Holiday gift-buying pressure got you stressed out? Relax and let HNGN find you the perfect last-minute gift for everyone on your list: the gamer, the reader, the music lover, the movie lover, the techie, dad, mom, grandma and grandpa, babies, pets and kids.

FOR THE GAMER

NVIDIA SHIELD Tablet
$299.99

Forget about iPads and Kindles... the best tablet for the gamer in your life is the NVIDIA SHIELD Tablet. It can run android games, stream games via the company's Grid service and stream games from your personal computer. If those aren't enough reasons to gift it, "Half-Life 2: Episode One" is available for the tablet this week.

Cyber Gadget Scratch Guard Covers
$12
If you already own a PlayStation 4 and are satisfied with the games you have, set your console apart with Cyber Gadget’s Scratch Guard Covers. The accessory comes in four colors, all transparent, and shows off the guts of the hard drive to give the machine a sleek mechanical look.

Halo: The Master Chief Collection
$59.99
Halo is a big reason Microsoft's Xbox consoles have been so successful. To commemorate the series' impact on the company, and the video gaming world overall, this collection includes Master Chief's complete story, including re-mastered "Halo 2: Anniversary," "Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary," "Halo 3," "Halo 4," "Halo: Nightfall" and access to the "Halo 5: Guardians Beta." (Only for Xbox One)

Wii U GameCube Controller and Adapter
$19.99
Despite the advances in gaming hardware over the past decade, some people never fall out of love with the consoles they grew up playing. Luckily for Nintendo fans, the Wii U GameCube Controller and Adapter lets you plug in your GameCube controllers and use them on the company's newest console. Beware though – the adapter has been hard to find this holiday season.

Logitech G430 Surround Sound Gaming Headset
$79.99

This headset is perfect for late-night gaming sessions when you don’t want to wake up your significant other/roommate/parents by blasting the television. It gives you the feel of having an expensive surround sound system in your gaming room for a much more affordable price.

Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel
$39.99
If the gamer you are shopping for does not own one of the newer consoles, fear not. “Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel” is the newest installment in the wildly popular role-playing shooter series and is available on both Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3.

Super Smash Bros.
$59.99
Even if you grew up playing primarily Sony or Microsoft consoles, it’s hard to argue that Nintendo didn’t strike gold with the Super Smash Bros. series. The newest installment is out for Wii U and it proves that the series continues to have the best multiplayer party games. A cool new feature: users can fight as their own Mii characters… I still go with Samus every time though. (Only for Wii U)

FarCry 4
$59.99
The follow-up to one of the most acclaimed first-person shooters of the last generation is out. Instead of being on a tropical island like its predecessor, “FarCry4” take place in Kyrat, a country in the Himalayas. The world is equally as vast and beautiful as the other FarCry games though. (Available for Xbox One and PlayStation 4)

The Last of Us Remastered
$29.99

The Last of Us was praised heavily when it was released last summer, and rightfully so -- it is one of those once-in-a-generation masterpieces. Because there is no backwards compatibility on the PS4 (or the Xbox One for that matter, calm down fanboys/girls), Sony re-released "The Last of Us" for its newest console, and it is a great buy at the price. The remastered version runs in 1080p, includes higher resolution character models, improved shadows and lighting, upgraded textures and comes pre-loaded with DLC material such as the Left Behind single-player expansion chapter, the Abandoned Territories multiplayer map pack and the Reclaimed Territories map pack. (Only for PlayStation 4)

FOR THE READER

The Black Lizard Big Book of Locked-Room Mysteries
By Otto Penzler
$18.99 (Vintage) 

Touted as “the most complete collection of impossible crime stories ever assembled,” this collection features tales told by everyone from genre masters like Stephen King, Agatha Christie and Dashiell Hammett. Culled from more than 200 years of stories by Edgar Award-winning editor Otto Penzler, “The Black Lizard Book of Locked-Room Mysteries” includes appearances by “some of the cleverest characters in all of crime,” such as Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes, George Simenon’s Jules Maigret, Christie’s Hercule Poirot and Hammett’s Continential Op.

