Funny Gifts for Kids

Today, many parents are faced with their children spending too much time in front of the television or computer. The INVASION of video games and Gameboys restrict imagination, group participation and physical activity for children. Today, children do not understand non-electronic, gadget filled playtime. They require some form of toy that requires no true use of their powers to create an enjoyable interaction with friends or family.

The following gifts may be considered to give your child a fun-filled, enjoyable activity that demands him or her to create a reason to play with the gift. That is , how best to utilize the gift other than just clicking keys, racking up points and yes, destroying some non-existant kingdom, person or group.

Children have CDs or DVDs, instead of just storing them in the family entertainment cabinet or on the shelf, why not look at a Hamburger CD Case. Yes, this hamburger-shaped pockets hold up to 24 CDs or DVDs and has a zipper closure. Resonably priced under thirteen dollars.

Here is a fun gift that demands participation, the Giga Ball..... a jumbo inflatable ball large enough to crawl inside, roll across the yard, it bounces and spins. The Giga Ball is made from sturdy heavy-gauge vinyl, honeycomb cushiony design with see-through windows, holding up to 150 pounds. Requires hand or electric pump. Priced under $100.

Give your child the feeling of walking on the moon! Give Moon Shoes, allows children to leap higher and farther, considered the original mini trampoilne for feet. Your child will defy gravity, while improving coordination and balance. Hey mom, dad, moon shoes can be used by adults up to 180 pounds. Priced under $50.

What can kids do on those rainy, snowy days? Why not color? Not just those boring, traditional coloring books, but creative,images. Images Coloring Book Set provides a never-ending variety of pictures, forms, and patterns just waiting to be colored. As color is applied to the design, imagies will pop out and encourage your child to explore the page. Price of 4 book set, under $30.

Why not give a Plush Tissue Holder, not the old square box? Plush Sports Balls, Baseballs, Footballs, or Basketballs, mad of 100% poly. Priced under $10.

Buzzerks Mantis Green-tinted Praying Mantis Glasses Look like a Mantis, see like a Mantis. These glasses give you a bug's eye view of the world. Barnes & Noble Priced $12.

Fun Finger Puppet Sets includes four puppets with an interactive CD and backdrop mat to color. Priced $20.

Go Go Gadgets Wind up Toys. Brazilian designed gadgets operated by string or wind up mechanism, these toys will bring giggles and fun to all. Katita, The Hero and Oahaca are made of metal, watch them skitter, hop and gyrate. Sold separately, Price $10.

Talking Jokemaster Jr. by Excalibur Keep your children laughling, Laff Box, tells hundreds of kid-tickling jokes, Press its red nose and Laff Box tells another funny joke. Price around $25.

Parents remember, whatever the age of your child, you can find laughter, fun and excitement-filled toys. Give the gift of laughter, you will cherish the sound.