Your kids are basically never too young to start learning and playing with the latest technology, electronics, and tech gadgets. If you’re stumped on what type of tech gift to get them based on their age, don’t sweat it. We’ve come up with a bunch of perfect presents for a wide variety of their fun ages and curious stages.
We’ve come up with so many gift guides for your kiddos based on their ages and stages. Whether you’re looking for the latest most sought-after toy, something for your cute little one year old, the pesky terrible twos, the trickiest of three year olds or even your independent ten year old – we’ve really covered it all.
And while we’ve created the ultimate tech gift guide for adults, we wanted to focus on the latest tech ideas for your kids as well. There may be a little overlap when it comes to the type of tech item, usually the one geared towards your children are more “kid-friendly” than the adult version (things like the Amazon Echo, Kindle Paperwhite, Fire Tablet – etc).
When it comes to technology, overall, kids these days are way ahead of their parents and grandparents. They know how to use smartphones and tablets, and they’re quickly learning how to code and create websites and apps. No, for real.
But that doesn’t mean that kids don’t need help when it comes to technology. In fact, there are a lot of great resources out there that can help kids learn more about technology. Some of the more popular ones include:
1. Code.org is a website that helps kids learn how to code. They have tutorials and games that make coding fun and easy to understand.
2. Scratch is a programming language that lets kids create their own interactive stories, games, and animations.
3. Tynker is a site that helps kids learn how to code by creating their own games and puzzles.
4. Wonderopolis has tons of articles and videos about all sorts of topics, including technology.
So if your kids are interested in learning more about technology, be sure to check out some of these great resources! And when it comes to the actual tech gadgets, electronics and overall techie-approved gifts this year we’re seeing a lot of smart devices, games, tablets, and even a pretty smart Segway that’ll let the kiddos get around the yard (and other places) a whole lot more fun.
Without further ado, check out our picks for some of the hottest kid-approved (and requested) tech ideas this year!
1. The Kindle For Kids
Amazon
Perfect For Ages: 7+
This must-have Kindle is geared specifically for your kids and is one of the most popular ebook readers on the market. It’s perfect for reading books, comics, and other digital content.
This one comes with a 7-inch color display, which makes it easy to read books, comics, and other digital content. Plus, the display is durable and scratch-resistant. So, if your kids are hard on their stuff, this ebook reader can take a beating. Not literally (but close!).
One of the helpful features is the built-in light. This means that your kids can read in low light conditions. Plus, the light is adjustable. So, if your kids want to read in the dark, they can turn up (or down) the light. Overall it comes with 8GB of storage, which really is enough to store thousands of ebooks. Plus, you can expand the storage with a microSD card. So, if they need more storage, they can add a microSD card.
The battery life is pretty impressive (up to 6 weeks on a full charge). So, if you’re going on a long trip, they won’t have to worry about running out of power! Plus, it comes with a USB cable, so charging the device is super easy.
2. The Fire HD Tablet Specifically for Kids
Amazon
Perfect For Ages: 6+
This is the tablet your kids need this season. It’s a top seller from Amazon and comes with a super protective case in either blue, pink, or purple and has 32 GB of storage. Keep in mind this isn’t a toy, it’s the real-deal. It also has easy to use parental controls, a kid-safe browser, and over 20,000 games, books, shows, educational apps, movies and more to choose from. The best part is their return policy. If within the first two years it breaks, just send it back, and they’ll replace it.
3. The JIMU Astrobot Coding Kit Series
UBETCH
Perfect For Ages: 8+
The JIMU Robot Astrobot Series: Cosmos Kit is a great way to get your kids into robotics and coding. The kit includes everything you need to build your own robot, including a controller, motors, and sensors. Overall, the instructions are pretty easy to follow and the whole process is very user/kid-friendly. If you have smaller kids, a parent may need to help them out – while the older kids could probably handle this one themselves.
