gifts for kids

transformer voice changer helmet

Elfster — Sat, 15 Dec 2007 12:00:04 +0000

Transformer Voice Changing Helmet $60. I remember watching Transformers cartoons on t.v. as a kid and thinking it was dope... Compared to the animation they produce today? It's crazy how sophisticated these things have become. Licensed toys also evolved dramatically. This Transformer Voice Changing helmet would have been on my Santa's list if it were available back then... But then again, if it existed back when, it would have cost a thousand bucks or something insane. Today, it's $60, which is such a great price for what you get.

water-powered clock

kristine — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 13:39:56 +0000

The clock requires no batteries. Simply add water to the back reservoir and the clock will run for a few weeks. Adding flowers will take away water and shorten the life cycle , but it'll look very nifty. $13 at ThinkGeek.

clocky the run-away

Elfster — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 06:32:44 +0000

This is the gift they will love and despise, each and every morning. Clocky is a little alarm bot clock that runs away from you when you try to hit the snooze button. I know a few people who qualify for this gift, don't you? $45-$50 at Amazon.

space-age ant habitat

Elfster — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 06:24:11 +0000

Derived from a 2003 NASA experiment, this fascinating gel serves both as habitat and nutrition for your pet ants (ships directly to your home). The aquarium is 100% self-sustaining, so no worries about feeding or cleaning. The Ant Habitat Kit includes magnifying glass and extreme zoom lens for close-up viewing. $29.99