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We've recommended the HEXBUG Nano V2 Black Hole in the past, but if you still aren’t sold that this is the best gift for your child, then check out the HEXBUG VEX collection. Children 8 and older can build and control a larger-than-life robotic creature or mix and match the VEX models to create a creature of their own. The VEX Robotics bugs include Ant ($49.99), Spider ($69.99), Scarab ($69.99), and Strandbeast ($89.99).
Laser Pegs
Laser Pegs lights up your child’s world! From racecars to National Geographic animals, Laser Peg kits are Lego compatible and add a bit of color into brick creations. Using an LED light pendant, Laser Pegs clear construction bricks shine bright with a rainbow of colors and are perfect to use as night lights or glow-in-the-dark creations. Check out the National Geographic Space kit ($49.99) and the Indy Car kit ($29.99) at Wal-Mart and Kohls. (Ages 5-15)
School Zone Little Scholar
It’s hard to know if your child is learning anything from those “educational” kids apps you just stumbled across in the AppStore. Quit guessing and finally know with the Little Scholar Tablet ($169.99) from School Zone. Loaded with more than 150 pre-programmed apps, videos, songs, and books, this tablet is perfect for pre-K to first-graders looking for that fun game on a smart device. If your curiosity peaks, feel free to keep track of their progress with the A+ Report Card App and watch as the Little Scholar Tablets guides your child through the early stages of learning.
