Holiday Gift Guide for 1 Year Olds

Gift ideas for your favorite 12 to 24 month olds

One year olds can be hard to shop for – especially if you’re a first time mom and you’re not sure what they would like or be appropriate for their age. In this gift guide for 1 year olds, you’ll find some of our favorite toys for little ones ages 12 to 24 months that our children loved for many years. You’re sure to find something perfect for your little one this Christmas!

One Little Small Holiday Gift Guide for 1 year olds

1 Year Old Gifts

Fisher-Price Little People Christmas Train

My mother-in-law bought our daughter this Little People Christmas Train from Fisher-Price, and both of our kids have fun playing with this toy. It’s the perfect, festive toy for a 1 year old – and expect for them to play with this train all year round.

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Melissa & Doug Poke-a-Dot Book:The Night Before Christmas

My daughter loves the Poke-a-Dot books from Melissa & Doug. It’s the one thing I can always count on to keep her occupied while we wait in the school pick-up line. This “Night Before Christmas” book would make a great gift for any little one.

Buy Christmas Poke-a-Dot Book on Amazon

Sesame Street Elmo’s On The Go Letters

This “on the go letters” learning case is a great way to help kids learn their letters and colors. I love that this case is easily portable – perfect for when you’re on the go visiting family during the holidays.

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LEGO DUPLO My First Number Train

LEGO Duplos are a childhood staple toy, and this number train set is the perfect first set to gift your one year old.

Buy LEGO DUPLO Set on Amazon

MEGA BLOKS Toddler Blocks

Another great toy for little builders are the MEGA BLOKS Toddler Blocks. They come in all different shapes and colors. My daughter really likes this set that she received for her first birthday.

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Fat Brain Toys SpinAgain Kids Stacking Toy

This toy consists of 6 different cogs that can be stacked on a screw-like stand. What I’m saying is – you put the cog on the stand and it goes around and around until it reaches the bottom. And it’s really fun and engaging for both little kids and adults.

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Melissa & Doug Pull-Back Vehicle Set of 4

Another toy that is much-loved in my house is this set of pull-back vehicles from Melissa & Doug. They’re soft, fun, and durable. We’ve had our set for 6 years, and they’re still in great shape.

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Green Toys Stacking Cups

This classic toy is a must-have for all kids – and it’s not very expensive! I like how this set is a big of an upgrade from our old set – the star shape is really fun! I also like how Green Toys are made from 100% recycled plastic milk jugs.

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Fisher-Price Smart Purse Learning Toy

My daughter received this toy purse for her first birthday, and she absolutely loves it! It sings super cute songs and is the perfect size for a one year old to carry around.

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ORWINE Musical Learning Workbench Toy

This workbench is part toy, part shape sorter. It plays music and makes real workshop sounds. It’s also small and easy to move around the house. This was one of my son’s favorite toys as a 1 year old!

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Little Tikes Rockin’ Puppy

The rocking horse from Little Tikes has gotten an upgrade to a new animal – a puppy! The rocking puppy comes in blue and pink.

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Kikidex Magnetic Drawing Board

This magnetic drawing board has been great for my little one. It’s easy to use, durable, and I like how the pen is attached to the board so it can’t be lost.

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Play Kitchen Sink Toy

This play kitchen sink toy is another hit in our house. It comes with color-changing dishes, a big variety of play food, and a working facet! We use ours a lot without the water too.

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Green Toys Dump Truck

This simple dump truck toy is a lot of fun for our kids. They often use it to transport other little toys from room to room. And it also comes in pink and purple.

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Indestructibles: Jingle Baby Book

Around age 1, my kids were not so gentle with books. I’ve spent a lot of time taping pages back together. I was so excited to find the Indestructibles books. They have tons of different stories to choose from, and they are definitely indestructible.

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Big Gifts for 1 Year Olds

Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Ultimate Playhouse

This Fisher-Price Ultimate Playhouse is the upgrade from the FP smart home my kids love. This toy has a ton of different interactive features that can be customized by level and language. It’s also built to easily sit in a corner of a room, taking up way less space than a traditional playhouse.

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Little Tikes Fairy Cozy Coupe

The classic Cozy Coupe from Little Tikes makes a great gift for any one year old. My daughter received this Fairy Cozy Coupe for her first birthday and absolutely loves it. It’s cute and whimsical, and something she plays with daily.

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Little Tikes T-Rex Dinosaur Cozy Coupe

If you’re in the market for a Cozy Coupe and dinos are more your jam, do not sleep on this adorable T-Rex Dinosaur Cozy Coupe from Little Tikes. If this was around when my dino-crazy son was little, we absolutely would have snagged one!

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Little Tikes Backyard Barbeque Get Out ‘N Grill

Play kitchens are a wonderful big gift for one year olds, but if you’re looking for something a bit different, check out this Little Tikes Backyard Barbeque Get Out ‘N Grill toy. It takes up less space than most toy kitchens, and you can move it to the backyard come springtime.

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Little Tikes Little Tikes 3-in-1 Sports Zone

I love that this toy gives your child the ability to explore 3 different sports in one set. The 3-in-1 Sports Zone has basketball, soccer and bowling features in an easy-to-use setup. And it also folds together for easy storage. We got ours 6 years ago and keep it in the garage, and it’s still going strong.

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Little Tikes First Slide (Foldable)

Our kids both loved their Little Tikes First Slide. But what I love about this one is that it’s foldable for easy storage. Our plan is to keep one inside this winter for the days where you just can’t leave the house.

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Pop-Up Ball Pit and Tunnel 5pc Set

During quarantine, I struggled with ways to help my high-energy kiddo blow off steam while stuck home indoors. This ball pit and tunnel set is perfect for us. It allows us to setup several different configurations and the whole thing folds down to the size of a large pizza.

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Foldable Ball Pit

For a smaller, but also storage-conscious, option, check out this foldable ball pit. We got one for our daughter last year. It’s big enough for both kids to play in, but takes up very little space when stored.

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Plastic Ball Pit Balls 400 Pack

This last gift is an accessory to the pop-up set above – but honestly, ball pit balls can be used in more than just a ball pit that it’s well worth the investment. This set has held up well for us – they’re durable and easy to clean, too!

Buy Ball Pit Balls on Amazon

Thank you for checking out my gift guide for 1 year olds. I hope you are able to find the perfect gift for your little one in this list of toys my children love so much.

