Parents should really be commended for the way they embrace the spirit of the holiday season. They endure adverse weather, long lines, and - often - disappointment in their search for that perfect holiday gift for their child. Of course, most of us would endure that and a whole lot more to see our kids happy.
However, what if this year you did something a little different? Rather than just chasing whatever the toy-of-the-moment is, what if you tried to get your child a gift that actually taught him something (besides video game hand-eye coordination)? We all know that there are countless games out there and some of them are ultra cool, but I think parents have an obligation to get at least one or two gifts that also teach their children something in addition to just being a fun toy. Keeping that in mind, here is a short list of neat teaching toys for kids:
Vtech Mobigo Touch Learning System: This is an awesome handheld learning/gaming system for kids. It helps encourage the development of basic, rudimentary skills in counting, spelling and problem-solving. Moreover, the state-of-the-art touchscreen gives gameplay a contemporary feel, while the slide-out QWERTY provides an introduction to the standard keyboard layout. In shortm it is a very engaging and interactive gift.
Laugh and Learn Smart Screen Laptop: Not only is this a fun gift, but it also makes a nice introduction to some of the fundamentals of learning, such as counting and the alphabets. It also hase a myriad of other features, such as songs and words. Moreover, it provides little tikes with their own laptop, so that they are no longer obsessed with the real thing (parents with small children will no doubt understand).
Leapfrog Phonics Pond: With the letters of the alphabet appearing on buttons on its front, the Phonics Pond teaches - what else? - phonics via numerous methods, including: (a) Music - Children are instructed to press a letter, which will cause music to be played - primarily well-known favorites like "This Old Man," "Yankee Doodle," and the like; (b) Discovering Letters - Children press the letter of their choice and are told the name of the corresponding letter; and (c) Finding Letters by Sound - Children are given the sound of a letter and asked to identify it.
Of course, it goes without saying that the above list is nowhere near the actual number of educational toys out there. Frankly speaking, there are plenty of cool toys and gifts on the market that will help your child grow, learn and develop, while simultaneously being fun. That being the case, it seems prudent to see if you can give your child the best of both worlds with a teaching toy.
However, what if this year you did something a little different? Rather than just chasing whatever the toy-of-the-moment is, what if you tried to get your child a gift that actually taught him something (besides video game hand-eye coordination)? We all know that there are countless games out there and some of them are ultra cool, but I think parents have an obligation to get at least one or two gifts that also teach their children something in addition to just being a fun toy. Keeping that in mind, here is a short list of neat teaching toys for kids:
Vtech Mobigo Touch Learning System: This is an awesome handheld learning/gaming system for kids. It helps encourage the development of basic, rudimentary skills in counting, spelling and problem-solving. Moreover, the state-of-the-art touchscreen gives gameplay a contemporary feel, while the slide-out QWERTY provides an introduction to the standard keyboard layout. In shortm it is a very engaging and interactive gift.
Laugh and Learn Smart Screen Laptop: Not only is this a fun gift, but it also makes a nice introduction to some of the fundamentals of learning, such as counting and the alphabets. It also hase a myriad of other features, such as songs and words. Moreover, it provides little tikes with their own laptop, so that they are no longer obsessed with the real thing (parents with small children will no doubt understand).
Leapfrog Phonics Pond: With the letters of the alphabet appearing on buttons on its front, the Phonics Pond teaches - what else? - phonics via numerous methods, including: (a) Music - Children are instructed to press a letter, which will cause music to be played - primarily well-known favorites like "This Old Man," "Yankee Doodle," and the like; (b) Discovering Letters - Children press the letter of their choice and are told the name of the corresponding letter; and (c) Finding Letters by Sound - Children are given the sound of a letter and asked to identify it.
Of course, it goes without saying that the above list is nowhere near the actual number of educational toys out there. Frankly speaking, there are plenty of cool toys and gifts on the market that will help your child grow, learn and develop, while simultaneously being fun. That being the case, it seems prudent to see if you can give your child the best of both worlds with a teaching toy.
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