Friends, my trees are up, my music is playing and based on your suggestions, it’s time for me to share my holiday gift guides!
Two years ago, I started asking you in January what you wanted to see more of here on my blog and received SO MANY RESPONSES saying MORE GIFT GUIDES, so last year, I put more out there…buuuuuuut then this January, I had so many responses saying “great job with the gift guides but next year, can you please make them more specific and put them out even earlier?”.
My answer?
TOTALLY!
I tried to get really specific this year with my guides, so I hope you find them helpful for holiday shopping. I asked so many girlfriends that have kids in different life stages and/or asked my friends who were shopping for things that are not on my radar too. I still have more to share that I’m currently working on, but if you can think of other gift guide categories you would love to see, please comment and share!
In the meantime, let’s make our lists and check them twice! Holiday gift buying is officially here!
#1: LeapFrog Scout and Violet 100 Words Book (Amazon Exclusive), Purple
#2: M SANMERSEN Piano Mat, Musical Keyboard Playmat 39.5″ Electronic Music Animal Touch Play Blanket Funny Xmas Gift Toy
#3: KOKODI LCD Writing Tablet, 10 Inch Colorful Toddler Doodle Board Drawing Tablet, Erasable Reusable Electronic Drawing Pads, Educational and Learning Toy for 2-6 Years Old Boy and Girls (Pink)
#4: 8 Pcs Stacking Rings Soft Toys for Babies Newborn 0 3 4 5 6 12 18 Months 1 Year Old Girls Boys – Toddler Sensory Educational Montessori Baby Blocks – Infant Development Teething Learning Tower
#5: QZM Wooden Montessori Toys for Kids, Toddler Number Puzzles Sorter Counting Shape Stacker Stacking Game Preschool Toys for Boy Girl Learning Education Math Blocks Chunky Puzzles Gift for Toddlers
#6: Fisher-Price Little People Friends Together Play House, Electronic Playset with Smart Stages Learning Content for Toddlers and Preschool Kids • Fisher-Price
#7: Stacking Balls Soft Toys for Babies 6 12 18 Months 1 Year Old Girls Boys – Toddlers Sensory Educational Montessori Baby Blocks – Infant Newborn Developmental Teething Learning Stacker Cups
#8: Melissa & Doug Dust! Sweep! Mop! (Frustration Free Packaging),Multicolor
#9: LODBY Cute Magnetic Drawing Board for Toddler Girls/Boys
#10: Wooden Puzzles Toddler Toys Gifts for 1 2 3 Year Old Boys Girls, 6 Pack Animal Jigsaw Puzzles Montessori Toys, Learning Educational Christmas Birthday Gifts for Girls Boys Ages 1-3
#11: 16 PCS Soft Building Blocks Sensory Ball Toys Squeezing Toys Baby Stacking Montessori Teething Toy for Little Infant with Numbers Animals Fruits Shapes Textures Building Blocks Toy 6 Months
#12: VTech Pull and Sing Puppy
#13: Skip Hop Play Food Set, Zoo Bark-Ista Café • Skip Hop
#1: Toys for 3-12 Year Old Boys Girls,3 Pack Kids Walkie Talkies 3 Miles Range & 22 Channels 2 Way Radio, Kids Indoor Outdoor Toys Gift
#2: FunzBo Snap Pop Beads for Girls Toys – Kids Jewelry Making Kit Pop-Bead Art and Craft Kits DIY Bracelets Necklace Hairband and Rings Toy for Age 3 4 5 6 7 8 Year Old Girl (Large)
#3: Click N’ Play 8Piece Girls Pretend Play Purse, Including A Smartphone, Car Keys, Credit Card, Lipstick, Lights Up & Make Real Life Sounds
#4: Disney Princess Dress Up Trunk Deluxe 21 Piece [Amazon Exclusive]
#5: Toys For 3-16 Years Old Girls Gifts,Karaoke Microphone For Kids Age 4-12,Best Fun Birthday Gifts For 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Years Teens Girl Boys
