Smart Games Grabbit, £14.99

Kids: don’t forget your veggies! Hungry rabbits are jumping around the vegetable garden, with the different vegetables becoming visible as the rabbits look under leaves. The race is on, will they be the first to collect all four vegetables?

Cuddlebunny Bamboo Soft Hooded Towel, £31.99

The gorgeous bunny design, complete with floppy ears and bunny tail, makes getting out of the bath as much fun as being in – and encourages imaginative play with lots of smiles. The bamboo cotton towelling won’t lose its softness after washing either, and you can even personalise it.

Etta Bunny Kids Chair, £89

The only chair little ones need this season (well we think so!). This super soft, super cute, gorgeously playful and perfectly sized, calming toddler chair blends comfort, character and modern style. It’s the ideal spot for little ones to sit, read and relax. 

Ewan Deluxe Baby Shushing Sleep Sheep, £44.99

The iconic sleep aid, which has helped millions of parents and babies get a peaceful night’s sleep, now features a new and improved removable control pod. This pod recharges fully, includes 10 sleep-inducing sounds, and offers continuous playback.

Infantino Lil Nibbles Carrot Teether, £7.80

This teether is easy to hold, perfect to nibble and textured for soothing tender gums. It’s also made from 100% food-grade silicone that’s BPA-free and safe to chew, bite, and explore.

Bling2o Party Pink – Funfetti Swim Goggles, £19

Adding the fun factor in the pool, these goggles are the must-have accessory for those aged 3+. The 100% silicone designs are latex and lead free, with anti-fog resistant lenses that also provide maximum UV protection.

WOW Toys Freddie’s Farm Truck, £26.99

Place the farmer Play Friend into Freddie Farm Truck’s front cab and Freddie’s powerful Push & Go motor sends him off to collect his cow, sheep, pig and donkey. The farmer can also be placed in the back of the lorry to feed and look after his farmyard friends.

CuddleCo Soft Play Small Arch 3 Piece Set, from £79.99

Get toddlers moving, exploring and having fun with the Small Play Arch 3 Piece Set, suitable for children aged 12 months and over. Designed for early climbers and crawlers, this compact soft play set supports coordination, balance and core strength through hands-on, energetic play.

The Little Green Sheep Teepee Play Tent, £85

Play the natural way with The Little Green Sheep’s range of stunning teepee play tents. Beautifully designed using a 5-pole solid wood structure and 100% cotton canvas, it gives your little one the creative space to make their own – and keeps them occupied for hours.

SmarTrike XTend Ride-On, £109

Designed to grow with your child from 12 months to 12 years, this begins as a parent-controlled ride-on, then becomes a foot-powered ride-on, a three-wheel scooter, and finally extends to fit kids up to 12 years old.

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No Christmas season is complete however, without the beloved advent calendar. The perfect way to countdown to Christmas Day, there are few activities that excite the little ones more than uncovering new and exciting treats under each calendar window.

With advent calendars becoming more colourful and adventurous each year, Checklist lists 10 advent calendars sure to wow those little ones and make the run-up to Christmas that much more magical.

1. Invisibobble

This festive season, Invisibobble is introducing their first-ever advent calendar. Bursting with hair-friendly treats, the calendar includes 24 individual hair accessories from the hair tie brand; one for each day of the festive season.

Included within a wide range of different gifts, designed to give girls hours of hair customising fun. These include six of the Original iconic hair ties, five elegant Slim hair ties, three Power strong grip hair ties, one Nano tie for more elaborate up dos, two Waver hair clips, a Sprunchie, an elegant Bowtique hair tie, a Bunstar easy bun tool, a Wrapstar multi styling tool and one of the Kids range hair ties. With so many days of festive hair fun, their style possibilities are endless.

There is much to discover in the Invisibobble’s calendar. As there are 24 days of festive hair fun to uncover, so there is simply no excuse for a bad hair day in December.

Find out more at invisibobble.com

2. Harry Potter Advent 2021 Calendar

Missing Hogwarts and all that is associated with the magical world of Harry Potter? For all the Potterheads amongst you, and fans of the beloved franchise, the official licensed Harry Potter Advent Calendar is the perfect (and most magical) way to countdown to Christmas day.

The official Harry Potter Merchandise contains a myriad of unique gifts and products; 24 days’ worth to be exact. Behind each advent calendar window, you will find fantastic stationery sure to wow and amaze friends and family. Included in the calendar is several small notebooks with a noticeable Harry Potter theme, four erasers that work just like a smudge removing spell, as well as three pencils.

Within the calendar you’ll also find six gadget decals, paper tapes, one colour change coaster, playing cards, sticky notes, ruler, shaped paper clips and a magic wand, designed for you to cast spells galore. With so many different gifts to be uncovered, no two days are the same, ensuring a truly magical time for all involved.

Find out more at lostuniverse.com

3. Thomas & Friends Minis Advent Calendar

Make the countdown to Christmas that extra special with this Thomas & Friends advent calendar. ​What’s that approaching? A super-festive train is pulling into the station under the Christmas tree. Budding young conductors can uncover a mystery surprise every day as they countdown to Christmas with this Thomas & Friends MINIS Advent Calendar from Fisher-Price.

Open each calendar window to discover a wealth of Thomas & Friends characters. Featuring 24 miniature train engines, there is an abundance of Thomas-themed gifts to keep those little ones entertained. Each carefully-crafted, miniature push-along train is styled to look like a Thomas & Friends character, meaning it’s a great gift for pre-school conductors.

Whether you’re looking for a Steamie, a Diesel, or one of Thomas’ construction friends, the Thomas & Friends advent calendar contains 24 days of miniature fun.

Find out more at thetoyshop.com

4. LEGO® Marvel The Avengers Advent Calendar

Save the world one day at a time with the LEGO® Marvel The Avengers Advent Calendar. Perfect for any Marvel Avengers fan, each day reveals a new super-hero surprise, featuring a range of iconic scenes and characters from the Marvel Avengers movies that have gone onto become pop culture staples.