If you enjoyed this gift guide for 1 year olds, make sure to check out my full collection of holiday gift ideas for kids, including a Gift Guide for Babies, Toddler Gift Guide, Preschooler Gift Guide, School-Aged Kids Gift Guide, Hanukkah Gift Guide and Stocking Stuffers Guide.

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Cincinnati Ice Skating Rinks

Where to hit the ice with your littles

Ice skating is such a fun and festive activity to enjoy during the holidays. Here’s a guide to all of the Cincinnati ice skating rinks opening this winter. So don your pom pom hat and strap on your skates, and get ready to hit the ice with your kids!

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Cincinnati Ice Skating Rinks 2025

Before you hit the ice this holiday season, here are a few things to note:

All of the places featured in the Cincinnati Ice Skating Rinks are all outdoor rinks, and therefore are subject to weather-related closures
The hours for most ice rinks vary by day of the week and calendar date – please double check an ice rink’s hours on their website before heading out
There are several places that had an ice rink last year that do not have one this year

UC Health Ice Rink at Elm Street Plaza

New location

The UC Health Ice Rink, presented by Fifth Third Bank, has a new home this year at Elm Street Plaza. The ice rink will be open November 1, 2025 through February 16, 2026. It is open daily (including on holidays), with Pre-Holiday, Holiday, and Post-Holiday hours listed on their website. Admission is walk-ups only – no reservations required!

Ice skating is $12 per person, and includes admission and ice skate rental. Children ages 5 and under are free with paid adult admission. Also, children under 55 inches tall must be accompanied by an adult at all times out on the ice.

Nearby parking information can be found on their website under the FAQ section.

Elm Street Plaza is located at 150 W. Fifth Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Rink at Summit Park presented by Medpace and Warm 98.5

The Ice Rink at Summit Park, presented by Medpace and Warm 98.5, opens November 15, 2025 through January 4, 2026. From November 15 to December 13, the rink is open Monday to Friday from 5:00pm to 8:00pm, with 2-hour sessions on Saturday and Sunday. Beginning December 14, the rink moves to daily 2-hour sessions. Check their website for holiday hours and special events.

Admission and ice skate rental is $7 per person. Tickets are only available at the rink. While there is no age range specified on their website, it does say that rental skate sizes range from junior size 8 to men’s size 14.

Summit Park is located at 4335 Glendale Milford Road, Blue Ash, OH 45242

Fifty West Ice Skating Rink

Ice skating at Fifty West Brewing is back this year – and now at both the Wooster Pike and Deerfields locations. The ice rinks are slated to open for the 2025-26 season the week of November 24, 2025, and are typically open through late February.

Enjoy the ice skating rink from 11:00am to 11:00pm Monday to Saturday, and from 11:00am to 9:00pm on Sunday. The cost of a 1-hour session and skate rental is $10 per person. Children ages 4 and under are free. You can book a slot online (coming soon). You can also rent curling lanes on weekend evenings.

Fifty West Wooster is located at 7605 Wooster Pike, Cincinnati, OH 45227

Fifty West Deerfield is located at 5224 District Park Drive, Mason, OH 45040

Reimagine Middletown Ice Rink

Enjoy ice skating in downtown Middletown during Very Merry Middletown (formerly Holiday Whopla). The ice rink will be open November 10, 2025 through January 11, 2026. Check their website for regular and holiday break hours. The ice rink is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Unlimited daily skate admission is $12 per person, and includes skate rental. Children ages 5 and under are free. There are several theme days with $6 admission if you dress the theme.

Very Merry Middletown is located at 39 N. Broad Street, Middletown, OH 45042

Snow Flake Lake Ice Skating at Kings Island’s WinterFest

Snow Flake Lake Ice Skating at Kings Island is open during WinterFest on select nights from November 28 to December 31, 2025. There are three 90-minute ice skating sessions per night during WinterFest. The rink is located on International Street.

The cost of an ice skating voucher starts at $17, and goes up depending on date and time of skate session. The voucher includes a 90 minute skating session and ice skate rental. This cost is in addition to park admission. You must purchase ice skating tickets in advance online. Also, you need to complete an online waiver before your ice skating session (it is linked under the ice skating FAQ section on their website).

After you purchase your ice skating tickets online, you will receive a voucher to bring to the park with you. To redeem your voucher, head to the Ice Skating Rental Booth located across from Tinker’s Spielzeug Haus (Festhaus) on the left-hand side of International Street. The park encourages guests to check in for ice skating 30 minutes prior to your session beginning to allow enough time to redeem your voucher and try on ice skates.

WinterFest at Kings Island is located at 6300 Kings Island Drive, Kings Island, OH 45034

If you enjoyed my guide on Cincinnati Ice Skating Rinks, make sure to check out my other Cincinnati holiday guides – Holiday Lights, Santa in Cincinnati, and Holiday Trains for all the holiday fun around the Queen City.

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Holiday Gift Guide for Babies

Gift ideas for your favorite 0 to 12 month olds

Looking for the perfect gift for baby’s first Christmas or Hanukkah? In this holiday gift guide for babies, you’ll find some of our favorite gifts for littles under 12 months old. I’ve included both toys and practical gifts too. Many of these items are things we loved with both of our kids as infants.

You’re sure to find something perfect for your baby’s first Christmas or Hanukkah!

One Little Small Holiday Gift Guide for babies

Gifts for Babies 0-12 Months

Skip Hop Follow-Me Bee Crawl Toy

One toy that came highly recommended to me from other moms with babies is the Skip Hop Follow-Me Bee Crawl Toy. This is such a fun toy for babies who are learning to crawl.

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GUND Flora The Bunny

My son loved his Flappy the Elephant, but ours is a bit past its prime. So I was thrilled to see that GUND makes other singing animals too. I thought Flora the Bunny was just adorable – and my daughter loved receiving it for her first Christmas.

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Wooden Rainbow Abacus by bopoobo

Bead maze and abacus toys are great for little hands to learn fine motor skills. But also, this will look really cute in the nursery until your little one ready to play with it.

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Baby Tissue Box Toy

I know this looks silly – a pretend tissue box, but it’s one of our most played with baby toys. Our daughter loves this tissue box toy. She will spend hours happily pulling out the fabric tissues over and over again. If you buy one toy for your baby this year, get this.

