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Every year, parents spend considerable time and money finding the perfect Christmas gifts for their children. With that said, nothing can turn a parent into a Grinch quicker than their kids losing interest in brand-new toys just days after the holidays end.
But some toys truly are worth every penny. These toys from Lifetime will keep your kids engaged long after the holiday season has passed. The best part is not one of them involves screens, so your kids will be active and excited to play.
Wiggle car
Kids will love experiencing outdoor fun on a wiggle car. If you've never seen a wiggle car before, you're in for a treat — kids wiggle the steering wheel back and forth as the car moves itself using gravity and centrifugal force.
Wiggle cars are self-powered and require no batteries, just your little one's natural tendency to move! Kids can race around the driveway with the wind in their hair like a miniature racecar driver.
Wiggle cars are built from high-density plastic and can accommodate up to 150 pounds, so even your big kids can take the car for a spin.
Snow sled
Winter is coming, and it's time to shred. Sledding is a rite of passage for all kids who grow up in Utah's snowy winters. This premium sled is built to get the most out of every snow day. It's fast, durable, and a great value to boot.
Kids can zip down hills in comfort while sitting on the built-in padded seat. You won't have to worry about fading color or cracking—the UV-protected high-density polyethylene body is built to last and has a 5-year warranty.
One adult or an adult and one child can glide through snow comfortably thanks to the spacious yet sleek design.
Playhouse
For little ones entering that magical stage of pretend play, a playhouse like this one can be the perfect gift.
Your children or grandchildren get to have a space all their own where they make the rules and their imaginations run wild. A 2023 study found that pretend play for children may promote children's social development. So let your children run wild with their pretend experiences.
This playhouse comes with reusable furniture stickers so kids can arrange the house to their own liking. The storefront window is sure to be the site of many ice cream shops, pizza shops, or whatever type of shop your child comes up with.
The house's heavy-duty construction makes it a safe and sturdy place to play that will last for many years.
Teeter totter
There's a reason so many preschools and daycares have one of these airplane teeter totters in their outdoor play space—it's a hit with kids of all ages. Your airplane-loving child can fuel their pilot dreams sitting in the cockpit. There's also room for a passenger in the cockpit and a child on each wing for the traditional up-and-down teeter totter action.
Imaginative play will soar as children spin the propeller and work the controls and steering wheel of the plane.
Kid-size kayak
Recent studies show time spent outside is helpful for the overall wellbeing of people. In a 2021 review, researchers concluded there is evidence between spending time in nature and improved cognitive funcion, blood pressure, mental health and sleep.
There's no better way to get outside than on a kayak. Lifetime youth kayaks are built to provide an enjoyable and safe kayaking experience for your child. They are designed for superior stability on the water—so they're nearly impossible to tip over. Constructed of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) plastic for lightweight and durability, the kayaks are designed to last.
This is the perfect gift for families who spend a lot of time on the water during the summer months.
Basketball arcade game
If your kids love the basketball game at arcades, your basement needs the Lifetime Double Shot basketball arcade game. Whether the older kids work on their shooting skills or kids learn how to use a basketball, it is a tried-and-true classic for all ages.
Customers rave about the durability and quality of construction, with solid metal rims that will last through heavy use. The game has a digital scoreboard display and users can play 2-player, single-player, or multi-player games. Infrared optical sensors provide fast and accurate scoring, so no one can complain about their basket not being counted!
One reviewer said, "This game is awesome! My 9 and 11-year-olds (and me!) love it and play all the time! After over 2 years of play it's still going strong!"
Parents and kids alike will love this toy for years and years to come.
Outdoor play set
Christmas is the time to go big with gifts! If you're ready to make the jump and install a playset in your backyard, Lifetime has choices for every budget and yard size.
For smaller budgets, a classic swing set and slide combo like this one features an 8-foot slide and mini climbing wall.
If you're looking for a play set with more bells and whistles, this set features double slides, a climbing tower, steering wheel, net ladder, and more. All Lifetime play sets are heavy duty and built to last.
Create memories with Lifetime Products
Whatever your kids' ages and interests may be, you can bet that Lifetime will have something that they'll love for years to come. To shop the whole selection of play equipment, visit lifetime.com or visit any of the local Lifetime Store locations in Utah or Idaho.
