Arts & Entertainment

3-4 players where one trades, builds, and settles regions of the isle of Catan and their resources. www.catan.com 4) Keith Kid Deck by Hopps Skateboards $64. Made in Mexico and from 100% Canadian maple, this skateboard is a hot ride! Great graphics!! www. hoppsskateboards.com 5) Pop Under Pressure 14+ What Do You MeMe? $24.99. Don’t let the balloon pop or the game is going to stop in this fast-paced gamewww.whatdoyoumeme.com

Super STEAM

1) Pixicade Digital Game Maker 6+ $19.88. BitOGenius Learn how to make your own video games on any white surface with this kit that comes with washable markers, 3 books, 2 QR codes, & stickers. It is as easy as Draw, Snap, and then Play to make over 1000 games! Games can be shares with your friends and in the arcade! www.pixicade.com 2) Paper Butterflies 7+ Crayola $12.97. Make 12 butterflies with this colorful paper STEAM kit. Learn about butterflies as you craft! www.crayola.com 3) Robo Max 7+ LukiLab $59.99. STEM authenticated T-Rex set that stands over 3 ft tall with lights and sound. If you build this beast, he will play! www.lukilab.com

4) Artie Max 9+ Educational Insights $99.99. Code and color with this bot that has lights and sound. With edge detection, the 3 markers will not go all over. www.educationalinsights.com 5) Hexmods Pro Series Elite Raceway $14+ Hexbug $89.99. 150+ piece playset with over 20 ft of track for the hobby grade RC to zoom down www.hexabugs.com

Great Games

1) Catan Jr 6+ Catan Studio $17.99. Be the 1st person to control 7 pirate hideouts and win this modified Catan game! www.catan.com 2) The Crew: The Quest For Planet Nine 10+ Thames & Kosmos $14.99. 3-5 players can play this strategy card game that needs teamwork to complete 50 different space missions www.thamesandkosmos.com 3) Tetris 8+ Buffalo Games $19.99. 2-4 players can explore the classic video game in board game fashion! www.buffalogames.com 4) Rhyme Antics $27.99. Hysterical rhyming vocab game that is inspired by hip hop. www.rhymeantics.com 5) 5 Second Rule Disney Version 6+ PlayMonster $24.99. 300 Disney questions on 150 cards that has players in seconds answer fun Disney questions to win! www.playmonster.com

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Poke My Plush Beautiful Books

1) Talking Bluey 3+ Moose $19.99. Phrases sing the theme song www. moosetoys.com 2) Blues Clues & You Check Up Time Blue 3+ Just Play $34.82. Blue needs to have an exam. Will your little one be the 1st doctor to examine Blue with the accessories included? www.justplayproducts.com 3) Cats vs Pickles Jumbos 4+ Cepia $19.99. Choose from a number of styles of these adorable plush that are over 8 inches big, colorful, and funny. www.catsvpickles.com 4) Love & Hugs Ballerina Doll 20-inch 3+ Playtime Fun $14.99. Cuddly plush ballerina doll to keep your little one company www.loveandhugdolls.com 5) Mixaroo™ 2+ Educational Insights $29.99. Mix and Match plush parts for a unique soft cuddly friend www.educationalinsights.com

1) “The Bedtime Book” by Todd Parr $17.99. This book will become a favorite bedtime read and “Be Who You Are” by Todd Parr Hachette Book Group $17.99—be inspired to be just who you are! www.lb-kids.com 2) “Rise Up Ordinary Kids with Extraordinary Stories” by Amanda Li and illustrated by Amy Blackwell $16.99 Andrews McMeel Press 7+ Read about amazing young people and be inspired! www.andrewsmcmeel.com 3) “Harlem Shuffle” by Colson Whitehead published by Doubleday $28.95. This page turner is part heist, values, morality, with a healthy dose of Harlem of the 1960’s added in for fun. www.knopfdoubleday.com 4) “From Staircase to Stage: The Story of Raekwon and Wu-Tang Clan” by Raekwon with Anthony Bozza published by Simon & Schuster $28.00. Native New Yorker and hip-hop honcho of Wu-Tang Clan fame tells his tale of poverty, perseverance, creative process, and prosperity. www.simonschuster.com H O T F O R T H E H O L I D A Y S 2 0 2 1

