It’s the first of December and you’ve already had your fill of “Jingle Bell Rock.” So this year try old school hits not on heavy rotation.
Abracadabra
Put a spell on everyone with a Schylling Magic Garden Crystal Growing Set (The Toy Shop, 716 North Third Street; 267-687-3673) that sprouts a colorful landscape in just a few hours.
What a Feeling
Let them take their passion and make it happen with the classic Melissa & Doug’s Deluxe Puppet Theater (The Children’s Boutique, 1702 Walnut Street; 215-732-2661). You know, all the world’s a stage.
Waiting for the Sun
Stave off cabin fever with a Green Toys Indoor Gardening Kit (Genes, 122 South 13th Street; 215-735-4300). Keep little hands (and mouths) busy with a Make Your Own Chewing Gum Kit (Mainline Green Home, 812 Lancaster Avenue, Berwyn; 610-644-7336); sales benefit Guatemalan chicle growers.
Wild Thing
Let their imaginations roam with the Playmobil Zoo (Happily Ever After, 1010 Pine Street; 215-627-5790) full of giraffes, peacocks, and other creatures.
And make the holiday season really rock.

SIGN UP
Saturday Young People’s Classes
What: Enter the lottery for a slot in the spring session of free art courses for ages 5 and up.
Why: Be quick on the draw.
When: Register thru Jan. 9. Classes begin Feb. 3.
Where: Fleisher Art Memorial, 719 Catharine St. For info, call 215-922-3456 ext. 300.
HEAR
Suzi Shelton
What: Space is limited, so stop by early for this free acoustic show full of playful, energetic songs.
Why: Tune in.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.
Where: Burlap and Bean, 204 S. Newtown Street Rd., Newtown Square (484-427-4547).
WEAR
FitFlop Billow
What: This summer’s hit flip-flop gets a cold weather makeover.
Why: Who has time for the gym?
When: All day long.
Where: Online at fitflop.com.














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