Pretend play is the favorite activity of most 3 to 5-year-olds. Look for gifts that encourage them to mimic mom and dad's roles, playful educational toys and action figures. Kids this age are also now able to understand rules so games are a great way for them to play with you or another child.

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	Yo Gabba Gabba DJ Lance Boombox Preschoolers can now bring the colorful cast of characters of the hit preschool television series YO GABBA GABBA! to life through...More $34 25 Learn More at Amazon

	Play-Doh Burger Builder Create the biggest "burger" ever with pretend onions, lettuce, pickles and more! Make Play-Doh burgers, crank out pretend...More $15 99 Learn More at Toys & Babies “R” Us

	UNO Moo: Farm Animal Matching Game The farm animals have come out of their barn to play UNO! Round them up by matching colors or animals. Is there a blue pig on the...More $19 99 Promotion: Buy Online. Pick Up in Store. Learn More at Sears

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	Hyper Blast Keep your kids active with Hyper Blast, a game that challenges the body and mind. Based on the listen-think-move concept behind award-win...More $26 95 Promotion: Free Shipping on orders of $25 or more! Learn More at Barnes & Noble

	Fundex Games Mouse Match Chase the Cheese to Victory. These mischievous mice can sniff out fun, so follow them through the tunnels and collect the cheese....More $12 99 Learn More at Toys & Babies “R” Us

	Kids Preferred The World of Eric Carle Apple Playset The Very Hungry Caterpillar Playset with Apple Container and Play pieces includes: • Open and close apple for in-and-out play •...More $19 99 Learn More at Amazon