#6: Crayola Light Up Tracing Pad Pink, AMZ Exclusive, At Home Kids Toys, Gift for Girls & Boys, Age 6+
#7: ZITA ELEMENT 10 Complete Sets Fashion Handmade American 14.5 Inch Girl Wellie Doll Casual Wear Clothes and Party Dress, 14 Inch to 14.5 Inch Wishers Doll Clothes Outfits
#8: Disney Frozen Elsa’s Ice Palace by Little People
#9: Modeling Clay Kit – 24 Colors Air Dry Ultra Light Magic Clay, Soft & Stretchy DIY Molding Clay with Tools, Animal Accessories, Easy Storage Box Kids Art Crafts Gift for Boys & Girls Age 3-12 Year Old
#10: Basic Fun Lite-Brite Ultimate Classic Retro Toy, Gift for Girls and Boys, Ages 4+, Multicolor
#11: LEGO Disney Elsa The Nook Storybook Adventure
#12: Girls Toys Age 3-6 Year Old Toddler Toys for Girls Boys Gifts Flower Garden Building Toy Educational Activity Stem Toys(130 PCS)
#13: Candy Land Game
#1: STMT DIY Journaling Set by Horizon Group USA, Personalize & Decorate Your Planner/Organizer/Diary with Stickers,Gems,Glitter Frames,Glitter Clips,Magnetic Bookmarks,Tassel Keychain & More.Pen Included
#2: Just My Style Personalized ABC Beads Kit
#3: Paint & Plant Flower Growing Kit – Kids Gardening Science Gifts for Girls and Boys Ages 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 – STEM Arts & Crafts Project Activity – Grow Your Own Cosmos, Zinnia & Marigold Flowers
#4: YOFUN Make Your Own Unicorn Night Light – Unicorn Craft Kit for Kids, Arts and Crafts Nightlight Project Novelty for Girl Age 4 to 9 Year Old, Unicorns Gifts for Girls
#5: All-new Echo Dot (4th Gen) Kids Edition | Designed for kids, with parental controls | Panda
#6: FosPower Kids Headphones with LED Light Up Cat Ears 3.5mm On Ear Audio Headphones for Kids with Laced Tangle Free Cable (Max 85dB) – Hot Pink/Purple
#7: Crayola Inspiration Art Case in Pink, Coloring Set, Gifts for Girls & Boys, Age 5+, 140 Count
#8: Cricut Joy Machine DIY Card Making Bundle – Sampler Insert Cards, Mat, Gel Pens
#9: Original Stationery Fluffy Slime Kit for Girls Everything in One Box to Make Ice Cream Slimes, Make Fluffy, Butter, Cloud & Foam Slimes! • Original Stationery
#10: Kidzlane Dance Mat | Light Up Dance Pad with Wireless Bluetooth/AUX or Built in Music | Dance Game with 4 Game Modes | Gift Toy for Girls & Boys Ages 6 7 8 Years Old +
#1: Fisher-Price Rock-a-Stack and Baby’s First Blocks Bundle [Amazon Exclusive] • Fisher-Price
#2: Little Tikes 2 -in- 1 Snug ‘n Secure Grow With Me Swing – Blue
#3: FUN LITTLE TOYS Kids Play Tent, Pop Up Tent with Kids Camping Gear Set, Outdoor Toys Camping Tools Set for Kids, 18 Pieces
#4: LEGO DUPLO Construction Truck & Tracked Excavator 10931 Building Site Toy for Kids Aged 2 and Up; Digger Toy and Tipper Truck Building Set for Toddlers, New 2020 (20 Pieces)
#5: Baby Einstein Curiosity Table Activity Station Table Toddler Toy with Lights and Melodies, Ages 12 months and up
#6: Fisher-Price Little People Animal Friends Farm [Amazon Exclusive]
#7: Baby Einstein Sea Dreams Soother Musical Crib Toy and Sound Machine, Newborns Plus
#8: Fisher-Price Harley-Davidson Tough Trike [Amazon Exclusive]
#9: Little Tikes 2-in-1 Pirate Ship Ride-On Toy and Playset – Kids Ride-On Boat with Wheels, Under Seat Storage and Playset with Figures – Interactive Ride on Toys for 1 year olds and above • Little Tikes
#10: Little Tikes Easy Score Basketball Set, Blue, 3 Balls – Amazon Exclusive
#11: Playskool Sit ‘n Spin Classic Spinning Activity Toy for Toddlers Ages Over 18 Months (Amazon Exclusive),Multicolor
#12: Little Tikes Cozy Coupe 30th Anniversary Car, Non-Assembled, Standard Packaging
