Recommended Smart Toys For Children, Perfect Gift For The Holidays

The holidays can be stressful when it comes to looking for gifts for children. One way of promoting technology and learning is to give them smart toys. This article helps readers out on what to pick up for their little munchkins as holiday gifts. Below are some suggestions, and some may cost a lot but they are worth it.

LittleBits - this is a circuit-building set that takes together inventing and building of electric-powered devices and bring it to a whole new level. It features brightly colored components to attract children. These components have magnets that make them very easy to attach on mounting boards.

It takes less than an hour to build a remote controlled car. LittleBits' instructions include pictures so kids will easily understand. They are very easy to follow. Other projects include motorized fan, rotating lamps, and wireless doorbells. It is important to note that this type of toy is for older kids, 8 and up, and will cost around $200.

Stikbot - this toy is the perfect union of apps and social media with stop motion animation. Animations like Gumby can be mimicked by this smart toy. The starter kit comes with two StikBots which are flexible plastic figures that take shape of the human form.

These StickBots have suction cups for hands and fit so they can attach to smooth surfaces easily. It will cost around $10 per set which includes a basic tripod for phones and tablets. The toy is recommended for children 13 years and up.

CogniToys Dino - is a plastic dinosaur that has a voice resembling Yoda from Star Wars. The toy detects speech and create an interactive experience out of it. The Dino will engage in conversation with children, it also stores personal details such as name, favorite color, and what not. This toy costs $120 and caters the lower ages of 5 and up.