Gifts That Make Memories
Recommended by Ahren Hoffman
Even with all the wonder during the holidays, most kids will tell you that some of their favorite memories have to do with the presents they received and usually that means… TOYS! Lekotek agrees with the kids. As an authority on toys and play for 35 years, we are recalling five memorable toys that are sure to bring joy this holiday season.
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Educational Insight Magic Moves Electronic Wand Provides 90 fun commands, 26 musical tunes and incorporates light shows that flash to the beat of the music. Fundamental learning is provided through auditory, visual and kinesthetic stimulation during play.
www.amazon.com [2]
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Maya Group Orbeez For fun with Orbeez, just add water. Starting off as small pellets, with water added they grow into gel orbs that provide sensory stimulation. If they start to dry out, all you need to do is add water to watch them grow again.
www.amazon.com [5]
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SmartNoggin Toys NogginStik A toy that focuses on skills children need in the first developmental stages of their life. Unlike a traditional rattle, when Nogginstik is tapped or shaken, a soft glow light changes colors between red, green and blue to stimulate the eyes and encourage visual attention.
www.amazon.com [8]
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Vtech Go! Go! Smart Friends Busy Sounds Discovery Home A home playset that inspires imagination and pretend play. Variety of characters and interactions provide open ended opportunities for fun and play.
www.vtechkids.com [10]
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This post originally appeared on our November/December 2015 Magazine [27]