#1: Think Fun Zingo 1-2-3 Number Bingo Game for Age 4 and Up – Award winner and Toy of the Year Nominee (7703)
#2: Toy Rocket Launcher for kids – Shoots Up to 100 Feet – 8 Colorful Foam Rockets and Sturdy Launcher Stand With Foot Launch Pad – Fun Outdoor Toy for Kids – Gift Toys for Boys and Girls Age 3+ Years Old
#3: PicassoTiles 100 Piece Set 100pcs Magnet Building Tiles Clear Magnetic 3D Building Blocks Construction Playboards, Creativity beyond Imagination, Inspirational, Recreational, Educational Conventional
#4: Crayola Ultimate Light Board Drawing Tablet, Gift for Kids, Ages 6, 7, 8, 9
#5: Remote Control Car RC Cars – Drift High Speed Off Road Stunt Truck, Race Toy with 2 Rechargeable Batteries, 4 Wheel Drive, Cool Birthday Gifts for Boys Age 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Year Old Kids Toys
#6: Insect Lore Giant Butterfly Garden with Voucher
#7: Roko Toys for 3-10 Year Old Boys, Superhero Capes for Kids 3-10 Year Old Boy Gifts Boys Cartoon Dress up Costumes Party Supplies 4 Pack RKUSPF04
#8: Marvel Titan Hero Series Action Figure Multipack, 6 Action Figures, 12-Inch Toys, Inspired Comics, for Kids Ages 4 and Up (Amazon Exclusive) • Marvel
#9: Educational Insights GeoSafari Jr. Talking Microscope Featuring Bindi Irwin: Microscope for Kids, STEM & Science Toy, Interactive Learning, Ages 3+
#10: Light Stax Junior Classic Illuminated Blocks – Led Light Up Building Blocks – 36 Piece Set
#11: Kinetic Sand, Folding Sand Box with 2lbs of & Mold & Tools, Multicolor
#12: Hot Wheels Criss Cross Crash Motorized Track Set, 4 High Speed Crash Zones, 4-Way Booster, 4 Loops, Includes 1 DieCast Vehicle, Ages 4 to 10 Years Old
#13: CubicFun Race Tracks for Boys Car Adventure Toys for 3 4 5 6 7 8 Year Old Boys Girls, City Rescue Preschool Educational Toy Vehicle Puzzle Car Track Playsets for Toddlers, Kids Toys Age 3+
#1: Kids Walkie Talkies, Wosports 3 Pack Two Way Radios with Belt Clip, 3 KM Range Children Toy for Outdoor Adventures Game, Camping, Hiking
#2: UUSTAR Stem Toys for 8-10 Year Old Boys and Girls, 13-in-1 Education Solar Robot Toys Solar Powered by The Sun|DIY Building Science Experiment Kit for Kids, Gifts for 8-12 Year Old Boys and Girls
#3: LEGO City Space Mars Research Shuttle 60226 Space Shuttle Toy Building Kit with Mars Rover and Astronaut Minifigures, Top STEM Toy for Boys and Girls (273 Pieces)
#4: Flybar Pogo Ball for Kids, Jump Trick Bounce Board with Pump and Strong Grip Deck
#5: Merkapa 22″ Complete Skateboard with Colorful LED Light Up Wheels for Beginners
#6: INKPOT Instant Print Camera for Kids,Zero Ink 1080p Video Kids Digital 12MP Selfie Camera for Girls Boys,Birthday Gift Photo Instant Camera for Kids Age 7 8 9 10 11-Color Pens,Print Papers,32GB Card
#7: Exploding Kittens Card Game – Family-Friendly Party Games – Card Games for Adults, Teens & Kids
#8: 5,000 Awesome Facts (About Everything!) 2 (National Geographic Kids)
#9: Harry Potter Paperback Box Set (Books 1-7)
#10: All-new Echo Dot (4th Gen) Kids Edition | Designed for kids, with parental controls | Panda
#11: Sport Squad Endzone Challenge – 2-in-1 Football Toss and Flying Disc Toss – Backyard and Lawn Game for Indoor and Outdoor Use – Practice your Throwing Skills with this Football Target Carnival Game
#12: PAXCESS Electronic Drum Set, Roll Up Drum Practice Pad Midi Drum Kit with Headphone Jack Built-in Speaker Drum Pedals Drum Sticks 10 Hours Playtime, Great Holiday Birthday Gift for Kids
#13: BEYBLADE Burst Rise Hypersphere Vertical Drop Battle Set — Complete Set with Beystadium, 2 Battling Top Toys and 2 Launchers, Ages 8 and Up