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The Peanutshell Tummy Time Water Play Mat

Tummy Time water play toys are also a popular gift for babies. I really like this Tummy Time Water Play Mat from The Peanutshell because it’s cute and fun, and a bit different from the typical under-the-sea theme you see for these toys.

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Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Baby Pretend Tv Remote Control

Both of my kids loved being in charge of the remote from the time they were teeny tiny. Fortunately for us, our youngest would usually settle for this toy TV remote from Fisher-Price. Most of the time at least!

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Bella Tunno Wonder Bib

The Bella Tunno Wonder Bibs are our favorite bibs for meal time. We got several years worth of use out of the bib we had for Ben, and now we use one at every meal for Savannah – it’s still in great shape after 2 years! Plus they are the cutest phrases on the bibs!

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Itzy Ritzy Silicone Teething Mitt

Our daughter was 4 months old at her first Christmas, and had just begun teething. I made sure to including the Itzy Ritzy Silicone Teething Mitt under the tree for her that year.

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Loulou Lollipop Silicone Taco Teether

The only way to make Taco Tuesday more fun with a teething baby is obviously this adorable teether. In addition to being super cute, it’s also super durable.

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Copper Pearl Baby Bandana Drool Bibs

Speaking of teething – and drooling – I also added some of my favorite Bandana bibs to Savannah’s first wish list. Copper Pearl Baby Bandana Drool Bibs come in a huge variety of prints and are incredibly durable and absorbent.

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Jellycat “If I were an Octopus” Touch & Feel Book

Touch and feel board books make wonderful gifts for babies of any age. But I think you’ll agree with me that this one is too cute to pass up.

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Jellycat Odell Octopus Stuffed Animal

The best stuffed animals are from Jellycat. They are incredibly soft and cuddly – and also extremely durable. Both of my kids’ lovies are from Jellycat.

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Big Gifts for Babies

Ingenuity Activity Gym & Play Mat

Activity gyms are a great toy for babies since they can be used for newborns and up. I like how this Ingenuity Activity Gym & Play Mat folds flat and is easily portable. Plus, it’s super cute!

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Fisher-Price Glow and Grow Kick & Play Piano Gym

If your baby does not enjoy their activity mat & play gym, chances are they’d like this version. The Fisher-Price Deluxe Kick & Play Piano Gym is super popular – especially when babies reach the stage when they love to kick. My daughter LOVED her kick & play piano!

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Fisher-Price Sit-Me-Up Floor Seat

I used our floor seat all the time after Savannah outgrew her bouncer. It’s easily portable, and was super convenient put her in when I’m folding laundry or washing dishes. I like how the Fisher-Price Sit-Me-Up Floor Seat has attachments for toys, but also folds flat for storage.

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Skip Hop Baby Activity Center

We got a ton of use out of our activity center when both our kids were babies. This Skip Hop Baby Activity Center is one of the most popular. It is designed to grow with your child through 3 different stages, so it’s well worth the investment.

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Fisher-Price Learn with Me Zebra Walker

Listen, I know this toy probably doesn’t match your aesthetic and you may also find the music it plays annoying – but your baby will love it. Even if they aren’t walking yet, they can still play with the interactive toys on the front. And it has staying power. We have this one as a hand-me-down from our nieces, and it still works, 6 years and oodles of kids later.

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Graco Doorway Bumper Jumper

One of our most-loved piece of baby gear has to be our doorway jumper. Both of our kids LOVED our doorway jumper – and would have jumped for hours if we let them. It’s easy to store and easy to clean – the seat easily comes off and is machine washable for when your baby projectile vomits in the middle of jumping.

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Thank you for checking out my gift guide for babies 0-12 months old. I hope you are able to find the perfect gift for your sweet baby’s first Christmas or Hanukkah in this list of toys and gear we have loved so much.

If you enjoyed this gift guide for babies, make sure to check out my full collection of holiday gift ideas for kids, including a One Year Old Gift Guide, Toddler Gift Guide, Preschooler Gift Guide, School-Aged Kids Gift Guide, Hanukkah Gift Guide and Stocking Stuffers Guide.

Hanukkah Gift Guide for Kids

Hanukkah-themed gifts for your little ones

Every year during Hanukkah, we love to include a Jewish or holiday-themed gift for one of the eight nights. My Hanukkah gift guide for kids includes our favorites from the Mensch on the Bench collection, awesome Hanukkah Magna-Tiles, a play pretend Hanukkah set, our most-read Hanukkah books, and more. These gifts are perfect for children ages 0-7.

One Little Small Hanukkah Gift Guide for Little Kids ages 0 to 7

Hanukkah Toys

The Mensch on a Bench

The Jewish answer to the Elf on the Shelf, sort of. This toy comes with a great message entwined with the story of Hanukkah – and comes with a line of friends that build upon the themes of the holiday. Oh, and did I mention this toy line was created by a Cincinnati local?

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Mitzvah Moose by Mensch on a Bench

Friend to the Mensch on a Bench, Mitzvah Moose tells a story about the importance of mitzvahs, or good deeds. The candles on his antlers light up, just as they do in the story.

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Dreidel Dog by Mensch on a Bench

Another furry friend in the Mensch on a Bench collection, Dreidel Dog is cute and cuddly, and has handy bandana to hold your dreidel.

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The Zebra from Zion by Mensch on a Bench

A newer member of the Mensch on a Bench tribe is the Zebra from Zion. This furry friend with a distinct zebra print comes with a story about living a Jewish life outside of a Jewish community.

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CreateOn Hanukkah Menorah Magna-Tiles Set

CreateOn puts out some amazing collections using Magna-Tile brand tiles, and their Hanukkah set is no exception. It’s really cool to see a Hanukkah set included in their holiday collection.

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Wooden Menorah Set

This wooden menorah set from The Dreidel Company is colorful and fun for little kids of all ages. This toy is the perfect gift for a day of play pretend – or eight!

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Wooden Dreidels

This dreidel is the perfect size for little hands to learn how to spin. I would recommend this toy for ages 3 and up.

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Craft-A-Dreidel

For a special Hanukkah activity, pick up this Craft-A-Dreidel kit. You’ll make so many new memories creating and playing dreidel together.

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Ella and Noah Celebrate Hanukkah: Sticker Activity Book

This sticker activity book is for kids preschool age to 10 has Hanukkah activities galore. I like how this activity book follows two siblings to teach kids about the story and holiday of Hanukkah.

