Bakugan Battle Toys

Bakugan is all the rage with my two boys these days. I wasn’t sure what it was about, but I noticed them playing imaginary Bakugan games, collecting little stones, round pine cones etc as their Bakugan weapons. Or something. I did ask! I got a long stream of babble about other dimensions, aliens, and battle [...]

The transformers toys – Get the Pair

The Transformers movies are actually PG-13, so my boys, aged only 5 and 7 are not going to be seeing them this summer. This doesn’t mean they’re not crazy about the transformers. The cartoon version is more than enough to make them huge fans. I did a quick survey among their friends, and sure enough, [...]

Wild Planet Spy Video Car

Ok, I confess,  “spy” equipment sold as gifts for kids, used to make me go… “Hmmm… now, why would any kid need this?” Why would a kid want to spy on anything, especially in the dark? Sounded too suspicious for me. Well, I have a good answer now, as we’re getting this very system for [...]

On-Task On-Time For Kids

Here’s a gift for kids that will make parents happy. In fact, it’s probably best given to children by their parents. As a Mom, I know just how difficult it can be to battle with your child when you’re in a hurry. Take this morning in our household, for example. Dad in a hurry, to [...]

Fly and Learn Globe

Traveling around the world is something that never fails to excite children. Now, getting them a trip abroad as a gift would be probably be appreciated but might be a bit out of your budget range for that next birthday party Here’s a cool alternative – and trust me, any kid aged 5 to 12 [...]

Girl Tech Stylin Studio digi Game

When writing about gifts for kids, I am often faced with the gender dilemma: should I label a game or a toy as gender specific? With this particular computer game, the problem has been solved by the makers. It’s proudly called “Girl Tech” and marketed for girls only. A shame, in a sense, for all [...]

Explore the World: EyeClops Bionic Eye

There is a list of cool instruments parents feel inquisitive young minds can benefit from. Telescopes and microscopes are both high on the list. I remember my own excitement when I received my own microscope as a child. I spent hours upon hours preparing interesting samples to view, then sat down crouching over the black [...]

Air Hogs Havoc Heli

This gadget is absolutely amazing. For years, my husband had wanted a remote controlled flying helicopter (“a very educational toy that will be teach our kids important skills”…) They used to be too pricey for us, though. Until last year, when my parents-in-law visited China and brought back that little flying gadget! It was amazing [...]