Other Toys

The giga ball is a giant, inflatable sphere that kids can crawl inside of and roll around in. This toy can be used indoors and outdoors, but should not be used by a pool or body of water, because...

The most basic move on a tech deck -- the one which all other moves are built around -- is the Ollie. This article will teach you the slightly more advanced inverse of the move: the Nollie. An...

The Red Rider BB gun is a classic toy from a bygone age. Many still enjoy using this BB gun, although it has changed very little since it was first created. The Red Rider BB gun can be modified by...

Fingerboards, or miniature skateboards, are fun toys that can be customized just like a full-sized skateboard. The grip tape, which is on the top of the board, is used to keep the users fingers...

Paintball guns are very popular among sport enthusiasts who do not want to go hunting with real guns. The paintball gun is used to target human opponents in "capture the flag" type games and is a...

Koosh balls were invented in 1986 by a father who wanted to have a ball his kids could catch in their hands easily. They are covered with about 2000 rubber filaments that look like short thick...

Wiping out with your Tech Deck won't cause any broken legs or sprained ankles, but your deck may sustain lasting damage. Its trucks can break and its wheels can chip. Replacement parts are sold...

A tech deck is a type of miniature skateboard on which you use your fingers to simulate skateboard tricks and stunts. When performing certain tricks, it is often necessary to keep your fingers...

Tying a yo-yo string is the first step to using a yo-yo correctly. Using a simple loop is one of the first mistakes that many fledling yo-yo artists make. Instead, using a slip knot will keep the...

How to set up your new or different trampoline and make it safer than most.

The same Christmas tree for the same year. It's so boring. Why don't you try to make something special for this year? How about the magic Christmas tree which will bloom like the real tree. Your...

Zhu Zhu Pets are one of the most sought after toys for the holidays this year. They are extremely hard to find in stores, especially online. They are battery operated hamsters that are almost...

The world of skateboarding fits in the palm of your hand with Tech Decks. These miniaturized skateboards are moved with your fingers acting as your legs and can be used to perform the same tricks...

Tech Decks are miniaturized skateboards, called "fingerboards", which are used to perform tricks on flat surfaces. Tech Deck players can make use of any area with a flat surface including table...

Building your own lightsaber that beams up can be great fun for Star Wars fans of all ages. Lightsabors are easy to make, relatively inexpensive and something the kids can help with. You should...

Pressed steel toys represent a bygone age when plastic wasn't the prevalent material in toys. Because pressed steel toys are old, the paint in most cases has chipped and flaked off. Additionally,...

You can use compressed air/CO2 canisters for a variety of applications, from paintball guns and accessories to pellet rifles. However, getting the compressed air/CO2 canisters filled each time by...

Need a new idea to keep your children occupied during a long car trip? This easy to make hide and seek bottle toy will keep them busy for hours. It takes only minutes to make and is economical...

Everyone is looking for easy and frugal gifts this year so here is the first in a series of ideas that I will be presenting. All are easy, cheap and can be quite impressive even if you can't sew...

The Hello Kitty 1.3 MP VGA digital camera is an affordable and easy-to-use camera that is perfect for children who want to learn about photography and have fun doing it. The camera is made by...

If you are shopping for kids this holiday seasons, then there is a good chance you have already heard of Zhu Zhu Pets Hamsters. Formerly known as Go-Go pets these adorable realistic hamsters are...

Magnetic toys can pose hazards to children. These toys may contain small magnetized parts, such as balls. They may contain larger magnetic rods, but these parts may still be small enough for...

Chromium Crusher herb grinders serve to break up herbs such as tobacco into fine, small pieces. Herb grinders are especially useful if you roll your own cigarettes or cigars because the evenly...

If you or your child has a collection of hand puppets, you know that they make great decorations as well as fun toys. Puppets can be displayed on individual stands or over drinking glasses of the...

Bubble machines are toys designed to create a stream of bubbles in which children can play. These machines pump air through a circular form which has been soaked in solution to fill the bubbles. ...

