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Animal gifts for 4-year-olds under $25

A smaller animal present can still have a clear purpose. These age-four picks sit in the catalog’s estimated under-$25 band and offer starting points for pretend care, creature stories, or a tabletop activity.

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GeoSafari Jr. Bugnoculars

A simple carry-and-look tool for a child who stops to inspect every bug. The enclosed viewer makes a short observation session easier to share.

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Melissa & Doug Fishing & Bug-Catching Magnetic Puzzles

Two magnetic catch-and-return puzzles give younger children a simple aiming challenge. Fish and bugs offer different themes without complicated rules or electronic prompts.

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For independent play

Melissa & Doug Underwater Ocean Floor Puzzle

A colorful reef puzzle for children who like finding fish and sea creatures. Large pieces make it easy to share the sorting and building around the floor.

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For educational play

Educational Insights Frida's Fruit Fiesta

Alphabet matching adds a letter-recognition goal to fine-motor game play.

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