Metro Parent Holiday 'It' List Kids Gift Guide 2011

Metro Parent's Holiday 'It' List 2011

Need family gift ideas? Check out the hottest toys, creative finds, cool stuff for babies and teens, plush pals – and a chance to win lots of it!

Jaclyn Rink, Stacey Mourtos and Kim Kovelle

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It's the iPad for 4- to 9-year-olds – and a virtual substitute teacher, to boot! With the LeapFrog LeapPad Explorer Tablet, kids interact with their favorite characters, who turn learning into playtime. It's got a library of 100+ cartridge games and activities that help with reading, writing, math practice, drawing and tons more. And each kid gets a unique educational experience – since LeapFrog automatically adjusts skill levels to accommodate progression, tracking success online for parents to see. Its built-in camera and microphone build creativity, imagination and art skills. Durable, inventive and complete with a touch screen, this is the ultimate learning system – without the expense of an iPad. Ages 4-9. $139.99+

Dec 3, 2011 02:35 pm

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I love the variety of fun toys described in this article!

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