Dream Toys

With Christmas fast approaching,  

the pressure is on to find 

beautiful, fun, educational toys. 

This year it's the first time 

the Toddler impatiently awaits Santa's visit; 

so double the pressure 

as I cannot let him down 

after all the stories he has heard 

about his new idol (the nice Papa-Noël). 

After spending hours (yes, hours) 

browsing Argos's online catalogue, 

here are my top three contenders 

for a place under our Christmas tree. 

The Thomas & Friends Railway Set

Having blissfully navigated through the boat-phase, 

the Toddler is now deep in the train-phase.  

He absolutely loves everything choo-choo, 

so this makes this railway starter set 

ideal for a Christmas present. 

I really like the wooden material 

and the simplicity of the design. 

Plus, Thomas trains are so cute. 

The Scooter

With a toddler seeking 

more and more independence, 

what would be better 

than a brand new, shiny scooter? 

I really like the fact that a scooter 

would help the Toddler gain more confidence 

and give him the independence he's craving for. 

Plus, all the kids at the park have one. 

The Disney Book Collection

Our son is a big bookworm. 

He adores books and will spend hours 

flipping through the pages 

and looking at the images.  

I really like this set. It has everything:  

five books with sounds, pop-ups, light-up images,  

(i.e. all the stuff toddlers find amazing), 

mini books (perfect for the car/pram) 

and a Mickey plush toy to hug.

Plus, it comes in a big box, 

which would look perfect under the tree.

The final dream toys 2013 list will be available here.

Thomas Railway Starter Set, ₤29.99 at argos.co.uk

Zinc Havoc Pro Scooter, ₤29.99 at argos.co.uk

Disney Mega Pack, ₤29.99 at argos.co.uk

Disclosure: This post was written in collaboration with Argos.