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"Dinosaur" book • Dan Kainen’s Photicular technology makes dinosaurs come to life in this stunning book filled with facts and moving images. $25.95 at Amazon.

Fortnite phone case • Yes, parents everywhere loathe Fortnite, the video game du jour. But kids love it, and they'll love these cool phone cases. $8.95 at Battle Royale Shop.

Pop Socket • These little buttons stick to the back of your phone and pop out to make it easier to hold. Buy one of their "Pop for Purpose" designs, and some of your money will also go to charity. $15.00 at Pop Socket.

Streetrod vintage convertible golf cart • You've never seen a golf cart like this before. The Streetrod Vintage Convertible Electric Golf Cart has a cooler under the hood and will surely be the coolest ride around. $17,999.99 at Costco.

Rollplay 6V Porsche 918 • What child wouldn't want to zoom around in a battery-powered Porsche 918? It goes 2½ mph, has an MP3 connector, working headlights, realistic engine sound and a horn. For kids up to 77 pounds. $199.99 at Amazon.com.

Selma's Dolls • This dolll company focuses on inclusion and acceptance.. Each doll also comes with a book, “First Day of School” which is a story about how Selma’s new friends she meets in her dream help her overcome her first day of school fears. The book also includes “conversation starters” so parents can talk to their kids about culture, religion and physical and mental disabilities without having to be experts. There are three dolls available. This is Annie, who has Down Syndrome. $39.99 at Selma's Dolls.

Neon chess pieces • Add some personality to the classic board game with these mix-and-match chess pieces, which come in eye-popping hues such as fuchsia, turquoise and indigo. $5.00 at Q Boutique, 4652 Maryland Avenue.

Pingy the penguin • Who can resist this round-bellied penguin who wibbles and wabbles but never loses his sweetly surprised expression? Pingy perks up any space but is especially wonderful in a child’s room, where he never turns down a hug. $435.00 at Centro, 4727 McPherson Avenue.

Rocky rocking horse • Give young cowboys and cowgirls an early start in the modern design aesthetic with this rich brown polyethylene rocking horse. Rocky wears a hemp rope around his neck and also comes in white or black. $1,316.00 at Centro, 4727 McPherson Avenue.

Flow rings • This modern take on the Slinky toy is a great stocking stuffer for kids, tweens or teens. Play with it at your desk to relieve stress or grab the hand of a partner and let it roll and flow up and down your arms. $7.99 at Amazon.

Sunflower kit • Teach kids to love gardening with this sunflower kit . Specially packaged in a canvas backpack, the kit contains sunflower seeds, organic soil, cotton gloves, a trowel and a recycled tea bag planter. $44.95 at Williams-Sonoma.

Button name tag • Label your gifts with a custom button you can design yourself. All types of sizes are available and prices vary depending on how many you buy and how many images you upload. The Cherokee Street location offers a special $5 price for walk-in customers. $5.00 at Buttonmakers.net, 2608 Cherokee Street, St. Louis.

Rock and Roll It Piano • The perfect gift for a young aspiring musician, this piano can roll up and travel anywhere. $60.00 at City Sprouts, 8807 Ladue Road.

Felt Pig Ballerina • Brighten up a kid's (or adult's) desk with this felt pig figurine. $15.00 at The Spotted Pig, 9218 Clayton Road.

Children’s storybook coasters • Whether you are a kid or just a kid at heart, these storybook coasters will take you back to your favorite childhood tales. Curl up with a beverage and a good book — maybe one that’s depicted on these locally made coasters. $4.00 at Afterwords Books, 441 East Vandalia Street, Edwardsville.

Edwardsville author’s books for children • Shop local, read local: It’s easy to do with nature-themed books for children by former teacher and Edwardsville resident Jennifer Ward. Her titles include “Feathers and Hair: What Animals Wear,” and her latest, “Mama Dug a Little Den,” but she has many others available. $17.99 at Afterwords Books, 441 East Vandalia Street, Edwardsville.

