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Kids usually have a good list of gifts they would like for Christmas, birthday or other occasions, but sometimes you want to surprise them with something different. Or maybe you specifically want to give them a gift that will also be an educational tool.

Among the options of educational gifts for kids are books. Books are a good idea for several reasons. They are an inexpensive gift, for those on a budget, that can open up a whole new world for the kid reading it. They inspire creativity as the kids imagine the world they are reading about, but they also help kids learn the language and sentence structure.

Board games can made a great family, joint or individual gift. They provide a fun way for the family to interact while teaching at the same time so you're able to spend quality family time and feel good because you know the kids are learning skills at the same time. When the kids are younger the games will teach very basic skills like counting and waiting for your turn, but as they get older and the games get more complex you kids may actually challenge you!

For the curious kids who likes to know how things work you may want to consider gifts that are science-related. Something like a chemistry set that will allow them to have an interactive learning environment with some basic elements. Or maybe a starter telescope that allows you to see the rings around Jupiter or have a better view of the moon.

Another good educational kids gift idea is a hobby or craft kit. This includes things like a model car kit or a kit showing how to make bracelets. Kids can get absorbed in these activities for hours. This can help them learn to focus and concentrate. Then when they finish a project they feel a sense of accomplishment with the item they have created.

Most kids love music, so music related gifts can be a big hit. This can include a musical instrument from something simple like a kazoo or kids xylophone to something bigger like a set of drums or a guitar. Introduction to instruments can help foster an interest in playing music which could stay with them for a lifetime. But a kids musical gift can be something more basic like a cd of the kid's favorite performer or something new and fun they haven't heard of yet.

Kids video games are often a big hit with kids. Not only are they fun but they can also be educational. They can help with hand-eye coordination and they can also help stimulate analytical thought with the use of puzzle solving. Games for younger kids help with basic skills like basic math or language, while games for the older kids can start helping with more complex skills. Many games are multi-player so the kids can also enjoy them with friends or family.

A watch can make a good gift for kids of any age or gender. You can find a wide variety of kids watches available in different designs, colors, styles and even price ranges. They are made for the very young just learning to tell time all the way to those nearing adulthood. Some of the watches are pretty simple, but others offer a good range of features like being waterproof or having a stopwatch.

Regardless of what you end up buying, have fun shopping!

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