Engage in festive fun with and captivate kids with this action-packed calendar. Behind each of the calendar’s 24 doors is a magical mix of Marvel Avengers gifts for kids to reveal in the build-up to Christmas day. Discover seven mini-figures, and engage in festive fun with the likes of Iron Man, Spider-Man, Black Widow, Thor, Captain Marvel, Thanos and Nick Fury – plus exciting items and amazing accessories from the Marvel Universe including a Spider-Man drone, Avengers Tower and more – to recreate the most iconic scenes and battles from the movies.

There is no expiration date on the fun to be had with LEGO® Marvel The Avengers Advent Calendar, meaning those little ones will be engaging in superhero activities in the run-up to Christmas and long into the New Year.

Find out more at lego.com

5. Toot-Toot Drivers Advent Calendar

Countdown to Christmas Day with the fabulous Toot-Toot Drivers advent calendar from VTech. Encouraging imaginative play and fostering language development and motor skills, the advent calendar is not only fun but can shape a child’s formative years.

The calendar features 24 play pieces including a cute, interactive Toot-Toot Drivers Truck, detachable trailer with SmartPoint location, Christmas decorations, road signs and lots more mini surprises. Box panel folds down to become a Toot-Toot Drivers road so you can create your very own Toot-Toot Christmas town! The calendar also contains a range of musical features, designed to get those little ones singing and dancing. The Toot-Toot Drivers Truck includes three Christmas songs, six fun, festive melodies and lots of fun sound effects.

Foster a child’s ability to recognise sounds, noises and speech, as The Truck responds to SmartPoint™ locations with different phrases, sound effects and more on all your favourite Toot-Toot Drivers® play sets.

Find out more at vtech.co.uk

6. Disney Store Mickey and Friends Holiday Cheer Classic Advent Calendar

What better way to countdown to Christmas than with Mickey and friends? Join your Disney favourites in a fun-filled Christmas countdown with this characterful advent calendar! The unique design features 25 mini sections.

The Mickey and Friends Holiday Cheer Classic advent calendar features 24 mini drawers, ready to be filled with an abundance of treats of your choosing. Coupled with a unique festive-themed design it is sure to make a great gift for someone special. Made from the finest wood, there is much to admire regarding the calendar’s design, so much so, that you might not want to open those advent calendar doors!

As we have come to expect from Disney, the magic is in the details. The calendar’s free standing design contains 24 illustrated mini drawers; featuring detailed character artwork with metallic accents; drawers designed to be filled with your choice of treats or toys. The artworks features Disney characters that we have all come to know and love, including the loveable likes of Mickey, Minnie, Chip ‘n’ Dale, Donald, Goofy, Pluto and more.

Find out more at shopdisney.co.uk

7. Gruffalo’s Child Musical Advent Calendar

The Gruffalo has grown from a heralded children’s book, to a now acclaimed play on West End and Broadway, as well as a variety of merchandise. This exclusive and official interactive advent calendar for this ever-popular story book is sure to be a big hit for any Gruffalo fan.

The Gruffalo Calendar contains a variety of unique features, designed to keep kids entertained long after opening each calendar window. This musical, interactive advent calendar contains the official soundtrack composed by Rene Aubry, to keep kids tapping their toes and dancing to the beat. Not to mention, the uniquely designed bi-fold advent calendar has a different Gruffalo gift behind each door to help you develop the scene as the month unfolds. If you land on a day where you receive a magnetic-based character of The Gruffalo, Snake, or The Gruffalo’s Child behind the door, you can watch them glide and interact with one another on the magnetic, moving base.

The uniqueness doesn’t end there however. The calendar folds in half for easy storage, placing the magnetic ice rink on the bottom half of the calendar and the opening gift doors on the top, upright half.

Find out more at calendarclub.co.uk

8. Schleich Horse Club Advent Calendar

Count down the days to Christmas with the Schleich Horse Club Advent Calendar. Behind each door one will find an array of horse themed gifts and treats.

For those with a special affinity for horses, The Schleich Horse Club Advent Calendar is the perfect gift. The calendar brings you a plethora of horse toys and accessories to play with at your leisure. Also to be unboxed is a girl figure, several horse figures, other animals including a cat, dog and chick. For those eager to customise their horse’s stable to their liking, you’re in luck. Numerous accessories, including a tree trunk, bone, bowl, bridle, feed box, obstacle bar, apple, grooming box, bucket, brush, comb, hoof pick and saddle, are to be found under each window.

Once the unboxing of all gifts comes to an end, you will have plentiful gifts and accessories to customise your stable as you wish. Schleich figures are all modelled in incredible detail and promote educational and fun play for children above the age of three.

Find out more at smythstoys.com

9. Disney Pixar Cars Advent Calendar

Count down to Christmas and have fun along the way with this Disney Pixar Cars Advent Calendar! Fans of the beloved franchise are in for a treat, with each calendar window revealing a Pixar Cars related gift, that is sure to excite, thrill and get their engines’ revving.

Your little racer will begin each day eager to find out what Disney Pixar Cars-themed surprise is up next. Like all things Disney related, the magic in the details. The calendar contains a grand total of 26 play pieces, where little racers will open a door every day to reveal 24 different Disney Pixar Cars themed gifts. The set includes five vehicles based on fan-favourite characters. Be on the lookout for fun storytelling pieces like racing flags, stacks of tyres, a road cone, a racing trophy and more, pieces that add a sense of authenticity and life-likeness to the racing theme.

With new and exciting treats to discover daily, those little racers will be clocking in the miles racing their favourite Cars character, and will e busy enjoying the fun long after the New Year.

Find out more at shopdisney.co.uk

10. The Christmas Advent Collection: 24 Kids Picture Books Bundle

In what is a slight departure from the aforementioned advent calendars, but by no means any less fun, is the The Christmas Advent Collection: 24 Kids Picture Books Bundle. Courtesy of The Works, they have hand-picked a collection of great quality seasonal books, grouped together to give you hours of reading fun.

