
Christmas Gift
Pindaloo™
Ify ou’re looking for a fun-filled skill toy that can help improve your cognition,coordination and provides fun all year round, you’ve come to the right place. Pindaloo™ from SWAG Distribution is great for all the family. Once you teach yourself the first step, it will be impossible to put it down. Learn a range of tricks from beginner to advanced or create your own! Available in red and blue, get in the loop now. £9.99 Ages: 7+ Available at mypindaloo.co.uk

For a great gift, why not surprise someone with a Cookery School e-voucher? Perfect for old and young alike, for birthdays, Christmas, thank yous, wedding presents or staff rewards, it’s the gift that keeps on giving.
The vouchers are instantly emailed to you or your recipient or can send a paper version, upon request. Just mention that you would like a printed version by putting a note in the “notes” section of the checkout or email and they will print one out for you and pop it in the post.Vouchers can be used as full or part payment towards a class or course of your choice. The voucher will be valid for a year. Why not add a Cookery School bag or apron to your gift voucher?

Teletubbies Twist N Chime
£4.99 each Perfectly sized for little hands and made from brightly coloured, chunky plastic these adorable Twist ‘N’ Chime figures are sure to entertain. Little ones can twist the figure to hear a special jingle chime! Available at Asda, ELC, Morrisons, Smyths and Tesco

Gruffalo Fun
Classic games and puzzles, beautifully designed for ages 18 months to 5 years.
£5.99 A set of 48 bright and colourful high-quality memory picture cards. Cards feature lots of different images of your favourite Gruffalo characters including Mouse, Fox, Snake and The Gruffalo. There are 24 different pairs to match up and collect in this classic game. The game play can be varied to suit different ages and abilities; for younger children use fewer cards, but you’ll be surprised at just how good youngsters are at this game – there is every chance that as their skills develop they will beat you! The memory cards are made from sturdy high-quality card, laminated on both sides with a colour print. Suitable from 3+ www.JohnLewis .co.uk

Marmite500 Piece Double-Sided Jigsaw Puzzle
Love it or hate it, this larger than life replica jar contains a 500 piece double-sided puzzle which is sure to be a challenge for the whole family. The nifty storage jar also makes a great place to store all manner of knick-knacks and makes this puzzle a fun gift.
Specifications 500 piece puzzle Marmite jar container 38 x 45cm when complete £9.99

Pringle 250 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle
This delightfully moreish double-sided puzzle is certain to fill hours with the classic fun and therapeutic past-time. With two puzzles in one you can choose between recreating a puzzle of the much-loved Original Pringles tube or, if it’s a bigger challenge you fancy, there’s a tempting stack of your favourite snack on the other side.
This puzzle comes in a larger than life Pringle tube making it a perfect gift for any Pringle lover. 250 piece puzzle Pringle tube container 14 x 46cm when complete £7.99

Busy Bags
Creative Busy Bags containing fun, educational activities that will engage little ones and keep them occupied while learning. They give parents the gift of a bit of time to enjoy a cup of (hot!) tea or to wee alone (heaven!) They can be used either at home or on the go – they’re perfect for keeping kids absorbed while at the doctors, travelling, attending to a new baby, cleaning, out for lunch, or to spend time together as a learning resource!
Reusable,extendable, non-messy and something unique our busy bags make brilliant gifts,party favours, travel companions and are a fun, easy way to help children on their learning journey. They have a wide range available, suitable for little ones from 18 months to 8 years old. www.mybusybots.com

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