This cute and fun little robot is capable of performing a variety of tasks, such as moving around, picking up objects, and avoiding obstacles. You can also program it to do more complex things like playing music or controlling other devices! There are over 387 different parts so sky is the limit when it comes to what they want to build and what they’ll want it to do.
This kit is a great way to learn about robotics and coding, and have a lot of fun at the same time!
4. The Sphero Mini Robot Ball
Sphero
Perfect For Ages: 8+
The size of a ping-pong ball, the Sphero Mini is the cutest and smartest programmable robot ball there is! It comes with a gyroscope, accelerometer, and really colorful LED lights. Here’s where the STEM comes in. You can learn to code, play games with it, drive it, teach it to make it through an obstacle course you build and so much more. It comes with bowling pins and little traffic cones as well, which can be to play with or use as a little course for him/her to make it through. Check it out in over 8 different colors. One even looks like a soccer ball!
5. The Singing Machine Bluetooth Karaoke For Kids
Singing Machine
Perfect For Ages: 3+
Looking for a karaoke machine that will get the party started for your kids and family overall? Check out the Singing Machine SML385UW Bluetooth Karaoke System. This all-in-one system includes everything you need to get the fun started, including two wired microphones, a 7″ color LCD display, built-in speakers and54 LED disco lights. Plus, it streams music wirelessly from your Bluetooth device, so you can keep the tunes going all night long, which may be fun for your kiddos and an absolute nightmare for you. Perhaps you can gift this one to some other family. #Revenge
6. Oral-B Kids “Star Wars” Electric Toothbrush
Oral-B
Perfect For Ages: 3+
You may be thinking that an electric toothbrush is on the lame side when it comes to a tech gift, but hear us out. The Oral-B kids electric toothbrush is really the perfect for kids, especially when you’re trying to make toothbrushing fun. Add in a Star Wars character and they may think it’s more of a toy so, well, just go with it. Some of Oral-B’s benefits include:
- It’s really very gentle on teeth and gums, which is great especially for kiddos who brush too hard.
- It’ll help remove plaque and bacteria from teeth and gums.
- It’s very easy to use, especially for the little ones and when it comes to price it’s a lot cheaper than many other electric options on the market.
7. The Meditation Toy Mouse
Fisher-Price
Perfect For Ages: 2 – 5+
You know we love all things mindfulness and meditation around here, so we had to include the popular Meditation Mouse that provides calming sounds and even guided meditations that are simple enough for 2 – 5 year olds to follow along with. This cute little mouse has a tummy that lights up to help calm and comfort your little one. Plus, there are three different options to choose from so you can decide if they need some extra relaxation during the day, something to help them wind down and get ready for bed, or nighttime soothing sounds.
8. The Segway Ninebot Electric Scooter For Kids
Segway
Perfect For Ages: 8+
Looking for a fun, intelligent and safe way for kids to get around? This futuristic scooter has sensors that keep it upright, so even if your kiddo leans too far to one side, the Segway will adjust itself accordingly! It can go up to 8.7 mph and a distance of 8 miles on a full charge. It even has 4 types of smart voice reminders, 4 smart protection mechanisms, and 3 core high-standard components.
9. CLOCKY the Rolling Jumping Alarm Clock
Clocky
Perfect For Ages: 8+
CLOCKY is the alarm clock on wheels that will make sure your kiddos actually wake up on time! This unique (and pretty fun) alarm clock rolls away and hides when their alarm goes off, making it impossible to snooze and go back to sleep. It’s really a great idea for any kid who has trouble waking up in the morning, or just wants a more interesting way to start their day. We think it’s the perfect revenge for when your kids stay up way too late and don’t listen to you. Just us?
10. The Flashing Cube Electronic Memory & Brain Game
Winning Fingers
Perfect For Ages: 6 – 12
Does your kiddo have what it takes to be a champion at the Winning Fingers Flashing Cube Electronic Memory & Brain Game? At least they’ll have a blast trying! This fast-paced game is perfect for kids of all ages (and even us adults too) who love a challenge. The object of the game is to remember where the flashing lights are and then replicate the pattern. The faster you can do it, the better your score will be. So put your memory and reflexes to the test and see if you can become the next champion!
