Archive for the ‘Best Toys for Kids with ADHD’ Category
Wednesday, April 28th, 2010
Guidecraft's Interlox
I’m big on things that you can put out on the family coffee table that everyone will enjoy. Interlox from Guidecraft is just that kind of toy. If you were in a classroom in the 70s, you probably played with something that looked very similar. The Interlox are pleasingly colorful plastic pieces that have notches on all sides- providing builders with an open-ended building opportunity. They connect with relative ease- making this a good choice for 4s and up. While many kids are happy to follow directions for building LEGO or KNEX models, there’s something to be said about building whatever you heart dictates. There’s room here for trial and error. For younger kids, this can start as a parent/child project–but chances are your kids will be building independently before you know it. The 96 piece set gives you enough pieces to really make something fun. We’re giving this set an Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Seal Award. For the review of this toy and other building sets, visit www.toyportfolio.com.
Tags: Best Construction toys, Best Toys for Kids with ADHD, Guidecraft, Interlox, Open ended Play, open-ended building toys, toyportfolio.com
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Friday, December 11th, 2009
If you’re looking for a high tech learning toy this season, we high recommend Leapfrog’s TAG and TAG Junior reading systems. Both marry technology with collections of award winning books. Do they replace reading a book with your child? Of course not–but they will encourage your kids to explore and “read” books on their own.
Full review and shopping info for both
TAG Reading System
TAG Junior Reading System
We’d skip their My Pal Scout–this is designed to be an interactive pet for toddlers. We found him to be less than huggable and the skills he’s meant to teach are better taught with real life experiences. All of the current interactive, downloadable dolls on the market pale in comparison to the old Actimates from Microsoft. Their original Barney really became Barney for little children. It was truly magical to watch kids interact with this doll. This doll doesn’t compare.
Tags: Actimates, Barney, Educational Toys for Kids, high tech toys for kids, hot toys, Leapfrog, Learning how to read, Microsoft, My Pal Scout, TAG JUNIOR Reading System, TAG Reading System
Posted in Best Toys for Kids with ADHD, Best Toys for Kids with Special Needs, Best Toys for Preschoolers, Leapfrog, Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Award Winners, preschoolers, Toys for Kids with Special Needs, Uncategorized | No Comments »
Friday, November 13th, 2009
I was driving home yesterday in the dark and as we got caught in traffic…I started thinking about one of my favorite toys that I wished I had in the car. There’s something about being caught in traffic that brings out my inner eight year old. Last year’s Platinum Award winner, the Crayola Glow Station. Read our complete review.
Tags: Crayola Glow Station, Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award winner, toyportfolio.com, Toys that Glow in the Dark
Posted in Activity Kits for Kids, Best Toys for Kids with ADHD, Best Toys for Kids with Special Needs, Best Toys for School Aged Kids, Crayola | No Comments »
Wednesday, September 30th, 2009
Read our article about Top Toys for Kids with ADHD. We’ve posted both a toy list and general guidelines that are good to have in mind before you set out to go shopping. And rather than be annoyed with your relatives for not getting it…send them the list as well.
Tags: Best Toys for Kids with ADHD, Selecting Toys for Kids with ADHD, toyportfolio.com
Posted in active play, Best Toys for Kids with ADHD, Best Toys for Kids with Special Needs, Classic Games for Kids, Construction Toys for Kids, Gender Free Toys, Play Time, preschoolers, pretend play, toys, Toys for Kids with Special Needs, Vehicles | No Comments »
