Did you know the Wright Brothers’ path to flight started with a toy?

Do you know when the first airplane was flown, and where? Known as the pioneers of modern flight, the Wright Brothers were inventors from a young age. In fact, their road to being the first to launch a controlled, engine-powered airplane began with a toy from their dad. Read on for 18 cool facts about the Wright Brothers you might not already know. 

learning interesting facts about the Wright Brothers
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1. Yes, they were actually brothers. Wilbur Wright was born on April 16, 1867, and Orville Wright was born on August 19, 1871.

2. They decided who would fly first with a coin toss. Wilbur won the toss, but his first attempt failed. Orville went second and managed to fly for 12 seconds. 

3. Their mother, Sarah, was very mechanically inclined. Her own father was a carriage maker, and she spent a lot of time in his shop. She made her own appliances as well as toys for her children. The Wright brothers consulted their mother’s advice regularly as they designed their own machines.

4. In 1878, when Wilbur was 11 and Orville was 7, their father gave them a helicopter-like toy to share. It was based on an invention by Alphonse Pénaud and was made of paper, bamboo, and cork with a rubber band to twirl the motor. The brothers later said this toy was the beginning of an obsession with flying machines.

5. A little-known fact about the Wright Brothers was that neither brother ever married.

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6. In 1889, Orville and Wilbur started a newspaper printing business. In 1892 they opened up a bicycle repair shop. They designed their own bicycle with custom features like an oil-retaining wheel hub and coaster brakes, things still used today in modern bikes. 

7. One of the newspapers they printed, The Tattler, was for the African-American community in Dayton, Ohio.

8. The Wright Brothers made life-sized copies of their beloved helicopter toy with the intention of making an aircraft that would hold them both.

9. They also made gliders of increasing size, which they tested over several years and flights. These glider planes put to test theories about wing-warping. By twisting the wings in different directions, they began to see how an airplane could be controlled.

10. On Dec. 17, 1903, the brothers successfully launched the world’s first airplane. The Wright Flyer I. It was made of spruce and had propellers and a specially designed engine cast mainly from lightweight aluminum. It was the first controlled and powered flying machine that could fly with the weight of humans. From this design, the modern airplane was born.

ohn T. Daniels [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons

11. The Wright Flyer I cost about $1000 to make.

12. They tossed a coin to see who would fly first, and Orville won. 

13. The Wright Brothers only flew together once (though both piloted the planes individually): on May 25, 1910, they took a six-minute flight piloted by Orville with Wilbur as his passenger.

14. On that same day in May, Orville took his 82-year-old father, Milton, on a seven-minute flight. They flew at a height of about 350 feet.

15. The Wright Brothers established the world's first test flight facilities (which is now known as Wright Patterson Air Force Base) near Dayton, Ohio. 

16. One fact about the Wright brothers is that neither brother attended college or even obtained a high school diploma.

17. When Neil Armstrong took his world-famous trip to the moon, he had pieces of fabric from the 1903 flyer in his spacesuit

18. Ohio and North Carolina often battle over which state is truly the "birthplace of aviation."

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Whether you head to the Berkshires or spend the weekend in the Catskills, these cozy cabins provide a haven away from it all

The snow just started flying and as they say, “winter is coming,” which means it’s time to make a plan. Whether you want to hit the slopes of a nearby ski area, do the holidays in a deluxe chalet, or spend winter break outside the city, we found cozy cabin rentals where you and the family can escape, recharge, and have fun.

POCONOS

A Pet-friendly Poconos Chalet

Airbnb

Stylishly appointed with a retro vibe, the "Sedgwick Chalet" has five bedrooms. For $50 you can bring a pet. Note: there's an open staircase so may not be a fit for families with tiny kids. 