Leaving Time 
By Jodi Picoult 

$10.99 Kindle, $14 hardcover, $15.04 paperback (Random House Publishing Group)
New York Times bestselling author Jodi Picoult weaves the deeply emotional tale of Jenna Metcalf, a 13-year-old on a quest to find her mother, an elephant researcher who disappeared 10 years prior in a tragic accident at a sanctuary that cared for the animals. The novel tackles the mother-daughter relationship – both human and elephant.

Sous Chef: 24 Hours On The Line
By Michael Gibney

$15.81 hardcover, $12.68 paperback (Ballantine Books)
For the foodie or restaurant worker on your list, “Sous Chef: 24 Hours On The Line” is chef Michael Gibney’s rapid-fire, honest account of what goes on in an upscale New York City restaurant’s kitchen.

Underwater Puppies
By Seth Casteel

$13.90 (Little, Brown and Co.)
“Underwater Puppies,” the follow-up to “Underwater Dogs,” features 72 puppies, from six weeks to six months old, swimming underwater, and is sure to induce a cuteness overdose in whomever you gift it to. The book also helps promote pet adoption, as all of the featured puppies were provided by animal rescue organizations.

Gray Mountain
By John Grisham

$14.48 (Doubleday)

Got a Grisham fan on your list? If you can slyly discover if he or she has read the author’s latest legal thriller yet, “Gray Mountain,” this one’s a no-brainer. The book focuses on lawyer Samantha Kofer following the bankruptcy of Lehman Brothers, when she becomes an intern in Virginia’s coal mining country.

Redeployment
By Phil Klay

$16.17 hardcover, $12.97 paperback (Penguin Press HC)
The winner of the 2014 National Book Award, Phil Klay’s novel takes readers to the front lines of Iraq and Afghanistan and follows troops’ lives after they return home. Using fiction to probe greater truths, “Redeployment” is not a light read, but it would make a great gift for the right person on your list.

How Google Works
By Eric Schmidt and Jonathan Rosenberg

$13.99 (Grand Central Publishing)
In “How Google Works,” Google Executive Chairman Eric Schmidt and former Senior VP Jonathan Rosenberg share their insights on the changing landscape of the business and tech fields, as well as how they have gone about attracting employees whom they call “smart creatives.”

Kindle
$59

 

On sale for $59, now’s the time to pull the trigger on this e-reader, which features a 6-inch screen, can house thousands of books and has a battery that lasts a week on a single charge.

FOR THE MUSIC LOVER

Sennheiser HD 598 Over-Ear Headphones
$166.12
Listening doesn’t get much more luxurious than this. The Sennheiser HD 598 ’phones sound great, look great, thanks to high-gloss burl wood detail and a premium metal finish, and feel great, thanks to a leatherette headband and velour-lined ear cushions.

Famous Artist Bracelet
Prices vary

Give the music fan in your life the chance to wear actual guitar strings played by their favorite rockers with Wear Your Music’s Famous Artist bracelets. The list of guitarists who participated in the product include Brian May of Queen, Carlos Santana, David Grisman, Bryan Adams and Craig Morgan.

Ion Cassette Tape Player And Converter
$60.88
By now, everyone knows that vinyl records have made a comeback. But the ultra-cool kids know that it’s cassettes are the hot new trend. Impress the hipster on your gift list with the Ion Cassette Tape Player and Converter, which not only plays tapes but also lets you convert them to MP3. If you want to earn even more cool points, include a cassette by The Pixies or Of Montreal, two of several bands that have jumped on the cassette comeback and have recently released albums or singles on tape.

Seth MacFarlane: Holiday For Swing
$10.99 (Universal Republic)
“Family Guy” creator and crooner Seth MacFarlane recently released this album of holiday favorites, and he’s joined by special guests like Norah Jones and Sara Bareilles, the latter of whom duets with MacFarlane on “Baby, It’s Cold Outside.” MacFarlane worked with a 52-piece orchestra, which was recorded at the iconic Abbey Road Studios in London.

Danny Clinch: Still Moving
$32.72 (Harry Abrams)
One of rock music’s most in-demand photographers Danny Clinch has published this book of more than 200 photos. The tome spotlights a wide variety of famous performers letting their guard down for Clinch’s camera, like Eddie Vedder of Pearl Jam, Bruce Springsteen and The Black Keys.