Big Bunny musical storyteller • This Big Bunny “edutainment” toy is a sweet multitasker for children up to 1 year old. It comes with a remote control and is preloaded with songs and rhymes, plus soothing white noises to lull your little one to sleep. Prefer your own music? It’s also a speaker that you can use to share a playlist. You can even record stories, so your baby can hear the voices of a mom, dad or grandma and grandpa. And did we mention it’s a nightlight, too? $74.99 at Happy Up, 6654-A Edwardsville Crossing Drive, Edwardsville.

Storybook onesies • Don’t just read to your children, let them wear your childhood favorites, too. These adorable onesies have colorful designs from storybook classics including “The Very Hungry Caterpillar,” “Curious George” and “The Poky Little Puppy.” $20.00 at Circa, 128 East Main Street, Belleville.

Kingdomino game • In this family game for ages 8 and up, players build a kingdom out of dominoes that feature fields, lakes and caves full of treasure. Built a kingdom with the most strategically placed crowns to win. $19.99 at Wizard's Wagon, 6388 Delmar Boulevard, University City.

"Stories for Boys Who Dare to be Different" • This book by Ben Brooks is full of colorful illustrations and short biographies of boys who grew up to be men who changed the world for the better: Harvey Milk, Bill Gates and environmental activist Swampy, just to name a few of the 76. $16.99 at Subterranean Books, 6275 Delmar Boulevard, University City.

Enamel deer pin • This adorable, enamel deer pin, by Austin-based LuxCups, gives a nod to vintage Disney and the Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer television classic. $10.00 at OSO: A Style Lab, 6321 Delmar Boulevard, University City.

Personalized wooden train • Perfect to decorate a child's room or as a toy, this wooden train set can be personalized with cars for each letter of the child's name. Five-piece set is shown, but additional letters are available for $3.95. $29.75 at Meant to Be, 111 Market Street, Kimmswick.

Personal LED string lights • Add a playful touch to any space by sliding these letter tiles to create a personal, lighted message. They are battery-operated, so no need for an outlet or extension cord. $12.99 at Saks Off 5th, 18521 Outlet Boulevard, No. 306, Chesterfield.

Graphic adventure book featuring the Magic House • "Neener, Neener, Neene"r by Paul Manchester is a new graphic adventure book featuring the Magic House and exclusively sold at the Magic House. $10.00 at The Magic House, 516 South Kirkwood Road.

Lolli and Pops Classic Ribbon Candy • A festive and favorite assortment of time-honored confections are packaged in a retro-looking box. $10.00 at Lolli & Pops, 29 West County Center, Des Peres.

Stink bombz • Indulge the lowbrow humorist in your life with a Stink Bomz, which each contain a "collectible fart friend" that make three unique fart noises and come with their own "silly smell." $9.99 at Tomy.

Maven Jax artisan-made cold process soap • No two batches of soap at Maven look alike, and an array of fun scents — such as Jax, the shop's classic fragrance for guys — means there's a soap for every body. They're handcrafted and made with plant "fats" (shea butter, coconut oil, rice bran oil and olive oil) instead of animal lard, and minimal packaging means little waste. (6.5 ounces) $9.00 at Maven Bath & Candle Co., 7290 Manchester Road, Maplewood.

Tiny Arcade Game • It's a mini version (about 4 1/2 inches tall) of the classic arcade game Galaga complete with a mini joystick. $24.99 at Amazon.

"Absolutely Everything!" • Subtitled "A History of Earth, Dinosaurs, Rulers, Robots and Other Things Too Numerous to Mention," this 352-page hardback volume by Christopher Lloyd will keep little ones (or curious grown-ups) busy for a while. It's filled with fun full-color illustrations, photographs and annotated graphics. $21.99 at The Book House.

