Build A Bear

It's hard to believe that there is actually a great value in shopping for toys for kids. Build-A-Bear Workshop offers one of the best programs around to make you feel better about the money you are spending. Their animals are adorable and their clothes irresistible, but you can actually get 10% back for every dime you spend plus tons of heavily discounted offers and coupons for joining their "Stuff For Stuff" membership. Once you purchase $100 you receive a $10 gift certificate via the U.S. mail or email, whichever you designate. Plus, about 2 times a month you will get email offers for discounted animals, clothes or even $5 off coupons. You can always find $5 off a $25 purchase coupons at Navy Pier, Children's Museum and hotel lobby brochure stands. When you add that with a special offer and a $10 gift certificate you can save a bundle! These animals are ageless, everyone loves them, young and old. I recommend no younger than 3 years old, however, as they don't seem to appreciate the process of making the animal and dressing it. This is also one of the few stores that allow you to combine coupons for maximum savings. They get bonus points with me for allowing that!