Slayer Christmas Sweater
$89.99

What says “happy holidays” like Slayer, the trash metal legends behind delightful ditties like “Raining Blood?” It sounds ridiculous, and that’s probably the point, but the band has partnered with Toynk to reprise for 2014 the band’s, shall we say, unconventional Christmas sweater line. Perfect for the metalhead on your list!

Recycled Record Bookends
$40
Artist Jeff Davis handcrafts these bookends in Philadelphia, and because the records he uses vary, no two items are the same. The core material used, Trupan, is an environmentally friendly composite board made from recycled waste wood.

Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Speaker III
$299
This high-end speaker has a relatively high price, too, but why not splurge for someone in the “nice” column on your shopping list? Renowned speaker maker Bose calls the SoundLink III its “best-performing Bluetooth speaker” and boasts that “it plays louder and longer than its popular predecessor.”

Sufjan Stevens: Songs For Christmas
$18.63

Does the indie-rock listener on your shopping list have you stumped? For less than $20, you can give them chamber pop singer-songwriter Sufjan Stevens' 5-CD box set, "Songs For Christmas." The set is an outgrowth of Stevens' own gifting plan: in 2001 he recorded seven Christmas songs, called the mini-album "Noel Vol. 1," and gave it to friends and family. He kept the tradition going, and all five of his volumes are included here, as are a 42-page booklet with an original Christmas essay by novelist Rick Moody, two essays, a short story by Stevens, a holiday sticker, chord charts, lyrics, a comic strip, a family portrait poster, photos and access to an animated video.

FOR THE MOVIE LOVER

Netflix Membership
$8.99 per month
Most people hear Netflix and think television shows, but there are great movies on the streaming service amongst all the shows that you binge watch. As of November (titles get removed and added every month), there were 15 Best Picture Academy Award winners available to stream, including “Silence of the Lambs,” “Forrest Gump,” “Rain Man” and “Terms of Endearment.” Add in the great television shows available as well and it is the best $8.99 a month you will spend.

Mondo Movie Posters
Starting at $35

Every movie lover prides themselves on their DVD/Blu-ray collection, and most have a framed movie poster or two. Think outside of the box and check out the unique, hand-numbered movie posters available from Mondo. Only a limited number of posters are available every day (titles vary), but all are unique in design, whether it be a loud font or an out-of-the-ordinary color scheme.

Criterion Collection Gift Card
Starting at $10

No company is more prestigious to film aficionados than The Criterion Collection. Make your movie lover feel classy with a gift card to Criterion’s website, where they will have the option to purchase more than 330 Blu-rays and 650 DVDs titles, all of which include exclusive features only CC offer.

Citizen Kane (70th Anniversary Edition) Blu-ray
$12.96
It’s no secret that Citizen Kane is widely considered one of the best films ever made. Orson Welles’ groundbreaking movie is now available in complete digital restoration to mark its release 70 years ago. No movie collection is complete without this film.

Vintage Movie Reel Lamp
$430

If the movie lover on your list has a theater room in their home, this lamp is a must-buy. Made from an actual vintage Keystone K-108 8MM projector, this item expresses the true love of film.

Stanley Kubrick: The Masterpiece Collection
$143.79
Stanley Kubrick was behind some of the most renowned, innovative, controversial films of the past century. He is also a favorite of most movie lovers. A wide range of the director’s work is available in this collection, which includes “2001: A Space Odyssey,” “A Clockwork Orange” and “Eyes Wide Shut.”

AMC Theaters Gift Card
Starting at $25
It’s almost Oscars season! Get the movie lover in your life this simple gift so they can run out and see the films that are getting buzz before the Academy Award nominations are announced on Jan. 15.

Nostalgia Electrics Vintage Collection Kettle Popcorn Maker
$49

Get the movie theater experience at home with this vintage, stainless steel kettle popcorn maker. It holds up to 30 cups of popped popcorn, so it is adequate for when you invite guests over for movie night.

FOR THE TECHIE

Kohler Moxie Showerhead and Wireless Speaker
$108

The problem with existing shower speakers is remembering to bring them with you and figuring out where to put them once you’re in the shower. Kohler’s new device combines a wireless speaker with a showerhead that replaces your old one so the music is always where you need it – right above your head – for optimum listening and sing-alongs. It'll be a sure hit for the lucky recipient.