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Hanukkah Mad Libs

My 7 year old and I have a blast doing Mad Libs together – and I think this Hanukkah Mad Libs is the perfect gift for my little kindergartener.

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Hanukkah Suncatcher Craft

This Hanukkah suncatcher craft set includes two suncatchers to paint, two suction cups and paint. It’s a fun, easy craft to do with your kids, and it will be fun to hang up year after year.

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Hanukkah Stamps

This set of Hanukkah stamps is great fun for kids of all ages, and can be used in a variety of craft projects too. We’ve had this set for 2 years and they still work great!

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Hanukkah Books

You can pick up some of our favorite Hanukkah books at your local bookstore or through the affiliate links below. We have been reading many of these books to our son since he was a baby, and we still enjoy reading them together as a family now that our daughter is here too.

Elmo’s Little Dreidel

By Naomi Kleinberg

Buy Elmo Book

Grover’s Eight Nights of Light

By Jodie Shepherd

Buy Grover Book

Happy Hanukkah, Curious George

By Margret and H. A. Rey

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Happy Hanukkah, Pout-Pout Fish

By Deborah Diesen

Buy Pout-Pout Fish Book

Clifford Celebrates Hanukkah

By Norman Bridwell

Buy Clifford Book

Biscuit’s Hanukkah

by Alyssa Capucilli

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My First Chanukah

by Tomie dePaola

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My First Jewish Baby Book

by Julie Merberg

Buy Jewish Baby Book

Hanukkah: The Festival of Lights

by Bonnie Bader

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Happy Hanukkah, Little Dreidel (Finger Puppet Board Book)

by Brick Puffinton

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Hanukkah Hamster

By Michelle Markel

Buy Hamster Book

Hanukkah Bear

by Eric A. Kimmel

Buy Bear Book

I hope this Hanukkah gift guide helps you find the perfect present gift for your little ones. Happy Hanukkah, friends!

If you enjoyed my Hanukkah gift guide, make sure to check out my full collection of holiday gift ideas for kids, including a Gift Guide for Babies, Gift Guide for One Year Olds, Toddler Gift Guide, Preschooler Gift Guide, School-Aged Kids Gift Guide, and Stocking Stuffers Guide.

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Stocking Stuffers for Little Kids

Gift ideas for stocking stuffers for little kids ages 0 to 8

Stocking stuffers for little kids don’t have to be extravagant or expensive. In my kids’ stockings, I like to include items like bath toys, travel toys, figurines, and every day items that are a little more special.

In this stocking stuffer gift guide, you’ll find stocking stuffer ideas that are perfect for little kids ages 0 to 8 that they’re sure to love.

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Stocking Stuffer Gifts

Boon Pipes Building Bath Tub Toy

Bath toys are a great, inexpensive stocking stuffer for this age group. My kids love this pipes bath toy from Boon. It’s provided hours of fun in the tub – plus it’s good for ages 12 months and up.

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Tub Works® Bath Color Fizzies

We recently purchased these Bath Color Fizzies to make bath time lots of fun – and I’ve been really impressed. They come with a big variety of colors, but don’t stain your tub. These would make a great stocking stuffer!

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MAPIXO Light-Up Floating Dinosaur Bath Toys Set

Glow stick baths can be fun, but if you’re looking for a reusable option, check out these light-up floating dinosaur bath toys. These dinos light up as soon as they hit the water, and turn off automatically as they dry out. We’ve had this set for over a year, and they’re still working great!

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Magnetic Fishing Bath Toy

Bath toys are usually my go-to for stocking stuffers, and this magnetic fishing bath toy is great for babies and toddlers. And honestly, both of my kids enjoy playing with this toy.

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Teether Tube, 6 Pack

Teething toys are a great stocking stuffer for babies. The most used teething toy in our house was this set of Teether Tubes. They are durable, easy to clean, and helped my baby a lot when she was teething. And they’re the perfect size to put in a stocking.

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Socub Silicone Baby Teether Toy Bracelets, 4 Pack

My daughter loves wearing bracelets from her toy sets, but most dress-up bracelet sets aren’t safe for kids under age 3. That’s why I like these silicone teething bracelets for her stocking – that way she can still play “dress up”, but I don’t have to worry when she chews on her bracelets.

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Fisher-Price Little People Farmer & Animals Figure Pack

For the littlest ones, you can’t go wrong with a pack of Little People figures from Fisher-Price. There are so many to chose from, and this is something your child will play with for years to come.

Buy Little People Set on Amazon

Disney Stitch Miniature Plush Figure 6pk

Another cute little figurine option are these miniature plush figures from Disney. Our daughter loves the movie Lilo & Stitch, so my husband grabbed these for her stocking.

Buy Stitch Mini Plush on Amazon

LEGO DUPLO Town Farm Animal Care

These small LEGO DUPLO sets are a fun addition to any stocking for a toddler or preschooler. These sets are inexpensive and typically include pieces you don’t find in the larger sets.

Buy LEGO DUPLO Farm Set on Amazon

LEGO Creator 3 in 1 Set

For the bigger kids, these LEGO Creator 3 in 1 sets are great because they are usually pretty small, but allow your kid to make 3 different creations with the pieces. We own several sets.

Buy Lego 3 in 1 Set on Amazon

Hot Wheels Toy Cars 10-Pack

Our son is big into Hot Wheels, so we grabbed one of these 10-packs of race cars for his stocking. It’s a great option for kids of all ages.

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Pokemon Cards

Our son already has a gazillion Pokemon cards, so what’s 50 more? He loves them, and he’s always excited to get new cards. Plus, they will fit perfectly in his stocking.

Buy Pokemon Cards on Amazon

BunMo Pop Tubes Sensory Toys

These sensory tubes are a lot of fun for little kids, and they’re perfect for on the go – making them ideal for holiday gifts.

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Colorful Fun Animal Reusable Silicone Drinking Straws for Kids

Stocking stuffers for kids at this age don’t need to be crazy or expensive. Every day items that are a little bit special make great gifts. These reusable silicone straws are colorful and feature cute animals – and conveniently fit easily into a stocking.

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The Original Slinky

Yes, this is a Slinky, just like when we were kids. Yes, it’s still a lot of fun. And yes, you will have to untangle it at least 3 times on Christmas morning – but it’s worth it.