#1: Family Matching Christmas Pajamas Women Cotton Jammies Men Clothes Sleepwear Long Sleeve Pjs
#2: Barlver Womens Christmas Fleece Pullover Sweatshirts Holiday Vacation Graphic Tees Tops
#3: Personalized Christmas Family Pajama Matching Shirts,Family Christmas Elf pajama tees
#4: PajamaGram Matching Family Christmas Pajamas – Matching Christmas PJs for Family
#5: Farm Fresh Christmas Plaid Trees T-Shirt for Women Funny Letter Print Casual Long Sleeve Graphic Tee Tops
#6:MNLYBABY My Favorite Color is Christmas Lights T-Shirt Women Xmas Costume Short Sleeve Letters Print Casual Tops Tees
#7: PajamaGram Family Christmas Pajamas Soft – Christmas Pajamas for Family
#8: Family Matching Christmas T-Shirt Xmas Mom Dad Kids Pajamas
#9:Lazy One Flapjacks, Matching Pajamas for The Dog, Baby, Kids, Teens, and Adults
#10: Family Coordinating Christmas Shirts Personalized with Family Name, Family Matching Christmas Shirts Pajamas – Retro Truck and Tree
#11: 7 ate 9 Apparel Matching Family Christmas Shirts – Cookie Baking Crew Red Shirt
#12: ANTSZONE Merry Christmas Holiday Shirts for Women – Casual Long Sleeve Crewneck Pullover Sweatshirt Tops
#13: iClosam Matching Family Pajamas Set Striped Christmas Pajamas Sleepwear Dad Mom PJs
#14: Reindeer Christmas Family Pajama Matching Shirts, Reindeer personalized Shirts, Christmas Reindeer Tshirts, Family Christmas pajama tees
#15: I Just Want to Drink Hot Cocoa Women Christmas T Shirts Short Sleeve Graphic Tee Funny Tops
#16: IFFEI Family Matching Pajamas Set Christmas PJ’s Sleepwear Believe Printed Top with Striped Bottom
#1: Lightweight touch screen bag purse PU Leather RFID Blocking Women Coin Purse Change Wallet Handbag with Adjustable Strap
#2: BELLSPIN Toiletry Bag Womens Clear Travel Makeup Bags with Hanging Hook, Travel Makeup Organizer Cosmetic Bag for Travel Toiletries and Shower Accessories(Shell Pink)
#3: Lay-n-Go Cosmo Drawstring Makeup Organizer Cosmetic & Toiletry Bag for Travel, Gifts, and Daily Use with a Durable Patented Design, 20 inch, Black
#4: TravelWise Luggage Packing Organization Cubes 5 Pack, Lime, 2 Small, 2 Medium, 1 Large
#5: BAGSMART Jewelry Organizer Case Travel Jewelry Storage Bag for Necklace, Earrings, Rings, Bracelet, Soft Pink
#6: Modoker Vintage Laptop Backpack for Women Men,School College Backpack
#7: Bear Butt Hammocks – Camping Hammock for Outdoors, Backpacking & Camping Gear – Double hammock, Portable hammock, 2 Person Hammock for Travel, outdoors – Tree & Hiking Gear – Hammock that Holds 500lbs
#8: Discovery Collection / $150 Value
#9: Plambag Canvas Duffle Bag for Travel 50L/60L Duffel Overnight Weekender Bag
#10: POPCHOSE Sandfree Beach Blanket, Large Sandproof Beach Mat for 4-7 Adults, Waterproof Pocket Picnic Blanket with 6 Stakes, Outdoor Blanket for Travel, Camping, Hiking
#11: Coleman Brazos Cold Weather Sleeping Bag • Coleman
#1: Best Choice Products 48-Inch Competition Sized Foosball Table w/ 2 Balls, 2 Cup Holders, Natural
#2: Skee-Ball Arcade and Table Games
#3: Taco vs Burrito – The Wildly Popular Surprisingly Strategic Card Game Created by a 7 Year Old
#4: Ticket To Ride – Play With Alexa
#5: Catan The Board Game, Multicolor
#6: Rechargeable Laser Tag Set + Innovative LCDs and Sync – Pack of 4 Infrared Guns & Vests – Gifts for Teens and Adults Boys & Girls – Cool Outdoor Group Family Fun Laser Tag Gift for Kids Ages 8+
#7: Best Choice Products 40in Air Hockey Arcade Table w/ 100V Motor, Powerful Electric Fan, 2 Strikers, 2 Pucks
