Holiday Gift Ideas from Local Shops

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—For Kids—

Mini Strandbeest Kit, $36.95
PEM Shop, 161 Essex St, Salem
pemshop.com

Take after Theo Jansen and create your own miniature version of his wind-powered mechanical beasts. This kid-oriented kit includes easy-to-follow assembly instructions, as well as a 28-page science guide to Jansen’s creations. Once it’s built, the mini Strandbeest can walk, powered by wind hitting its propeller or guided by hand.

Somerville Onesie, $26
Magpie, 416 Highland Ave., Somerville
magpie-store.com

At Magpie, you can find all sorts of things that spread Somerville pride, from mugs to totes to this onesie, tailored for the youngest of the town’s hip residents.

Modern Mobile Kit, $40
Abodeon, 1731 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge
abodeon.com

A build-it-yourself artwork, this mobile kit is best suited for ages nine and up. Each kit contains interchangeable parts with 12 shapes, and multiple kits can be combined to form larger structures.

Pull-Along Zebra, $23
Magpie Kids, 95 Elm St., Somerville
magpiekids.com

Magpie’s “little sister store,” tailored for children, offers all sorts of clothing, toys, and other essentials. Among the shop’s wooden toy options is this pull-along zebra, which encourages toddlers to walk and run.

Baby-Gami: Baby Wrapping for Beginners, $14.95
Xylem, 287 Third St., Cambridge
shopxylem.com

Okay, so this one’s not for kids—it’s for new parents. This pocket-size guide offers step-by-step diagrams and instructions on how to swaddle your baby. Think of all the cute photo ops to come!

For Women | For Men | For Kids | For Pets | Under $25