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Toys To Keep Them Entertained For Hours

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"I'M BORED!" We're sure you've heard it before, always at the most convenient times -- while you're working, cooking dinner or (gasp) trying to take a shower.

Have no fear: we've compiled a list of holiday gifts that will keep kids entertained -- and out of your hair -- for hours. Click through below and let us know what types of toys your children love in the comments.

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Before You Go

Going To New Heights(01 of11)

Ravensburger Empire State Building I $25.99 I AmazonThis 3D model is actually one of the most addictive puzzle-building experiences we found. When completed, all 216 pieces put together stand on their own -- no glue required.Wordly, too: If you're not in a New York state of mind, try the Eiffel Tower or Big Ben. (credit:Amazon)

'I Almost Have It!...Wait...'(02 of11)

Rubik's Revolution I $13.99 I AmazonIt's not your Rubik's Cube, but it takes just as long to solve as the 1980's original. For the cube's 30th anniversary, it got a digital upgrade. This models requires batteries, offers six different games to choose from and lights up. The catch: Your kids won't even have the option to rearrange stickers. (credit:Amazon)

Lego (And Go And Go) (03 of11)

LEGO Creator Winter Toy Shop I $59.99 I AmazonThis set, recommended for kids 12 and older, comes with 815 pieces to complete a winter wonderland. The light up bricks (batteries included!) give it that extra Holiday glow.Holiday spirit: The scene includes a shop filled with tools and toys, a light-up tower window, minifigures caroling, skiing, building snowmen and more. (credit:Amazon)

A Girl's Best Friend(04 of11)

American Girl Crafts Oodles of Bracelets Kit I $24.99 I Toys R UsThere's something more stylish about wearing homemade jewelry as opposed to store-bought accessories. Especially when it's made with love from your BFF. This set comes with 298 pieces -- string, beads, baubles galore -- to make four different, equally fabulous styles.What will keep them going: One isn't enough -- your little girl will have to make one for Emma, and Laura, and Amanda... (credit:Toys R Us)

525,600 Minutes(05 of11)

Creativity For Kids It's My Life Scrapbook Kit I $21.99 I AmazonAs the song goes, you can measure a year in minutes, cups of coffee, love or...,photos? With this scrapbooking kit to recap the year, kids will disappear into a vortex of stickering and cutting and pasting (the real hands-on kind) and doodling until the whole project is complete. 'Aw' factor: Facebook albums just don't have the same effect. (credit:Amazon)

Addictive Artistry(06 of11)

Masterpiece Studio: A Paint-by-Number Kit I $13.94 I AmazonIt starts out looking like a map of Timbuktu. There are enough numbers to make anyone's brain go numb. But, get your children painting in the lines of this project, and the end result is a masterpiece that will make them feel like junior Van Goghs.A change of pace: There are no typical paint-by-number flowers or cartoon characters here. Instead? A fancy cat with a fish purse. Brilliant. (credit:Amazon)

Snack On This(07 of11)

Potato Chip Science: 29 Incredible Experiments I $12.21 I AmazonEinstein didn't conclude e=mc2 in a day. And, this science kit -- disguised as a potato chip bag -- will hold your child's attention for just as long. With 29 experiments and an accompanying how-to book, it's the perfect way to feed the hungriest of minds. Speaking of feeding: There's one edible project in the bag. (credit:Workman)

Seedling Make Your Own Kaleidoscope(08 of11)

Seedling Build Your Own Kaleidoscope I $24.02 I AmazonThis kit includes a cardboard tube and glue, sequins and beads to fill it up. We're not sure which will take more time. Putting it together or getting hypnotized by the results.Magic: They'll spend just as long trying to figure out how all of those images fit in one tiny tube. (credit:Amazon)

Stuck On You(09 of11)

Eye-Can Art Collage Printmaking Kit I $20.99 I AmazonCut out the shape, roll on the paint, (follow a few more steps) and voila! A collage print is born. It's the perfect project for beginner artists and the veteran older siblings to do together.No end in sight: The kit comes with everything needed to make 9 prints -- but there's enough ink to keep going with good old-fashioned paper. (credit:Eyecanart)

Two Sides To Every...(10 of11)

Puzzle Stix I $25.95 I AmazonThis two-sided wooden puzzle requires twice the brainpower. Instead of flat cardboard pieces, the object is to fit 42 "stix" inside a frame. Not easy, but worth the challenge.When complete: Hang it up as a great conversation piece in your home. (credit:Michaels)

And For The Littlest Minds (11 of11)

Manhattan Toy Baby Whoozit I $ 9.83 I AmazonThe patterns! The Shapes! The Colors! The infant boredom-buster is the Whoozit, designed to capture and hold any baby's attention. Plus: It's really cute. (credit:Amazon)

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