#8: Intex Explorer K2 Kayak, 2-Person Inflatable Kayak Set with Aluminum Oars and High Output Air Pump
#9: Nostalgia Indoor Electric Stainless Steel S’mores Maker with 4 Compartment Trays for Graham Crackers, Chocolate, Marshmallows and 2 Roasting Forks, Brown
#10: Beyond Outdoors Wooden Bean Bag Toss
#11: Little Tikes Jump ‘n Slide Bouncer – Inflatable Jumper Bounce House Plus Heavy Duty Blower With GFCI, Stakes, Repair Patches, And Storage Bag 106.2 Inch x 137.7 Inch x 65.7 Inch Ages 3-8 Years
#12: Spikeball Roundnet Combo Meal Set with 3 balls and Backpack – Yellow/Black
#13: Toss and Catch Ball Set, Catch Game Toys for Kids, Beach Toys Paddle Ball Game Set with 6 Paddles and 3 Balls, Perfect Outdoor Games Sets Playground Sets for Backyards for Kids/Adults/Family
#14: WoneNice Camping Hammock – Portable Lightweight Double Nylon Hammock, Best Parachute Hammock with 2 x Hanging Straps for Backpacking, Camping, Travel, Beach, Yard and Garden
#15: Lifetime Portable Basketball System
Whew!
I HAVE MORE TO COME!!!
This was just a start!
Here’s hoping you have the coziest November day, friends! xx
Lauren says
Wow! First of all, I completely agree with all of your recommendations for kids (both genders) between 0-7. My kids would love every single one of those (and actually already have a lot of them!). Your lists are the best!! I will definitely be buying some of these items when I do my Christmas shopping!
I especially love the gift guides for the family and gift guides for the traveler. Will you be doing teacher gift guides soon? As a former teacher, I always love to see those too!
Mix and Match Mama says
I’m working on that one now! I have so many other categories to share with you ladies!! Thank YOU for the encouragement!!
Elspeth says
This is so helpful!! Thank you Shay!!
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Sheaffer says
OH MY WORD! These guides are going to help so many people!!!! WELL DONE.
Erika Slaughter says
Wahoo!!! Off to get my shop on!!
Bev says
WOW!!! That is a lot of searching, scrolling, and linking, Shay!!! And you do it all for us! Thank you, I know it takes a lot of time and patience and you’re already one busy mamma! ?
Marie D. says
I would love to see gift guides for grab bags and white elephants. I am always looking for the gift that everyone wants to steal!
Bev says
WOW!!! That is a lot of searching, scrolling, and linking, Shay!!! And you do it all for us! I know it takes a lot of time and patience and you’re already one busy mamma! Thank you! ?
Kristi says
This is fantastic! Thank you for sharing.
Sarah Rice says
Wow!! So helpful! Thanks Shay! Would you mind sharing what masks you wear?! Thanks!
Mix and Match Mama says
Athleta!
Debbie says
I’m sorry to interrupt once again, but just wanted to say THANK you all for your prayers and uplifting of my sweet daughter, Rachel and family. She had her mastectomy surgery late yesterday afternoon, and it went very well. We are praising God that her lymph nodes were clear, which is a HUGE blessing. She wanted me to express her thanks for all of the many, many payers sent on behalf of her and family. THANK you from my mommas heart as well.
Mix and Match Mama says
Debbie, you are NOT interrupting!! I have been praying for her, her kids and her family!! Thank you so much for the update!!!
Kristy says
Thank you! I just ordered some things already! The Cricut for my 11 year old girl, I can’t believe I didn’t think of that!
Arika says
The Company Store also has great family PJs!
