1 Yes we know that the Fur Real Parrot may give parents a headache on Christmas morning but these are the Christmas morning memories that kids just don’t forget. €79.99, Argos.
2 A new pair of pyjamas is practically compulsory when the big man from the North Pole is en route. Next have a beautiful selection, starting from €13. (See main image above)
3 What beats getting your hands dirty as a child? Play Doh Fuzzy Pumper Buzz n’ Cut Playset will provide hours of fun and years of memories. Available in all good retailers for €19.99.
4 Forget batteries, this beautifully crafted wooden work bench is all your little builder needs to have fun this Christmas. A gift that will educate and resonate with them for years to come. Available for €114.95 from Avoca.
5 Mini book worms nationwide will delight in Mythical Irish Beasts by Mark Joyce, a fantastic journey through Irish folklore with stories of monsters and demons galore. Beautiful hardback copies are available in all good book stores nationwide for €29.99.
6 Many kids dream of growing up to be vets. So why not encourage their love of animals with this mini vet set from Lidl for only €17.99
7 For the superhero-hailing, robot-loving kid in your life, Transformers latest series of toys are the ideal gift. Bumblebee Energon Igniters Nitro Series are available in all good retailers, for €27.99.
8 There is nothing like a classic to bring all the family around the Christmas games table. Monopoly Gamer, Mario Kart Edition will entice the little and big ones. Available in all good retailers for €24.99.
9 It has become one of the best-loved boardgames in Ireland and we love that there is also a Junior 30 Seconds for children eight and over. You have 30 seconds to describe the words on your card…. and go! €29.99, available in toy stores nationwide.
10 For the budding farmer in your life, give them cows to feed and sheds to clean this Christmas. Lidl’s toy farm yard is available for €49.99.
11 Get kids excited for the Christmas dinner with these petface toys, €14.99 from Argos. You can also use them as a prop to explain all the hard work that Irish farmers put into quality vegetables.
12 Nothing says Christmas like your little one’s first rocking horse. This rocking rabbit from Avoca is soft and sweet, €119.95.