Sleeps: 10
Cost: $306/night
Online: airbnb.com

ULSTER COUNTY

An Ulster County Cottage with a Bonus Community Center

Airbnb

Part of Full Moon Resort in Big Indian, NY, "Birdsong Cottage" comes with use of the community center, where there's free coffee and tea, controlled campfires with s'mores, and more. You can bring your dog here, too. 

Sleeps: 5
Cost: $176/night
Online: airbnb.com

A Tiny House Near Beacon

Airbnb

Talk about cozy! If you've ever wanted to experience tiny house living, here's a chance! This cute trailer is in Marlboro, New York (about 20 minutes from Beacon, home to the museum Dia: Beacon). Somehow, it's got a king bed in there and wifi, too! (Not recommended for kids two and under.)

Sleeps: 4
Cost: $237/night
Online: airbnb.com

DUTCHESS COUNTY

An Upscale A Frame

airbnb upstate cabin
Airbnb

Built in 1968 but fully renovated in 2020/21, this deluxe Hudson Vally cabin has four bedrooms and 2 and a half baths. A glass facade lets you take in the winter landscape while keeping cozy watching the many streaming services or playing a game from the resident library. When you're up for an activity, hit one of the ski resorts in the area like Catamount or Butternut, both less than an hour away. 

Sleeps: 7
Cost: $490/night
Online: airbnb.com

COLUMBIA COUNTY

A Chic House in Hudson

Airbnb

Make yourself at home in this two-floor house with a double-sided fireplace, clawfoot tub and rain shower, lots of puzzles and games, and even a deck and fire pit. 

Sleeps: 4
Cost: $264/night
Online: airbnb.com

THE CATSKILLS

A Loaded Ski Lodge Near Hunter Mountain & Phoenicia

Airbnb

In addition to four bedrooms, two bathrooms and two fireplaces (!), this modern ski retreat offers speedy wifi, a record player, toys and games for the kids and amazing views. 

Sleeps: 8
Cost: $450/night
Online: airbnb.com

A Small Cottage For Bargain Hunters

Airbnb

It's petite, but so is the price. (One of the beds is a sofa bed.) Located in the Catskills, near Woodstock, New Paltz, and a short drive to Hunter Mountain. 

Sleeps: 3
Cost: $112/night
Online: airbnb.com

A Funky Carriage House Near Belleayre

Airbnb

Just a few minutes from the slopes this carriage house is on the site of a Methodist church from 1860. It sleeps six, has quirky decor touches, and a cozy wood stove. 

Sleeps: 6
Cost: $157/night
Online: airbnb.com

THE ADIRONDACKS

A Stylish Cabin Near Lake Placid

Airbnb

Head north for serious skiing and recharge in this modern cabin. Sleeps four comfortably (thanks to double bed bunks) and has a fire pit for apres ski hot chocolate. 

Sleeps: 4
Cost: $210/night
Online: airbnb.com

THE BERKSHIRES 

A Huge Berkshires Log Cabin with Hot a Tub

Airbnb

This sprawling "cabin" with tons of wood, a fireplace, and a hot tub can sleep nine. It's near ski areas like Catamount and Butternut, as well as Great Barrington, Lenox and the Appalachian Trail.  

Sleeps: 9
Cost: $355/night
Online: airbnb.com

FINGER LAKES

For a 19th Century Schoolhouse with Your Own Private Igloo

Airbnb

Situated in Finger Lakes wine country near Seneca Lake, this schoolhouse has a renovated, modern interior and a heated igloo for morning coffee or nighttime star-gazing. 

Sleeps: 4
Cost: $215/night
Online: airbnb.com

LONG ISLAND

A Chic Off-Season Escape

Airbnb

Yes, there is a lot of white in this former fisherman's cottage in Port Jefferson, but kids are welcome (and will likely enjoy the cozy bunk beds.) Chill out and enjoy the fireplace, deck, and motorized projector screen for movie nights. It sleeps six.