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5) “Black Nerd Problems: Essays” by Willian Evans and Omar Holmon published by Simon & Schuster $27. Current interesting essays on what people are talking about. www.simonandschuster.com

Happy Holiday

1) “The Joyful Book” by Todd Parr $17.99. No matter what you celebrate, this book is about the joy of holiday, family, and faith. www.LBYR.com 2) Daily Delights 12 Cavity Mini Doughnut Pan by Wilton $11.59. Donuts are an essential part of Chanukah. Make them healthy by baking them!!! www. wilton.com 3) Very Jolly Santa by Jacques Torres $19. This very yummy chocolate Santa is very merry! www.mrchocolate.com 4) Grace 3 Wick Candle by Love Notes Fragrances $50. Grace is infused with 5 fragrance blends to bring JOY to the world. www.lovenotesfragrances.com 5) Grand Christmas Gift Box With Wine by Harry and David $89 Almost 6 pounds of fruits and delicious treats to spread merry far and wide! www.harryanddavid.com Make Mom Merry 1) Calming Heat Messaging Neck Wrap by Sharper Image $39.99. Wrap with 3 heat settings provides soothing & relaxing vibrations with weighted clay filling www.sharperimage.com 2) “Rodney Scott’s World of BBQ: Everyday is a Good Day” by Rodney Scott $29.99 A legendary pitmaster shares his recipes and experience Clarkson Potter/ Ten Speed 3) Head Lightz Beanie with Light Leopard print $27.99. This hat has a builtin light to keep one safe in any circumstance. www.Amazon.com 4) 6 Piece Self Care Beauty Set by Shea Radiance $70. This complete body set includes African Black Bar, African Soap Body Wash, Large Whipped

Shea Butter, Nourishing Body Cream, Ayate Wash Cloth, and Wooden Soap Dish. www.shearadiance.com 5) Proof is in the Pudding Eyeshadow Palette by Beauty Bakery $38. 9 neutral shadows that are vegan and paraben-free. The founder, Cashmere Nicole is a cancer survivor who supports giving and using her brand to shine light on a number of causes. www.beautybakerie.com Dashing for Dad 1) Bevel Body Black Bergamot Body Wash 16 FL OZ exfoliates + hydrates while smelling amazing $17.94 and Bevel Body Lotion 16 FL OZ with sea butter and argan oil for all day moisture that is ultra-hydrating $9.95 by Walker and Company www.getbevel.com Also see their Starter Shave Kit with Safety Razor. $90 2) Socket Shelf Sharper Image 6 outlets and 2 USB ports with surge protection with added cord organizer and handy shelf make this a perfect practical gift for the bathroom or workspace $39.99 www.sharperimage.com 3) TCL TAB Pro 5G $399.99. The light sleek tablet has a pre-installed 5G UW SIM card, 4GB RAM, 64 GB ROM, stereo speakers, and is powered by a Qualcomm® Snapdragon® 5G Octa-core processor. It features a 10.36” FHD + display powered by NXTVISION with Eye Care modes. The box comes with a fast charge wall USB power adapter, USB cable, headphone jack adapter, SIM ejector tool & an easy-to-follow quick reference guide. The battery is powerful, and it doubles as a power bank to charge other devices! www.tcl.com 4) Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Aged Whisky $59. This smooth whisky is named for the first African American master distiller and is a Blackowned business to support. www.unclenearest.reservebar.com 5) Seasonal Contra Chef Apron by Tilit $92. Limited edition waxed light weight cotton apron is protective shield that lets dad be a crazy cook and keep clean! www.tilitnyc.com H O T F O R T H E H O L I D A Y S 2 0 2 1