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Cat Shape Sticky Notes

The one thing my kiddo is always grabbing off of my desk are my sticky notes! So this year my 6 year old is getting his own set of sticky notes in his stocking. There are oodles of fun sets out there – but I liked this set for our kitty-loving little guy.

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Mini Spiral Notebooks, 6 Pack

Mini notebooks were such a hit as our son’s birthday treat for his kindergarten class that I plan to pick up a few more to put in his stocking. These notepads are 3x5in and are the perfect size to fit in any stocking.

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Melissa & Doug Sunny Patch Giddy Buggy Flashlight

Rounding out our list of stocking stuffers is another every day item, but fun. This flashlight from Melissa & Doug looks like a colorful lightning bug and is durable enough to survive being dropped repeatedly from a toddler bed. My son loved this flashlight as a toddler, and we got the pink one this year for our daughter.

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Thank you for checking out my gift guide for stocking stuffers for little kids ages 0 to 7. I hope you are able to find the perfect gift for your little one’s stockings.

If you enjoyed this gift guide, make sure to check out my full collection of holiday gift ideas for kids, including a Gift Guide for Babies, Gift Guide for One Year Olds, Toddler Gift Guide, Preschooler Gift Guide, School-Aged Kids Gift Guide and Hanukkah Gift Guide.

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Holiday Gift Guide for Kids 2026

A guide to our favorite gifts for kids ages 0 to 8

Stumped on what to get your little ones for Christmas and Hanukkah this year and need a gift guide? I’ve put together a of gift guide for kids ages 0 to 8 years old, plus a Hanukkah gift guide and a guide to stocking stuffers for kids. Check out my collection of gift guides below!

One Little Small Gift Guides

Use the banners below to navigate to each gift guide. The guides are broken down into: Hanukkah Gifts, Gifts for Babies (0-12 months), Gifts for 1 Year Olds (12-24 months), Toddler Gifts (for ages 2-3), Preschooler Gifts (for ages 4-5), School-Aged Kids Gifts (for ages 6-8), and Stocking Stuffers.

Everything included in the guides are items we own or have asked for as gifts – or are similar to those items if the originals are no longer available. I hope this collection of gift ideas helps you find the perfect present for your little one.

Hanukkah Gift Guide for Kids

The Hanukkah Gift Guide includes holiday-themed toys and books for children ages 0-6.

Gift Guide for Babies 0-12 Months

The Holiday Gift Guide for Babies includes our favorite toys, books and baby gear for ages 0 to 12 months old.

Gift Guide for One Year Olds

The Holiday Gift Guide for One Year Olds showcases our favorite toys for children ages 12 months to 24 months.

Gift Guide for Toddlers

The Holiday Gift Guide for Toddlers highlights our favorite toys for children ages 2 to 3. Many of these toys are still well loved in our home.

Christmas Gift Guide for Preschoolers

The Holiday Gift Guide for Preschoolers features our favorite toys for 4 to 5 year olds. Everything on this gift guide for preschoolers are toys that we own or are similar to things we loved when our son was 4 and 5 years old.

One Little Small Holiday Gift Guide for Kids ages 4 to 5

Christmas Gift Guide for School-Aged Kids

The Holiday Gift Guide for School-Aged Kids features our favorite toys for 6 to 8 year olds. We own many of these toys or have asked for these toys as gifts this year for our 7 year old.

One Little Small Gift Guide for School-Aged Kids ages 6 to 8

Stocking Stuffers for Little Kids

The Stocking Stuffer Guide for Little Kids features our favorite stocking stuffers for kids ages 0 to 7.

Thank you for checking out my collection of holiday gift guides for kids. I hope each gift guide for kids was helpful in your holiday shopping. Have a wonderful Christmas and Hanukkah celebrating with your little ones.

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Cincinnati Kid Friendly Halloween Events

For a scary good time with your little boos

Looking for some no-so-spooky fun with your little goblins this fall? Check out my list of Cincinnati kid friendly Halloween events in 2025. From events with candy to Halloween performances to spooky hikes – there’s something fun for everyone, but nothing too scary!

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Cincinnati Kid Friendly Halloween Events 2025

Cincinnati Kid-Friendly Halloween Events 2025

Spooky Summit Cinema: Beetlejuice Beetlejuice – October 10

Head to Summit Park for a spooky outdoor movie – the Spooky Summit Cinema will be showing Beetlejuice Beetlejuice on Friday, October 10, 2025 at 8pm.

Summit Park is located at 4335 Glendale Milford Road, Blue Ash, OH 45242

Boos & Brews – October 10

The City of Independence KY is throwing a Boos & Brews bash at Memorial Park on Friday, October 10, 2025 from 6pm to 10pm. There will be trick or treating, games, haunted trail, and more.

Memorial Park is located at 2001 Jack Woods Parkway Independence, KY 41051

Boo Fest 2025 at Chamberlin Park – October 10 & 11

Boo Fest 2025 will be held on Friday, October 10, 2025 & Saturday, October 11, 2025 from 6pm to 9:30pm at Chamberlin Park in Deer Park. This year’s Boo Fest includes a costume parade at 6:30pm, treats, games, prizes, pumpkin decorating and more. Enjoy a walk through the spooky trail for $2 per person – free pumpkin for kids to decorate included in cost.

Chamberlin Park is located at 7640 Plainfield Road, Deer Park, OH 45236

WRTS Halloween Party – October 12

We Rock The Spectrum Kid’s Gym Cincinnati will be hosting a Trick-or-Treat Halloween Party on Sunday, October 12, 2025 from 12pm to 2pm. The WRTS Halloween Party will have sensory fun, treats, and prizes. Costumes are welcome, but not required.

We Rock The Spectrum Kid’s Gym Cincinnati is located at 4060 E Galbraith Rd Unit 17, Cincinnati, OH 45236

Hocus Pocus Family Fun Festival – October 12

Middletown’s Hocus Pocus Family Fun Festival 2025 takes place on Sunday, October 12, 2025 from 2pm to 7pm by the Windamere. This free event includes food, fun, shows, local vendors, a creepy car show, and ends with a screening of Hocus Pocus at the Sorg Opera House.