Sleeps: 6
Cost: $389/night
Online: airbnb.com

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Now that you’ve been to the Museum of Science and Industry and The Field so many times you could lead a tour, it’s time to earn a little extra credit. When you’re craving something new and culture’s on the menu, check out a super-secret museum that’s just a mini road trip away. We dug up goodies that are within an hour’s drive of Chicago. Scroll through to see them all, from a secret nature center to an auto museum with superhero appeal.

Transportation

Volo Auto Museum

Does your kid go crazy for cars? An hour northwest of Chicago, this wheel-tastic museum is a draw for car nuts of all ages. Famous movie cars from Fast & Furious 7, Batman Begins, Dark Knight and Dark Knight Rises, National Lampoon's Vacation and more. There are also plenty of coin kiddie rides for the youngest children in your group.

Open daily, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; 27582 Volo Village Rd., Volo; Online: volocars.com

Illinois Railway Museum

America’s largest railway museum is right here in Illinois and goes way beyond your everyday Metra train. Ride on a one-of-a-kind mainline train, hop aboard an old-fashioned trolley coach or take a loop in a vintage streetcar. Feel like you've seen some of these sights before? That’s because the museum has been the set for numerous transportation scenes in commercials and movies, including A League of Their Own. Perhaps the biggest attraction is the annual Day Out With Thomas. On select days in July, kids chug along on a 20-minute ride on Thomas the Tank Engine and enjoy music, magicians, clowns and a meeting with Sir Topham Hatt. Consider taking a special trip for Halloween or Christmas when the museum features holiday-themed train rides.

7000 Olson Rd., Union; Online: irm.org

Nature

Trailside Museum of Natural History

Established in 1931, the Hal Tyrrell Trailside Museum of Natural History is a small museum located in a historic mid-1870′s Victorian mansion. Kids will have the chance to meet live native animals, including owls, frogs, turtles and even a fox. Hands-on activities complement learning, and even toddlers will enjoy the easy animal-themed puzzles. Natural-surfaced hiking trails through the surrounding Forest Preserve are perfect for little hikers and wind through beautiful oak woodlands and along the Des Plaines River.

730 Thatcher Ave., River Forest; Online: fpdcc.com

Knock Knolls Nature Center

Tucked in a quiet residential neighborhood, this slice of nature gives visitors the chance to discover what life was like at the convergence of the East and West Branches of the DuPage River in the 1800s. You'll also get to know the local wildlife that call this corner of DuPage County home. Grab a treasure hunt sheet from the front desk and explore! The highlight is a 900-gallon freshwater fish tank filled with catfish, bass and other swimmers. You'll also track replica fossils in the floor, marvel at a living wall of plants and learn how a rainwater collection cistern works. The building sits in a 224-acre park laced with winding, forested trails and sits adjacent to a nature playground. 

320 Knoch Knolls Rd., Naperville; Online: napervilleparks.org

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum

The Tinker cottage, gardens and three-story Swiss-inspired barn was built by businessman Robert Tinker in 1865. Flash forward to today, when you can witness its beauty and get a dose of local history. The charming cottage and over-the-top gardens have become one of Rockford’s most popular attractions. The Victorian-era decor and unique architecture will satisfy the curiosity of the parents. As for the kids, they'll have a blast romping through the iris, rose and prairie gardens as the weather warms.

411 Kent St., Rockford; Online: tinkercottage.com

History

Isle a la Cache Museum

Learn about Illinois in the 18th century when our state was home to French voyageurs and native Potawatomi. Operated by the Forest Preserve of Will County on an island in the Des Plaines River, this recently renovated museum features many interactive exhibits and a Native American longhouse. At a recent museum event, children participated in traditional French and Woodland Indian games and storytelling. If you visit the island in the summer, your family will want to take part in one of many nature activities like fishing, kayaking, hiking and more.

