My Xmas List — Gift Ideas for Kids

Some friends asked for holiday gifts for kids, so I figured I'd post here in case others found it useful.

For the budding electronics hacker: LittleBits are a sure win.
MakeyMakey is also a lot of fun, allowing ordinary objects to easily be turned into inputs on your computer.
For tactile play and an open API to make your own games (in Python!), check out Sifteo.
For crafty building with cardboard and other household materials use Makedo.
Check out the "Legos for adults" by Makeblock.
For early experimenting with robots a Thymio is a good start.
For the aspiring drone operator, a Turnigy quadcopter is a solid low cost solution. You can also print your own quadcopter chassis.
Makie Lab — design your own doll.
My Robot Nation — design your very own toy robot.
Mixee Me — make your own figure.
Figure Prints — have your Minecraft designs printed.
For more fun: Fat Brain Toys!

Brent Bushnell