The Windamere is located at 12 S. Main Street, Middletown, OH 45044

Magical Forest Halloween Hike at Caldwell Nature Preserve – October 17

Magical Forest Halloween Hike: An Enchanted Family Adventure will take place on Friday, October 17, 2025 from 6pm to 8pm at at Caldwell Nature Preserve. Enjoy a walk through the pumpkin-lit woods meeting different characters. This outdoors event is not scary, and is designed for ages 3 to 10 years old.

Tickets are $8 per person ages 3 and older. Register online.

Caldwell Nature Preserve is located at 430 W North Bend Road, Cincinnati, OH 45216

Jack-O-Lantern Hike at Caldwell Nature Preserve – October 18

Jack-O-Lantern Hike – A Magic Forest Halloween Event will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 7pm to 9pm at at Caldwell Nature Preserve. This event is a moonlight walk through the woods decorated with Jack-O-Lanterns and luminaries. The cost is $5 per person for ages 3 and up. Prior registration is required.

This is a family-friendly event, but would be best for kids who enjoy hiking, being outside in the dark, and don’t get crabby staying up past bedtime.

Caldwell Nature Preserve is located at 430 W North Bend Road, Cincinnati, OH 45216

Wandering Monsters Brewery Halloween Party – October 18

Wandering Monsters Brewery will be throwing a Halloween party on Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 11am to 11pm. There will be a bounce house, face paint, and trick or treat beers.

Wandering Monsters Brewery is located at 8251 Beechmont Ave Unit A, Cincinnati, OH 45255

Halloween Carnival + Movie in the Park at Erlanger Train Depot Park – October 18

City of Erlanger KY is throwing a Halloween Carnival and Movie in the Park night on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 5:30pm at Erlanger Train Depot Park. Enjoy carnival games before the movie begins at 7:15pm. Please bring your own chairs and blankets for the movie. The city is also collecting non-perishable goods for donation.

Erlanger Train Depot Park is located at 3313 Crescent Ave, Erlanger, KY 41018

Halloweekend at Kid Clubhouse – October 18 & 25

Kid Clubhouse will be holding their annual Halloweekend event on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at the Mason location and on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at the Springboro location. The party runs from 4:00pm to 9:00pm, with a 2 hour time limit. There will be games, a not-very-haunted maze, prizes, crafts, and lots of candy. Tickets are $15 for kids 12 and under, and can be purchased at the front desk.

Kid Clubhouse is located at 865 W. Central Avenue, Springboro, OH 45066

Kid Clubhouse Mason is located at 3187 Western Row Road #109, Maineville, OH 45039

Spooky Sunday at Presidents Park – October 19

The City of Edgewood, KY is throwing Spooky Sunday at Presidents Park on Sunday, October 19, 2025 at 4pm. There will be a costume parade, magic show, candy, and more.

Presidents Park is located at 283 Dudley Pike, Fort Mitchell, KY 41017

Halloween on the Green in Fairfield – October 23

The City of Fairfield will host Halloween on the Green, a trick-or-treat event on Thursday, October 23, 2025 from 6pm to 8pm at Village Green Park. Please wear your costume and bring a trick-or-treat bag.

Village Green Park is located at 301 Wessel Drive, Fairfield, OH 45014

Pumpkin Glow at Caesars Ford Park – October 23-25

Pumpkin Glow at Caesars Ford Park will be open from 6:30pm to 9:30pm on Thursday, October 23, Friday, October 24, and Saturday, October 25, 2025. The trails of Caesar Ford Park will be decorated with hand-painted pumpkins that glow with black light. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own black light flashlight, but there will be some available to borrow.

Caesar Ford Park is located at 520 South Stringtown Road, Xenia, OH 45385

Pumpkin Walk at Tower Park – October 24

Fort Thomas will hold its annual Pumpkin Walk at Tower Park on Friday, October 24, 2025 from 6pm to 9pm. This family-friendly event includes a walk through the park, which will be decorated with pumpkins, light features, photo ops, and more.

Tower Park is located at 900 S. Ft. Thomas Avenue, Ft. Thomas, KY 41075

Little Sprouts: Pumpkin Painting & Trick-or-Treating – October 25

White Oaks Gardens is holding a Little Sprouts: Pumpkin Painting & Trick-or-Treating event on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 10am. Kids can decorate a pumpkin and enjoy a trick-or-treat adventure. Tickets are $12 and can be purchased online.

White Oak Gardens is located at 3579 Blue Rock Road, Cincinnati, OH 45247

Halloween Family Movie Night at Sharonville’s Depot Square – October 25

Sharonville’s Depot Square will be hosting a Halloween Family Movie Night on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 6:30pm. Bring your own blanket and chairs, and enjoy treats and hot chocolate from Smore Fun Food Truck. A showing of It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown! will begin at 7:30pm.

Depot Square is located at 3327 Creek Road, Cincinnati, OH 45241

Kids Spooky Boo Bash at Springdale Community Center – October 25

City of Springdale is having their Kids Spooky Boo Bash on Saturday, October 25, 2025 from 2:00pm to 3:30pm at the Springdale Community Center. Activities include a costume contest, haunted room tours, Halloween games, activities, and treats. This event is for ages 10 and under.

Springdale Community Center is located at 11999 Lawnview Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45246

Halloween Walk in the Woods at Blue Ash Nature Park – October 25

Halloween Walk in the Woods will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025 from noon to 3pm at Blue Ash Nature Park. This free event includes trick or treating, a Halloween story, performances, and more. Costumes are encouraged but not mandatory.

Blue Ash Nature Park is located at 4433 Cooper Road, Blue Ash, OH 45242

HalloWest at Mt. Airy Forest – October 25

HalloWest will take place on Saturday, October 25, 2025 from 12pm to 4pm at Maple Ridge Lodge in Mt. Airy Forest. The festivities include costume contest, games, bounce house, live music, and more.

Maple Ridge Lodge in Mt. Airy Forest is located at 3990 Maple Ridge Road, Cincinnati, OH 45248

Howl-O-Ween Hootenanny at ArtsConnect – October 25

Howl-O-Ween Hootenanny will held on the ArtsConnect front lawn in Springfield Township on Saturday, October 25, 2025 from noon to 3pm. This free Halloween event includes trick or treating, scavenger hunt, hay maze, and more. Plus a Halloween pet costume contest at 2pm.

ArtsConnect is located at 9158 Winton Road, Cincinnati, OH 45231

Monster Mash at Liberty Center – October 25

Monster Mash will take place on Saturday, October 25, 2025 from 3pm to 6pm at Liberty Center. This event is free, and includes trick-or-treating, spooky animal exhibit, crafts, and more.