Logitech Bluetooth Multi-Device Keyboard K480
$50
True to its name, the Logitech Bluetooth Keyboard syncs with multiple devices – phones, pads and other portable devices – to make typing longer messages or full-blown documents easier. Give a loved one’s thumbs a break with the one keyboard that rules them all.

Dash
$69
Car enthusiasts and beginning drivers alike love the Dash, a simple monitoring device that evaluates the driver’s driving habits and the car’s performance. Just plug it in beneath the steering wheel, and the Dash’s Bluetooth connection will transmit valuable data to the giftee’s smartphone: everything from what dashboard warning lights mean to how much gas is being used. Think of it as a Fitbit for cars.

WakaWaka Power (Solar) Power Supply
$79
You can’t go wrong with giving someone this durable, water-resistant battery charger for multiple devices. Charge it via USB or use the built-in solar panel and they’ll have power to spare for multiple smartphones and digital devices. It’s perfect for the outdoor enthusiast, but the best thing is that the manufacturer donates one to a needy person for every one you buy.

Ravi Ratan’s Polished Silver WiFI and 2GB Flashdrive Combo Cufflinks
$250
Like something out of a James Bond film, this stylish polished silver cufflink set contains a hidden 2GB Flashdrive and a robust WiFi hotspot locator that can also be set up as a router. The lucky recipient of these cufflinks can go digital, but do it with stealth.

Seagate Backup Plus Slim
$99

For just $99 Seagate offers 2 terabytes of data storage (that’s 2,000GB) in a slick and easy-to-use design. It’s perfect for smartphone selfie addicts who want some backup storage at home, but it’s lightweight enough to take anywhere.

SmartThings Starter Kit
$321
The SmartThings’ Starter Kit allows users to have a smart home but without the high cost or the hassle of a retrofit installation. It comes with a WiFi connected hub, an open/closed sensor, a motion sensor, a location sensor and a connected plug. Put it all together and users can use deploy their smartphone to wirelessly and remotely turn on/off appliances, lights and more.

Newstyle Indoor LED Light-bulb and Bluetooth Speaker
$29.99
What could be more functional than an energy-saving LED light bulb that also doubles as a decent sounding speaker that integrates with all of your digital music-streaming devices? Not much, really, which is why they make such perfect gifts.

iRobot Braava 320 Floor Mopping Robot
$159

Someone on your list is going to love this little wonder that takes floor cleaning to a whole new level. The iRobot Braava 320 mops all-surfaces (vinyl, hardwood and laminate) quietly and effectively. A single charge gets you three hours of service.

FOR DAD

Kansas City Steak Company Top Sirloin Steaks and Baked Potatoes
$60

It may not be grilling season, but it’s never too early to plan ahead. This package from Kansas City Steak Company includes eight 5-ounce top sirloin steaks and eight 5-ounce twice-baked potatoes so it will save dad a couple of trips to the butcher come Memorial Day Weekend. The food is shipped with dry ice so you can put it straight in the freezer after Christmas morning.

Momentus Golf-Speed Whoosh
$69.99
A lot of dads out there love golf. This training mechanism uses a plastic ball to replicate the experience of actually hitting a real golf ball. It’s perfect to help him get practice in during the winter months when he isn’t hitting the links, and it’s proven to increase carry distance.

Baseball Fantasy Camp
Prices Vary
Help your dad live out his dream of playing for his favorite baseball team with a trip to his baseball fantasy camp. Every team in the MLB has a fantasy camp and multiple packages, but most take place during spring training. They give participants the opportunity to wear an authentic team jersey and take the field with fellow super fans and team legends.

You Can’t Make This Up: Miracles, Memories and the Perfect Marriage of Sports and Television
By Al Michaels

Paperback ($13.59), Kindle ($13.99), Hardcover ($20.29)
You know your dad still gets the chills every time he hears Al Michaels’ Miracle on Ice call from the 1980 Olympics. Michaels is still one of the most recognizable sports broadcasters in America. In his new autobiography he tells countless firsthand stories behind his legendary calls.

Crosley X UO Cruiser Briefcase Portable Vinyl Record player
$98

Everything old is new again. The vinyl revival is in full swing, so help dad put his record collection that is collecting dust in the attic to use with Crosley's portable player. Then listen to him go on about how much more expensive records are nowadays than they were in the '70s.

