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Best Christmas Gifts for Women 2017

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Best Christmas Gifts for Women 2017 – What will you get that special woman in your life this Christmas? Whether it is your wife, sister, mother or grandma; shopping for Christmas gifts for women can be quite the uphill battle. However, we have your back this year with our top 10 list of gift ideas for women.

1. Nest Cam Indoor security Camera

Why not give the woman in your life as well as yourself the peace of mind they need to know that they are safe at home by getting the Nest Cam Indoor security Camera?

Nest Cam Indoor security Camera

The security camera comes with a glass lens offering a 130-degree angle view and it also comes with night vision. With 1080p HD recording, the security cam offers 24/7 live coverage. Install the Nest app and get alerts of activity detected sent to you via email or phone alerts with accompanying photos.

The camera also comes with an in-built microphone and speaker, allowing you to listen and remotely speak in to get someone’s attention!

2. Wonder Woman Character Apron

Transform that beloved cook in your life into a super hero this Christmas with the Wonder Woman Character Apron.

The women in our lives are our heroes and what better way to let them know about this than dressing them up for the part?  The apron is made using Polyester and it is machine washable. The apron will stylishly transform her into Wonder Woman as she whips up delectable meals in the kitchen or during outdoor barbecues.

3. Epica Personal Blender with Take-Along Bottle

The women in our lives are health conscious and what better way to help them stick to their goals by getting them the Epica Personal Blender with Take-Along Bottle?

The 250-watts blender comes with a powerful 23,000-RPM motor featuring 4 heavy-duty sharp stainless steel blades. It can chop, puree, mix, whip and blend cold cocktails, smoothies and protein shakes. The 20-ounce sealable to-go mug that it comes with is the selling point of this blender.

4. Hana Harvest Scented Candles Premium Gift

There is nothing as relaxing as a hot bubbly bath complete with scented candles after a long day. Make her feel pampered with the Hana Harvest Scented Candles Premium Gift set.

The set comes with 5 handmade candle products including a stylishly sculpted candle holder, tea- lights (Maple and Vanilla) and tin candles (Pomegranate and Jasmine scented). The candles are lead, soy and wax free.

5. My Audio Pet – Mini Bluetooth Wireless Speaker

Everyone loves a little music and for the women in our life, they love listening to music while cooking or taking a bath. Get them My Audio Pet – Mini Bluetooth Speaker to enable them to indulge when they want to on their favorite music.

The cute audio devices come in 6 mini-animal designs including a Panda, Bear, Cat, Dog, Mouse and Pig design. It wirelessly connects to tablets, smartphones and other Bluetooth-enabled audio devices. It features an in-built microphone allowing hands-free use when needed.

The speaker connects via Bluetooth to activate the Selfie feature on cameras to take photos as well as videos.

6. Old Shanghai Women’s Kimono Long Robe

Every woman needs a stylish robe and the Old Shanghai Woman’s Kimono Long Robe is precisely what she needs.

The robe is polyester made, featuring a continuous print design with French seam finishing. It also comes with pockets, side slits, sash closures and belt loops. This is what she needs to don on a relaxing, pampering day at home or it can also function as a light wrap for one of those warm days.

7. Simple Modern Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Wave Bottle

For that health and fitness oriented woman in your life, the Simple Modern Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Wave Bottle is the ideal Christmas Gift.

The bottle features a double vacuum insulated wall to maintain the temperature of drinks for 12 hours (hot drinks) to 24 hours (cold drinks). Its exterior is sweat-free, which eliminates the problem of getting desks wet. The stainless steel-made bottle fits snuggly in cup holders, coming in a 17oz narrow size.

8. Teabloom Blooming Tea Set

The Teabloom Blooming Tea Set is the ideal Christmas gift for women who love tea! This Glass Teapot set will undoubtedly transform teatime into an elegant affair.

The set features an elegant glass teapot (34 oz.), a canister with 12 tea balls, a tea pot warmer and 4 double-wall 3.4 oz. glasses. The teapot also comes with a strainer and works well with both flowering and bagged tea balls. It is dishwasher, stovetop and microwave safe.

9. Down Jacket: Orolay Women’s Thickened Down Jacket & Columbia Women’s Mighty Lite Hooded Jacket

Make sure she is warm during the cold Christmas season with a special Down Jacket.  The Orolay Women’s Down Jacket or Columbia Women’s Mighty Lite Hooded Jacket will do.