Liberty Center is located at 7100 Foundry Row, Liberty Township, OH 45069

Pumpkin Carving at Fifty West Deerfield – October 25

Fifty West Deerfield will have a Pumpkin Carving event on Saturday, October 25, 2025 from noon to 3pm. Tickets are $10 and include one pumpkin, one pumpkin carving kit, and one regular fry. Tickets can be purchased online, but walk-ups will be welcome as supplies last.

Fifty West Deerfield is located at 5224 District Park Drive, Mason, OH 45040

Halloween Hoopla at BCM – October 26

The Behringer-Crawford Museum will host its annual Halloween Hoopla on Sunday, October 26, 2025 from 1pm to 3pm. Families can enjoy trick-or-treat stations, crafts, and a special puppet performance.

Behringer-Crawford Museum is located at 1600 Montague Road, Covington, KY 41011

On-Going Cincinnati Kid-Friendly Halloween Events

Tricks and Treats Fall Fest at Kings Island

Tricks and Treats Fall Fest at Kings Island is open on Saturdays and Sundays beginning September 21 through November 2, 2025. This event runs during the day, while the scary Halloween Haunt event is open at night. During Tricks and Treats, there are fall activities and entertainment, trick-or-treating (kids are encouraged to dress up!), festive foods and drinks, and more. Select rides are open during this time.

Kings Island is located at 6300 Kings Island Drive, Kings Island, OH 45034

Howl-O-Ween at Great Wolf Lodge

Howl-O-Ween at Great Wolf Lodge runs September 25 through October 31, 2025. Spooky activities included in your stay are the Monster Bash Dance Party, Trick-Or-Treat Trail, Howl-O-Ween Crafts, and more.

Great Wolf Lodge is located at 2501 Great Wolf Drive, Mason OH 45040

Haunted Village at Heritage Village Museum

Haunted Village at Heritage Village Museum is open Fridays and Saturdays beginning October 10 through October 25, 2025. The village and woods are decorated for a spooky good time. Activities include a creepy critter zoo, face painting, games, balloon art, and more. Everyone is encouraged to dress up. Tickets can be purchased online.

This event is a bit scary and spooky, and may be best for kids a bit older.

Heritage Village Museum is located inside Sharon Woods at 11500 Lebanon Road, Sharonville, OH 45241

Jack O’Lantern Glow and HallZooween at the Cincinnati Zoo

Jack O’Lantern Glow is a ticketed exhibit at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden. It is not included with zoo admission – you must purchase separate tickets to this event, even if you are a zoo member. Timed-entry tickets must be purchased online ahead of time. Jack O’Lantern Glow runs during evening hours on select dates in October.

HallZooween at the Cincinnati Zoo runs weekends from noon to 5pm beginning October 11 through October 26, 2025. This event is included with zoo admission. During HallZooween you’ll find trick or treat stations, special animal enrichment, Hide & Seek Fiona, and more. Plus, the train and carousel have been decorated for some spooky fun!

The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is located at 3400 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45220

Underwater Pumpkin GLOW at Newport Aquarium

For an indoor attraction, check out Newport Aquarium’s Underwater Pumpkin Glow. Giant glowing pumpkins are displayed throughout the exhibits from September 19 through November 2, 2025. This attraction is included with membership or admission.

Newport Aquarium is located at 1 Levee Way, Newport, KY 41071

ColorFall at Perfect North Slopes

ColorFall at Perfect North Slopes runs October 10 to November 8, 2025. This immersive experience includes light displays and illuminated jack o’lanterns around 1-mile path. Sunday to Thursday are driving nights, while walking nights will be Friday and Saturday.

On driving nights, ColorFall is open from 7pm to 9:30pm. The cost is $9 for adults and $4.50 for kids. On walking nights, ColorFall is open from 6pm to 9:30pm. The cost is $18 for adults, and $9 for kids. Hayrides are only available on walking nights, and the cost of chair ride lifts is included in ticket price.

Perfect North Slopes is located at 19074 Perfect Lane, Lawrenceburg, IN 47025

Boo Fest at the Y

Each of the 9 family branches of YMCA of Greater Cincinnati will be holding a Boo Fest during the month of October 2025. Head to their website for details on each location’s Boo Fest.

CRC Haunted Trails

Cincinnati Recreation Commission’s Haunted Trails return on October 10 through October 31, 2025. Check their Haunted Trail schedule for dates, times, and locations.

Hope you have a howl-ing good time checking out these Cincinnati kid friendly Halloween events! And for more kid-friendly fun this autumn in Cincinnati, check out my guide of local Cincinnati pumpkin patches.

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Cincinnati Shaded Playgrounds

There are several playgrounds around Cincinnati with at least partial shade to help keep you cool during the summer months. Not all of them have total coverage, but the playgrounds in this list have enough shade for kids to be able to play without being directly in the sun the entire time. Here are some of our favorite Cincinnati shaded playgrounds.

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Cincinnati Shaded Playgrounds

Land of Make Believe Park in Lunken Playfield at 4740 Playfield Lane, Cincinnati, OH 45226

Blue Ash Nature Park in Blue Ash at 4337 Cooper Road, Blue Ash, OH 45242

Dogwood Park in Mariemont at 3706 Pleasant Street, Cincinnati, OH 45227

Sellman Park in Madeira at 6700 Marvin Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45243

Oakley Playground in Oakley at 3900 Paxton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45209

Alms Park in Columbia-Tusculum at 710 Tusculum Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45226

Eden Park Playground in Mt Adams at Lake Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Ault Park Playground in Hyde Park at 3515 Heekin Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45208

Highfield Discovery Garden in Glenwood Gardens in Woodlawn at 10397 Springfield Pike, Cincinnati, OH 45215

Pine Hill Lakes Park in Mason at 211 Kings Mills Road, Mason, OH 45040

Schappacher Park in Deerfield Township at 4686 Old Irwin Simpson Road, Mason, OH 45040

Fernbank Park in Sayler Park at 50 Thornton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45233

Julifs Park in Anderson Township at 8249 Clough Pike, Cincinnati, OH 45244

Armco Park in Lebanon at 1223 OH-741, Lebanon, OH 45036

Bicentennial Commons in Monroe at 250 Jerry Couch Blvd, Liberty Township, OH 45044

Dulle Park in Montgomery at 10530 Deerfield Road, Montgomery, OH 45242

Crescent Park in Wyoming at 340 Crescent Ave, Wyoming, OH 45215

Veteran’s Memorial Park in Wilder, KY at 110 South Street, Wilder, KY 41071

Looking for more ideas of fun things to do around Cincinnati? Check out my playground reviews and my splash pad guide for endless summer fun!