1) Call My People Tag by Trill Paws $28. The metal tag has room for an essential info and has a fun design. It is a Black owned business to support. Also: Cuban Link Gold Chain Collar by Trill Paws $46 This is the ultimate bling collar to pimp out your precious pet! www.Trillpaws.com 2) Aniac Pet Christmas Costume $13.99. Your pet will be holiday stylin in this festive outfit that is fit for social media pics! www.amazon.com 3) Dog Bed by Casper $152.10. Durable dog mattress so Fifi or Fido can have sweet dreams. Comes in powder Blue. www.casper.com 4) Pets Know Best ®HuggiePup™ from Allstar Innovations $29.99. Plush with heat pack helps calm pets while real-feel pulsing heartbeat is for comfort. www.huggiepup.com 5) Stellar Cat Bed by Tuft and Paw $299. Award winning cat bed that has modern design and bult for comfort. www.tuftandpaw.com

1) Signature Trio Gift Set by Trade St. Jam Co $42. Blueberry Kemon Basil Jam, Smoked Yellow Peach Jam, and Strawberry Chipotle Fig Jam are included in this unique gift grouping. www.tradestjamco.com 2) For Keeps 4+ The Loyal Subjects Wave 2 $12.99. 7 Sweet styles of dolls to collect with powerful positive messaging. Each have accessories and stickers. www. TheLoyalSubjects.com 3) My Squishy Little Dumplings 5+ WowWee $14.99. Squeeze cheeks and reveal perky personality. Collect all 4 adorable dumplings! www.wowwee.com 4) Pie Crust Mold by Wilton $10.39. 6 classic design cavities to fill with pie dough for sensational looking pastry! Must have for baker on your list!! www.wilton.com 5) Dinosaur Set 8+ $19.99. Cubles make 3 dynamic dinos out of recycled paperboard in this mashup between origami and a puzzle www.cubles.com Also see Mindy Microbe from Max Meow in Cubles $7.99!

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Kitchen Comforts

1) Diamond Infused Non-Stick 9 Piece Baking Set Wilton $78.99. Easy to clean, simple to use, the sensational bake set includes 2 circular pans, muffin pan, 1 oblong pan with cover, utensils, and sheet pan. www. wilton.com 2) AMR515 Juicer by AI COK $85. Have a healthy holiday with this sturdy juicer that makes juicing a joy! www.aicookhome.com 3) Pasta & Noodle Maker by Philips $399.95. This kitchen small appliance makes the pasta after you place the ingredients in the machine easily! www.usa.philips.com 4) Dracula Garlic Mincer by Ototo $18.99. This adorable garlic mincer is shaped as your favorite vampire! Too cute! www.animicausa.com 5) Stainless Steel Caribou set by Marta Cromwell for 2 $20. Put marshmallows and chocolate on your mugs with this fun set www.UncommonGoods.com

Bonus Gift idea for the Baker: Tilt-N-Turn Ultra Cake Turntable Cake Decorating Stand by Wilton $89.99 This is essential for every cake decorator! www.wilton.com

Perfect Pantry

1) Lillies of Charleston Mild Gift Box: $28.98. The great gift box includes HoLotta All Purpose Spice (tremendous dry rub for protein, especially wings), Special Blend All Purpose Sauce (marinade & condiment that takes eggs, chili, and even greens to the next level), & Mustard BBQ Sauce (for delicious dips, marvelous meats, and pasta that needs pizzazz)! www.lilliesofcharleston.com 2) Licensed To Grill Spice Collection by Savory Spice Shop $58.99. Try 8 distinct spices for grilling from Plank Salmon Rub to Nantucket Herb & Citrus rub. The California Citrus rub adds tremendous flavor to meat and the Mt Elbert All Purpose Seasoning is a super kitchen staple. www.savoryspiceshop.com 3) Blk & Bold Coffees $14 per 12 oz bag of rich robust coffee with 5% of the company profits going to support at risk youth www.blkandbold.com 4) Lillies of Charleston Heavenly HOT Gift Bo $28.98. The box includes Hissy Fit All Purpose HOT Spice (heat for your meat!), Hab Mussy Mustard BBQ Sauce (the spicy sauce that is boss to add to salads, gazes, and veggies), & Low Country Loco Hot Sauce (add zip to soups, sauces, marinades, or anything you need to take up a peg)! ALSO look for The H O T F O R T H E H O L I D A Y S 2 0 2 1