It's that time of year again, when we seek out the best new grandchild gifts to give. However, you'll want to get something that is fun, practical. and can last beyond the excitement of Christmas, and we might just have the thing!

The perfect gift for kids that love cars

If your grandson or granddaughter is a car fan, then this is the treat for them. Launched just this year, the new Hot Wheels™ car plate from Munchy Play® is already proving to be a huge hit. Getting kids excited about mealtimes, the new Hot Wheels plate features a built-in track for toy cars, and comes with the option to add-on a car (or pack of cars), to make a gift of it.

Reasons why your grandchild will love it:

• Hot Wheels is universally loved by girls and boys, and is one of the biggest selling toys in the world.

• Our Car Plate is one of the top gifts of the year, launched only this summer, making it very on-trend.

• Hot Wheels car plates fit all diecast cars on its 4cm track, offering endless fun
• Their parents will thank you for it, as it can help make mealtimes more fun and less stressful
• Plus, our kids' plates are manufactured in Britain!

The perfect gift for kids that love trains

Bringing fun to dining, the Thomas & Friends™ collection has been a finalist in numerous awards, including; Progressive Preschool Awards, Licensing Awards and Junior Design Awards.

Loved by generations of all ages - from toddlers to grandparents - there's something nostalgic and reliable about Thomas the Tank Engine and his Steam Team, that instantly resonates with everyone.

Whether you're looking for traditional baby gifts from grandparents, or a first grandchild Christmas gift, or if it's simply for the toddler in your life, it's sure to be  a dinner winner.

Reasons why your grandchild will love it:

• Thomas & Friends recently launched its new TV series on Milkshake TV, loved by both boys and girls

• There's three designs to choose from in the collection, including; Thomas, James and Percy. Some of these are limited edition, so get them while you can!

• Thomas train plates fit all Trackmaster trains on its 4cm track, offering endless fun
• Their parents will thank you for it, as it can help make mealtimes more fun and less stressful
• Plus, our kids' plates are manufactured in Britain!

Sophia, Munchy Play® founder and CEO, said: “Tapping into two of the biggest toy trends of the year – sensory experiences and imaginative play – our kids’ plate sets make a thoughtful Christmas gift that families will love. Whether you know a fussy eater, or a child that loves trains and cars, this is the gift that keeps on giving - on Christmas Day and beyond. Thomas & Friends and Hot Wheels are much-loved brands that unite generations of all ages, from grandparents to toddlers.”

Designed by a mum to keep mealtimes on track, the tableware is engineered with young diners in mind. This includes high sides to help scoop food, a sturdy non-slip base, and a 4cm track for introducing play with meals at the focus. There’s also a gift tag on the packaging for writing a personal message.

Gifts for the child who has everything

Manufactured in Britain, the tableware is made from polypropylene, which is free of BPA, PVC and melamine, and is UKCA approved. With zero-single-use plastic, both the product and packaging can be recycled.

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