501 E. Romeo Rd. (135th Street), east of Route 53, Romeoville; Online: reconnectwithnature.org

DuPage Country Historical Museum

Housed in a building gifted by John Quincy Adams in 1891, the former Adams Memorial Library is now a museum that contains countless artifacts and materials that document DuPage County. The HO Gauge Model Train is operated by the DuPage Society of Model Engineers the 3rd and 5th Saturday every month.

102 E. Wesley St., Wheaton; Online: dupagemuseum.org

Graue Mill and Museum

Since 1852, the Graue Mill has been grinding cornmeal, its waterwheel turning at the edge of the picturesque Salt Creek. Today, the Graue Mill Museum is dedicated to bridging past and present through living-history programs that illustrate daily life of the past, including milling, spinning and weaving demonstrations. While the museum is closed in the winter, the grounds of the mill are picture-perfect year-round. Kids will love throwing pebbles into the Salt Creek and watching sticks make their way down the beautiful falls that make the mill's gristmill go round.

3800 York Rd., Oakbrook; Online: grauemill.org

— Amy Bizzarri & Jenny Muslin

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You know what I love? Fancy pumpkins. But you know what I also love? Having enough money to keep the lights on at my house. So why on God’s green earth did it just cost me $147 to beautify my porch for fall? And that was just the pumpkins! That didn’t count any cornstalks or scarecrows or hay or mums or blow-up spiders. 

You know you can’t just buy one orange pumpkin for $4.99 like you could in 2008. Oh no. We need stacks of pumpkins. And pumpkins leaning on pumpkins. And pumpkins rolling down your steps like your front door just coughed them up. And bumpy pumpkins, green pumpkins, and tiny or ginormous ones. Some of those pumpkins are so big you couldn’t even roll them to the car—you’d literally pee your pants just lifting that bad boy into your trunk. You for sure wouldn’t carve it, because it would take until Thanksgiving to get all the seeds out. Holy moly. Forget Charlie Brown—these pumpkins are straight up bibbidi-boppidi-boo carriage material. 

There are white, booty-shaped pumpkins, flat pumpkins, and pumpkins named “fairy tale” that are apparently the most bougie pumpkins of all, coming in at $18.99. I mean, one of my small pumpkin stacks could have bought me a brand new bra. But oh no—I’ll go wearing my one bra and that bougie pumpkin stack will sit there until it melts into goo one day before Halloween. It’s a real wise investment. I’m definitely in the wrong profession if a pack of fancy pumpkin seeds is $5.49, which will grow a whole patch of pumpkins. I don’t know what that math is, but you’ll probably make a million dollars. 

Nevertheless, I love a fancy pumpkin, so it just is what it is. There’s no eating out this week, kids, just take your PB&J outside and admire the pumpkins. Happy fall and I hope y’all can get both pumpkins and gas in your car this week. Best of luck! 

Alana Smith is a nurse anesthetist and boy mom (7 and 2) in Birmingham, Alabama. She lives with her husband, kiddos, and boxer, Sam. She is a member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, and when she isn’t writing or chasing little humans, she can usually be found in the aisles of Target. 

There are lots of reasons to Airbnb it in Atlanta. Whether you’re planning a staycation, thinking about making a trip to Atlanta with your kiddos, or looking to outsource your best friend’s weekend visit with tots in tow, these family-friendly Airbnb’s are epic. From manse to mini, graceful to mod, we’ve picked our favorite crashpads in town. Keep reading for everything you need to know about our city’s best kept Airbnb secrets.

Secluded Intown Treehouse

This property is Airbnb's #1 most wish-listed property in the world, and is described as being the most relaxing, romantic, dreamy and unique place you'll ever stay. What could be better than falling asleep in the trees and waking up to birds singing around you—all within the city limits? Located near Northside Drive in Buckhead, visitors here will have easy access to the interstate, Buckhead and Midtown. 