Featuring 24 of their favourite kids Christmas picture books, the Advent Collection provides readers with a wide range of stories from a collection of authors. Snuggle up warm and enjoy a special Christmas tale on every day in December, Join Santa, the Magical Snowman, the Brave Little Penguin and many more for amazing adventures in this spectacular Christmas bundle of joy that is sure to have your little ones feeling festive during story-time this year.

Feed those little one’s appetite for reading and immerse them in exciting stories and lands, with the most memorable of characters.

Find out more at theworks.co.uk

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1. Harry Potter Calendar from Get Trend

How do you treat the ultimate Harry Potter fan in their life at Christmas time?

While watching the films on repeat and brewing your own pumpkin juice is all well and good, one thing that is sure to really charm them is the official Harry Potter advent calendar.

Complete with 24 magical surprises, this enchanting cube of seasonal joy holds lots of trinkets for Harry Potter buffs. From cosy house socks, keyrings and hair accessories, to pens that look like wands, the goodies in this calendar beat your traditional chocolate one for sure.

And that’s not all. Each advent calendar comes with its own invisible ink pen and Harry Potter stationery so you can write to Santa to ask for yet more magical gifts.

Find out more here.

2. Flik Flak watches

There’s nothing more grown-up than getting a watch for Christmas.

If you’re planning to buy your little one their first watch this year, Flik Flak could be the perfect option for you.

These popular, Swiss-made watches are water and shock-resistant, so they can withstand all the rough and tumble your little tykes get up to every day.

Plus, their simple, clear design has been specifically made with education in mind, aiding your child as they learn to tell the time by themselves.

Flik Flak watches can be personalised with your child’s name, making your gift one of a kind.

Find out more here.

3. Funko Loungers

If you know someone who is absolutely obsessed with Disney, Marvel or any other major film franchise, there is one place you need to go to get their Christmas present this year: Loungefly.

Loungefly by Funko offers a collectible range of accessories that are an absolute must-have for die-hard film fans.

Their bags in particular, which are made from premium materials, are a cute yet practical way of telling the world about your passions.

But it’s not just rucksacks on offer. From purses to wallets, there are lots of fun and creative designs to celebrate your favourite films and characters through. The only hard bit is knowing what to buy first.

Find out more here.

4. Tourtech Electronic Drum Kit

Give them the gift of electronic drums this Christmas without the noise with a Tourtech Electronic Drum kit.

Tourtech Electronic Drum kits are portable, quick to assemble and fun to play. There are four different models to choose from, each one taking up only a small amount of space. And, perhaps most importantly, thanks to their headphone jack, people can plug in and learn to play without everyone else having to listen.

Ideal for learners and experienced drummers, these kits come with a range of premium features such as play-along backing tracks. You’ll find each TOURTECH Drum Kit provides a solid foundation for anyone learning to play the drums.

Find out more here.

5. Homestar Flux

Finally, the most exciting thing is happening in your home since the Big Bang: Homestar Flux is Sega Toys’ powerful and advanced star projector. Space travel has become obsolete since you can now simply bring 60,000 stars to your room by pushing a single button.

Imagine enjoying the sky full of stars while sitting on your sofa. This dream can become reality with the Sega Toys series of home planetariums. They have taken their incredibly popular planetarium design and refined it even further.

Crafted in a satin black finish, this powerful star projector is designed to be your first-choice home planetarium. Brilliant glass lenses and the brightest LED ever make everything look vibrant and sharp. The indicated edges of a lunar crater surrounding the lens finish the look.

Find out more here.

6. Okido magazine

From the creators of the hit CBeebies show Messy Goes To OKIDO, this monthly art and science magazine is perfect for young children.

A fun and educational present that lasts all year delivered every month to your child through your letterbox with exciting new themes each month.

Linked to Key Stage 1 curriculum and designed to support ‘STEAM’ curriculum subjects – science, technology, engineering, art, and maths

OKIDO magazine engages young children in science and stimulates learning through play with meaningful content created by scientists, artists and educators. The magazine has stories, games experiment and recipes safe for your child and the planet.

Find out more here.

7. Hobbycraft

Calling all aspiring artists artists: get your craft supplies ahead of Christmas.

Discover the high quality brands you love at new low prices. There’s no better time to spruce up your art stash, with half-price special offers across Hobbycraft’s range.

Whether you’re a budding beginner or a professional artist, they’ve got all of the tools and materials you’ll need to create your next masterpiece. From Seawhite sketchbooks to Pebeo paints, brush sets, colouring pencils and more, it’s the perfect opportunity to stock up.

As well as enjoying amazing value, you can also learn new techniques in-store with help from Hobbycraft’s expert colleagues. They’ll be offering in-store art demonstrations on brush lettering, fluid art and watercolour, perfect for artists of all levels looking to explore a new medium.

Find out more here.

8. kNOW! boardgames

Games night just got even better. kNOW! is the first board game to be powered by the Google Assistant app so it’s always evolving and up-to-date.  Packed with over 1,500 questions and with new content added regularly too, simply ask the Google Assistant for the most current information to find out who wins that round.

Perfect for festive get-togethers, kNOW! features a variety of mini challenges within the game. The challenges are based on knowledge, intuition, fun and creativity so there is something for everyone.

You can access the Google Assistant via Google Smart Home devices or by downloading the free app from the Google Play Store or the App Store.  Don’t want to play online? There are hundreds of offline questions in the box to enjoy too.

Find out more here.

9. Wonderbly

Gift-shopping for the kids? Grab their attention with a book all about them.

Discover the world’s best-selling personalised books this Christmas, perfect for any child. Every one of Wonderbly’s extraordinarily personalised books have powerful messages for growing kids.

Choose from the sleepy, lyrical Bedtime For You, to the universe-hopping Where Are You?.

