I have so much exposure to the products available to us as parents, and not all of them meet all the needs of our children, but I hope that if you are trying to find something a little different, unique and special and as a plus educational that my top 10 girls products helps you.

AGE	GIRLS
Birth	A baby gym that will grow with your baby! A clutching toy dangles from the frame to engage and stimulate pre-crawlers. Then when baby becomes a toddler a fabric cover can be attached to the frame to make a teepee style den! Height adjustable and foldable, with one clutching toy and bell. Washable tent cover. www.elementaltoys.co.uk
1+ year	Pink Mouse Push Along Such a simple design and yet such a firm favourite with toddlers finding their feet. If you want to make your toddler happy and smile and encourage movement, buy them a little playmate to go everywhere with them. As they push their friendly mouse along, the beads move which simple fascinates them! Length: 600mm (approx.) www.littlenuttreetoys.co.uk
2+ year	If you are thinking about Christmas, Skinny Sams tights make an ideal stocking filler - the perfect little gift to give on the day or ideal to send in the post to family and friends. Skinny Sams
3+ year	Prairie Girl My Doll Rag Doll (32cm) - Brown Hair With Pink Flower And Checked Dress We searched long and hard to find the perfect rag doll, one that you could buy accessories for and feel that you had been given the most special dolly in the world. The My Doll range of rag dolls fits all our criteria, allowing you the opportunity to purchase extra outfits as well as giving 'the best' in rag dolls. (Hand finished in Italy) Size: 320mm www.littlenuttreetoys.co.uk
4+ year	Princess & Her Frog Puzzle (36 Pieces) A princess themed 36 piece puzzle in a beautiful presentation box. The puzzle pieces are sturdy and will resist most young hands. It would make a wonderful present. Size: 190 x 290 x 75mm www.littlenuttreetoys.co.uk
5+ year	This playhouse makes a great project for young children who want something trully unique and special to call their own. Once you have helped them put it up, they can paint it and accessorise it in any way they choose. Surprisingly long lasting, it can be folded away and brought out time, and time again. www.elementaltoys.co.uk
6+ year	A fabulous combination of beads and water - all girls love working beads and then show me a child that doesn't like water. For ages 4 years and over. www.argos.co.uk
7+ year	Pink Sequin Ball Gown - Dressing Up Limited Editions: This is a capsule range of exclusive styles. Only a small quantity of each style is produced, all individually numbered to make them completely unique. The styles are presented on a satin padded hanger and each one has its' own authenticity certificate. A top selling ballgown has a gorgeous pink sequin bodice, elasticated for a close fit with satin straps. It has a full layered net skirt trimmed with pink satin ribbon with a satin hooped underskirt. www.littlenuttreetoys.co.uk
8+ year	She come's apart but she's so together! The Winter Wow Betty Spaghetti is perfect for Christmas. Most little girls love dolls but this has some much interaction, this will keep your 8 year occupied for days. www.bettyspaghetty.com
9+ year	Disco Diva - Dressing Up A fabulous 2 piece cerise and silver disco set. The disco top is cerise pink panne with silver glitter print to the front. The top and trousers are finished with a wide band of silver elasticated sequins. The top has a Velcro neck fastening for easy wear. www.littlenuttreetoys.co.uk
10+ year	I like this product as it is fun, pink and educational. This age is notoriusly difficult to buy for, as clothes, shoes and jewellery are very dominant it is a great way to introduce your girls to the ways of science by making fabulous soap. www.argos.co.uk

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