Llama Luxury Cottage

Stay with the Dali Llama once at this Llama Luxury Cottage and you'll never book a traditional hotel stay again. Kids will love these gentle creatures (but take a spare shirt—llamas spit when mad), the on-site hens (and fresh, organic eggs), and the bamboo forrest. This quirky urban oasis is located only 20 minutes from the Georgia Aquarium, Atlanta Children's Museum, and Centennial Olympic Park in downtown Atlanta. 

Buckhead Carriage House

If Southern charm is what you're after, then this graceful Buckhead Carriage House is for you. Situated in the heart of Atlanta's in-town neighborhood known for its restaurants, shopping, and beautiful homes (also for the Legoland Discovery Center, Atlanta History Museum, and within striking distance to some of the city's prettiest parks and playgrounds), this beautiful abode with its own pool is perfect for families.

Teepee in the City

The Teepee is tucked in the corner of a unique property in East Atlanta that is shared with another Tepee, a Sovereign Airsteam, a Caravel Airstream, and a Dalton Camper—all rented out to other guests. It's high on the novelty list and certain to delight any adventure-loving littles, but isolated it is not. Families can use the fenced in backyard, complete with a garden, hammocks, hot tub, treehouse and zipline, and fire pit, and the owners live on-site with their two younger kids.

Midtown Modern and Miniature

This Tiny House packs a big punch when it comes to cleanliness, thoughtful design, and proximity to in-town's favorite hotspots near Piedmont Park and the Botanical Garden, the BeltLine, the Krog Street Market, the Atlanta Zoo, and more. The tucked-away bedroom and the enchanting loft space make this tiny house a big hit with your kiddos, and don't let the size scare you. This casa is located close to everything worth seeing and doing, so your couch time will be limited. But while you're there? Magic. 

—Shelley Massey

 

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It’s hard to keep up with all of LEGO’s cool new releases, but this one is definitely a showstopper. The group just released a vintage typewriter that’s sure to be a conversation piece in your home. It was designed by a LEGO fan and it’s a fantastic gift for the expert builder or wordsmith in your life.

The typewriter has all the functionality you’d expect, with a center typebar that rises each time a letter key is pressed, a carriage that moves as you type and a roller to feed in real paper. It also comes with a letter signed by Thomas Kirk Kristiansen, the chairman of the LEGO Group and fourth-generation member of the family privately owning the business.

 

 

The fan who pitched the idea, Steve Guinness, said “I wanted to create something totally different from anything that LEGO has ever done before and showcase that you really can make anything out of LEGO. I bought a vintage typewriter for my research and then played around with bricks and the mechanism until I was happy with the design. I hope it will bring nostalgia to adult fans like me, and wonder and curiosity to younger fans who might not have ever seen a real typewriter!”

You’ll be able to snag this set starting June 16 if you have LEGO VIP Early Access for $199, or July 1 as a member of the general public. It clocks in at 2,079 pieces for adult builders to construct. Write on!

––Sarah Shebek

 

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The holidays are on the way––how’s your wish list shopping going? To help parents find the hottest toys this year, shopDisney has revealed the 2020 Top 15 Holiday Toys list.

For the third year in a row, Disney is sharing the best holiday gifts for families and super fans and this year’s list includes inspiration from The Mandalorian, Marvel, Frozen 2 and more. You can already shop 13 out of all the top gifts, with two super hot toys releasing Oct. 26.

photo: shopDisney.com

So who made the list? You can check out the top toys below:

 

Arendelle Castle Play Set– $139.95

Buzz Lightyear, Woody and Toy Story Alien Interactive Talking Action Figures ($32.95 each)

Mickey Mouse House Play Set ($69.99)

Disney Animators’ 5″ Doll Set ($99.99)

Mack Friction Motor Hauler and Six Die Cast Cars Set ($79.99)

Disney Princess Cinderella Carriage *Includes 11″ Cinderella doll ($79.99)

Disney Princess Classic Doll Collection Gift Set – 11” ($129.99)

Beauty and the Beast ”Be Our Guest” Singing Tea Cart Play Set ($49.95)

Disney Frozen and Disney Frozen 2 Mega Figurine Set ($49.99)

Minnie Mouse Sweet Treats Stand Play Set ($79.99)

Star Wars: The Mandalorian Talking Action Figure ($32.99)

Vanellope with ”Comfy Princesses” Dolls Gift Set – Disney’s Ralph Breaks the Internet ($119.99)

Disney Animators’ Collection Littles Advent Calendar ($44.99)

Star Wars Exclusive Item – INFO TOP SECRET until October 26. 

