Holidays – isn’t that long summer break ahead getting you to think on how to keep your kids busy? While as parents we are always on a lookout of activities and toys that would make learning fun for our kids, we mostly end up getting the kids kill time crushing candies, running around Temples or launching birds! How about introducing them to toys/gadgets which can make them learn? After all, toys entertain, educate and engage children of all ages. To help you escape that toy hunting exercise and make shopping easier this holiday season, I have gathered the 10 best tech toys of 2017 for kids that would delight everyone in your family !
There are plenty to choose from but we have rounded up some of our personal favourites to ensure Adult and kids alike will have fun this summer with this selection.
Fisher Price Code-a-Pillar You’re never too young to start learning problem-solving skills and the Code-a-Pillar proves it. The Code-a-Pillar has eight segments, each of which have a different command icon that controls how the toy moves or acts (forward, left, turn, generate a noise, etc). Children choose how to connect the eight parts, and once they push start, the caterpillar moves according to its “programming.” Motorised head segment features lights, sounds and blinking eyes to bring Code-A-Pillar to life!
This toy is geared towards young minds and exposing them to the art of coding. So mix up the pieces, turn your room in into obstacle course and help your kid to get from Start to Finish!
Recommended age – 3 years & up
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Bring home the air rescue adventures of Adventure Bay with the Paw Patrol Air Patroller! The Air Patroller comes with a Robopup figure to pilot all of your Air Rescue Missions. The 2-in-1 Air Patroller transforms from helicopter to plane mode for real Paw Patrol Rescue Missions.
Recommended age – 3 years & up
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Sing like a pro, create your own music videos and become a star! Well, that’s what this awsome gadget is all about. It’s a selfie stick attached to a microphone to allow children make music videos while singing alone or with friends. It lets you choose amongst several filters and cool effects.
Recommend age – 7 years & up
Sphero Star Wars BB-8 App Enabled Robot Droid
Star Wars has always been an insanely popular brand. From the same franchise is the BB-8 droid. This is the hottest remote controlled Star Wars toy you can get for your kid. What’s different about it- an adaptive personality that changes as you play!
Recommend age – 7 years & up
Playskool Sesame Street Big Hugs Elmo
Who doesn’t like to get hugs? Check out this cute plush toy that not only hugs you back but also little ones can pretend with Elmo, and even dance, sing, nap, and cuddle with everyone’s favorite Sesame Street pal. This is an interactive fun toy – perfect for preschoolers.
Recommend age – 6 years & up
Geomag series is beyond the Legos and Mega Blocks. Built around magnetic balls and sticks with magnetised ends, this Swiss-made toy is an open ended construction toy that allows you to build as far as your imagination will take you. While stimulating your minds, this toy is surely going to keep your little one occupied for hours.
Recommended age – 8 years & up
Ozobot 2.0 Bit Starter Pack, the Smart Robot Toy
This is one of the best STEM toys I have come across. It blends coding & creativity in endless fun experiences. Ozobots are tiny 1-inch tall robots they are programmed to roll on different surfaces and follow instructions corresponding to different lines or colors drawn. A perfect toy that every kid, or parents would want to keep the child engaged.
Recommended age – 6 years & up
There is no learning without physical element involved. Check out Puzzlets – it’s a perfect blend of virtual and real world. Characters in the game move according to arrangement iod tiles on the tray. This gadget makes the child think like a programmer- just plan, program and play!
Recommended age- 6 years & up
LEGO City Police – Mobile Command centre
Well, this is always a saviour. And Lego’s Police Comnabd Centre is sure to get your child engrossed. After all who doesn’t like the good old ‘Catch the thief’ games. Corner the criminals , put them in handcuffs, use a police sniffed dog and complete the arrest. This toy comes with detailed accessories and makes the concept as real as it can be.
Recommended age- 7 years & up
IDO-3D Vertical Five Pen 3D Art
Perfect for the little artist there! Build super cool 3-D creations by simply drawing connecting and constructing.
Recommended age – 8 years & up