The Orolay Down Jacket comes in a flattering length and features unique stylish crumples. It is made using polyester material with a 60% higher density than what you would normally find in the market. It comes in Green, Black, Beige and Gray color options.

The Columbia Mighty Lite Jacket is polyester-made, features a quilted hoodie, a Drawstring adjustable hem and a full front zipper. The jacket also has vertical pockets as well as zipped media pockets on the inside.

10. Amopé Pedi Perfect Luxury Pedicure Gift Set

Pamper her feet with the Amopé Pedi Perfect Luxury Pedicure set. The electronic foot file is designed to effectively and gently buff away hard skin leaving your feet smooth and soft.

The foot file set comes with a standard coarse head, an extra coarse head and a soft touch finishing head. The Amopé Extra Rich Cream Recovery Cream is included with the package along with a glass Amopé-branded nail file.

With a list of 10 of the best Christmas gifts for women, you are guaranteed to make the women in your life quite happy this year. Also, these gift ideas for women will have you sorted out if you need to give out multiple presents to that special woman, because sometimes just one gift won’t cut it!

Best Christmas Gifts for Men 2017

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Top 10 Best Gifts for Men 2017 – Hottest Gifts for Him 2017

Best Christmas Gifts for Men 2017, The countdown for Christmas has started, and everyone is up and about trying to find the perfect Christmas gifts for loved ones. You probably know how difficult it can be shopping for Christmas gifts for men. Let’s help you solve that problem with our top 10 list of gift ideas for men.

1.Fitbit Alta Fitness Tracker

What would you get that man in your life who is serious about exercise this Christmas? How about getting them the FitBit Alta Fitness Tracker?

The full feature fitness tracker offers Step Counting, Distance Tracking, Sleep Tracking, Calorie counting and Active Minutes functions. The Smart Track feature it comes with automatically tracks and records exercises without having to press a button or select a mode. It automatically syncs to iOS, Windows and Android devices via the wireless Bluetooth 4.0 Technology, with a 20 feet range.

You don’t have to worry too much about sweat, rain damage or accidental splashes because it is water resistant. With these and many other features, including call/text/calendar alerts, any fitness lover will absolutely love this tracker.

2. UE ROLL 2 Wireless Portable Bluetooth Speaker

There is always a need for portable speakers and for the man who loves their music on the go, get them the UE Roll 2 Wireless Portable Bluetooth Speaker.

The speaker comes in a compact disc shape offering a 3600 sound experience, which works well both indoors and outdoors. It is compatible with tablets, smartphones and other devices for audio playback over a 100ft radius.

It is waterproof and can be submerged up to 1-meter depths for a maximum of 30 minutes. This is a great multi-functional portable speaker for use in virtually any location.

3. Burt’s Bees Men’s Gift Set

Who said men don’t need a little TLC for their skin? Well you can get them started off with the Burt’s Bees Men’s Gift Set.

The set comes with 5 natural products including a Beeswax Lip Balm, Shaving Cream, Aftershave, Hand Salve and Body Wash. The products are presented in a handsome tin and this is a gift you want to give to your granddad, dad or husband.

4. 45 Degree Latitude Stainless Steel Insulated Water Bottle

That active man in your life needs a good water bottle to hold their drink, and the 45 degree Latitude Stainless Steel Insulated Water Bottle is that bottle.

The insulated 64 OZ bottle is designed to keep water, beer and soda cold for up to 24 hours, and keep hot beverages hot for up to 12 hours. It comes with a matte exterior, which doesn’t sweat and stays dry throughout use.

The great thing about this dual-use bottle is that hot beverages do not transfer heat to the exterior of the bottle neither do cold drinks transfer condensation. It is accompanied with 6 colored bands to help you customize the bottle to your liking.

5. Gioberti Mens Sherpa Lined Pull Zip Fleece Hoodie Jacket

Christmas just happens to fall during one of the coldest seasons, and the Gioberti Mens Sherpa Pull Zip Fleece Hoodie Jack is what you need to keep that man in your life warm.

The polyester made jacket features a full zip closure, extra soft Sherpa Lining, Sleeves lined with Polyester, two pockets at the front and a hoodie with drawstrings. With 16 colors to choose from, you are guaranteed to keep your man stylishly warm this Christmas.