Marvel Item – INFO TOP SECRET until October 26.

 

––Karly Wood

 

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Even if Halloween looks a little different this year, spooky season is still on! Sour Patch Kids is on a mission to save Halloween. If kids can’t go trick-or-treating to get candy this year, the Sour Patch Kids will bring the candy directly to them through a special reverse trick-or-treating experience. 

Sour Patch Kids Halloween

Sour Patch Kids is flipping trick-or-treating on its head by bringing “sweet-then-sour” mayhem straight to families’ doorsteps across America.

They’ll be bringing the Halloween mischief in two ways for fans nationwide to celebrate the spooky holiday in a safe way:

  • Contactless Candy Deliveries: On Halloween, the Kids will hit the road to 12 lucky cities across America to make special contactless deliveries of a Sour Patch Kids Halloween package including Sour Patch Kids Zombies candy and Sour Patch Kids branded toilet paper, because nothing screams Halloween like TPing your living room and wreaking some safe Halloween havoc indoors.
  • The Sour Patch Kids Jack O’Lantern Mobile: In one lucky city, the Kids will roll through the neighborhoods in a larger-than-life jack-o’-lantern mobile, shaped like the classic candy bucket. Hopping off their one-of-a-kind candy carriage, the Kids will personally bring Halloween tricks and treats right to families’ front doors, dropping the deliveries off contact-free while maintaining all proper safety measures.

Fans can suggest their city on Instagram (@sourpatchkids) for a chance to have the Kids come to them on Halloween.

—Jennifer Swartvagher

Featured photo: Sour Patch Kids 

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If you’ve ever wanted to rent a room inside of the Jersey Shore’s oldest and most iconic landmarks, here’s your chance. Guests will have a rare opprtunity to stay inside Lucy the Elephant on March 17, 18 or 19. The listing will go live on Airbnb’s website on March 5.

Lucy the Elephant

The interest in staying inside Lucy has been “tremendous” since the news was announced on Wednesday said Rich Helfant, executive director of the Save Lucy Committee.

“It’s not surprising,” said Helfant. “Lucy has graced the Shore for 138 years. As the oldest roadside attraction in America, she is the last of her kind, and older than both the Statue of Liberty and the Eiffel Tower.”

In honor of the length of Lucy’s time in Margate, the rentals are being offered at $138 per night. 

Lucy the Elephant

Don’t expect the deal to become a regular occurance, said Helfant “I’ll never say never, but we are only planning to make her available for these three nights for the time being.”

According to Lucy’s Airbnb profile, “I’ve seen a lot in my years watching over the Jersey coastline, and since I never forget (obviously, I’m an elephant), I’ve got plenty of stories to share with curious guests. As you step inside my walls (and up 25 steps), you’ll be transported back in time to the 1800s, where you will feel the Victorian Era come alive.”

Lucy the Elephant

Helfert reports that Lucy receives more than 130,000 visitors every year. “Lucy is a part of so many fond memories. Her charm, her size and her history capture the imagination.”

Lucy the Elephant

These days, Lucy has Wifi, but she doesn’t house an indoor bathroom, but there will be a private one available at the base for the guest’s personal use. The building, which has been taken care of by the Save Lucy Committee, features Victorian-era furniture and decor. Guests can climb the riding carriage on Lucy’s back for a 360-degree view of Margate and the surrounding area.

