Topping kids' gift lists is usually one word: TOYS. But why not break the trend with some educational, crafty, and practical items instead?
For creative kids, Roseart's ColorBlanks Coloring set includes plastic "blank slate" figurines to drawn on and decorate using the included mini-marker pens and sticker sheets (under $15). For curious kids, try the LeapFrog Leapster Learing Game Systerm for hours of interactive fun, where younger children to learn basic shape- and letter-recognition and beginning reading skills (around $70). To keep babies warm, pick up Carter's Infant Union Suit in a festive holiday bear print (just $7.99). And to keep kids fashionable, pick up Toddler Girls' pink oxfords by Converse One Star ($17.99, in assorted colors) and Boys' Half-zip Fleece Sweaters by C9 for Champion ($12.99 each).