Swimming in pools is a way to stay cool during the warmer months of the year. Of course, if an ordinary pool isn't good enough for you there are several ways to enhance it, including the addition...

Do your children like to pretend they're secret agents? You can enhance their play with the Spy Gear Ultimate Spy Watch. The Spy Watch functions as a standard watch, but includes many accessories...

This eHow will teach you a great way to shoot bottle caps to a distance of a bout 15 feet. Please be aware that this eHow is not to teach you how to hurt people with the bottle cap, just merely a...

Paint spray guns can greatly increase your accuracy and decrease the time it takes to paint a car, room or other surface. But they can become clogged and require proper cleaning for operation. For...

Box cars are fun craft projects that kids and parents can construct together out of simple craft items like a box, tape and paint. These can all be bought inexpensively or sometimes found around...

A cam is a wheel on an axle that is offset from the center of the wheel, so that when it rotates on its axis the majority of the wheel will be above or below the axle. They typically work with a...

If you are looking to make an explosive entrance to a party, or just want to let loose and celebrate, a confetti cannon might do the trick. Confetti cannons are pneumatically powered devices that...

Model blimps are easy to build model aircraft. Built primarily for indoor flight, a model blimp is a slow-flying, quiet and safe model that's usable by hobbyists of all ages. The simplicity of...

The Tele Vue Air Chair is an adjustable observation stool for labs and schools. The Air Chair uses an installed air piston to adjust the height of the stool. Setting up an Air Chair takes only a...

The Wild Planet XP-4 Spy Pen is a pen with several accessories for children who want to pretend to be a spy. Among the many accessories are a motion detector, flash light and a light tube that...

Paper airplanes are often created with standard letter paper although squares of origami paper can be folded into small, fast and decorative paper airplanes. With practice, you will be able to...

Plastic is a very popular material to use in toys of all types. It is easily formed and can be cast in a variety of colors, and most forms are non-toxic. As plastics age, they must be kept clean...

Science has served to advance our understanding of the world, leading to the discoveries of medicines and exploration of unknown environments. Since the advent of NASA and the space program in the...

The amazing bendable bouncing rubber was invented in 1943 amid fears of a rubber shortage. Silly Putty's release to the public was not until 1950 and since then has been sent to space, exhibited...

With the right toy, a kid can be entertained for hours. (Well, at least for a few minutes.) Mechanical toys are some of the best toys for children because they can teach them about cause and...

Tamagotchi Connection is a game that is played on a key chain. To play the game you create a baby Tamagotchi, which is a virtual pet; you feed it, play with it and care for it throughout its life....

The Playskool Rose Petal Cottage is a wildly popular toy for little girls that helps them to imagine their own world where they are in charge. They can rearrange furniture, play pretend and take...

A paper airplane capable of flying a long distance requires a well thought out design and careful attention to detail during assembly. One sheet of standard copy paper will provide enough weight...

Remember Gak on Nickelodeon or playing with this slimy goo when you were younger? My family loves playing with this stuff. Here is a recipe for this fun alternative to play dough. Your kids...

The light sensor is a unique tool that can come in handy for numerous uses such as measuring objects and detecting objects. The tool is used in labs for scientists, in offices for the general work...

Have you ever wanted a Happy Meal toy, without the Happy Meal? You might want to save yourself the embarrassment of ordering a Happy Meal for yourself, or maybe you just don't want the extra food....

LEGO sets are entertaining because you can follow directions to use LEGOs to create structures, cars and even scenes from movies and television shows. LEGO sets can be pricey, but they come with...

Looking to add a few more Beanie Babies to your collection? TY is coming out with new Beanie Babies at an alarming rate. It can be hard to keep up with all the different beanie babies. Most people...

Radio-controlled thermal gliders are enthusiast-level models that are flown when released from warm, high areas such as mountainsides. The radio device controls servos on the glider that adjust...

Nerf guns are toy guns that shoot soft darts at targets. Safe for indoor play, the foam darts are rugged and reusable. There are wide ranges of retail Nerf guns available, from pistols to auto...