Jennie says
These are seriously great! Thank you so much ❤️
Meredith says
I’ve been stumped on presents for my 6-year-old daughter, and the Kidzlane Dance Mat is going immediately into my cart. Thank you! It’s PERFECT for her!
Mary Kylie says
This is so helpful! My kids are older so I love the ideas for the younger kids for my nieces and nephews. Thank you!
Kathy says
Ok, I don’t have young children anymore. Mine are in their 20s. But, from what I hear, in this day and age, maybe you could rename the categories something like “Classic Girl”, “Classic Boy”, etc and maybe add a gender neutral category. These seem kind of stereotypical.
Mix and Match Mama says
I will take that into consideration! Of course, people can browse whatever catches their eye regardless of age, gender or category.
Susy says
So great to see more outdoor hiking and camping ideas! Getting the kids out to discover our wonderful national parks and outdoors builds so much empathy for our fragile earth! You might want to add the national parks game!
Shavon says
Thank you! I didn’t even make it past the first section and had placed an order for the doodle board; great recommendation! Curious, will you have a promo code or know of great sales on the Barrington totes? I really want to gift these this year, but am hoping to save a little.
Mix and Match Mama says
I will ask them! I am almost positive that they will have a black friday promo!
Michelle O says
Thank you Shay! I have already ordered from your gift guide. Here’s hoping the next one is for the guys and gals of our lives! This is wonderful!! Thanks again. Have a wonderful cozy day.
Carrie says
Oh my goodness! This is so much work! Thank you for taking the time to do this for us. I feel like you are my personal shopper.
Meg says
SO good! I can’t imagine how much work that took but THANK YOU!
Amy Baker says
My goodness Shay! The TIME you put into this – it’s WONDERFUL! My daughter is 18 and i have a young niece and nephew so this helps me tremendously to be “up to date” on the latest and greatest toys, crafts, etc. FABULOUS! Thank you for this and for sharing – I think this is wonderful for ANY category!
Kimberly says
Hi Shay – I was going to suggest something similar. These are great lists, and I would group by age but not gender so no one misses out on fun options. My two girls have and love several of the boy suggestions- a stomp rocket, Zingo, and kinetic sand are some of our favorites here!
WhittyWife says
Love it!! Do you happen to have some suggestions based on Kensington and Ebby Lee’s favorites (maybe items more teenager-ish)? We’re shopping for our niece, who’s about the same age, and we only get very generic suggestions (i.e. “books” with no specifications). Those two are so sweet – what are they loving?! ❤?
Linda B. says
This post is going to be a life saver! As my children are getting older, I feel like they’re getting harder to buy for! Just me? Also, have you ever seen scottevests? For other travelers out there, I’ve loved mine! I used it hiking in Bar Harbor and kept all my necessities in pockets so I wasn’t carrying a heavy bag. I’ve also worn it walking through NYC feeling a little bit saver of my belongings close to me.
Rea says
This is AMAZING!! One other idea would be a book gift guide that has books on it that your kids have loved. I always love to gift books at Christmas:)
Megan says
Amazing lists! Thank you so much for putting this together! Super helpful!
Claire says
Thank you, Shay! I always love your gift guides. Those walkie talkies were still one of my best purchases yet!
I do have one to share. My new favorite thing is this telescoping stool. We use ours ALL THE TIME. They are perfect for kid sporting events, travel, and housework! I keep 2 in the car so we are never without a seat. It is so light and has a strap for carrying on your shoulder or cross-body. Folds down small enough to fit in a bag or stroller! Highly recommend the tabletop attachment, too! #notsponsored lol just obsessed! Here’s the link: https://www.amazon.com/Original-Telescoping-Minimax-17-7-Israel/dp/B07VTQ4DQD/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=Mini-Max+stool+17.7%22&qid=1636149110&sr=8-3
Samantha says
Shay-thank you so much, these gift guides are so helpful & I love how you are putting them out now! Seriously so helpful to get the shopping rolling!!
Mary-Kate says
I just want to say that the llama meme is cracking me up after your petting zoo experience yesterday!!!
Bridget says
Love these!!! Did I miss the one for the hubby’s? I need his and gift ideas, please. They’re so hard to shop for! ??
Mix and Match Mama says
It’s coming soon!! Stay tuned!!