Lörby USB charger • Now that so many of our electronics are jockeying for space at the electrical outlet, Ikea's Lörby USB charger can really come in handy. Just attach it with its magnet, self-adhesive tape or clamp, and plug in up to three devices. Its electrical cord is 6.2 feet long. Available in red, black, yellow or white. $12.99 at Ikea, 1 Ikea Way.

Holiday soap sampler • These nostalgic scents – bay rum, Douglas fir, snickerdoodle and peppermint – smell delicious and are made of all-natural ingredients that are gentle even on sensitive skin. KIND also gives a portion of its sales to Autism Speaks. $24.00 at KIND Soap, 20 Allen Avenue, Webster Groves.

Bar soap set • Buy this four-pack of assorted all-natural, lightly fragranced bar soaps, and Hand in Hand will give a bar and a month of clean water to a community in need in Haiti. $20.00 at Hand in Hand.

Vintage polyester shirt • Get your groove on with this vintage polyester shirt or another vintage find from this resale shop. Sales benefit the social services and childcare provided by the Guardian Angel Settlement Association. $5.00 at Angel Boutique Resale Shop, 2700 Cherokee Street, St. Louis.

Analog Watch Co. Watch • This sleek and minimalist watch not only is inspired by nature, but gives back to nature as well: For each watch sold, the company behind them plants a tree. $158.00 at The Spotted Pig, 9218 Clayton Road.

Compassion is Badass mug • Pump yourself up and show your family or office mates you don't mess around when it comes to being a decent, compassionate person. This mug supports Bravely, a St. Louis nonprofit run by women recovering from sexual exploitation and addiction. $10.00 at OSO: A Style Lab, 6321 Delmar Boulevard, University City.

Simply Zuri elephant necklace • Every Simply Zuri jewelry purchase gives back 5 percent of its profits to Kenya's Mara Lion Project.This simpl Ndovu African elephant design is sure to be a conversation piece. $48.99 at Sparrow + Mason, 6050 Second Street, Kimmswick.

Baydog Frisco Treat Pouch • This handy pouch attaches to a leash or belt to help you keep track of treats, poop bags and even a slimy tennis ball while you're walking the dog. Baydog is a veteran-owned company that gives a portion of its profits to Save A Vet and Warrior Dog Foundation. $19.99 at Airedale Antics, 7316 Manchester Road.

Amani elephant and giraffe ornaments • These colorful animal ornaments are made in Nairobi's Amani workshop, where women who have been abandoned or abused, along with their children, learn to sew, quilt, dye fabric and make handcrafted items. Proceeds from sales at Get the Word Out help pay for school fees, clean water and medical expenses for Kenyan orphans. $15.00 at Get the Word Out, 7405 Manchester Road.

Kazuri spiral clay bead bracelet • Artisans at Kazuri, a workshop in Nairobi, mold clay into beads that are then fired and turned into jewelry like these spiral bracelets. Proceeds from sales at Get the Word Out help pay for school fees, clean water and medical expenses for Kenyan orphans. $24.00 at Get the Word Out, 7405 Manchester Road.

Grizzly bear shaped cutting board • A wooden cutting board in shape of a grizzly also bears the St. Louis Zoo logo. Proceeds from all sales benefit animals and programs at the zoo. $24.00 at St. Louis Zoo Treetop Shop, One Government Drive.

Klean Kanteen Steel Straws • People all over the country are trying to cut down on plastic straw use. Join them with this four-pack of reusable steel straws, a good gift that will also let you feel good about yourself. $9.95 at Alpine Shop, 440 North Kirkwood Road, Kirkwood.

Pupcakes • They look like chocolate cupcakes, but they are made for dogs. Apple, pears and bananas give the Pupcakes a sweet taste. Ten percent of sales go to dog rescue groups. (Set of six.) $9.99 at Yadi's Yummies, 1251 Jungermann Road, St. Peters .