Pangea ProToast Elite
$39.99
His favorite football may not be headed to the playoffs, but help your dad show his off his fandom with these team toasters by Pangea. The toaster has a team logo on the front and imprints logos on bread. The toasters are available with every team emblem in the NFL.

American Whiskey, Bourbon & Rye: A Guide to the Nation’s Favorite Spirit by Clay Risen
$12.71
This brown liquor guide will help your dad become more knowledgeable about his favorite drink that he will be consuming all day on Christmas. The book highlights more than 200 whiskeys -- the good ones and the bad ones-- and gets into the history of the liquor.

Baseball Glove Oven Mitt
$14.95

Some dads’ love for cooking goes beyond the grill in the backyard. This oven mitt is perfect for the father who likes to treat his family to roasts and baked goods year-round. Just make sure he doesn’t bring it outside in the spring when you want to have a catch with him.

FOR MOM

Sleepover Knit Pajama
$39.50
There is no feeling comparable to slipping into cozy pajamas at the end of a long day. That’s why these sleepover knit pajamas make for a great present for a busy mother. They are light weight and are made of a blend of polyester, cotton and metallic threads. These pajamas also come with a matching eye mask to ensure she falls into a deep slumber at night.

Cake Divider
$13.99

At the end of a long party it’s not easy to perfectly cut the cake into equal pieces so everyone gets a taste. Give this cake divider to mom and she will be able to make sure everyone at the party gets an opportunity to taste her yummy dessert. Depending on how big the party is the divider can cut the cake into six, eight, 10 or 14 equal pieces.

Butterfly Puddler
$40
This is the perfect gift for the avid gardener. The Butterfly Puddler holds sand or rock salt, as well as a teaspoon of water. After the water evaporates (usually in less than a day) the minerals in the water will be left behind in the puddler, which attracts all of the neighborhood butterflies. The butterfly puddler takes a blooming garden and makes it even more beautiful with the groups of butterflies fluttering around.

Hire a Maid
Prices Vary
It’s even more stressful that usual to keep the house clean during the holidays, making a maid among the best presents to get a mother during the holidays. Molly Maid is a nationwide professional cleaning service where you could buy your mom a maid for any variation of time. Now mom can put down the vacuum and relax with the family without worrying about cleaning up after everyone!

Literary Scarves
$42

This is the perfect gift for mothers - or anyone for that matter - who love to read. The print circling this infinity scarf makes you want to flip through the pages of your favorite book. Try pairing this scarf with a gift card to a local bookstore or her favorite author's new book.

Umbra Aquala Bamboo and Chrome Bathtub Caddy
$99
Let mom wind down from the holidays by giving her this bathtub caddy with a built-in wine glass holder, book prop and soap dish. The arms can be adjusted to fit a variety of bathtub widths up to 37 inches. The bamboo is also sealed fully so it will not split or discolor while being exposed to so much moisture.

Aromatherapy Shower Kit
$20-$40
This sweet showerhead will transform her routine daily shower into a relaxing spa-like retreat. The aroma that extracts from the showerhead are made from 100-percent pure, USDA-certified organic essential oils, without any chemicals or additives, and each suits a specific need or mood. The blends come in three different flavors: breathe, passion and unwind.

Dinner of the Month
$75
Give mom the chance to skip out on making dinner once a month with this dinner of the month package from restaurants based in Italy and the U.S. One day a month the service sends a gourmet meal to the house for the whole family to enjoy, giving mom a break from cooking. The packages can be bought from three months to a whole year.

Mother Pendant Gift Box
$15.95

If you're looking for a gift to touch your mother's heart this necklace will do the trick. The zinc pendant says "Mother" in eight different languages. It also comes in a box so decorative that you won't even have to worry about wrapping!

FOR THE GRANDPARENTS

Blurb Photo Book
Prices vary
Grandparents love seeing photos of their grandkids. Even better, how about a book of personalized photos, professionally printed and bound? Create your own cover, page layout and choose from various paper styles at Blurb.com.

