Educational gift idea! Here’s an award-winning DNA science kit that features 20 different experiments. Lab supplies included. Provides hands-on learning. Ages 10 and up. $34.95. Order from MindWare.

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Here’s what to get your brainy little chemist! This Chem C1000 Chemistry kit contains 75 experiments, safety glasses, and all chemicals and equipment needed. Ages 10 and up. $89.95. Order from MindWare.

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Great gift idea for fans of the Discovery Channel MythBusters show. Choose from 3 Experiment kits, each only $19.95: Forces of Flight, Weird World of Water, or Power of Air Pressure. Great fun and educational too. Order from MindWare.

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Cute learning game! This cute kids’ Secret Agent kit is designed like a vault with reprogrammable coded lock. Kit has 50 challenges and mysteries. Ages 8 and up. $19.95. Order from MindWare.

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Perfect gift for the kid that has everything! …bet he doesn’t have this! These world’s smallest hovercrafts feature durable foam construction, joystick controls, and built-in rechargeable battery. Requires 8 AA batteries. Ages 8+. $49.95. Order from Hammacher Schlemmer.

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This is a great educational project kit with over 59 fun experiments, including setting up a security alarm and voice changing activities. Features a real integrated circuit and 60-page project guide. Ages 10 and up. $49.95. Order from MindWare.

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What a perfect, nostalgic gift for the holiday! These comfortable recreational figure skates have Thinsulate insulation for warmth and adjustable base that slides up to three sizes for growth. Includes skate bag for storage. $79. Sizes S (11-13), M (1-3), and L (4-6). Available in Powder Blue or Graphite. Adult sizes available for $99. Order from LLBean.

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This is a more grown-up version of that marble run that your kid loved as a toddler.  This Mega Marble Mania toy has a motorized power lift and sounds along with all the marble action your son or daughter will love.  For ages 8 and up.  1AA battery required.  Order from HearthSong.

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Give the gift of art with these beautiful seasonal snowflakes!  Or keep it on hand for a fun winter afternoon activity.  This kit provides great fun and long-lasting holiday decorations.  Kit makes up to ten snowflakes in two sizes.  Ages 9 and up.  $24.98.  Order from HearthSong.

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This award-winning toy teaches kids about hydrodynamics as they build working models using plastic pipes, siphons, and tanks.  Contains 300 pieces, including a tray to prevent spills.   Ages 10 and up.  Order from Hammacher Schlemmer.  $89.95.

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