Check It Twice

MISSION, KS--(Marketwired - Dec 1, 2014) - (Family Features) Whether it's co-workers at the office or your stylist at the salon, when the holidays come around, you likely have a lot of gift giving to do. Check those names off your shopping list and tuck these delightful gifts under the tree. This guide has something to make everyone's season a little brighter.

Inspire the Imagination
This holiday, give that special little girl a gift to awaken her mind. A timeless, classic gift that provides hours of imaginative play, Calico Critters of Cloverleaf Corners promote wholesome family values. These fuzzy, adorable miniature figures are available in a variety of cute animal families -- from the Hopscotch Rabbit family to the Hopper Kangaroo family -- you're sure to find one your little recipient will cherish. Find out more at www.calicocritters.com.

Beyond the Box
Sometimes the most meaningful gifts don't come in a box. This little gift makes a big impact, changing the way someone you love sees the world -- literally. With VSP Direct, starting under $17 a month, you can give the gift of good vision to those without vision insurance, providing high-quality eye care, yearly eye exams, allowances for frames or contacts and the lowest out-of-pocket costs in vision care with average savings of $200 annually. Visit www.givevsp.com.

High Tech Holiday
This holiday, get the affordable high performance laptop that is sure to delight the whole family. Give your computer an upgrade with the new Zenbook UX303LN, the ultimate in laptop technology with a 13.3-inch touch screen display, Intel Core i7 Processor, HD camera and up to 7 hours of battery life. You'll love its light, sleek and powerful with a polished metallic finish. For more details, visit www.asus.com.

An Action-Packed Present
The gift of Emmy Award winning entertainment fits perfectly under the tree. With a bonus disc with rare footage and commentary, the new Sherlock Limited Edition Gift Set includes the first three seasons of the hit show. A contemporary spin on the classic crime-solving duo of Holmes and Watson, this thrilling, highly-entertaining Blu-ray and DVD combo captures the pair as they navigate a maze of clues to get at the truth. For more information, visit www.bbc.com.

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