Q&A A Day five-year journal • If the idea of keeping a journal has always seemed out of reach, try this five-year diary. Each day prompts a different question so as to avoid “blank page syndrome” while simultaneously building five years' worth of memories and thoughts. $16.99 at Barnes & Noble.

Fortnite phone case • Yes, parents everywhere loathe Fortnite, the video game du jour. But kids love it, and they'll love these cool phone cases. $8.95 at Battle Royale Shop.

Mr. Rogers mug • Need a gift for your favorite neighbor? Give them all the good feelings with this “sweater-changing” mug. When you pour a hot drink, Mr. Rogers loses his blazer and slips on his signature cardigan. $12.95 at Left Bank Books, 399 North Euclid Avenue.

Smudge kit • Open the doors to 2019 with a fresher space thanks to this smudge kit. Palo Santo wood is believed to have healing powers, while sage is thought to have purifying qualities. An iridescent abalone shell serves as a bowl. Items can also be purchased separately. $18.00 at Divine Inspirations, 205 North Kirkwood Road, Kirkwood.

Holiday kitchen towels • The clean winter prints on these basket-weave cotton towels are festive for teachers, neighbors or as a hostess gifts. $5.95 at Cornucopia, 107 North Kirkwood Road, Kirkwood.

Charcoal facial soaps • These “lumps of coal” are practical but fun – perfect for a teen who wants to be pampered. The activated charcoal cleans pores while the lavender keeps skin feeling soft and fresh. $8.00 at KIND Soap, 20 Allen Avenue, Webster Groves.

Bacon lip balm • Let the bacon lovers in your life taste bacon on their lips any time they want with this tube of bacon-flavored lip balm. Bacon lip balm does not contain actual bacon, so it's great for vegetarians who may miss bacon. $2.95 at Archie McPhee.

Tea towel • "You Cook, I Will Drink Wine" tea towel is made designed by FR & Co. out of St. Charles. $10.00 at FR & Co., 341 South Main Street, St. Charles.

Hug-grrr coffee cup • The coffee drinker on your list will love this cute bear mug from Life is Good. $12.00 at Jake's on Main, 136 South Main Street, St. Charles.

Bergamot and ginger scented candle • Invite your friend, sister, or child's teacher to relax with this lidded jar candle from Mesa Home. The bergamot and ginger scent is clean and spicy. $12.00 at Mesa Home, 2619 Cherokee Street, St. Louis.

Beer bomber jacket • This beer bomber jacket from the St. Louis Hop Shop will keep your hand warm and your 22-ounce bottle of beer cool and cozy. $10.00 at St. Louis Hop Shop, 2600 Cherokee Street, St. Louis.

Handblown glass mug • Sip a cup of tea or coffee from this 10 ounce handblown glass mug from CHEMEX, which is shaped to echo the CHEMEX coffee maker. Teatopia also offers more than 80 loose leaf teas. $20.00 at Teatopia, 2606 Cherokee Street, St. Louis.

Dinosaur creamer • Add a bit of roar to your tea time with this adorable brontosaurus creamer. The shop also sells tiny pitchers in the shape of penguins, cats, elephants and cows, as well as loose leaf teas for customers to brew at home. $6.00 at Tea Rex, 2710 Cherokee Street, St. Louis.

Spinster Sisters soy lotion candles • Is it a candle or a lotion? Well, it’s both. Light these soy lotion candles, and as the oil melts, you can pour it onto your skin and massage it in for added moisture. An added bonus: They smell wonderful and are available in some favorite holiday scents, including cedar saffron, pumpkin pie and apple pie. $14.00 at Revival Boutique & Gifts, 101 East Vandalia Street, Edwardsville.

Whimsical lavatory mists • There’s nothing funny about nasty bathroom smells, right? Wrong. Put untimely odors in their place with Vladimir Pootin (red tea and jasmine) or Total Eclipse of the Fart (bright lilac and amber), just two of the silly scents you can buy in these lavatory mists. $12.00 at Revival Boutique & Gifts, 101 East Vandalia Street, Edwardsville.

