With the holidays right around the corner, I always get lots of questions about what is on my kid's actual Christmas lists. While you can find lots of Montessori friendly toy ideas here, this list is specifically curated to the things that I think will appeal most to my kids. But, there are tons of ideas here if you are looking for your kids!
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Now, remember, these are just the lists that I've made. My kids will NOT get all of this for Christmas. Depending on sales and availability, I will pick a few things for each of them, plus a couple of joint gifts. The lists have also been passed on to Grandparents/etc who request ideas for the kids.
Henry
Henry will be 8 in March! His ideas reflect his current interests. They are still hands on, and interactive, but for the first time ever technology has been included on our list. I've highlighted the ones I'm leaning towards buying.
Illustrated Grimms Fairy Tales - Henry loves these books and this would be a great one to add to our collection
Echo Dot - he would love to listen to podcasts and music with this
Human Body Science Cards - these look so funWooden Mastermind Game - He would love this classic game, and I love the wood version
Human Body Model
Snap Circuits Light Show
Truly Me Doll - I love that boys can play with a larger doll that isn't a baby
Rock Tumbler - Henry has been super into this after seeing a neighbors
Geodes/MineralsBirds of Minnesota CDs - this is Minnesota specific
DK Bird Book
Birder's Journal - Henry is completely obsessed with birds
Wooden PulleyNora
Nora is 4.5-years-old. She loves to work in the kitchen, create and pretend play. Because she attends a Montessori school you wont find classic Montessori materials on this list, but things that compliment the skills she is learning and her own interests. I've highlighted the ones I'm leaning towards.
Doll House - Nora is getting this, I found a used one and I think she will love it
Doll House FurnitureSpirograph Jr.
Tiny Polka Dot Math Game - she loves math and games so I think this will be perfect
Ravensburger 60 piece puzzlesTreasury for Children's Story Book - this looks so beautiful
Clay and Tools
Elastic cord and beads for jewelry making
Stockmar Watercolors - I love buying high quality materials, they really do make a difference
Stardust Magnatiles these are a fun expansion
Wooden Cube Puzzles
Cookie Cutter Set
Toms Beetle Shoes - of course my beetle lover has to get these!
Dot Magazine Subscription - I love this for preschoolersAugustus
Augustus is just about 2-years-old. He still loves anything that is matching or helping to build fine motor skills. He like vehicles and matching. But, honestly, he's the hardest to shop for because with 2 older siblings we just have enough for this age/stage. I've highlighted the ones I'm leaning toward.
WaytoPlay Highway Set (there's a store locator at the top of the site, depending on your location)
Die cast Plane
Grimms Color Matching Cups and Friends - color matching and pegging
Wooden First Ball Run
PlanToys Peg Board - I love that this has two sized beads so it lasts longer
Tractor Layer Puzzle
Roll and Play First Game - What a fun game for movement
Paint Jar HoldersPlanToys Car Ramp - I think this is the perfect next step from his beloved ball run
Joint
Last year we moved away from individual gifts from Santa, and we plan to do the same this year. We keep Santa pretty low key, and won't lie to our children. For us its a fun cultural tradition, but we don't need to make it a huge deal. This year, my kids will get a bunch of books and an indoor swing! We also get a new game each Christmas Eve to play together.
Shadows in the Forest Game - this is definitely on the Waldorf side of life, but it looks super fun
I am the Seed that Grew the Tree
A Poem for Every Day of the Year
Stockings
We also do a stocking from Santa with a few items. Usually we keep these mostly practical, but there will be a few small things included as well. Each stocking will include new underwear and socks, and usually some fun toiletries like bubble bath, or a bathbomb. This year each stocking will also include a playsilk, then a couple small toys.
Henry
Tent Lamp - for reading at nightWooden Yo-Yo - he loves yo-yos
Nora
Go Find It Game - she would love thisSchleich Cat - to add to our collection
Yoga Pretzels Cards
Gus
Schleich Sloth BearSports Language Cards - I think he's going to flip for these
Again, there is NO way my children will get anywhere close to this whole list. I will pick a couple things and that's that. So use this list as inspiration for your own lists or a jumping off point for something they might like!
What's on your child's wish list this year?
What's on your child's wish list this year?
12 Months of Montessori
This post is brought to you as part of the 12 Months of Montessori series. This month's theme is Montessori Gift Guides. Here are some great Montessori and Montessori inspired gift guide posts.
| Natural Beach Living
The Best Christmas Gift Guides for the Montessori-Friendly Family | The Natural Homeschool
Favorite Montessori-Friendly Advent Calendars {Gift Guide} | Living Montessori Now
Our Montessori Friendly Christmas List 2018 | The Kavanaugh Report
The Ultimate Non-Toy Gift Guide For Kids Who Love Nature | Uno Zwei Tutu
| Sugar, Spice & Glitter
