I remember LOVING Spirograph as a kid. I was always so impressed by the fun designs I was able to create. I would spend hours experimenting with the different combinations of outer and inner circles to see which would produce the most beautiful finished products. When my daughter broke her leg ...
9-year-old
Bow and Arrows
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If you're looking for a gift under $25 for boys between the ages of 7 and 9, a toy bow and arrows is almost a guaranteed hit. I don't mean to be sexist. Honestly, as non-violent a female as I am, I find shooting a toy bow and arrow to be incredibly satisfying. However, I've never witnessed the sort ...
Catan Junior
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This is an entertaining game for families with kids 5 years and up. It's one of the few games I really like to play with my kids. Catan Junior teaches many useful concepts such as abstract math through the acquiring and trading of resources to purchase pirate ships and lairs. It's also a good first ...
Fort Magic
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Product: Fort Magic Company: Fort Magic Website: fortmagic.com Recommended Age Range: 5 to adult Price Range: ~$100 Amazon Product Page (Affiliate Link) Comments: In the months leading up to Christmas, I saw several bloggers with sponsored posts where they raved about their free Fort Magic kits. It ...
Snap Circuits SC-750R
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Product: Snap Circuits SC-750R Student Electronics Training Program (& other kits) Company: Snap Circuits (Elenco) Website: www.snapcircuits.net Recommended Age Range: 4 and Up Price Range: ~$125 (as low as $20 for smaller kits) Amazon Product Page (Affiliate Link) Comments: Snap Circuits are a ...
Michelle has a PhD in Engineering from Stanford University and a Bachelor's Degree from the California Institute of Technology. 