Toys & Games Reviews: October 2008

Every parent knows that there are many different kinds of kids toys, and the top toys of 2008 are no exception. In fact, this year's best toys contain several classic product types, as well as newer and more innovative toys and games. The only true way to get an accurate sense of the top toys of 2008 is to examine a few exemplary examples of entertainment for all kids of all ages, including the young at heart.

Top Toys of 2008 For Kids
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Michael_Addison]Michael Addison

Every parent knows that there are many different kinds of kids toys, and the top toys of 2008 are no exception. In fact, this year's best toys contain several classic product types, as well as newer and more innovative toys and games. The only true way to get an accurate sense of the top toys of 2008 is to examine a few exemplary examples of entertainment for all kids of all ages, including the young at heart.

Many people consider the overall top toy of 2008 to be the Air Hogs Havoc Heli Laser Battle, which is actually a two player set of remote controlled helicopters that make authentic battle noises. One reason this is considered to be one of the year's best toys is that fact that it has such a wide customer appeal. Though rated for children over three, even parents find it hard to resist and have reported that it is so easy that even a two year old can do it. All of the top toys of 2008 are parent as well as kid approved, but the helicopter stands out for the simple reason that it appeals equally to boys as girls, small children, or even adults.

Another top toy of the year is worth nothing because of its innovative yet classical concept. The Smart Cycle: Physical Learning Arcade uses technological advancements in video and game interaction to teach kids basic educational lessons, while also improving hand eye coordination. As popular among boys as girls, it is easy to see why it is one of the top toys of 2008. Toys for generations have been geared to practicing skill sets such as the ABC's and numbers, and the physical learning lab distinguishes itself as one of the best kids toys by instilling timeless lessons in a new, interesting, and effective way.

There are also a lot of variations of traditional games and products among the top toys of 2008 too. Just about every little girl likes cute pets and dolls, so it should come as no surprise that this year's most popular girls toy is a tie between the Littlest Pet Shop: Display and Play Round and Round Pet Town and the Troop Groovy Girls, modeled after the Girl Scouts of America. Girls' toys, however, are not the only variation of a classical theme. This year's top outdoor toy is the Ripstik, a caster board that allows kids to experience the fun of skateboarding in a safer way that also increases motor control and coordination. Appealing equally to both boys and girls while promoting regular exercise and physical activity, it is no wonder that this product made an appearance among the top toys of 2008.

The fact is toys change from year to year, but a lot remains the same. While technology has a big influence in evolving the world of toys for kids, many electronics and other modern toys still fit into a classical theme that has been entertaining kids for centuries, such as outdoor games, educational products, and even those like dolls and action figures that we associate with one particular gender.

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There are several levels of digital cameras on the market today and several are perfectly good entry-level models for children preschool age, up to teenagers. What should a parent consider when looking for a digital camera for their child?

Fisher Price Digital Camera - Choosing A Children's Camera
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Digital cameras come in every size, shape, color, and price range these days.  Obviously, adults enjoy the benefits of digital photography, but what about children?  Should a child have a digital camera?  Some experts say that when children take photographs, they learn to see the world around them from a different perspective and they sometimes show enhanced creativity.  As a parent, you'll have the privilege of seeing things from their perspective and may even learn new things about your child through the pictures they take with their own camera.

There are several levels of digital cameras on the market today and several are perfectly good entry-level models for children preschool age, up to teenagers.  What should a parent consider when looking for a digital camera for their child?  Ease of use, photo quality, automated features and durability are just a few criteria to consider.

A toddler, preschooler, or early elementary child will do well with a basic and sturdy digital camera.  Look for one that is designed for little hands to grip and hold easily.  Flash and focus features should be completely automatic, and the memory card should hold several photographs at one time.  Fisher Price makes durable digital cameras specifically for little ones.  The color LCD screen is 1.3" across so children can immediately see the picture they just took and show it to everyone in the family too.  Children can use this camera like a pair of binoculars with the camera's two-eye viewing feature, which makes it especially fun for them to scout out their next picture.  Fisher Price makes these cameras in bright colors for added kid appeal too.  There is even a USB cord included with the camera so your child's pictures can easily be transferred to the computer, once again freeing up storage space for more picture adventures.



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Children who are between early elementary age and middle school age will enjoy even an inexpensive digital camera, as long as it takes decent photographs.  Look for a sturdily built digital camera, because children this age often tend to drop things on a regular basis, including cameras.  Find a middle of the road camera that has automated features for the most part, but allows some control over flash and zoom capabilities.  Some digital cameras for this age include special effects features like clip art and captions and possibly the ability to take short movie clips with audio.  Girls in this age range will probably want to accessorize their digital camera with a cute camera case and strap.

By the time your children reach middle school and grow into older teenagers, a digital camera that looks and functions more like an 'adult' camera, can be purchased for a reasonable price.  Depending on how much your child enjoys taking photos, look for a camera with more advanced features and more control over the zoom and flash features.  They'll likely be taking more photographs at this age, so look for a digital camera that has expandable memory options available as well.

Whether you spend $60 or $100, the price range is reasonable when purchasing a digital camera for your child.  Older children could be encouraged to help save toward purchasing one themselves.  Younger children might be more willing to complete their chores if they know the money they earn will go toward a digital camera they want.

The good news is that digital cameras for children have come down in price dramatically, so purchasing one for your child, regardless of their age, is within most parents' financial reach.



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