Best Toys For Big Kids 2009
No matter what your big kid's hobbies are, our best toys of 2009 are sure to encourage their creativity.
By Kourtney Eidam, Lenora Jane Estes and Monique Reuben from Parents Magazine
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Bryan McCay
Scattergories: The Card Game
Quick! Name a city that starts with "W." Shout out the answer first in the fast-paced, fast-play version of this game of wits.
For ages: 8 years+What do you think of this story? Give your opinion!
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Bryan McCay
Mind Flex
Sure, there's probably some trick to this ingenious toy, but it's a riot to think you're using brainpower to move the ball through the obstacle course.
For ages: 8 years+What do you think of this story? Give your opinion!
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Bryan McCay
Track Turbo RC
Your child can build this remote-control car from scratch, then take it out for a spin.
For ages: 7 years+What do you think of this story? Give your opinion!
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Bryan McCay
Rubik's 360
Confession time: We still can't finish the original cube from the '80s, but our kid testers loved this puzzler.
For ages: 8 years+What do you think of this story? Give your opinion!
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Bryan McCay
U-Turn Digital Camera
Kids like to take photos of themselves, and this flexible camera makes it a cinch. The lens twists to the back so they can see the image first.
For ages: 7 years+What do you think of this story? Give your opinion!
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Bryan McCay
Elite Fleet Vertigo Sky Shark
This lightweight chopper is a breeze for beginning flyers.
For ages: 8 years+What do you think of this story? Give your opinion!
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Bryan McCay
Harumika Style Sets
Your future fashionista will rule the runway with this kit. The special stylus lets her design her own doll-size line--no sewing skills necessary.
For ages: 7 years+What do you think of this story? Give your opinion!
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Bryan McCay
Air Hogs Zero Gravity Laser
Drive up walls with this amazing suction car!
For ages: 8 years+What do you think of this story? Give your opinion!
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Bryan McCay
Eyeclops Night Vision Goggles
Tech-loving kids will jump at the chance to see in the dark--if they can ever snatch it back from Dad.
For ages: 8 years+Originally published in the November 2009 issue of Parents magazine.
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