The Nice List:
The Perfect Gifts for Good Little Boys and Girls

Kid-pleasing, educational, and display-worthy all in one: Contributing editor ANDREA ARRIA-DEVOE zeroes in
on the gifts for kids that are sure to please all.

Girls

The Olympians: Aphrodite to Zeus

Illustrator Cayce Cole gives an introduction to Greek mythology with her charming paper collages.
Cayce Cole, $20
Jess Brown Rag Doll

Sporting a beret and bloomers beneath her dress, this gamine rag doll is girly but not fussy.
Sweet William, $180
Lille Huset Doro Dollhouse

Made from recycled cardboard, this genius modular dollhouse can be customized, easily folded away for storage, and passed on to a sibling. Plus, the wallpaper is super chic.
Little Twigs, $60
Glisten Up! Brush-On Tattoos

For the beauty lover: Four sheets of designs, a brush, and three packets of glitter provides hours of
fun with friends.
Amazon Marketplace, $9.99
J. Crew Glitter Mini Overnighter

All that glitters is a gold suitcase. The petite size is perfect
for sleepovers.
J.Crew, $98
Virginia Johnson Baby Quilt

Brighten baby's nursery with a one-of-a-kind block-printed quilt.
Yolk, $115
Foldable Wayfarers

What's cooler than a pair of bright yellow shades?
Poppy's Closet, $20
Tea Set by Nathalie Lete

A 14-piece tea set complete with teapot, four cups, saucers and plates comes in a pretty floral storage case for teatime
anytime, anywhere.
Various Stores, from $45.75
Heart Poster

A simple screen-printed heart with space for a handwritten note
says it all.
Plastica, $14
Curio + Kind Feather Skirt

Forget tulle. Downy purple ostrich feathers make this dress-up skirt the star of the show.
Various Stores, from $120
Hansel From Basel Kids Socks

Adorable anklets (from one of our favorite grown-up designers) are like cozy puppets for little feet.
Thumbeline, from $7.50
Neon Tic Tac Watch

Mini-fashionistas will love these playful cotton printed watches, which are apparently all the rage in France.
Little Circus, $22

Boys

Converto Lo-Boy Trike

This sleek-looking tricycle is made from cast-aluminum alloy so it never rusts. Plus, it attaches to
a nifty trailer.
Various Stores, from $249.95
Make Magic, Do Good

Dallas Clayton's new collection of whimsical poems is a welcome addition to any library.
Amazon, $12.23
Monaco Motorport Kit

Ready, set, go Grand Prix in this faux leather cap and goggles.
Land of Nod, $39
I-Wood My First Laptop

A lo-fi (and less expensive) alternative to an ipad.
Various Stores, from $49.90
Seedling Paddle Ball With
Your Own Design

This paddle ball set comes with three markers for turning a new lucky paddle into a work of art.
Game on.
Various Stores, from $12.99
Kersa Hand Puppet

Handmade in Germany, this beautifully crafted policeman puppet will stoke little imaginations and stand the test of time.
Canoe, $35
Glowing Putty, Gels, and Slime Kit

For the budding chemist: Seven experiments worth of materials for making glow-in-the-dark gels, silly putty, and other slimy substances.
Copernicus Toys, $16
Walrooz Connectible Sleds

Oh what fun it is to ride in cute connecting walrus sleighs. They also come in a large version so mom or dad can join in the fun.
Kmart, $15.99
Juste Groenland Slippers

Nordic-inspired slippers are toasty and safe thanks to non-slip spiked rubber soles.
Collegien, from $43.99
Emile Et Ada Moustache Sweatshirt

What little gent wouldn't love this cozy sweatshirt?
Little Circus, $44
Constructive Eating Utensils

This set of three machine-inspired utensils (bulldozer pusher, forklift, front loader spoon) builds confidence and healthy
eating habits.
Various Stores, from $19.95

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The Nice List:The Perfect Gifts for Good Little Boys and Girls

The Nice List:
The Perfect Gifts for Good Little Boys and Girls