In February, ABC issued the 'Made in America' challenge stating that, "If every American spent an extra $3.33 on goods made in the U.S.A., it would create almost 10,000 new jobs in this country." Then later ABC issued the 'Made in American Christmas: Are you In?' challenge stating that,  "The average American will spend $700 on holiday gifts and goodies this year, totaling more than $465 billion... If that money was spent entirely on US made products it would create 4.6 million jobs... If each of us spent just $64 on American made goods during our holiday shopping, the result would be 200,000 new jobs."

After hearing about the challenge we knew we had to take part! Not only do we do a TON of shopping but we (obviously) love helping people here in the USA. Thus, this year we plan to donate 'I Spy' books,  Harry Potter books, Highlights, ZooBooks, clothing, shoes, puzzles, toys,  and more made in the USA!

We like helping out the country and ask YOU to help create 200,000 jobs by spending at least $64 on American made gifts for Christmas! Here is a list things 'Made in the USA' by state to help you out: http://abcnews.go.com/WN/MadeInAmerica

Good luck! Let us know how your endeavors work out!