There is nothing more magical than a child’s imagination. It is limitless, glorious, and incredibly precious. Wonderbly  create meaningful, magical personalised stories which let children imagine themselves doing extraordinary things.

From learning about their own identity, to discovering the world around them and developing empathy, curiosity and confidence, their splendid stories help prepare children for every chapter of their life ahead.

Turn a child you love into the hero of their story and inspire their imagination, confidence and love of reading for life.

Find out more here.

10. Sylvanian Families

There are some Christmas presents that leave lasting impressions on us and Sylvanian Families has been bringing joy to millions of children for generations.

So, little and big children alike will be excited to learn that in honour of its 35th anniversary, Sylvanian Families is launching a brand new gift just in time for Christmas.

The Celebration Home is an enchanting pastel-coloured house complete with floral accessories. Inside, collectors and playful little ones will find an elevator to travel between floors, as well as a weathervane and stylish balconies.

The home comes with 47 pieces and, as with all Sylvanian Families toys, you can combine this with other separately sold figures, furniture, and vehicles for more pretend play.

Find out more here.

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But fear not; for Checklist have come up with 10 brilliant gift ideas for kids. So, whether you are looking for activities to engage their minds, games they will want to play again and again, or arts and crafts to unleash their creativity, we have got all that and much more below.

1. Kids Cook! Good Housekeeping

Cooking to please those little ones is a challenging day-to-day task, striking the right balance between tasty and nutritious meals. How about we turn the tables?

The Kids Cookbook; courtesy of Good Housekeeping; is designed for the budding young chef eager to step foot in the kitchen and cook up a treat. Filled with more than 100 delicious, tasty easy-to-follow and delicious recipes, the cookbook is for kids of all ages, and it allows them to take the lead and practice their skills, with a range of fun and healthy ideas for a variety of food they can make themselves. Each tested recipe is in easy-to-follow steps and illustrated in colour and in the process, places an emphasis on teaching them the basics of cookery.

Your sous-chef may just be the next Top Chef Jr! Cook popular dishes, like spaghetti Bolognese and lasagne, whip up a quick and easy nutritious salad, or cater to a sweet tooth craving with tasty smoothies and cakes, and more. Host friends and family and wow their socks off with your cooking skills.

Find out more at Books Please.

2. My Search-And-Find World Trip

Take a child on a unique round-the-world trip and open their eyes to the many wonders of the world. This personalised, search and find book is educational, informative with every page offering insight to each destination.

My search-and-find World Trip is an illustrated book, emphasising the many breath-taking wonders of the world. Children can go on an exciting adventure to 10 incredible, unique geographical destinations, from each corner of the world, including the canals of Venice, the icy tundra of Greenland, the wondrous depths of the Great Barrier Reef and the majestic, awe-inspiring Egyptian Pyramids. The aim of the book is for children to find hundreds of objects, a secret code and, of course, themselves.

My Search-And-Find World Trip recognises the importance of representation, and how children seeing themselves in characters on screen or in books can be an incredible self-esteem boost that can shape their formative years. Their unique configurator enables you to create a character who looks just like the special person you create the book for. Choose from over 750 options including clothing and hat colour as well as glasses.

Find out more at librio.com

3. My Fairy Garden Dragon’s Tower Garden

Foster your child’s creativity and teach them the magic of gardening, with the My Fairy Garden Dragons’ Tower Garden, a magical world for fun play.

The magical tower castle is home to a family of gorgeous dragons, including mummy and baby dragons, along with the fairy Thea. Introduce your child to the wonders of gardening; with the tower garden coming complete with pea and grass seeds to grow in three areas. Simply add soil and bring the wondrous garden to life, with a touch of magic that kids will love. You can take the baby dragon anywhere in his eggshell with the option to use the eggshell to water the plants too.

Suitable for ages four years and over, the Tower Garden is educational, fun and perfect for learning about growing plants

Find out more at Hobbycraft.

4. The Magic Labyrinth

A board game that tests memory, intelligence, skill and above all else, is bucketloads of fun? Meet The Magic Labyrinth, the memory game for kids.

The Magic Labyrinth is a game all about finding your way out of a huge maze. Players play as little magician apprentices who have lost treasure in this magic maze, with the goal being to try and collect them before the Master notices. However, all is not as straightforward as one may think, with the little magicians bumping against invisible walls within this special maze. It is only through a combination of a good memory and plentiful skill that players will be able to navigate through this magical maze.

Can your memory stand up against this testing maze? Are you able to out master the Master? Only one way to find out…

Find out more at travellingman.com

5. Decathlon Football Goal

The one stop-shop for all sports and outdoor needs, Decathlon’s SG 500 size 5 football goal is the perfect gift for the football mad child.

The SG 500 size 5 football goal, with dimensions of 80 x 40 x 6 cm dimensions, weighing a mere 4.5 kg. An all-weather resilient goal, it can be used in several environments, whether for kickabouts in the garden, fun trips to the park, or even packed in the car for long journeys.

Whether you are keen to get a football at your youngster’s feet as early as possible and hone their skill, and produce the next Wayne Rooney or Alex Scott, or simply channel their energy into a productive activity, the SG 500 is the perfect accompaniment, with several key features to make life as easy as possible. It takes a matter of moments to assemble as well as dismantle with a screw and tool-free assembly, an Abrasion Resistance means it is resistant to shocks and weather conditions due to its steel structure and shape, and it is also stable on a range of surfaces, without the need for stakes.

Find out more at Decathlon.

6. Remote Controlled Batmobile Car

Scale the heights of Gotham City and launch Batman into action whilst operating the beloved comic book character’s vehicle of choice. The Remote-Control Batman Launch and Defend Batmobile Vehicle will have your child operating the Batmobile in the streets of Gotham in a flash.

