Holiday Gift Giving For the Young At Heart

Games to last a year!

Holiday gift giving get you stressed? Busy schedules, tons of parties and the eternal question of what to buy your friends can make even the calmest souls run around as crazy  as a kid in FAO Schwarz.

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Goofing around in FAO Schwarz

Don’t worry I’ve got you covered. I’ve spent the year researching (aka playing with) the coolest toys, collectibles and unique finds for adults who just want to have fun because someone had to do it! So sit back with a nice cup of joe (or tea) and take a peek at some of my favorite games and toys for grown-ups who are young at heart.

Kid Congeniality’s Holiday Gift Giving Guide For the Young At Heart:

**Disclosure: I have personally played with or reviewed every item on this list. I only recommend things that I have experienced myself.  I may have been sent an item to review or experienced the item in person at a toy industry event.

Games:

When it comes to games our favorite picks are sure to keep your parties interesting for years to come:

  • Jaws – One player menaces the board (Amity) as JAWS while the other players go on the hunt. I’d say its the perfect game to bring to a vacation at the beach.
  • Disney Villainous- The devilishly good fun, original Villainous Game and winner of the 2019 TOTY Game of the year award.
  • Disney Villainous- Wicked to the Core- Brings Hades, Sr. Facilier and the Evil Queen into the dastardly mix.
  • Disney Villainous- Evil Comes Prepared- What’s an evil crew without Scar, Ratigan and Yzma?
  • Yeah Nope The ultimate tell all game that takes the “truth” element of “truth or dare” and combines it with “have you ever?”
  • Jurassic Park- Do you prefer to be the hunter or the prey? The choice is yours! Prowl the park as the T-Rex or Veliciraptor or the characters from the classic cilm. Excitement awaits as you visit Jurassic Park!
  • Ya Blew It– Warning: Explosive rowdiness may erupt as you engage in this risk-taking social game.
  • Exit Escape Room Games– With EXIT Kosmos recreates the feel of an escape room at home. I played the Sunken Treasure which launched me on a quest for the treasure of the Santa Maria! The only thing I can complain about is that I can’t play again.  The games can be played only once so savor the adventures.
  • Apocalyptic Picnic Game -What a family reunion! Tainted potato salad is turning everyone into zombies. Be the last player to survive the apocalypse and win the game!

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Fun and Unique Holiday Gift Giving Items:

  • 4D City Scape Game of Thrones Puzzles– Not satisfied with the ending of Game of Thrones? Build your own version of Westeros and make up the ending that suits you with these 3D puzzles.

  • WOW! Stuff- Harry Potter K-Blings – Phone cord getting ratty?  Pop on one of these fun K-blings and cover up that mess with a mystery Harry Potter figure. Hedwig travels around NYC in my purse and as a result I secretly feel a little magical every day.

  • Pluffle – I don’t know what its made of, I don’t care!  It’s pure magical fun in a tube,  Pluffle sits on my desk at work and is the deconstructed stress ball I need in my life.
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Pluffle is so satisfying!

  • Crayola Take Note Highlighter Pens- Finally a dual ended pen and highlighter combo that writes smoothly.  Where has this pen been my entire school supply loving life? Each pen has 2 vibrant colors so you can write, plan or journal in style.

  • Hallmark is so much more than greeting cards. Their 2019 Holiday offerings cover a wide range of fandoms and interests. Pick your fandom and head over to Hallmark there is something for everyone from Star Wars to Snoopy.
  • Star Wars Death Star Calendar –

Hallmark DeathStar Calendar

Hallmark Harry Potter Tree Topper

Electronics and Video Games:

Nostalgia-

  • Tomagotchi-  The electronic pet of your childhood is back as a tiny keychain. Three tiny buttons are all you need to care for your pixelated pet.

  • Rubik’s Cage – Think you’ve got the puzzle solved? Think again!  This version requires you to get three of the same colors in a row but your opponents can twist and turn the cage on you.

Hopefully we have made your Holiday Gift Giving a little easier this year.  If you are stumped and don’t know what to get the nieces and nephews check out our Holiday Gift Guide For Kids Of All Ages.

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**Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links for your browsing convenience. I may have received some samples in order to facilitate reviews. I have seen, played with, or reviewed everything on this list and I would never recommend any item that I personally do not stand by.