From Old-School to Cutting-Edge: Gadgets & Gifts for Tech-y Kids

Re-imagine play time, without relying too much on a screen. These toys will help you do it!

By Kipp Jarecke-Cheng November 13, 2014

Your kids fingers swipe faster than you can say, abracadabra. Put the magic back into technology this holiday season for even the most digitally-savvy mini-techie. From nifty gaming systems to robotics to electronic kits, your kids will flip for these gifts. Flip through the gallery to make those tiny smiles 100 watts bigger.

The Watch That Puts Apple to Shame

Since 1976, VTech has created a wide array of edutaining games and gadgets for tech-savvy kids around the world. VTech’s Kidizoom Smartwatch DX enters the increasingly crowded wearables space with a smartwatch for kids ages four to nine. Featuring a handful of interactive games and activities, the Kidizoom Smartwatch includes an on-wrist camera that shoots both still photos and video, which can be uploaded to a computer via micro-USB. There’s also a voice recorder with voice-changing effects, perfect for your junior-spy-in-training. The watch can be toggled between digital and analogue displays and comes with 50-plus clock face designs.

Available at Amazon, $34.99.