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Last week, the Disney Parks blog did a post about the top 10 Disney stocking stuffers. We thought this was a great idea, but rather than a list of stocking stuffers (which we'll include, below), why not a list of Disney Christmas/Holiday PRESENTS?! Forget the small stuff, let's go for the big prize! Right?
So, we polled our kid-contributors, ranging in age from 3 to 7 for our list of Disney Christmas gifts for kids.
Top 10 Disney Christmas Gifts for Kids
- Toy Story Mania for the Wii -- this one is by far the most popular Disney gift, this year among kids. They all want it (provided they've ever been exposed to a Wii and Toy Story).
- Up -- Pixar's latest DVD hit on a 4 disc combo pack. I really loved this set-up from Disney, because it comes with a disc that I can upload to iTunes and watch on my iPod Touch. It's great for those longer lines at Disney to keep the kids entertained!
- Leapster -- Our kids love their Leapster Learning Game Systems! The games are fun (keeps them entertained in the car like a champ!) and they all focus on learning objectives, rather than just your standard video game objectives. Don't forget to stock up on the multitudes of Disney games for the Leapster.
- Cars Dirt Track Racer Slot Car Set -- Now, according to Amazon, the Disney/Pixar Cars Mack Track Challenge is more popular, but we found among our poll group that they preferred the Dirt Track Set.
- Pixar Speedway -- This one has been very popular among our own children. Fair warning: you will bump into it in the middle of the night, set of all the sound effects and wake all the children. Great toy, but don't say I didn't warn you.
- Princess Tiana merchandise -- anything from Disney's newest princess from the Princess and the Frog movie will be a hit, this year, especially with your very own "little princesses."
- Disney Easy Readers -- these are books you will find your children reading as they enter Pre-Kindergarten on up to about 2nd grade. They're easy enough for them to read and they get to read about their favorite Disney characters!
- Nintendo DSi -- I know, I know, this is not really a Disney gift. However, they do make a lot of Disney games for the Nintendo DSi and it is VERY popular among the kids. We may not be in favor of this one as we are the Leapster. It's a much more expensive gaming system and it's classic video game mind-rot. However, it is still immensely popular, so you have to strike your own balance in your home.
- Talking Buzz Lightyear -- Yes, Buzz is still going strong in the toy department. "To infinity and beyond!"
- Disney Annual Pass -- Our children get one of these every year for Christmas. If your close enough to the World, this makes a great present that keeps on giving all year long.
Top Ten Disney Stocking Stuffers
These are the recommended stocking stuffers from the Disney Parks Blog:
- Green is the perfect accent for the Holidays! - Check out the environmentally friendly merchandise available at the Resort including our tees, accessories and stationery.
- Race Through Time - Kids will also go wild for our Disney’s Wild Racers (“Cars With Character”) available in a variety of Disney, Pixar and Star Wars inspired characters.
- Make it a cool Yule… - with our Disney Vinylmation! These unique and funky vinyl figures feature artwork inspired by Disney attractions, characters and icons, plus cool urban and seasonal designs. Vinylmation figures come in 3” and 9” sizes, which is the perfect size for anyone’s stocking. To find out more, visit www.Vinylmation.com.
- Go Krazy for Kooky’s! - You’ll go “krazy” for our Kooky Kollection of Disney inspired pens. Created for the holidays, you’ll find Minnie, Mickey & Pluto dressed in their holiday best, but if you are looking for Kookier holiday fun, then check out our limited edition Holiday Kooky Set featuring Dumbo, Tinker Bell and Stitch!
- Fit For a Princess – If it’s a Disney Princess item you’re looking for, you’ll find a variety of Disney princess inspired costumes, toys and gifts including our newest addition to Disney royalty, Princess Tiana.
- Jedis In Training - If the force is strong with your young Jedi Knight then they’ll be drawn to design their own Light Saber, including grip and energy beam. Star Wars ©Lucasfilm Ltd. & TM. -- This is one you can only get in the Disney Parks.
- Deck the Halls with Pins – A perfect stocking stuffer for avid collectors and novices alike. Disney's seasonal pins are sure to be the hit of your holiday party.
- Quick Pick-Me-Ups – Find that little something special. Disney's top souvenir picks this year are our key chains, cell phone charms, magnets, playing cards and the ever-popular antenna toppers.
- You’ll be an “EAR” above the rest – Tip your hat to your friends and family this holiday season with our Santa inspired Mickey Mouse ear hat and holiday themed headwear or have frosty fun with a Snowman ear hat.
- Cuddle up with your favorite Disney Pals – A new selection of the ever popular holiday plush is now available. Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Pluto, Chip & Dale, Stitch and more can be found decked out in their festive holiday attire.