Your Childs Actual Artwork Keychain
$110

Grandkids’ art looks great on the fridge, but why not take things to the next level and let grandma or grandpa carry around their pride and joy’s artwork on a custom-made keychain? Available from Metalmorphis via Etsy.com.

Phillip Whitney Bronze Family Tree 20009
$29.99
This approximately 20-inch-high bronze family tree includes six photo frames, perfect for pictures of mom, dad and the kids and is sure to be prominently displayed in grandma and grandpa’s home. Additional frames are available for purchase.

I Love You Grandma
By Jillian Harker and Kristina Stephenson
$4.99 (Paragon Book)

This cute storybook tells the tale of Little Bear, who has a million questions for his loving grandmother. “I Love You Grandma” has become a popular gift given to the grandmothers of babies.

Welcome To Grandma’s Kitchen Sign
$14.99
Grandma’s proud of her kitchen -- especially when she’s feeding the grandkids. The vintage-style sign reads “Welcome to Grandma’s Kitchen, Daily Specials, Open 24 Hours, Home of Cold Milk & Warm Cookies” and has a leather cord hanger.

Gunmetal Skeleton Pocket Watch
$70
You can personalize this pocket watch with a photo and engraved message, making it a one-of-a-kind keepsake grandpa will carry with him at all times. Don’t let the word “skeleton” scare you off; it just means grandpa can see the inner workings of the watch’s gears when he opens the cover. Available at ThingsRemembered.com.

Stansport Bahamas Cotton Hammock
$29.99

Retirement is a time to relax, and what better place to take it easy than in a hammock? This hammock comes in red and blue and will make a perfect addition to grandma and grandpa’s backyard.

FOR BABY

Fisher-Price Little People Nativity Set - A Little People Christmas
$24.99

This toy is a holiday must for many parents because it allows you to start teaching your baby the meaning of Christmas at a young age. The baby will be able to play with the plastic Fisher-Price figurines while seeing and developing a relationship with Jesus in the manger and the three wise men among the others that are celebrated on Dec. 25.

LeapFrog My Pal Scout
$14.99
This LeapFrog toy is the perfect cuddly friend to give to your youngster this holiday. The stuffed animal can be personalized to learn your child’s favorite songs, colors and more, making learning interactive and fun. The adorable stuffed bear will easily become a favorite of your child. It’ll be your favorite, too, once you see how much fun your baby is having while learning!

Christmas Pajamas
$12
There’s nothing sweeter on Christmas morning than seeing your happy baby in Christmas footed pajamas. Take advantage of this while you’re still in control of what they wear and pick up your baby a new pair of Christmas pajamas. If you’re feeling hesitant about spending money on pajamas they will only wear for one month, consider getting a gender-neutral pair to pass on to your next baby when the time comes. (Santa pajamas never go out of style!)

Personalized Baby’s First Christmas Ornament
$12.70

Your baby probably won’t appreciate this one for a couple of years down the line, but it’s the perfect way to incorporate your new addition to the family on the Christmas tree. Customize the ornament with the baby’s picture, birthday, or even exact age, like in the example above. Your baby’s first Christmas is a moment that you will want to cherish forever – which you can do with this personalized ornament.

Musical Car Jojo Bump Bump by OUAPS
$91.61
There aren’t too many toys that are cooler to a kid than a remote control car, which is why this one designed for babies is a perfect holiday present. Recommended for babies 18 months and older, this bumper car automatically spins around in another direction if it crashes into something (such as the wall), making it easy to control at such a young age.

LEGO My First Zoo
$24.99
Nothing is more fun than the freedom to create anything in the world. Introduce your baby to the world of Legos this holiday and let him or her build a zoo with all of his or her favorite animals – giraffes, elephants, tigers, fish and bears. The blocks are big enough to fit nicely in babies’ hands, which will also help their motor skills.

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Toy, Wood Pull and Book
$21.58
This very hungry caterpillar toy will bring Eric Carle’s classic book “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” to life. Babies will love rolling this caterpillar around, especially after someone special reads the book to them. The toy is super durable and the string makes it easy for a tot to pull around.

Lamaze Early Development Toy, Marina the Mermaid
$13.99
This mermaid doll will make for the perfect holiday gift for a baby, as she is a teething ring, rattle, mirror and doll all in one. Babies will also fall in love with the mermaid’s wild hair strands and the crinkling sound of her shiny tail.