6. Vetelli Hanging Toiletry Bag

Bags were not only meant for women, and that man in your life needs a couple of good ones too. The luxurious Vetelli Hanging Toiletry Bag is precisely what that man in your life needs while they are on the go.

The bag comes in a vintage design made using high grade PU leather making it easy to maintain and clean. The interior of the bag is lined with both canvas and PU leather, with 4 pockets sized to hold travel accessories.

 The bag also features stainless steel buckles and zips, complete with a hanging strap but it can also be used flat.

7. NÄU Zone Bartender Kit

This is a gift that you can enjoy with your man, and who doesn’t love the occasional cocktail in their life? The NÄU Zone Bartender Kit is what you should get your man this Christmas to allow them to hone their bartending skills.

The kit comes with 10 essential tools you need to make delicious cocktails including a Boston Shaker Tin, Ice Tongs, Waiter’s Corkscrew, Small and Large Jigger, Boston Shaker Cheater Tin, Muddler, Hawthorne Strainer, Speed Bottle Opener and a Cocktail Bar Spoon. With the Starter Mixology booklet included, get ready to sample 7 of the best classic liquor based cocktails.

8. Revolution 101 Balance Board Trainer

For that man who needs to regain their elementary balance lost due to aging or that man who simply wants to improve on their fitness level and balance, the Revolution 101 Balance Board Trainer is what you should get them.

Packaged in a ply hardwood design with clean finishes, this board is ideal for beginner to intermediate users. The all-round board also features a lightweight poly-wrapped roller, a soft covered top and grips at the bottom.

9. Rachio Smart Sprinkler Controller

Let’s face it, there are certain tasks that are specifically left for the men in our lives, and this includes controlling the sprinkler system. To make it much easier and modern for them, get them the Rachio Smart Sprinkler 8 Zone 2nd Generation Controller.

The system is designed to allow you to control your sprinkler system on your phone/tablet/laptop using the Rachio app. Rachio is also designed to integrate with other smart home platforms including the Amazon Echo Dot, Nest and more. It also works over WiFi and will help save you up to 50% water use outdoors.

10. Bose QuietComfort 35 Wireless Headphone

Music and headphones go together, and for that music lover in your life the Bose QuietComfort 35 Wireless Headphone is what they need.

The headphones come with a great noise cancellation feature, which enhances the overall experience while listening to music. It is volume optimized enhancing audio performance with different volume levels. It connects to your tablet, phone and other audio devices via NFC and Bluetooth with aided voice prompts.

It supports clear calls in windy environments with its dual noise-rejecting microphone system. Enjoy 20-hours of non-stop music, and up to 40 hours with the optional wired mode.

Now you have 10 picks of the best Christmas gifts for men this year. Keep this list, because it also doubles as a list for birthday gift ideas for men.

Hot Christmas Toys 2016-2017

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Hot Christmas Toys 2017, The Christmas bells are ringing and your kids are counting down to getting their new set of Christmas toys. Shopping for Christmas gifts for kids can be quite the task, because you want to see their eyes light up when they open their gifts. We have made it easier to shop for your kids Christmas gifts by compiling a list of the best Christmas gifts 2017.

  1. Yeti in My Spaghetti Game

Who doesn’t love a silly game that the whole family can take part in playing? Well if you are looking for such a game, Yeti in My Spaghetti is the game to get.

The game features, you guessed it, Yeti, 30 Noodles strings and a Bowl. Stack up the spaghetti in the bowl, place Yeti on top and see how many noodles you can remove without yeti failing. Anyone number of players can take part in this game and play it as well, from your 4 year old and including your grandma!

  1. FurReal Friends Torch, My Blazin’ Dragon

If your child wants a pet but you don’t think they are quite ready for the responsibility, then teach them the responsibility of taking care of a pet by getting them the FurReal Friends Torch Blazin Dragon.

This cute dragon makes more than 50 motions and sounds in response to touch. It comes with color-changing treats, water filler and crystals as well as an instructions manual. Feed it a change treat and watch as its color changes. It wouldn’t be a dragon if it couldn’t ‘breathe fire,’ but in this case the cute dragon breathes color mist and burps when its tank is filled up with water.

  1. Critical Cycles Cub No-Pedal Balance Bike

Has your little one been bugging you to get them a bike? Then the Critical Cycles Cub No-Pedal Balance Bike is what they need.

