So as long as the sun is shining the Rainbow Maker starts working immediately. The system of cogs attached to the solar panel slowly rotates the Swarovski crystal which catches the sunlight, creating constantly changing patterns of dazzling rainbow-coloured light all around the room (similar to a disco mirror ball). The more powerful the sun, the faster the crystal turns & the more luminous the rainbow colours become. Even the box it comes in is very pretty! ...

A set of eight miniature metal hand bells, each bell ringing a different musical note. The enclosed song sheet gives directions to play four popular nursery rhymes using colour-coded instructions on which bell to ring when. A single player could learn with practice, or a group could be given a bell or two each with a 'conductor' indicating whose turn to play
- or creating musical mayhem! An unusual & enchanting idea, particularly charming for Christmas gatherings.
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This large, multi-coloured plastic coil is an excellent fiddle toy & can successfully perform that most essential of functions; it really can walk down stairs! It is extremely pretty in rainbow colours, of a generous size & even makes a pleasant noise as it moves; we found it difficult to put down. ...

A novel twist on the fridge message idea, these quirky magnetic letters look like they have been cut out of newspapers. In a variety of fonts & colours & irregularly cut, they mimic the nature of stereotypical ransom demands. Their slightly sinister quality will add to the fun, with innocent messages taking on new meaning! ...

A totally awesome remote control car! Officially licensed by Subaru, this 1:20 scale sports car has a range of cool features such as front & rear spoilers, engine vent mouldings, & even a light-up underbody. Two sets of wheels are provided
- grip tyres for precision racing, or slick tyres for some very swish drifting action
- that are easy to switch with a screwdriver during a pit stop. The controller & vehicle each have their own battery packs so there's no need to wait for it to charge between plays, & it is nippy enough for the most demanding of boy racers.

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Take the race off-road! This mean-looking muscle truck is surprisingly fast & agile. The large tyres have deep treads to deal with rough terrain & it can even be coaxed to clamber over small obstacles or leap off ramps. The headlights shine brightly when the truck is in motion & the wide bull bars will deal with any road block. ...

Profiles of the planet's oddest creatures abound in this volume. From completely ugly fish to birds that imprison their chicks inside trees to egg-eating snakes, this book features 60 of the most unusual animals living today. You'll find lots of completely gross & bizarre facts to share with your friends & family. ...

Why not go absolutely crazy at bath time & paint your whole body red? Or blue, perhaps? Or mix the two into an attractive shade of violet & then recreate the violet Beauregarde scene from Charlie & the Chocolate Factory? This body paint soap is undoubtedly the next big thing for your bath time. The liquid soap comes in a big tube & has a cleverly-designed sponge nozzle, so as you squeeze out a blob of colour, you can smear it over your arm in a wide, sweeping stroke. Or, for more detailed doodling, just allow a thinner stream to pour out. Make yourself into a work of art, & then wash it all off. Mum will also love the fact that this really is soap: What feels like playtime for the kids is getting them nice & clean. You can buy the two colours separately, but we'd advise you pop both into your basket so your little Da Vinci can be as creative as possible! ...