(International Playthings $19.95) This carrying case is loaded with waxed strings known as wikki stix that come in many colors and can...

(Guidecraft $72.00 & up) If there's one toy every child should have, blocks are it! Nothing is more basic to play than a set of wooden...

(Remo $11.95) Preschoolers can easily hold onto the handle of this lollipop-shaped drum. Makes a pleasing sound, according to both kid...

(Hasbro $22.99) Ahoy Matey! Mr. Potato Head is done up with Pirate Gear with parrot, eye patch, skull and crossbones on his hat, earring,...

(Peaceable Kingdom $14.99) Checkers just got a face lift, of sorts. It's the classic game with a new 21st century look. Playing pieces...

(Alex $39.99) A tool kit for older school-aged kids packed with colored pencils, pastels, charcoal pencils, sketchpad, sharpener,...

(Hasbro $20.99) Platinum Award Need a gift for Grandma or Grandpa for a family celebration? This version of the original game comes with...

(LEGO $14.99 & up) We love the open-endedness of these classic kits that have a pleasing array of colors. Our favorites are the sets that...