This bike comes without peddles with the aim of building their confidence when it comes to coordination and balance. Your child uses the foot-on-floor model to propel them forward when using the bike, and this reduced common injuries that come with training wheels and tricycles. This is a worry-free and maintenance-free bicycle, coming with airless tires and with minimal assembly required.

  1. Seedling DIY Virtual Reality Viewer

Kids are very creative and the Seedling DIY Virtual Reality Viewer will help them literally transform the world into their personal canvas!

This is a set that allows kids to create their personalized virtual reality viewers. It comes with stencils, construction paper and paints among other accessories. Using the provided tools, kids built their own mazes and using smartphones they customize it further adding challenges to the game. Everyone will enjoy this virtual reality game.

  1. DC Super Hero Girls 12″ Action Dolls

Every parent wants to be their kid’s hero and you definitely will be by getting them the DC Superhero Girl 12″ Action Dolls.

The actual DC super heroes inspire the dolls and each doll comes in a 12” package of sheer super hero fun. The great part about it is that the dolls come fashioned in costumes inspired by the original super heroes. The dolls come with articulation enabling flexible movement. Help your kid build their super hero collection by getting them the Harley Quinn, Wonder Woman, Batgirl, Supergirl, Poison Ivy and Bumble Bee dolls.

  1. Minecraft Stop Motion Movie Creator

Help your kids direct their own animated movies with the Minecraft Stop Motion Movie Creator.

The set comes with 4 mini Lego figures including the Flames Zombie and Zombie, Spider Jockey and Exclusive Alex. The set also features a movie stage, tablet/phone holder, 4 backgrounds and props. Create animated movies by arranging the characters in different scenes with different props, take photos using your phone/tablet and edit the sequences using the Minecraft app.

  1. LEGO Star Wars 75153 “AT-ST Walker”

Bring a little Star Wars into your home this Christmas with the Lego Star Wars 75153 “AT-ST Walker.”

The set features an AT-ST Walker with posable legs, wheel-activated rotation for the top section, opening cockpit/hatch, 3 mini figures including a driver, a detailed mini figure interior. Some of the accessories accompanying the set include trooper weapons such as blaster pistols and a Rebel Trooper helmet.

  1. 3Doodler Create 3D Pen With 50 Plastic Strands (Smoky Blue, Spring Green, Shocking Pink, Sapphire Blue & Electric Yellow)

The 3Doodler 3D Pen is one of those pens your kids will love using, because it allows them to come up with creative 3D creations.

This is a product from 3Doodler the makers of the highly renowned 3D printing pen, and it is designed to transform doodling, as we know it. It is the perfect pen for DIY, fine arts, marker and decorative projects, and scale model creation. The set comes with a selection of plastics for different projects including Flexy, Matte, Sparkle, Glossy, Clear and Glow. It also comes with diverse accessories including changeable Nozzle heads, a portable JetPack and a project book including 26 unique projects.

  1. Simon Air Game

The Simon Game is one of those classic memory games you definitely want to introduce to your children but with a modern twist.

The Simon Air Game uses touch-free motion technology, with the game unit sensing the motions made by a player. It comes in a wheel-design with 4 cool lights and you can play it solo or with a friend for added fun. The game comes with an instruction manual to get you started, and you are guaranteed that this is a game you’ll join in to play with your kids.

  1. Nerf Lazer Tag Phoenix LTX Tagger

Who doesn’t love laser tag? Bring the action to your home with the Nerf Lazer Tag Phoenix LTX 2-pack set.

The set features 2 Phoenix taggers accompanied by a 2-player system, with taggers getting hits in the form of lights, vibrations and sounds. It also comes with a recoil feature that engages after shots are fired and a rumble pack to let you know if you are hit. The coolest part is that when the magazine runs out of ammo, you’ll have to pop it open and back in simulating a real life handgun.

There you go; that is our list of the top 10 best Christmas filled with Christmas toys that your kids would absolutely love this year. The best thing about it is that most of the listed Christmas gifts are products that your kids will enjoy playing with the entire family.

Amazon Cyber Monday Deals 2018

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Take Advantage of Early Cyber Monday Deals 2018

If you are yet to begin your holiday shopping, pre Cyber Monday Sales are a good start. This is an opportunity to get most of the items you have been saving up for most of the year at great prices. It is a great time to look for deals online. A large number of people shop on Cyber Monday and an early start will allow you to beat the crowds and ensure you get your hands on the top Christmas gifts. There are several items that you should look out for as you shop during this Cyber Monday.

