Giving your child a gift that’s fun, meaningful and educational can be a challenge. When in doubt, select a gift that speaks from the heart and encourages your children to follow theirs. What should you get for the little one in your life who aspires to be a dentist? Here are six great gifts for aspiring dentists on your holiday shopping list.
1. Disney Jr. Doc McStuffins – Happy Smiles Dentist set, $8.99 at Toysrus.com
What a great playset! The popular Disney Chanel show depicts a young lady who has decided to follow in her mother’s footsteps by becoming a doctor. This character is popular with both girls and boys, and possibly pretty popular with the preschooler you are shopping for. The added bonus is that you really can’t go wrong with toys that encourage STEM themes!
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2. Aeromax Jr. Lab Coat, $13.09 at Amazon.com
Start your little dentist off with the right wardrobe! Available in kids’ sizes 2-10, the Jr. Lab Coat is a fabulous must-have for aspiring dental professionals. A great additional gift-giving idea is to have the child’s name monogrammed on the pocket or lapel of the coat.
3. The Tooth Book by Dr. Seuss, $8.99 at Target.com
Another whimsical, rhyming classic by the beloved author Dr. Seuss, the text illustrates various animals with teeth, their function and how to care for them. Give the gift of a great bedtime story this holiday season. Who knew dental care could be so funny!
4. Mega Shark Teeth Science Kit, $49.99 at Amazon.com
Nothing can fuel a child’s fascination with teeth, like exploring the largest of the large! This set includes an assortment of shark’s teeth, activity book and other great goodies for your future dentist to discover. Here’s a fun fact: Sharks don’t get cavities because their teeth are naturally coated with fluoride.
5. Crocodile Dentist, $14.99 at Toysrus.com
This is a game of chance and excitement for young children; “play dentist” by removing a tooth from the crocodile’s mouth. Select the wrong tooth to remove and the croc snaps and surprises you! Family game night just got a whole lot ‘snappier’.
6. Future Dentist Kids Baseball Jersey, $21.00 at Cafepress.com
What a cool way for your favorite future dentist to show pride in the industry and perfect for any age!
Encouraging young minds with exploration and fun can be tough during the holidays. Have other tips on great holiday gifts for the future dentists on your list? Send them to us! Facebook us at Jefferson Dental Clinics or Tweet us at @JeffersonCares.