Morse code necklaces • Telegraph your feelings in a more subtle way with these Morse code message necklaces. A series of 14-karat-gold-plated dots and dashes replace the letters to some sweet and inspiring words, including “loved” and “happy.” $15.00 at Revival Boutique & Gifts, 101 East Vandalia Street, Edwardsville.

Animal print sunglasses • Animal print? Glitter? Slight cat-eye shape? These funky sunglasses have it all. $10.00 at Cocktailz A Beauty Bar, 6150 Delmar Boulevard, University City.

Gold wristlet • This wristlet has enough pockets and room for your phone, credit cards, cash, lipsticks and powder. $15.00 at Cocktailz A Beauty Bar, 6150 Delmar Boulevard, University City.

Metallic infinity scarf • This infinity scarf accented with metallic threads is light enough to wear as a fashion piece and thick enough to wear for actual warmth. $17.00 at Cocktailz A Beauty Bar, 6150 Delmar Boulevard, University City.

Blackwing Pencil • Some claim the Blackwing pencil is the best writing utensil in the world, but we'll let you be the judge. It was first developed in 1930 and has been used by some legendary Grammy, Emmy, Pulitzer and Academy Award winners. Comes in a box of 12. $24.95 at OSO: A Style Lab, 6321 Delmar Boulevard, University City.

Lolli and Pops Classic Ribbon Candy • A festive and favorite assortment of time-honored confections are packaged in a retro-looking box. $10.00 at Lolli & Pops, 29 West County Center, Des Peres.

St. Louis flag socks • Wave your feet in the air and show your local pride with these St. Louis flag-inspired socks. They're made of 80 percent cotton, 17 percent Nylon and 3 percent Spandex, and they reach up to the middle of your calf. $12.95 at Stl-Style, 3159 Cherokee Street, St. Louis.

Ides of March pen and pencil holder • Pretend you're Brutus and stab Julius Caesar in the back with some pens and pencils. All from the comfort of your desk. $19.99 at Amazon.

Sriracha keychain • Do you know someone who likes to put Sriracha on everything? Then we have found the perfect gift with this keychain (just fill the bottle separately). $8.00 at Urban Outfitters, 1491 St. Louis Galleria Street, Richmond Heights.

Nalgene water bottle • Resistant to odors and stains, this durable, wide-mouth water bottle is perfect for outdoor sports or just for kicking the plastic habit. $11.84 at Amazon.

Pawscout pet tag • The waterproof Pawscout device attaches to a collar and allows your furry friend to be tracked with a free app that displays photos, contact info, vaccinations and medical issues. If your pet goes missing, nearby users will be alerted. Even better: There's no monthly fee. $19.99 at Airedale Antics, 7316 Manchester Road.

Larder & Cupboard Strawberry Lemon Verbena Perserves • Larder & Cupboard's Strawberry Lemon Verbena Preserves, housemade by store owner Cindy Higgerson, are delicious with toast, desserts, cocktails, cheese and more. But you don't have to take our word for it: The Good Food Foundation honored the preserves with one of its 2018 awards. $11.00 at Larder & Cupboard, 7310 Manchester Road, Maplewood.

Expedition Chocolate Co. chocolate bar • An indulgent chocolate bar (2.8 ounces) by St. Louis chocolatier Rick Jordan is made from cacao nibs aged in Rally Point Rye whiskey barrels from St. Louis-based StilL 630. A delicious local collaboration for the chocolate lover in your life. $10.00 at Larder & Cupboard, 7310 Manchester Road, Maplewood.

Roughneck Beard Batter • Help the whiskered guy on your list avoid resting itch face. The shea butter and hemp seed oil in Roughneck's natural, organic Beard Batter is formulated to replace lost moisture and prevent itching and dryness. A dime-size blob is all it takes. (2.6 ounces) $15.00 at Roughneck Beard Co., 7282 Manchester Road, Maplewood.