The product includes a Batman action figure, one Launch and Defend Batmobile RC, one controller, and a clear instruction guide. With several nifty features, including a spring-loaded eject feature, the only limitation of your child’s adventures whilst operating the remote-controlled vehicle is their imagination. Play out exciting missions and take down Gotham City’s most notorious supervillains whilst taking your articulated action figure into dynamic battle poses to defend against those who wish to harm Gotham City, including notorious supervillains such as The Joker.

The Launch and Defend Batmobile is equipped with a soft bumper, which protects the home from damage as your child plays out their epic adventures. And with a built-in USB cable, charge your Batmobile when you are done fighting crime.

Find out more at Smyths Toys.

7. Evermeadow House Playhouse

In this generation, it seems every child owns a smartphone, iPad, or another electronic device. Getting children to play outside and reap the benefits of exercise and fresh air can be an arduous task. With the beautiful Evermeadow House Playhouse, get them outside, whilst still being indoors.

Perfect for all garden sizes, The Evermeadow Playhouse is furnished with beautiful natural wood enabling it to blend right into its surroundings, and with a simple slot-together design, it is a doddle to assemble (and reassemble).

The playhouse’s size makes it perfect for children aged three to eight years, and with a safety certification for children aged 18 months plus, be safe in the knowledge that children will be safe when spending hours in their new home, creating everlasting memories and engaging in hours of activity that is only limited by their imagination.

So, whether that is hosting tea parties, playing a variety of games, or getting artsy and crafty, there is nothing to stop those little ones from doing what they love. Furthermore, the smoothed wood provides a brilliant opportunity to decorate the new home in your little one’s favourite colours.

 Find out more at Big Game Hunters.

8. Adopt a Tiger

Breaking away from the concept of traditional gift-giving, why not gift a child with the possibility of changing the future for one of the planet’s most endangered creatures?  By adopting a tiger on their behalf, you will be helping the WWF bring this magnificent animal from the brink of extinction, with the child also receiving a range of cool gifts.

WWF, an organization that works in the field of wilderness preservation, estimates the current tiger population at 3,900. However, they aim to double that number by 2022 and are well on their way to achieving that. They need your help in continuing their efforts. Your adoption will help the WWF fund projects that monitor tiger movements, reduce poaching, and help local communities to live peacefully alongside them. Furthermore, your child will receive a cool cuddly toy, their choice of welcome packs with one created especially for under 12s, as well as regular adoption updates.

For the animal enthusiast, or a child simply eager to make a difference in the world, adopting a tiger in their name is the perfect gift, and could potentially change the course of future events for this incredible creature.

Find out more at WWF.

9. FAO Schwarz Toy Piano Dance Mat

Foster your child’s musical talents early and get their feet moving to the beat, with this Toy Piano Dance Mat.

Kids of all ages can pound the keyboards with their feet to their heart’s desire. The piano dance mat comes pre-recorded with five different classical songs; including Heart and Soul; or if you are feeling particularly creative there is an option to record your own songs. A fantastic way to keep active, showcase the wonders of music and sound to kids by entering the wondrous world of FAO Schwarz, who have been creating children’s toys for 150 years.

Find out more at Selfridges.

10. Marvel Fluxx

Marvel mania defined much of the 2010s, with the big screen offerings capturing the hearts and imaginations of the people, and the box office. The comic book superheroes infiltrated mainstream pop culture, becoming a phenomenon that branched into numerous areas including card games.

Marvel Fluxx is a hugely addictive, card game. Featuring beloved heroes and infamous villains from a range of Marvel comics, Fluxx lets you assemble your dream team of Avengers, with the pack including 7 exclusive cards and a collectible coin. Normal rules do not apply in this game, rather they keep changing depending on the cards you choose to play, with the cards themselves determining the current rules of the game. By playing cards, you can put new rules into play that change numerous aspects of the game: how many cards to draw or play, how many cards you can hold in hand or keep on the table in front of you, and crucially, how to win the game.

With the brand-new Marvel edition, special Avengers-themed cards make the game even more tailored for your comics fan at home, aged eight and over.

Find out more at Looney Labs.

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But shopping for this holiday is something many of us dread. Not wanting to get the same gift as last year, you’ve been putting it off week after week, until it’s suddenly the last weekend before Christmas and you’re still empty-handed.

Step in Checklist; we have rounded up 10 fabulous Christmas gift ideas for you to prepare for the big day. So, whether you’re shopping for the gadget man, tech enthusiast, music lover, cinephile, or loved one with a sweet tooth, we’ve got a range of unique gifts that are perfect for everyone on your list.

1. Amazon Fire Stick TV with Alexa Voice Control

Gift your loved one access to a library of hundreds of thousands of films and TV episodes right at their fingertips, courtesy of Amazon’s Fire Stick TV. Eager to pick up where you left off on your latest binge-watch, or want to find a film but don’t know the best place to look? Find content fast. Streaming on Fire TV is simple and intuitive.

It all starts with the easy-to-use Fire TV Home screen. Search across multiple streaming services, including channels and apps, to find what you want to watch. The process could not be simpler. Merely plug and play. The compact design plugs directly into an HDMI port, that tucks neatly behind your TV. Want to take it on your travels? No problem. Easily move Fire TV Stick between TV sets at home or away so your content travels with you.

The 2021 release also features Alexa Voice Remote. Press and hold the voice button and ask Alexa to find, control and launch and programmes from across different apps, Netflix, Disney+, YouTube, with preset buttons. Dedicated power, volume and mute buttons let you control your compatible TV, soundbar and receiver too.

Find out more at Amazon.

2. ANYDAY Bamboo Bath Rack

With the stresses and rigors of day-to-day life, finding time to enjoy some TLC and much needed relaxation is important. A nice relaxing bath is one way many look to unwind and put the day behind them. Spruce up your hard-earned ‘me time’ by adding this bamboo rack to your bath routine.

