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Learn How To Tell Time And Waste Money With A Manual Digital Clock
12:00PM Sean Fallon | According to the manufacturers of the Digits Clock, kids don’t need to learn how to tell time the old fashioned way. Instead, parents should spend over $US100 on a board that requires kids to manually construct the time every minute. More »
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Skeleflex T-Rex Powerflex Lab Brings History Alive…Literally
8:20AM Sean Fallon | Some kids just can’t learn from a book. The Skeleflex T-Rex takes a hands-on approach to teaching kids a simple lesson about archaeology, dinosaurs and playing God. More »
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Jet Works Engine Inspires Tomorrow’s Rocket Scientists
9:20AM Sean Fallon | Let’s face it—educational toys are not popular gift items. However, the Jet Works Engine is something that curious kids will be excited to find under the tree this year. More »
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Indiana Jones Crystal Skull Projector, Not Morbid At All
3:40AM Mark Wilson | In case the Indiana Jones whip is outlawed in your state, there’s always other Indiana Jones merchandise to purchase! Take this Crystal Skull Projector—an accompanying audio CD teaches your child history as the skull projects some of Indiana’s most famous moments, along with history’s biggest archaeological finds through its “glowing eye.” At US$39.99 this October, it’s probably not the most bang you can get for your toy buck. But that skull is probably the finest piece of edutainment we’ve seen this side of the 80s. [Indiana Jones Shop via nerd approved] More »
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Pocket Spelling Bee Looks Suspiciously Familiar
11:40AM Sean Fallon | Franklin’s new Pocket Spelling Bee was unveiled at the NYC Toy Fair this week and despite its more than passing resemblance to the Sony Mylo, it appears to be a solid educational toy. The device allows kids to compete against one another or the computer in a spelling showdown for supremacy. More »
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