Sports & Fitness

The Cyber Monday deals offer a wide variety of sport equipment at great prices. You can save a lot when you buy a fleece jacket or activity tracker on Amazon.com.

Camera, Photo & Video

If you are looking for an opportunity to upgrade your camera, the Cyber Monday sales will provide a wide range of great options. Amazon.com will offer some amazing discounts on high-end brands such as Nikon. It will actually be cheaper for you to shop online instead of visiting the Nikon store for a new camera.

TV

Cyber Monday is renowned for its TV deals and if you have been thinking of getting a new flat screen for your home or office, this is a good time to go shopping for the latest models in the market. You can get both brand and off-brand HDTVs.

Home, Kitchen, Garden & More

For homeowners who want to spruce up their kitchen, use the early Cyber Monday deals to get several items including vacuums and small appliances at discount prices. You can get home & kitchen products for up to 70% on Amazon.

Smart Watches

The sales allow you to get some of the most innovative smart watches on the market at extremely low prices. It would be difficult to get the kind of discounts you will enjoy on Cyber Monday when the Christmas season starts. The smart watches are a great choice if you are shopping for gifts for technology savvy family members or friends. Apart from the huge discounts, you also get a variety of options to select from.

Video Games

There are several video games on offer during this Cyber Monday. You can find some great discounts on the best gaming consoles including PlayStation 4 Pro and Xbox One S. If you are looking for older video games, you will be able to get the lowest prices when you take advantage of the deals.

Amazon will also offer some great Cyber Monday deals 2018 on its devices (Start on Monday, December 3). Major sales are available for the Amazon Echo, Echo Dot, Fire TV Stick and more. Here are the highlights:

Early Cyber Monday deals allow you to spend less on Christmas gifts. The huge discounts also make it easy for you to get several items that would be difficult to purchase at any other time. The secret to enjoying the Cyber Monday sales is to start early. Check Amazon.com early enough before the items go out of stock. Shopping online is more convenient because you do not have to spend hours queuing at a store to get the items you need. You also get to save on shipping on Amazon when you shop for the top Christmas gifts 2018 on the site.

More huge Cyber Monday deals are on the way! Check back soon as our deals are being updated around the clock.

For more details, be sure to visit the official Amazon Cyber Monday Deals Week 2018 to keep track on all the upcoming deals.

Best STEM Toys 2016 to 2017

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Best STEM Toys 2017 – STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, and is an important component of learning in the modern era; STEM education helps kids build the necessary skills for working with computers, technology, and the natural and physical sciences. STEM toys are a fantastic option for girls and boys when you’re looking for the perfect gift this holiday season. These toys encourage learning and skill building while still providing the key element of toys: fun! The following are the top 15 STEM toys for 2017 based on customer reviews.

Top 15 Best STEM Toys 2017

Osmo Coding Game

The Osmo Coding Game is an amazing add-on to the Osmo Starter Kit, an interactive, educational, and creative toy designed to integrate with an iPad. This product is a fun way to teach coding and logic to children ages 5-10. The Osmo Coding Set uses physical blocks to build sequences of code on-screen while teaching basic concepts of computer programming.

Magic School Bus Science Club Science Kit

The Magic School Bus science kit has everything you could want–even a lab coat and goggles! The Science Kit includes a one-year online subscription. You’ll get year-round fun, receiving a new kit every month for 12 months; each month contains supplies and instructions for seven experiments. You’ll also get access to the on-line clubhouse where you can learn even more.

littleBits Steam Student Set

Similar to STEM, STEAM simply incorporates the additional component of Art. This electronics set is perfect for independent and classroom learning, with creative experiments designed to integrate with NGSS and Common Core curriculum standards. The Steam Student Set is designed for up to four learners in grades 3-8 and includes over 16 hours of lessons.

Learning Resources Code & Go Robot Mouse Activity Set

This is another of Learning Resources’ STEM-based activity sets. The Code & Go Robot Mouse Activity Set teaches children coding and puzzle-solving skills via a programmable mouse and maze. Kids aged five and up can design their own mazes and program the mouse to run through it! This toy is the ASTRA Best Toy winner of 2016.

