This age group is such a fun one to shop for! They’re just starting to get “it”, when it comes to the Holidays, but haven’t succumbed to the crazed list-making and dog-earing of toy catalogs just yet. That sweet spot between two and four, where we’re all in, is up today!

First up, for the little sis:

1. A play tent for reading, pretending or snoozing is always a big hit! Land of Nod wins for any and all tent needs. [$149] 15% off today using “SFBLOG”

2. Have we convinced you of the greatness that is Stuck
by Oliver Jeffers? Floyd’s shenanigans are not just for boys! [$12]

3. Baggu bags are a long-time favorite of ours, but this sweetly striped pack for little girl’s is too darling to miss. [$42] via Darling Clementine.

4. Puzzles are such a great indoor activity for those colder months. This one is from Land of Nod! [$19.95]

5. Yosi Samra has such beautiful little shoes for girls (and women!) We love their glitter flats for the holidays, but stripes always win over here! [$48]

6. Have you seen the “Messy Hair Don’t Care” tees floating around the internet? Quinn and Fox are the geniuses behind it, but we love all their other tees just as much! [$30+]

7. We are such huge fans of Petit Collage. Everything they make is beautiful and timeless for any nursery. Their new line of Pop-Out toys are stellar! This San Francisco skyline especially. [$9.00]

8. Beenie Buds and Co has such a cool curation of kids apparel and gifts! This Josephine doll is the coolest. [$50.00]

And now for the little guy:

1. Flat Out Frankie‘s ride-on animals are so clever! They have dinosaurs and unicorns and other mythical creatures to suit any imagination.

2. Land of Nod plush toys are so quirky and fun, this S’more is perfect for bed time or play! [$34.00]

3. Crewcuts has some seriously cute pajamas right now. And they’re all 30% off with the “HOLIDAY” code at checkout!

4. If you live in a desert tundra like we do, you know that it can be somewhat hard to keep toddlers warm. They won’t wear gloves, they rip off their hats, and good luck with a scarf!  7 AM Enfant makes the most amazingly warm accessories for this very purpose. When you’re on the go, this stroller muff is an absolute necessity. An investment, but a necessity. [$189.00]

5. If you were lucky enough to get a battery powered car as a kid you know it is a pivotal moment. That two mile per hour wind in your hair is life changing. If you’re looking to make this Christmas the one they will never forget, try Peg Perego’s Fiat 500.

6. We know a few boys who find a pair of boots and never let go. They’ll wear them rain or shine, puddle or dirt pile, and we love it! This camo pair of wellies via Joules is just tough enough for any occasion. [$57.00]

7. We love the idea of making one purchase that continues to arrive month after month. It’s such a great gift for a far-away grandparent who wants to keep close. A Little Bundle sends gift boxes based on you or your child’s personality and in our experience it’s a great way to discover new brands to love! [$36/month]

8. Our boys are in that phase where anything that is personalized with their name on it, becomes an instant favorite. These initial tees via One Oxford Lane are so cute and your little guy will be proud to rock it! [$26]

There you have it! Now that it’s Thanksgiving tomorrow, the Holidays feel a little bit more urgent don’t they? Good luck with all your preparations for tomorrow! Crayola sent us this darling little film filled with ideas to keep your kids occupied while they wait patiently (or not so patiently) for dinner to start. We get it kids, let’s eat already!

And a Thanksgiving message to get you in the spirit!

Visit today’s sponsor Crayola for more ideas and Thanksgiving Day crafts! Submit your own using the #ColorfulThanks hash tag, or vote for your favorite submission!

Welcome back to Gift Guide Wednesdays! Today is all about that bouncing baby in your life. Some of our very favorites, new finds, and as always something for every price range!
1. Winter Water Factory [$30+] is our favorite baby clothes line, hands down! From baby’s layette to sweet playclothes for the bigger kids, they have it all covered. Their clothes are sweetly simple yet pack such a great punch in color and print. Use “smallfryholiday” at check out for 15% off!

2. Freshly Picked Moccasins [$60] If you have a pair of Freshly Picked moccs than we’re preaching to the choir. They are simply put, the shoes your baby will wear. They stay on, they are beautiful and soft and timeless. They hold your baby’s foot shape and a million other memories. Our favorite part is when you take them off your baby’s feet and flip them over you can see their little toe prints in the leather.

3. 4moms MamaRoo Bouncer [$199] This is one classy bouncer. We love the clean simplistic design, but add in the MP3 plug-in and mobiles with art by Monet and Seurat, and you’ve got yourself a bouncer you can be proud of. It has several settings that simulate riding in a car, the movement of water and being rocked in a tree. We just have one question: do they make it in our size?

4. Bannor Toys State Rattles [$15] Bannor makes the most incredible line of wood toys, with an extensive teether, stacker, and block collection! We love their state rattles, they make such a great baby gift and beautifully made as well.

5. Boon Whale Pod [$30] We say amongst ourselves often that we’d buy pretty much anything if Boon made it. They just have it all figured out for making baby’s necessities not only functional but beautiful to look at, too. This whale scoop makes cleaning up bath toys a breeze, you simply scoop and drag across the water, it picks up all the toys, and then the draining system release all the excess moisture, and it goes back on its hook for next time.

6. PlanToys Pull-Along Zebra [$16]. If Boon has it figured out for necessities, Plan Toys has you covered for playtime. Their collection is covet-worthy and just that, a collectible. Why not start with this cute zebra?

7. Yepp Bike Seat [$160] The Yepp bike seat may be a bit more than the popular competitor but after using said seat, there are a few clear distinctions. The rubber seat is so much more comfortable than the hard plastic. It absorbs the bouncing and bumping much smoother, making baby’s (and therefore your) ride that much more enjoyable. Added bonus they come in an impressive variety of colors!

8. Toto Knits is a company that we are kicking ourselves for not finding sooner! Not only are the knits organic, locally grown, dyed, and spun, but the company is comprised of single mothers in Kenya. They are paid by each individual piece they knit, so they can work as much or as little as they choose. We love their family-first attitude, and each piece is signed by its maker which makes it that much more meaningful. Considering all that, this classic Breton stripe sweater is only [$32!] But even better enter “FRIEND” at check out for another whopping 25% off!

So friends, what would you add to our list? Any must haves we’ve missed for bebe this season?