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Gift No. 29: Color Me Play House

12/28/11 10:38

In today's day and age, toys are often all about technology. But sometimes there's no need to think outside the box.

Discovery Kids Cardboard Color Me Play House is about as simple as it gets -- and as good as it gets, at the same time. The nearly 5-foot-tall and 3-feetwide house includes four windows, two doors, a mailbox and chimney, just like a real house. It's white cardboard finish is just begging for some creativity; fortunately, one look at this larger-than-life playhouse and kids are just as anxious to customize it to their liking. Pull out some markers, paint and any other crafting materials, and let the kids go to town.

Enjoy hours of imaginative play from this super simple product with a super low price. Find it at most larger department stores, including Bed, Bath & Beyond, Target, Walmart, JC Penny and more, for $19.99 and up.

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