WowWee Robosapien X

The Robosapien X is a walking, running robot designed by a NASA scientist. The robot can be controlled by a controller or with an iOS or Android device. Robosapien is 14” tall and has unlimited programmable steps and multiple program modes. Robosapien can jump, rap, and dance, and responds to sound and touch.

Ozobot Starter Pack, Programmable Robot Toy

The Ozobot robot was named “Best Robot” at the 2015 Consumer Electronics Show. The Ozobot at 1” tall, is one of the smallest programmable robots on the market, and is a fun way to get a child introduced to programming. The Ozobot is teacher recommended, and teachers can contact Ozobot for free STEM-inspired lesson plans.

Wonder Workshop Dot Robotics Kit

You can use your Apple or Android phone or tablet to program Dot into a variety of toys and gadgets. Using Wonder and Blockly apps, you can programs hundreds of functions, such as turning Dot into an alarm clock or electronic instrument. Don’t worry if you’re inexperienced; the Wonder and Blockly apps have built-in tutorials. Over 8,500 schools have purchased Wonder Workshop robots.

Snap Circuits SC-300 Discovery Kit

The Snap Circuit Discovery Kit contains over 60 individual parts that snap together; you can build over 300 cool electronic projects like doorbells and AM radios. This STEM toy won the Dr. Toy Best Educational Product award and is recommended for children ages 8 and up. No tools required.

Thames & Kosmos Remote-Control Machines: Space Explorers Science Kit

This engineering kit is perfect for kids interested in Mars, space, and space exploration. This 237-piece kit allows you to build a remote controlled model similar to the Mars rover, and the kit includes instructions to build nine other models. Take your rover all over your house and backyard; you can even use the robotic arm to pick up things like small rocks!

WowWee Robotic Enhanced Vehicles

Robotic Enhanced Vehicles (REVs) can be controlled by your smartphone, and includes single ad multiplayer settings. In single-player mode you’ll fight A.I. characters and in multiplayer mode you can play against up to 16 different human or A.I. controlled cars. Simply download the app, scan and connect to an REV, and get ready to fight!

Miposaur

The Miposaur intelligent robot can be commanded by hand gestures, its included TrackBall, and the app available on Apple and Android devices. The app also allows you extended gameplay with online interaction. The Miposaur robot is a fantastic new interactive toy that allows for hours of fun.

Wonder Workshop Dash Robot

This is another programmable robot perfect for children aged 8 and up. Free Wonder and Blockly apps will teach you along the way to program Dash into a robot sidekick. Dash can be programmed to dance, sing, and move with you, and is an easy, fun way to teach children basic programming. Wonder and Blockly apps are compatible with Apple and Android devices. Bill and Melinda Gates named Dash their favorite STEM gift for children.

Klutz LEGO Chain Reactions Craft Kit

Trusted brand Klutz has created this kit to enhance your Lego projects. By adding only your imagination and your stash of Lego bricks, you can create machines that are capable of building chain reactions. You can create a cool new machine or an odd new gadget that can pivot, roll, drop, swing, and lift. What they do from there is up to you!

Hexbug VEX IQ Robotics Construction Set

Build practically anything with the VEX IQ construction set, which comes with a “brain” and over 750 pieces, including motors and a variety of sensors. This gargantuan set includes a touch sensor and color sensor, in addition to a video game style remote. You won’t require tools to assemble your robotic creations–pieces simply snap together. All users have access to the free VEX IQ curriculum, a bonus for teachers.

Snap Circuits Motion Electronics Discovery Kit

The Motion Electronics kit can help you build projects such as an optical Theremin and a voice changer. Projects are easy to assemble with snap-together parts, and the easy-to-follow instruction manual guides you through 165 projects.

Educational toys that focus on science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) concepts are going to be hot items this season, and are great for younger and older children, boys and girls. STEM toys teach integrated learning concepts in ways that encourage creativity and fun. You’ll have a lot to choice from robotics and programming, to electronics and biology.

Top 15 Best Tech Gifts for Christmas 2017

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Don’t know what to get the techie who has everything? Take a look at the newest and best tech gifts for 2017. From health and fitness to sound and video, there’s the perfect Christmas gift for everyone.

Electronic Gift Guide: Best Tech Gifts 2017

  1. Fitbit Alta

The Fitbit Alta is this year’s best gift for the fitness enthusiast. The Fitbit Alta is customizable and keeps track of health statistics such as steps, calories burned, distance, and active minutes. You can even wear it in your sleep and use the silent alarm to wake up feeling well rested. It’s even compatible with computers and mobile devices; you can sync your devices and receive call and text notifications.

