Whatever you're searching and shopping for--a gift for a toddler or a teen, or for a birthday or a bar mitzvah--look for a toy that promotes physical fitness and play. Sometimes a new game or toy is just the push a child needs to really get active. These lists contain the best of the best kids' toys for active play and fitness.
Active Toys for the Whole Family
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These picks include classic and new games, toys low-tech and high, and gear for outdoors and inside. They appeal to preschoolers, pre-teens, and parents alike.
Best Kids' Toys: School-Agers
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As you shop for holiday and birthday gifts, make physical activity a priority. Keep kids equipped with the latest gear for their favorite sports, stock their bookshelves with biographies and how-tos, and consider these cool games and toys too.
Best Kids' Toys: Toddlers and Preschoolers
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For little kids, toys are essential to growth, learning, and development. When you choose toys for children, make sure you select some active toys along with ABC books and cuddly toys for pretend play.
Best Kids' Toys: Small Size, Lower Cost
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Try these small-size, big-fun ideas for stocking stuffers, party prizes, Easter baskets, behavior incentives--all those times when you need a little gift that makes a big impact (and encourages physical fitness too).
Best Kids' Toys: Ride-on Toys
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Whether she's learning to walk, ride a bike, or maneuver a high-tech scooter, your child will get a kick out of these cool ride-on toys. From baby beginners to big-kid buffs, there is something here for everyone. Play in the backyard or take them to and from school to add active play to your child's day.
Super Snow Toys
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Don't let snow, cold, and ice keep you inside. These snow toys encourage lots of active outdoor playtime.
Outdoor Toys for Older Kids
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Encourage kids to get out and get active with these top picks for school-age kids, tweens, and teens (and hey, parents too; join the fun!). Find some new twists on classics like catch and archery, and kids' favorite brands luring them outdoors too.
Outdoor Toys for Toddlers and Preschoolers
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Move 'em out! These toys are especially designed to encourage toddlers and preschoolers to get outside and run, climb, throw, catch, and dig.
Best Kids' Toys: Water Toys
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Kids and water are always an energetic combination; add water toys and pool games and the activity level kicks up an extra notch. Whether you have a pool, lake, beach, or just a garden hose, try one of these cool water toys to make hot days more fun.
Video Games for the Whole Family
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Looking for some cool additions to your game collection? These titles might fit the bill; many are available on several platforms (including my favorite motion-activated player, the Wii).
