🌟 Little Kids & Toddlers Gift Guide

Here are our top picks for little kids & toddlers this holiday season — all (but one) available locally! Support our Gorge shops by shopping in-store, following, sharing, and spreading the word.

1. Rainbow Trucker Hat – Blowfish Designs

Bright, fun, and toddler-durable — this rainbow hat is perfect for adventures at the park, the river, or school. Adjustable fit and made by a local favorite Blowfish Designs.
🔗 Shop: available at Blowfish Designs (or you can also just reach out to them via Insta for a local pickup)

2.Books 

These are two of our family favorites. Perfect for bedtimes, quiet moments, and building a love of reading early on.

• Frog & Toad Storybook Favorites
A timeless classic filled with gentle lessons about friendship, emotions, and everyday adventures. 

• Construction Site on Christmas Night
A festive and heartwarming addition to the bestselling construction series. Kids who love diggers and trucks will light up at this holiday teamwork tale. These books were my sons favorites! 

🔗 Shop here → available locally at Waucoma Books and G Willikers

3. Lucky Littles Boutique 

A local favorite for adorable toddler clothing, gifts, and now a full consignment section packed with high-quality gently-used pieces. This weekend only, they’re celebrating Small Business Saturday with deals in the boutique and $1-$3 bins in the consigment section!                     

🔗 Shop: Lucky Littles Boutique 

5. Zoo Socks – Adorable Animal Crew

Little feet, big personality! These soft, cute animal socks make the best stocking stuffers and are a local bestseller.
🔗 Shop: available locally at Lucky Little Boutique

6. Warmies 

Literally been on every list b/c we love them that much! Ultra-soft, huggable, and warmed in the microwave — a forever friend for naptime, bedtime, and every cuddle in between.
🔗 Shop: available locally at Lucky Littles Boutique

7. PlasmaCar Ride-On

A total toddler classic. No pedals, no batteries — just wiggle and go! Great for indoor energy burn or smooth outdoor cruising.
🔗 Shop: available at G Willikers

8. Micro Mini Scooter

I'm all about whatever toys get my kid moving! Smooth, stable, and perfect for little riders gaining confidence. These last for years and make an unforgettable “big kid” gift.
🔗 Shop: available at G Willikers

9. Kinetic Sand

Sensory play that parents love as much as kids do. Soft, moldable, and magical — great for creativity, calm time, and small hands.
🔗 Shop: available at G Willikers 

10. Spooner Board 

Builds balance, coordination, and confidence through open-ended, imaginative play. Bridge, slide, tunnel… kids turn it into everything.
🔗 Shop: available at G Willikers

11. Green Toys Tea Set

Ah, this one makes me super nostaligic over the endless tea parties we used to have! Made from 100% recycled materials and perfectly sized for pretend play. One of the safest, cutest starter tea sets for little hosts and hostesses.
🔗 Shop: available at G Willikers

12. Great Pretenders Dress Up 

Dress up clothes are also one of our family favorites! Perfect for dress-up bins, holiday performances, or fairy-garden adventures.
🔗 Shop: available at G Willikers

13. Itty Bitty Thrifts

A treasure trove for families who love affordable, gently-used kids’ clothing and gear. Itty Bitty Thrifts carefully curates high-quality consignment finds for babies through big kids — making it a go-to stop for budget-friendly holiday shopping. And today only - Small Business Saturday Sale happening! 
🔗 Shop: Itty Bitty Thrifts

14. Stuffed Animal Mini Tote Bag 

A sweet and sturdy little tote from Douglas, the beloved brand known for ultra-soft plush friends. Perfect for toddlers who love to carry their treasures — stuffies, books, snacks, and all the tiny essentials they refuse to leave home without. Durable, adorable, and sized just right for little hands.
🔗 Shop: available at G Willikers

15. Nugget-Style Play Couch

We got the Nugget when my kids were 1 & 2 and we are still getting mileage out of this thing at 10 & 11! A must-have for toddler playrooms — great for climbing, fort building, reading nooks, and imaginative play. A favorite for rainy days!
🔗 Shop: available here

16. Squigz Suction Builders

Endlessly entertaining! These bendy, sticky, suction-cup toys are fantastic for fine motor skills and bath time fun.
🔗 Shop: available at G Willikers

17. Air Toobz - Ball Drop & Tube Builder Set

This might be the 2025 favorite toddler gift (and parents will love too!) Air Toobz lets kids build wild tubes, tunnels, and tracks, then send balls and lightweight objects zooming through using airflow. It’s mesmerizing, STEM-inspired play that encourages problem-solving and creativity. 
🔗 Shop: available at G Willikers