Rico, 7 years old, OR |

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Rico is currently in a kinship placement with his grandparents, who have stepped in to give him a safe, loving home filled with stability and care. Life with them is a mix of structure and heart—his grandpa teaches him little lessons about fixing things around the house, while his grandma always makes sure there’s something good cooking in the kitchen. Though the journey hasn’t always been easy, Rico’s resilience shines through. His grandparents say he’s got a heart as big as his imagination and a laugh that fills the room. What Rico loves most is being surrounded by family, especially his cousins. Whether they’re playing tag in the yard, racing bikes down the sidewalk, or just hanging out under the trees, those moments bring him the most joy. He’s happiest outside, where he can run free, explore, and soak up the world around him. Nature feels like his playground, and he says it helps him think and dream. Rico is the kind of kid who finds adventure in the little things—digging for worms, building forts, or just laying in the grass imagining what life will look like when he’s older. Through everything, his love for family and the outdoors keeps him grounded and growing.

This Christmas, Rico is asking for a 154-piece Dino magnet building set. He loves how colorful and creative it is, with magnetic pieces that let him build his own dinosaur world and different mine scenes. The set is a fun STEM toy, helping him use his imagination, practice problem-solving, and build all kinds of structures. Rico is especially excited about the dinosaur figures and all the ways he can mix and match the pieces to create new stories and adventures. Out of everything he could wish for this year, this is the one gift he really hopes to find waiting for him under the tree.