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Pool Day Gear Guide

Splish Splash – Here’s what you need to make pool day a blast

Finding that you’re not quite as prepared for a fun day at the pool with the kids? Here are all of our favorite things to have the best pool day. If you would like to shop directly on Amazon, head to the One Little Small storefront and check out the Pool Day Gear list.

One Little Small Blog Pool Day Gear Guide

For the Momma

FURTALK Sun Straw Hat

A Sun Hat

This year I decided to upgrade from the baseball hat I never remembered to grab to an actual sun hat. I really like this one because it is UPF 50 and has a wide brim to fully shade my face from the sun. I’ve found that it’s durable and stays on my head.

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Swimsuit Cover Up

Another pool day item I upgrade this year was my swimsuit cover up. Gone are the old t-shirt and ratty shorts from high school. And in their place is this lovely, breezy, button-down swimsuit cover up shirt. It comes in a huge selection of colors and runs true to size (although size up if you’re expecting this summer).

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Beach Bag

There are tons of options for a great pool (or beach bag) out there. I like how this one is a good size and has tons of pockets – including a built-in wet compartment for your swimsuits.

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Lucazzi Extra Large Utility Tote Bag

Multipurpose Utility Bag

I opted to use a multipurpose utility bag for our pool bag this year. It holds several oversized towels, our lunch bag, change of clothes, and puddle jumper. It’s so nice to have everything fit in one bag.

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For the Kiddos

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Child Life Best

Because our son is still working on his swimming skills, we opted a flotation device while swimming at the community pool. As always, you should make the best decision for your family based on your needs. This is what we used for our son when he was a toddler.

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Swim Vest

This is the flotation device we used at the pool after my oldest outgrew the life vest. Again, please make the best decision for your family when purchasing.

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Stack & Pour Buckets

My mom picked these up for the pool last summer, and even though they are a bath toy, they’ve been a hit at the pool for all ages.

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Water Blaster Toys

These water blaster toys are so much fun to use at the pool – or even in your own backyard. And they’re simple enough for a toddler to use too.

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Sun Protection

Mineral Sunscreen

I had a difficult time finding mineral sunscreen to use on my kids that I wasn’t allergic to. But this is the second summer we are using this brand, and we’ve been very happy with it so far!

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Craft Ink Blending Brushes

The best summer parenting hack by far is using these blending brushes to put on sunscreen. I purchased a brush from a friend, and liked it so much I bought a whole pack to keep one handy at all times.

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Baby Sun Hat

Baby girl isn’t here quite yet, but she’s ready for a day at the pool with this adorable sun hat. I like that it provides sun protection and comes in a huge variety of colors.

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To shop directly on Amazon, head to the One Little Small storefront and check out the Pool Day Gear list.

Looking for a spot to cool down with all your new pool day gear? Head over to my list of all the Cincinnati Splash Pads!

Thank you for checking out my pool day gear guide! Hope you have the best summer day now that you’re all set for some fun in the sun – and pool!

Updated June 2025

Cincinnati Mini Golf

Places to Putt Putt your heart out around Cincy

Mini golf is one of our family’s favorite past times – and there are many spots to putt putt around town. Here are all the best indoor and outdoor places for Cincinnati mini golf.

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Outdoor Cincinnati Mini Golf Spots

Many of the outdoor Cincinnati mini golf spots are open year round – but some are only open seasonally, so check before you and your putter head out!

The Acres in Evendale at 9941 Reading Road, Cincinnati, OH 45241
https://acrescincinnati.com/

Oakley Greens in Oakley at 3065 Vandercar Way, Cincinnati, OH 45209
https://www.oakleygreens.com/oakleygreens

General Custers in Western Hills at 3325 Westbourne Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45248
http://www.generalcusters.com/

Young’s Jersey Dairy in Yellow Springs at 6880 Springfield Xenia Road, Yellow Springs, OH 45387
https://youngsdairy.com/udders-putters/

Little Miami Golf Center in Newtown at 3811 Newtown Road, Cincinnati, OH 45244
https://www.greatparks.org/recreation/golf/little-miami-golf-center

Putt-Putt Fun Center in Erlanger, KY at 3143 Dixie Highway, Erlanger, KY 41018
https://puttputt.com/erlanger-ky/

Eagle Tee Golf Center in West Chester at 9200 Cincinnati Dayton Road, West Chester, OH 45069
https://eagletee.com/miniature-golf-cincinnati/

Fairfield Fun Center in Fairfield at 6400 Dixie Highway, Fairfield, OH 45014
https://www.milesofgolf.com/cincinnati-entertainment

Indoor Cincinnati Mini Golf Spots

If inside sports are more your speed, check out one of these indoor Cincinnati mini golf spots.

Par3 at Newport on the Levee in Newport, KY at 1 Levee Wy, Newport, KY 41071
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Par 3/4 Magical Mini-Golf at THE WEB Extreme Entertainment in West Chester at 7172 Cincinnati Dayton Rd, West Chester, OH 45069
https://funattheweb.com/mini-golf-cincinnati

Blacklight Mini-Golf at Scene 75 Cincinnati in Milford at 876 OH-28, Milford, OH 45150
https://www.scene75.com/cincinnati/indoor-activities/mini-golf-cincinnati/

GlowGolf in Eastgate Mall at 4601 Eastgate Blvd, Cincinnati, OH 45245
https://www.opryglowgolf.com/locations/cincinnati-ohio-eastgate-mall-nlcz3-en47c

Scallywag Tag Mini Golf in Western Hills at 5055 Glencrossing Way, Cincinnati, OH 45238
https://www.scallywagtag.com/putt-putt

Puzzle & Putt Oxford in Oxford at 110 S Locust Street, Unit B-D, Oxford, OH 45056
https://www.puzzleandputtoxford.com/

Thank you for checking out my Cincinnati Mini Golf guide. I hope you find the perfect place to putt putt. For more outdoor fun, head to my outdoor attractions posts.

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Updated June 2025