Having a glass of your favorite wine, reading a page turner of a book, and binging a TV show are some of life’s simple pleasures. Combining those with a relaxing soak in a bath, can take those experiences to a whole new level. The bamboo bath rack can instantly lift your “me time” to a higher level and help you escape from the outside world and relax completely. With dimensions of H5.5 x W70 x D18.5cm, the rack fits perfectly across your bathtub, and is simple to set-up, causing minimal fuss

Lightweight and finished with a water-resistant lacquer, the bath rack gives you a place to put whatever you need to help you relax, whether that be a book, a glass of wine or a tablet to watch a film with some snacks. Not to mention, as bamboo is natural product, there will be variations in colour and grain markings between products meaning each item is unique, with style to suit a range of tastes.

Find out more at John Lewis.

3. 1920s Murder Mystery Host Your Own Game Kit

Christmas is a time of the year families get together, to bond, catch up and laugh. Why not ramp up the festivities a notch by playing Masters of Mystery’s 1920s murder mystery host your own game kit and uncover the murderer in your midst.

It’s 1923, and the party seems endless at Jay Glittersby’s New York mansion… until a shot rings out, and an unwelcome guest is found dead. The motives are endless. Was the motive revenge, jealousy, or greed? Is the murderer a dancer, a jazzy musician, or a slyly deferential server?

Host your own In Real Life or Virtual Murder Mystery game night with the ultimate 1920s Gatsby themed murder mystery game. These tailored, host your own murder mystery kits can be used for a range of occasions – whether it is a family night, a dinner party game with friends or a team bonding exercise for colleagues.

Featuring infamous characters, including rich mansion owner Jay Glittersby, and gangster Shay D. Sort, this is a murder mystery with a classic literary twist. Simply download the mystery game materials immediately after purchase, invite your friends and enjoy a night of laughs and mystery.

Find out more at Masters of Mystery.

4. Friars Everything Chocolate Gift Hamper

There aren’t many better ways to show how much you care for someone than with the gift of chocolate. Gifting chocolate has strong symbolic meanings, including love, care and passion. It is a simple gift that says so much, and to quote Forest Gump: “Momma always said life is like a box of chocolates.”

When choosing a gift for the chocolate lover, few ways show how much you care for them than with Friars’ Everything Chocolate Gift Hamper. The delicious hamper contains an assortment of their finest mouth-watering chocolates, certain to be a chocoholic’s dream. Friars’ hamper features their signature selection chocolate box, which includes delicious caramel flavoured buttons that just melt in your mouth and three of their most popular taster packs for the avid chocolate connoisseur.

Presented in a black gift box, hand-tied with a silk ribbon the hamper contains numerous other luxurious chocolate selections, including Soft Caramel Truffles, Brownie Chocolates and 72% Dark Truffles. With the option to add a gift message card, go that extra yard  and personalise your gift, and show that special someone just how much you care for them this Christmas.

Find out more at Friars.

5. Request Your Own Album Poster

Wall art is often an extension of an individual. It showcases their personality, interests, and passion, and the design you select for your walls can set the tone and style for the entire room. Music is often one of those passions, and what better way to translate their music taste than with a personalised, tailored Album Poster, courtesy of Etsy.

Courtesy of Etsy user PrintKidStudios, the custom album art posters enable individuals to proudly showcase their favorite musical numbers for all to see. Whether a hip-hop connoisseur, a rock n roll fiend, pop lover, or a fan of a little bit of everything, it matters not. It is as simple as adding your personalisation, with the name of artist and the album, mixtape or single. No matter how popular, or obscure your musical choices, you will be sure to find the music of your choosing.

With multiple sizing options, the poster is made of Museum grade 220 gram art paper with a matte finish. Find a high-quality album cover print that looks vibrant and with colours that really pop. Etsy use only the highest quality inks to ensure you get a very long-lasting product.

Find out more at Etsy.

6. Cineworld 12-Month Subscription

For many, life post lockdown has been about returning to a new normality, and rediscovering long-lost creative hobbies, pursuits, and pastimes. For the cinephile amongst us, returning to the big screen and watching the newest releases is something they have been longing for. Why not indulge their passion further, with a Cineworld Unlimited Card?

The Unlimited Card grants members a range of key benefits, further enhancing the magical cinema experience. For cinephiles who prefer a more vintage viewing, Unlimited Card grants them to all the 2D films they want. And if they’ve seen a film they simply cannot stop discuss and are eager to rewatch, fret not. They can watch all the 2D films they want, when they want, as many times as they want.

Been counting down the months and days for a blockbuster? Be the first to view advance screenings of the latest movies, with unlimited customers being some of the first to see a movie – Cineworld organise special preview screenings, days, weeks and sometimes even months before its released to the public. Additionally, all card holders receive a snack and drinks discount. So, whether you prefer popcorn or nachos, ice cream or pick’n’mix, ICEE or Pepsi – the discount applies to all in-cinema food and drinks. Because what movie experience is complete without the right snacks?

Find out more at Cineworld.

7. 4k HD Drone

For the tech and gadget enthusiast, look no further than the 4k HD Drone Camera Dual Wifi. Courtesy of Innovation Space, the drone is everything you have come to expect from this exquisite piece of technology, and then some. There aren’t many more fun ways to spend your time than operating a drone, and with the wonders of modern technology, there are numerous ways to get creative whilst flying one.

The 4K HD Camera Drone features a sleek, compact design that folds down into a size suitable for transportation purposes. It can be taken everywhere, keeping it in a backpack and bag without taking up excessive storage space. The HD camera is equipped with software image stabilization and autofocus. So, for the keen photographer there is a capacity to capture incredible aerial stills, that would no doubt enhance ones’ photography portfolio collection.

Bulky controllers are also a thing of the past, with the wifi enabled drone. With a smartphone app, there is a capacity to use your existing smartphone to control the drone with wifi. You can connect to the application, the APK system to take photos, videos and transfer images in real time, with the mobile phone camera. Small, light and easy to carry, and with a refreshing modern design, fuel your loved one’s desire to conquer the skies with the 4k HD Drone Camera Dual Wifi.

Find out more at Innovation Space.

