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TOP 10 GIFTS FOR KIDS WEB SITES »
Top 10 best
gifts for kids web sites rated by the
LoveToKnow editors.
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Art Kids Rule
Almost every kid alive enjoys art or crafts. Because of this art
supplies are the perfect gift for almost any age and gender kid.
This site offers tons of
tutorials on everything from creating cartoons to drawing more
advanced artwork. You'll also find quizzes and ideas for art
equipment.
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Creativity for Kids Art Supplies
You'll find everything from individual supplies to kits. Their
coloring books offer original designs by artists. You'll even
find items like a
recycled cardboard dollhouse that can be decorated by your
child. Order online or find a location near you where you can go
shopping. |
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About Barbie
Learn all the basics about Barbie dolls. This
fashion icon has been warming girls hearts for years and helping
her come up with imaginative scenarios. If you have a girl in your
life who likes Barbies, then you can't go wrong with a gift that is
either a doll or accessories for the doll.
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Barbie
The official Mattel Barbie website shows what models of Barbie are
currently available as well as houses, cars, accessories and friends
of Barbie. The
online shop offers Barbie and other Mattel toys and can be
sorted by boy, girl, age, brand or sale items. |
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Do Board Games Make Kids Smart?
According to this article, board games may make kids smarter.
Kids who play
numerical preschool board games may be advanced mathematically.
For example, games like Chutes and Ladders can help because of the
number line. Yatzi is another good gift game because of the adding
involved.
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BoardGames.com
This site offers just about any board game you can think of,
including Monopoly, Life, Apples to Apples and Chutes and Ladders.
You'll also find
Murder Mystery games, which can make for a fun party theme. For
a great deal check out the
sales page, which features closeouts. |
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Digital Cameras for Kids
The price of digital cameras has come down so much that some
manufacturers are making models specifically for kids. For under
$50, you can treat the child in your life to a camera that will
provide hours and hours of entertainment. The site also offers
reviews of other toys.
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Amazon: Kids Digital Cameras
Take a look at these cute, durable and kid friendly digital
cameras:
VTech Preschool Learning Kidizoom Junior comes in pink, blue or
orange and has some fun, built-in special effects. You may also want
to consider the
Digital Blue U Turn Digital Camera in pink. |
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Best MP3 Players for Kids
CNet offers reviews of some of the best, most durable, easiest
to use MP3 players for kids. Takes a look at the iPod, SanDisk Sansa
Shaker and Peapod Toys. You might also want to take a look at CNet's
MP3 Player Buying Guide to make sure you are getting the
features your child wants.
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iPod Shuffle
The iPod Shuffle may just be the perfect MP3 player gift for young
kids. It is small, portable, comes in many different colors and
inexpensive enough that if it gets lost it can be easily replaced.
Learn about the different colors you can get a Shuffle in and what
features are included. |
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History of Lego Products
From the first child who played with the first Lego brick back
in 1932, before they were even called Lego. Around 19 billion Lego
pieces are manufactured each year. When
Ole Kirk Christiansen of Denmark first set up manufacturing of
Lego pieces, he likely had no idea how popular they would one day
become.
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Lego
The official Lego website has a complete list of the different
Lego products available. Kids can play games on the website too
(or even adults who are kids at heart). You can even
shop for kits, individual pieces, watches, custom pieces, action
figures and hard to find items. |
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Reading Is Fundamental (RIF)
This organization is dedicated to encouraging kids to read. Even
young children will appreciate books, if you choose the right type
of book. Since you'll be giving the child a gift that will also
educate, this is a gift that keeps on giving. Check out the
RIF Book Zone for recommendations.
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I
See Me
This site offers many different personalized gifts for kids,
including a book personalized with the child's own drawings. Other
personalized books include My Very Own Name, My Very Own
Fairy Tale, The World According to... and Who Loves (child's
name)? |
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Traveling with Stuffed Animals
Know someone who is going on a trip? Gifting their child with a
stuffed animal can help ease the stress of travel and offer comfort
to a child scared of flying. This site also offers articles on
traveling with preschoolers,
flying with a baby and even
hiking in California with kids.
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Nancy's Plush Toys
These eco-friendly stuffed animals are made from soy fiber and
stuffed with Kapok. Animals available include pandas, chimps,
penguins and lemurs. The company does offer a
return policy if you are not satisfied with the purchase and a
complete list of shipping charges. |
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Video Game Console Buying Guide
There are a variety of gaming systems from which you can
choose--Wii, PlayStation, X-Box--making your choice that much
harder. This handy guide offers tips to help you decide on the
perfect gift as well as reviews of the most
popular game systems and even reviews of
video games.
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Gamestop
Gamestop has just about any type of video game you could imagine
as well as gaming systems. They also take trades and sell used
games, which can save a ton of money for those buying big ticket
gift items. Thinking about buying a game system? Learn about
trade-in offers. |
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Walkie Talkies
Walkie talkies can create hours of fun and games for kids who
have two of these handheld conversation devices. From secret "spy"
work to chatting when lights are supposed to be out and your best
friend lives across the street, kids love these devices.
Wrist radios are also great fun.
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Walkie Talkies for Kids
Target
has a nice selection of Walkie Talkies geared specifically toward
children. The Fisher Price Kid-Tough comes with two Walkie Talkies
in bright hues. Barbie Chat With me Jelly Talkies are a version that
girls will love. You may also want to try Wild Planet Kid Quest
Walkie Talkies. |
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