Melissa and Doug Kids Toys, Bead Maze
$29.99
The bright colors and swirling roller-coaster wires of this toy would make for a great holiday present for a 1-year-old. This simple toy will captivate young ones, keeping them entertained for a long while. As a parent this will quickly become one of your favorites too, as it will help your baby learn color and shape recognition and fine motor development.

Frog Life Puzzle
$20

This educational three-dimensional puzzle is a fun, educational holiday gift for a baby who is working on his or her hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills. As babies put the puzzle together they will get to know their amphibian friend, the frog. The big, bright pieces show a frog’s life cycle, allowing babies to get familiar with the process without even realizing they are learning!

FOR THE PET

Back to the Roots AquaFarm v2
$59.99

AquaFarm is the perfect gift for a fish or plant lover who wants a little help keeping them healthy. The goldfish swimming around in the tank produce waste that is used as nutrients by the plants. By taking the waste from the water, the plants are actually cleaning the water for the fish!

Go Pet Club Cat Tree
$98.99
Your cat will be purr-fectly happy with this 15-level cat tree with obstacles for climbing. The tree stands at 50x26x72 inches and is covered in a soft furry-like fabric (not carpeting). Multiple cats can climb on the tree at once and even sleep at the top or in cubby holes.

Star Trek Uniform Dog Collar
$9.95
If your pup was feeling left out from the Star Fleet at home you need to get him this Star Trek uniform collar for the holidays. It’s also super authentic with its rubber Delta charm and Star Trek logo patch. The collar is made of custom woven two-tone nylon webbing with reinforced stitching and has a durable plastic buckle with adjuster.

Outdoor Dog Chaise Lounger
$199.99

This lounge chair for dogs is the perfect way to let your furry friends hang out with you outside in the summer sun without overheating. The lounger is both waterproof and stylish, making it a great place for your pup to just kick back and relax. Although the summer seems ages away, the lounger can still be used in the meantime as an indoor spot to relax.

Fleecy Santa Dog Hats 
$20.45
Is there anything that says Merry Christmas louder than a dog in a fleece Santa Claus hat? We didn’t think so. The Santa hats come stuffed so they sit upright and an adjustable elastic chin strap to keep it in place when your pup is jolly and running around.

Cat Bow Tie Collar
$7.95
The only thing cuter than a dog in a Santa hat is a cat wearing a bowtie. Whether your cat is going to a black tie event or just wants to look spiffy around the house, this is the perfect collar to don. The collar has an infinite adjustment that makes it easy to size in fine increments to ensure a perfect fit.

Mother’s Comfort Heartbeat Pillow
$22.95
This is the perfect Christmas gift for a new dog parent. The 12-inch pillow provides the puppy with the feeling of a nearby heartbeat, warmth and feel. During the first nights the puppy is away from its parent they often feel lonely and stressed and have feelings of separation anxiety. This pillow will make both the new puppy and owner sleep better at night.

Christmas Treat Stockings For Pets
$2.95
Don’t forget to include your pet on Christmas morning! These tiny pet stockings are perfect for stuffing your animal’s favorite treats. The stockings are about 5-1/2 inches long and can be hung on a mantle among the family’s stockings or on the tree as an ornament.

KONG ZoomGroom for Cats
$4.95
This gift will be equally loved by cats and their owners. KONG ZoomGroom for Cats massages the cat while the rubber fingers act as a magnet for loose hairs, reducing hairball formation. Not only will this help make for a cleaner house, but it also is the perfect way to soothe and relax your cats when they are stressed (especially before dreaded veterinarian visits!)

Jungle Talk Talk 'N Play
A cell phone for your pet bird? Well, kind of. When the bird presses this toy, it plays four different phrases to encourage speech and assist in building vocabulary. It's suitable for small, medium and large birds, according to Jungle Talk, the manufacturer.

Mouse Cat Cave
$70

Sometimes cats – or small dogs – just want to hide. This fluffy cave with the face of a mouse gives your pet a place to burrow, play and nap. It’s handmade in Nepal with a blend of Tibetan and New Zealand wools. We still can’t guarantee this cave will stop your pet from burrowing in your freshly made bed, but it will be a fun place for them to retreat when you make them get down.