8. BrewDog Christmas Gins

Let the festivities be-gin. Whether gift-shopping for an avid gin lover or an opportunity to add exciting new flavours to the collection, The 12 Lonewolf Gins of Christmas is a Christmas themed gift sure to warm the heart.

From gin tastings to gin distillery tours and even gin and tonic tea bags – gin is undeniably popular. A highly versatile and quite exciting drink, the boom in gin consumption in the past decade owes largely to the fact gin is of course delicious. Brewdog’s Christmas Gins are distilled with botanicals a-plenty at their Aberdeen HQ to produce the 12 LoneWolf Gins of Christmas. Exclusively available through the Brewdog website, this diverse collection of sublime liquids features eight tantalising new gin flavours and four returning icons, all of which are packaged in 50ml bottles.

Additionally, gifting the 12 LoneWolf Gins of Christmas to a loved one would mean doing your part for the environment. This product is carbon negative, as part of Brewdog’s overall commitment to sustainability.

Find out more at Brewdog.

9. Biorb Home Aquarium

BiOrb are known for their extensive range of stylish aquariums. The hassle-free attitude towards fish keeping and nifty features make them perfect for any enthusiast with a busy schedule, who is keen to add life and tranquility to their home.

The biOrb Home Aquarium bursts with colour and life in a way you may never have seen previously. Aquarium fish are amongst nature’s most incredible sights. Watching them lets your mind go free, giving you a refreshing break from your day, and all its stresses and worries. BiOrb uses design to expand the idea of what an aquarium is. Designed to be placed in any area of the home one sees fit, be it a bedroom, living room or study, they bring a sense of tranquility and calmness into any environment its placed in.

Everything you need to maintain the aquarium is included. The Intelligent LED uses long life LEDs to replicate a natural 24-hour light cycle. There is the option of multicolor, customisable lighting at the touch of a button, as well as several pre-set colour settings. Keeping the aquarium clean couldn’t be easier, with lighting, pump, filtration, and instructions. Unleash your creativity when you arrange the decor inside your biOrb and then sit back, relax, and enjoy the solace of aquarium fish.

Find out more at Biorb.

10. The Skincare Edit

Nailing down a skincare routine can be quite the challenge. There are several factors to consider, including finding products that suit ones’ skin tone, allergy issues, and ensuring the ingredients within are suitable. The search can be quite exhaustive. Step forward The Skincare Edit courtesy of Glossier.

If you’re shopping for that person who is overdue an upgraded skincare routine, then look no further. The Skincare Edit is Glossier’s top rated, best-selling skincare routine, featuring in miniature sizes, with a soft, stretchy logo headband designed to give or to keep.

A daily skincare routine, made for all skin types, The Skincare Range is a routine for fresh, moisturised, dewy skin. Included in the set is the iconic Milky Jelly Cleanser which keeps skin hydrated and clean, ultra-hydrating Super Bounce serum designed to leave skin glowing, a deeply comforting Priming Moisturizer Rich, soothing Balm Dotcom (in Original and Rose), light-reflecting Futuredew oil-serum hybrid, plus a pink, nylon-spandex headband (ideal for washing your face) printed with the signature Glossier G logo.

Used by individuals who have suffered from a range of skin conditions, including acne, blemishes, and sensitive dry skin, all the products are dermatologist-tested, and with the set coming in irresistible miniature sizes, it can be taken on travels far and wide. 

Find out more at Glossier

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1. The Folio Society Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton

Want to feel old? Jurassic Park the film was released 28 years ago… To mark the 30^th anniversary of the novel comes this this spectacular new edition from The Folio Society; the ultimate introduction to the irresistibly compelling world that Michael Crichton created. It sparked a global sensation when it was first published, and went on to become a Steven Spielberg movie that broke box office records; paving the way for four successful sequels and with a fifth due for release in 2022. 

Vector That Fox has created six electrifyingly dramatic and anatomically correct illustrations using a dramatic theme-park-inspired palette and lush jungle backdrop. Palaeontologist Steve Brusatte, who specialises in the anatomy and evolution of dinosaurs, worked closely with Folio and the artist to ensure that the illustrations were accurate as well as visually stunning. Even the slipcase offers a surprise, covered in a scaly ‘dinosaur skin’. Every special design detail makes this the ultimate introduction to the prescient world Crichton created.

Find out more: foliosociety.com

2. Elemis The Ultimate Pro-Collagen Essentials Collection

Looking for a skincare line-up to help with anti-ageing? Experience the power of marine-charged actives with this ultimate Pro-Collagen collection. The Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm dissolves make-up, daily grime and pollutants, used with the Luxury Cleansing Cloth for a nourished and renewed complexion.
For the day, replenish and moisturise with the anti-ageing Pro-Collagen Marine Cream. This clinically-proven formulation blends a powerful combination of ingredients to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles in 14 days. The new Pro-Collagen Overnight Matrix works throughout the night replenish the complexion; while the Pro-Collagen Marine Oil delivers maximum hydration – while reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Finally, complete your routine with Pro-Collagen Hydra-Gel Eye Masks, to instantly reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes.

Find out more: uk.elemis.com

3. Park Christmas Savings

I know, saying the ‘C’ word this early in the year seems ludicrous, however, planning ahead when we don’t yet know what 2021 holds certainly seems to make financial sense. Park Christmas Savings helps over 350,000 families make their Christmas more affordable – and planning for the festivities couldn’t be easier. How much you pay-in is up to you – just a little each week or month can soon build up towards your dream Christmas. There’s a fantastic range of gift cards and vouchers to choose from – it’s all you need to keep your family traditions alive. Easy to set up and manage online or in the Park App, it stops you resisting the temptation to dip into a Christmas pot or account. Simply set a financial goal, picking your preferred gift cards or vouchers once you’ve saved up the amount, then start shopping in the knowledge you won’t be paying off huge credit card bills come January.