Lucy the Elephant

“House rules” include certain restrictions. No children or pets are allowed to stay over and guests are not permitted to smoke or host parties.

“One of the reasons why we were so excited to list Lucy on Airbnb was the opportunity to expand her access and reach, providing a new avenue to even more people to enjoy her. That said, we want to make sure we are primarily preserving her for tours, so that hundreds of thousands of visitors can see her all year long,” said Helfert.

Lucy the Elephant

Once the listing goes live, only those with a verified Airbnb profile can apply for the rental. Airbnb will make a donation to the Save Lucy Committee toward the landmark’s preservation.

—Jennifer Swartvagher

All photos courtesy of Airbnb

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Disney and shopDisney.com recently released its 2019 Top Holiday Toys. Not only can Disney’s toy guide give you gifting ideas, but it also makes shopping a one-stop experience. Simply visit shopDisney.com to fill your kiddo’s wish list. You can also find the top toys available in Disney store retail locations.

So what’s on Disney’s 2019 list? Check out the top 15 playtime picks!

Toy Story Woody Interactive Talking Action Figure

This interactive option ($32.95) is perfect for Toy Story fans. The action figure has plenty of from-the-film phrases and talks when he detects another Toy Story talking toy nearby.

Disney Animators' Collection Five-Inch Mini Doll Gift Set

This set includes 14 beloved characters ($99.95) for the animation enthusiast. There are plenty of Disney princesses for your film fanatic to spend the day engaged in magical play.

Minnie Pet Bath Set

With a real working sprayer, this pet bath set ($24.95) is perfect for playtime with pampered pet Fifi. 

Minnie Flower Cart

Make pretend play even more fun with this child-sized flower cart ($49.95) for trips to a make-believe market.

Classic Simba Plus

Lion King fans will adore this sweet plush toy ($19.95). With faux fur, this cuddly friend is sweet as can be.

Marvel Thanos Talking Action Figure

The Avengers action figure ($32.99) speaks 15 phrases—and that means hours of fun-filled play for your littles.

Cinderella and Carriage Deluxe Gift Play Set

Between Cinderella's carriage and the fairy tale star's classic ballgown, this set ($79.95) is pure Disney magic.

Mickey Kids Kitchen

Get ready to cook with Mickey's mini kitchen ($99.95). The set comes with a light-up stove, color-changing pizza and so much more. 

Cars Lightning McQueen Remote Control Vehicle

Lighting McQueen gets moving in this radio-controlled toy set ($19.95). Your kiddo can steer the Cars car with a sweet "steering wheel" handset.

Toy Story 4 Mega Figure Play Set

The Toy Story 4 Mega Figure Play Set ($44.95) includes 10 figures to recreate your kiddo's fave film scenes.

Ariel Tabletop Vanity Play Set

The Little Mermaid fans will love this clamshell vanity ($49.95). Open the shell and listen to special music and sound effects!

Disney Train and Playset Station by The LEGO Group

The Disney Train and Playset Station by The LEGO Group ($329.99) is a big ticket item your little one will love. Look for fave film characters such as Mickey, Minnie, Chip, Dale and more. 

Frozen 2 Arendelle Castle

The soon-to-be released Disney's Frozen 2 features favorite characters coming back to the big screen. Now your child can play out the best moments of the movie with this cool castle ($139.95).

Frozen 2 Anna and Elsa Doll Set

Celebrate Disney's Frozen 2 release with the beloved stars! This doll set ($34.95) includes all the clothing and accents Anna and Elsa need for fashionable fun. 

Star Wars: Rise of Skywalker Deluxe Figure Play Set–First Order

Your Star Wars fan can spend a day (or more) of play with the 10-figure set ($26.99). This Star Wars-themed selection includes Kylo Ren, a Sith Trooper and more. 

—Erica Loop

Photos: ShopDisney.com

 

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