This Music Table by Little Colorado is perfect if you have an incessant little drummer in your house (as I do). If you want to keep him or her from ruining tables and other furniture, you might want to consider purchasing this percussion table as a Christmas gift.

It features a drum, two xylophones, a cymbal, and four maracas. The table is made from sturdy birch plywood, metal, and plastic. Replacement parts are also available should your little drummer wear them out. The table measures 21″L x 25″W x 15″H and must be ordered by December 4 to guarantee Christmas delivery. You can view and purchase this unique combination of furniture/musical instrument/toy at SensationalBeginnings.com, where it sells for $159.95.

Waldorf playstands are a great way to inspire your child’s imagination.  I worked in a Waldorf-inspired daycare center during my undergraduate days, and have seen first-hand the value of this kind of play. I have often considered purchasing one of these for our home, but have never followed through.  After a recent move to a larger house, I am actively considering this option again.

There are many great things to love about this set.  For one, it is extremely versatile.  It can be used for toy storage, but more importantly, it can be imaginatively transformed into all kinds of things–a store, a house, a fort, etc.  Kids will love the many possibilities it offers.  The product is also extremely well-made.  It is constructed of solid pine and has metal connectors to give it stability for years to come.  You can also purchase silkscape separately to drape across the product’s canopy for an added fun touch.  Finally, if you are as sick of electronic toys as I am, you will love having a sturdy, wooden toy that you and your children will both enjoy.

This set is made in the USA. You can purchase one for $250 at ThreeSistersToys.com.  It would make a phenomenal holiday or birthday gift.