Find out more: getpark.co.uk

4. Epson EH-TW7000 Home Cinema Projector

With cinemas open one minute and shut the next, why not bring the movie-watching experience home with your very own 4K projector? Providing a big screen experience, the EH-TW7000 projects a display of up to 500 inches. With the projector’s 4K PRO-UHD technology it’s easy to achieve a bright and vivid image, which can be further enhanced using the adjustable HDR settings. Even in well-lit environments, the model has a high brightness of 3,000 lumens and delivers a sharp image, along with clearly-defined shadow details and deep blacks. It’s going to last you, too – it claims you can watch a movie on the big screen every day for the next seven years, meaning you certainly get your money’s worth!

Find out more: epson.co.uk

5. Enuff Skully 7.75 Complete Skateboard

Big and little kids alike will love the range of skateboards available from Skates. In particular we love their Enuff Skateboard line-up, established throughout the UK as a reliable, affordable brand. Enuff’s vision was to create a top level of boards that were fun and affordable, without letting people down when it comes to quality. Focussing their efforts on being environmentally-friendly, they source the maple used for their decks from regenerative forests, in order to minimise the damage of deforestation. Most importantly the brand wants to support the UK scene by bringing awareness to young, unknown skaters, previously including the likes of Sam Bosworth, Alex Halford and Pete Adams.

Checklist likes the Enuff Skully Complete, an entry level skateboard in two fantastic character-inspired graphics. Available in full size and mini, this is ideally suited to all young riders looking to get their first proper taste of the sport.

Find out more: skates.co.uk

6. NASA Retro Galaxy Lava Lamp

Know a kid – or adult! – obsessed with space? Gift them this incredible lava lamp with a difference, which has been officially licensed by NASA! The Retro Galaxy Lamp is a perfect light for all space-enthusiasts – dare we say out of this world – shaped like a rocket it grabs attention in any room. 

The lamp stands 50cm tall with NASA branding throughout. Plus, in a spin back to the good-old days, the lava moves around when the lamp is on. The mesmerising and captivating lava draws you in for hours, helping you or your child unwind, relax and drift off to a galaxy far far away. Suitable for all ages, from space-loving toddlers who want an awe-inspiring room, to star-glazers and those who love a little retro style; one thing’s for sure, with this adorable lamp you will never be out of space. You might even love it to the moon and back. OK, we’ll stop now…

Find out more: thumbsup.com

7. The Whisky Exchange Special Reserve Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Whisky is the perfect gift for any adult partial to the spirit, regardless of the occasion or time of year. A specially selected sherry-matured whisky from Ben Nevis distillery, it’s been bottled exclusively for The Whisky Exchange as part of their range of personalised label drams. Rich and fruity, it balances sherry-cask fruit against orchard and zesty citrus. Baked apples, juicy sultanas and caramel kick things off, before more citrus notes develop: think grapefruit and lime zest mixed with the rich flavours of Belgian milk chocolate. The new addition brings the number of personalised whiskies available from The Whisky Exchange up to six. The range also includes a 25-year-old Lowland single grain whisky and a 10-year-old Islay whisky. Each bottle can be personalised with a message in nine striking label designs, making them the ideal gift for the whisky-lover in your life.

Find out more: thewhiskyexchange.com

8. Puro Sound Lab PuroGamer Headphones

Gaming enthusiasts can be quite particular about their headphones – and that’s where these PuroGamer offerings come in.

Designed specifically for gaming, they boast a slick design, as well as high quality audio through both sound and an omnidirectional, noise cancelling microphone. In keeping with the rest of the Puro Sound Labs range, the headphones are also volume limited to 85 dB, ensuring no damage to gamers’ hearing health while they are playing for long periods of time. Whether Fortnite is the game of choice or a FIFA match is preferred, the 50mm graphene driver and response equaliser provide a balanced and safe sound, so gamers can fully enjoy the experience. Additionally, the PuroGamer headphones have 75% ambient noise isolation at 1kHz, to allow gamers to shut out the rest of the world while they play. The LED lighting on the ear cup also ensures the headphones stand out while playing, when plugged into the USB connection.

Buy Puro Sound Lab PuroGamer Headphones

9. E-Trends City E-Bike

Want to invest in a new bike that helps you out when the terrain gets a little tough? City is thoughtfully designed to be adaptable; whether you want to pop to the local shops, meet up with friends, commute to work or enjoy a long weekend ride with the family. With a two-year warranty, this step-through, unisex design includes 26” wheels with double wall aluminium rims, plus a front carrier, basket and rear pannier for those essential items on your trip. 

Making it your ideal ride is easy, with six-speed Shimano gears you can change up or down to suit your speed or terrain. Take control and make your journey even more comfortable with the adjustable handlebars and adjustable sprung saddle.

Staying safe is also no problem, with the LED front and rear lights and front and rear mud guards to reduce splash back. Whether you’re enjoying the weekend on two wheels or making your way into work, the City bike is the perfect choice for the style conscious cyclist.

Find out more: e-trends.co.uk

10. Paxton & Whitfield The Windsor Cheese & Wine Hamper

Luxury hampers delivered to your door were made for lockdown days – in particular the line-up from the UK’s oldest cheesemonger, Paxton & Whitfield. Featuring the finest artisan cheese; expertly paired with crackers, accompaniments and some with wines; the hampers all include reusable ice packs for a chilled delivery, not to mention a free Paxton & Whitfield gift card; printed with the customer’s personal message.

Checklist can’t wait to dive in to this Windsor selection, offering a bundle of cheese, wine and fine food goodies. Containing Oaties Original, Multiseed & Pepper Cracker Bakes, Spiced Plum Chutney, Dorset Goat, Celtic Soft, Cheddar Pounder PDO*, Cherry, Orange & Almond Milk Chocolate Clusters, Côte De Duras White Wine, Côte De Duras Red Wine and a Paxton & Whitfield Slate Board & Chalk Set; order this and you’ll be in a blissful cheese and wine coma for days to come.

Find out more: paxtonandwhitfield.co.uk

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