KidKraft Red Vintage Kitchen

Curious kids are forever being shooed out of kitchens so adults can do all kinds of fascinating things with strange utensils and dangerous, yet tantalizing appliances. Bring the wonders of food preparation down to child-size with the KidKraft Red Vintage Kitchen ($130), and let little ones open cupboards and turn knobs to their hearts’ content. This sturdy wooden kitchen includes a metal ladle and pot in which to create any number of imaginary dishes, and a removable sink that cleans up easily in case any real food is “washed”. Lots of little details, like a cordless phone and oven knobs that click, will keep imaginations engaged for hours.