11. The DEERC D20 Mini Drone For Kids
DEERC
Perfect For Ages: 7+
You can never go wrong with a drone, especially one that’s geared towards kids who are obsessed with all things flying! This mini drone is the perfect pick for those who are looking for a small and lightweight drone that is easy to fly. The DEERC D20 mini drone has a flight time of up to 20 minutes, comes with a camera that can take HD video and photos, can be activated by voice, and you can even map out a flight pattern from your smartphone!
12. The Nintendo Switch Lite
Nintendo
Perfect For Ages: 7+
The Nintendo Switch Lite is the fun must-have handheld gaming device that’s part of the Nintendo Switch family – and is a cheaper, smaller alternative to the original Nintendo Switch. It can only be used in handheld mode and does not come with a dock or Joy-Con controllers – it has integrated controls instead, which makes it perfect for playing on the go, but some of the Switch’s best features are absent.
Despite its limitations, the Switch Lite is still a great choice for gamers looking for a dedicated handheld device. It comes with all the same features and games as the standard Switch, just without the ability to play them on a TV or use motion controls. Some of the best games for the Switch Lite include “The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening,” “Super Mario Odyssey,” and “Pokémon Sword and Shield.” These games all make great use of the Switch Lite’s portability and offer hours of fun gameplay.
13. The Mokoqi Star Light Projector
Mokoqi
Perfect For Ages: 2+
You’ll be astonished at the stars you see with this projector! The Mokoqi Star Light Projector is a fun and relaxing way to view the stars, by projecting a map of the stars onto your ceiling or walls so you can explore the universe from the comfort of your own home. It even comes with 12 different calming music options, which is said to help relax your little ones and lull them to sleep. You can even set it on a timer to go off at a certain time or basically let it run all night long.
14. The Echo Dot For Kids
Amazon
Perfect For Ages: 3+
The Echo Dot for kids is – as you guessed – the kid-friendly version of the super popular Echo Dot. It’s the voice-controlled device that allows kids to play games, ask questions, and control smart devices in their home. The device comes with a free app that parents can use to monitor their child’s activity and set limits on what they can do with the device. It also has a built-in microphone and speaker, so kids can use it to call family and friends hands-free (with your supervision of course!) You can choose from the friendly tiger or the cute-as-can-be panda version.
TECH GIFTS FOR KIDS 5, 6 & 7 YEARS OLD
Whether they’re 5, 6 or 7 years old – yes – there are some tech ideas that are perfect for this cute and curious age group. We’ve come up with a few of our favorites for each of those ages below. From personal experience, when our nephew was 7 years old he was obsessed with the VTech KidiZoom Camera so he could make and edit a bunch of videos that were pretty funny and total overall nonsense.
IDEAS FOR 8 – 12 YEARS OLD
Finding the prefect present that’s gadget related for kiddos anywhere from 8 years old to 12 years old can be a bit tricky. We tried to stay away from anything with screen time and focus more on gadgets that are fun and something they can actually learn a little from too.
KID-APPROVED DRONES
You can never go wrong with a drone, especially ones that are kid-friendly – meaning they’re built and created for kids and some younger ones that are total drone beginners. We hand-picked a few of the current top sellers perfect for children at just about every age and stage.
SMART WATCHES FOR KIDS
Looking for an age-appropriate smart watch and/or fitness trackers? We’ve chosen a few of our favorites that are geared towards children who love tech and want to still be able to take pictures, play videos, play games, use some fitness features like steps taken, and more. For the real little ones, you can’t go wrong with VTech. But we also chose some for the older kids too. The best part? Right now all of these smart watches are all under $60!
IF THEY LIKE MUSIC + TECHNOLOGY
Who doesn’t love a little singalong of some kind? We’ve chosen three of the most popular musical gadget ideas perfect for the little on who’s definitely the next big star (in their mind anyway!).
