Halloween will be here in a week. Typically, the week after, everyone changes from pumpkin spice mode into holiday mode. This is why I began this series early...so you can get a head start on some popular items that are likely to sell out before you can say "Thanksgiving." Today I am sharing some fun advent calendars with you. We have a tradition in my house that has caused me to wake on a few nights in a panic because I forgot to leave out a little something special. From December 1st up until the 24th, I leave a special little treat next to the boys' calendars. Many advent calendars have a tiny space for a small piece of candy, but I always wanted to leave a little book, or something else,which would not fit inside. That's when I decided to just leave the gifts in front of their calendars for them to find each morning. We've been doing this for years and the kids always enjoyed it.This is the way we've always done it but that doesn't mean you have to do the same. Whether you like to add little gifts or enjoy a little taste of something sweet hidden behind the doors, there is a calendar to fit in with every tradition.
I'm starting with the big one this year.
This calendar was released by Disney in early August and sold out immediately. I've been looking all over for it and found the spot where you can pre-order it for November delivery. If this interests you and your little ones, order it right away! It is hard to say how many they have to go around and if it will be widely available. What I like about this one is that it has a little book for each day of the countdown,with all your favorite characters, so it is not only fun, it encourages reading as well. I am ordering a few for the little guys in our family.
These are great for the train fans in your family. Each day a new mini train is waiting to be unveiled behind a door. A few new holiday designs round out the lineup of familiar characters that have been loved for years. We've had a few of
these in our house and they are always a hit!
You can always count on Melissa & Doug for fun,education toys for children, so naturally, they have an advent calendar for the 3-7 age group.
This tree comes with an inspirational poem on the back as well as 25 magnets for the kids to attach to their tree each day.
If I had a dollar for all of the Little People characters and toys we've had over the years, well, let's say it would really add up! I'm a huge fan of this line from Fisher-Price and their
advent calendar is perfect for the younger set. It is filled with fun characters including Santa himself, Mrs. Claus and a reindeer! Toddlers will play with these characters long after the holidays end.
If you know me ,you know I'm an avid reader and a big fan of children's literature,so when I found
this one, I fell in love. No big bells and whistles ,but instead gorgeous illustrations hide behind each door. If your child loves Eric Carle books(and really, who doesn't?) this may be the perfect calendar for you this year.
Gingerbread...I love anything that has to do with gingerbread. How cute is
this? You assemble (which can be a great family project) then fill the drawers with little treats. It even has a place to personalize with your child's name. Love it.
Naturally,Playmobil always has an assortment of fun calendars.
This one has a bunch of forest friends ,but there are many others to choose from.
If your child loves to create,
Play-Doh has you covered.
If your kids prefer edibles, Hershey is offering three different calendars this year.
Kisses
Minis
Reeses
If you have little ones, Step 2 offers a fun
calendar that can be used for a few years and you decide what goes in all of the numbered drawers.
Of course, I can't forget Legos when posting about advent calendars. You can see more of those calendars
here in my post about all things Lego.
Hopefully, I've given you a few new options for this year! Have fun counting down the days!
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