FOR THE KIDS

Ages 5-7

HEXBUG Crab
$11.95
This reactive toy crab is almost like the real thing. Clap or stomp, and the crustacean will turn around. Wave your hand in front of the critter, and it will change direction.

Totally Gross The Game
$15.49
This game engages kids with facts that will gross them out and make them laugh. But there's an ulterior, educational motive: it helps them learn scientific disciplines like biology, chemistry and zoology.

Educational Insights Geosafari Talking Microscope
$38.48
A perfect first microscope, the Geosafari Talking Microscope features a dial children can turn to hear descriptions of 12 pre-prepared slides. They can also use it to look at other items up close and learn about their composition.

Fun with Magnets
$18.99
With this kit, your child can do 14 experiments with magnets. It includes a bar magnet, ring magnets, magnetic balls, a compass, nuts, washers, rubber shapes, a magnetic wand and activity cards with experiment instructions and fascinating facts.

The Magic School Bus: Soaring into Flight
$13.16
This award-winning science kit gives children an opportunity to build a balloon-jet, experiment with parachutes, make a spinner soar, make paper "magically" rise and much more. The kit comes with everything they'll need, besides some common household items.

Ages 8-13

WowWee MiP Robot RC Robot
$95
MiP has a curious and responsive personality, which it expresses through motion, sounds and RGB LED eyes. The robot is able to navigate its surroundings, and can stop on a dime to turn thanks to dual-wheel balancing. MiP can even follow hand gestures and chase objects around.

Scrabble Electronic Catchphrase Game
$11.11
An electronic take on the classic board game, the Scrabble Electronic Catchphrase Game challenges you to come up with words then pass the game to the next player quickly enough that you're not left holding the bag. Players give their teammates clues so they can guess the word or phrase on the unit's screen - but no rhyming, first letters or parts of the word, or the other team gets a point.

The Settlers of Catan
$36.99
In this strategy game, players collect resources and use them to construct roads, settlements and cities on the way to winning the game. Because the board itself is variable, each gameplay is a bit different than the last one. The game is designed to keep three to four players engaged for up to 90 minutes of play.

Tapple - Fast Word Fun For Everyone

$24.99
Tapple is a fast-paced word game kids can play with the family. Players have 10 seconds to name a word matching a category, press the first letter of the word on the wheel, reset the timer and pass it along. Can't think of a word in time? You're out for the found.

Five Crowns
$9.47
A new card game, Five Crowns adds a new suit, Stars, to the usual Spades, Diamonds, Hearts and Clubs, giving players more options for arranging hands. Two to seven people can play.

Ages 14 and up



Cards Against Humanity
$25
The popular card game is "as despicable and awkward as you and your friends," according to the product description. Each round, a player asks a question from a Black Card, and the other players answer with their funniest White Card.

6 Axis Gyro RC Quadcopter with Camera RTF Mode 2
$70.85
This four-rotor helicopter has a plethora of features to enable precise positioning, stable flying, and easy operation. It's also equipped with camera transmitter with an LCD display.Walking Dead

The Best Defense Board Game
$30
In Walking Dead The Best Defense, players take on the roles of Rick, Glenn, Daryl, Michonne and more. The Survivors work together to defend four key locations - the prison, the town and the highway - from the Walkers. The reward for that work? You get to stay alive.

Magic: the Gathering - Khans of Tarkir Holiday Gift Box KTK
$16.29
The perfect gift for the Magic: The Gathering gamer, the Holiday Gift Box can hold more than 2,000 cards and includes four Khans of Tarkir booster packs, 20 Khans of Tarkir basic lands and an alternative-art Sultai Charm from the Khans of Tarkir set. Don't worry if all of that means nothing to you - it'll mean the world to someone on your gift list.

Wit's End Board Game

$26.99
A family-style board game, Wit's End is more than trivia. It's packed with riddles and brain teasers about history, pop culture and more. With 1,600 question and four play categories - Sequence, Wild Card, Teaser and Odd 1 Out - there are endless opportunities for mind-challenging fun.

(Reporting by Amanda Bernocco, Michael Q. Bullerdick, Michael Lello and Nicholas Parco. Editing by Michael Lello and Nicholas Parco.)