Maven License to Chill artisan-made cold process soap • A piece of natural sea sponge is nestled inside this bar of moisturizing soap, so in addition to being functional, it's also a work of art. Maven's handcrafted soaps are made with plant "fats" — shea butter, coconut oil, rice bran oil and olive oil — instead of animal lard, and minimal packaging means little waste. (6.5 ounces) $10.00 at Maven Bath & Candle Co., 7290 Manchester Road, Maplewood.

St. Louis-themed coasters • Enjoy a little local nostalgia while also protecting that tabletop from unsightly water rings. These printed coasters feature a variety of St. Louis-area locations, signs and memories. $12.50 at Intaglia Home & Garden, 7195 Manchester Road, Maplewood.

"The Golden Girls" Mad Libs • Gather your gal pals and fill the blanks in these short "Golden Girls"-themed stories with adjectives, nouns and other parts of speech. Best enjoyed with cheesecake. $4.99 at Amazon.

Jansjö USB lamp • It never hurts to have one of these bendy-armed LED lamps on hand. They're great for illuminating a hard-to-see computer keyboard or desktop, or even to light up a piece of art or home décor. $5.99 at Ikea, 1 Ikea Way.

Kiehl's Ultimate Strength Hand Salve • Winter can be so harsh on your hands. This Eucalyptus-scented lotion works absolute wonders to restore, revive and moisten hands that are painfully dried and cracked. It's not the sexiest gift, but it will be tremendously appreciated. $23.00 at Saks Fifth Avenue, 1 Frontenac Plaza Drive, Frontenac.

The Existential Coloring Book • Latch onto the coloring book trend for the existentialist in your life with this gift. Perfect for those post-holiday blues, this book combines impending worries of the future with the whimsy of adult coloring. $8.00 at Amazon.

Fortnite phone case • Yes, parents everywhere loathe Fortnite, the video game du jour. But kids love it, and they'll love these cool phone cases. $8.95 at Battle Royale Shop.

Joie Microwave Popcorn Popper • This microwave popcorn maker doesn't use any oil and serves up to four cups of popcorn, enough to get you through at least part of a Netflix binge. It's easier, healthier and cheaper than using microwave popcorn bags, and is small enough to store easily. $5.99 at The Container Store, 1769 South Brentwood Boulevard, Brentwood.

Twinkling Treasures ornament • This ornament features six blinking colored lights that last about 80 hours. $8.50 at All About Animals, 407 South Main Street, St. Charles.

Dog ceramic tile • "It's not drinking alone if the dog is home" 6-inch-by-6-inch ceramic tile. $7.95 at Canine Cookies N Cream Dog Bakery, 822 South Main Street, St. Charles.

Multipet cat toy • Your kitty will be mesmerized by the colorful feathers on this hand-held toy. Or the kitty will ignore it altogether. Cats, go figure. $6.99 at Petropolis, 16830 Chesterfield Airport Road, Chesterfield.

Beer Paws Beer for Dogs • Man's best friend can also be man's best drinking buddy. Beer Paws Beer for Dogs is a tasty blend of beef base, malt extract and vegetarian K9 glucosamine that can be added to your dog's food, freezed and enjoyed on a hot day or just lapped up from a bowl. (There's no alcohol in this "beer.") Single bottles contain 8 ounces. $6.99 at Airedale Antics, 7316 Manchester Road.

Old World Christmas Toy Drum Ornament • The toy drum is a classic symbol of the holidays. Add some color and childhood nostalgia to your tree. $8.99 at Campbell House Museum gift shop, 1508 Locust Street.

Printed wine hand towel • Rough day? Wine about it with these clever printed hand towels by Mud Pie. Assorted designs are available, and the woven cotton towels measure 26 inches by 16½ inches. $8.99 at Intaglia Home & Garden, 7195 Manchester Road, Maplewood.

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