  1. All-New Echo Dot

The Echo Dot is a voice-activated device that can play music, give information such as news or weather, and even voice control your home. Echo Dot can sync to speakers via Bluetooth to get stereo sound by voice command. To use Echo Dot, simply say “Alexa”, and the compact device responds!

  1. Samsung Gear VR Headset

Experience virtual reality on the go with the Samsung Gear VR. The newest generation of the Gear VR is lighter, featuring an improved fit and an upgraded touchpad, and grants you full immersion into games, movies, and 360-degree panoramic photos. Compatible with newer generations of Samsung mobile devices.

  1. Anki Cozmo

Cozmo is an expressive, interactive robot that shows increasing emotion and personality the more you hang out. Use your mobile device to enhance its robotics functions. Makers and hobbyists will also be interested in the connected Cozmo SDK Beta robotics platform.

  1. All-New Fire TV Stick with Voice Remote

The newest generation of the Amazon Fire TV Stick features voice control. All you have to do is tell Alexa to “Launch Hulu,” or, “Play Game of Thrones,” and the device responds instantly! Don’t know what you want to watch? Tell Alexa to “find action movies,” and Alexa will search all of your aps to find results.

  1. Bose SoundSport Wireless Headphones

These wireless headphones are the perfect tech gift for the fitness lover. The Bose SoundSport features 6 hours of battery life and sweat and weather resistance for reliability and comfort during your workout. The headphones have an exclusive design that keeps headphones in place while you move.

  1. Tile Slim Bluetooth Tracker

The Tile Slim Bluetooth tracker is a unique device perfect for the person who loses things! Tile Slim is as thin as two credit cards, and can be attached to items like a purse or wallet. Use your phone to call Tile Slim to find where you placed it. Tile Slim also includes an app that remembers the last location you saw your Tile.

  1. Amazon Echo

The Amazon Echo fills the room with sound from 360-degree audio, and can play music from apps such as Amazon Music, Pandora, iHeartRadio and more. The Echo is capable of answering questions and giving information with Alexa Voice Service, and is voice-activated. Echo can hear you across the room, even while music is playing.

  1. SanDisk iXpand Flash Drive

The newest edition of the iXpand flash drive provides up to 128GB of storage for items like photos and videos in order to free up space on your iPhone or iPad. The high-speed USB 3.0 transfers items quickly and automatically backs up photos and videos. The flash drive also allows you to password protect documents to keeps your files secure.

  1. Wacom Intuos Draw

The Wacom Intuos Draw is a digital drawing pad perfect for the beginner digital artist. The tablet includes a pressure-sensitive pen that allows you to have variation in line drawing. Your tablet also includes sketching and drawing software and is compatible for both left and right-handed artists.

  1. iRobot Roomba 980 Robotic Vacuum Cleaner

The Roomba 980 has the capacity to clean an entire level of a house, automatically charging itself and continuing until the job is done. The Roomba can go for up to 120 minutes on one charge, works on all floor types, and is designed to fit under most furniture. The Roomba 980 also uses the iAdapt camera to learn and update the map of your home.

  1. Starry Station Touchscreen WiFi Router

If you’re frustrated with your current WiFi router, look no further. The Starry Station router is easy to understand and a breeze to set up. The touchscreen allows for easy navigation, and the screen shows notifications that quickly identify device, Internet, or WiFi problems. Parents can block usage of specific devices with just a tap of the touchscreen.

  1. Nest Cam Indoor Security Camera

Feel secure when you’re away from home with the Nest Cam indoor security camera. The camera syncs to your mobile devices and sends a photo of the event to your phone or email. Nest Cam also has a built-in speaker, microphone, and night vision.

  1. Segway miniPRO

The Segway miniPRO is the latest in two-wheeled personal transporters, and is perfect for indoor and outdoor use on a variety of terrains, and the knee control bar allows for precise and easy maneuvering. The Segway miniPRO is UL 2272 Certified for electrical and fire safety– the industry’s highest standard.

  1. Oral-B Genius Pro 8000 Electric Toothbrush

If you thought they couldn’t revolutionize a toothbrush, think again. The Genius Pro 8000 features a pressure sensor and brushing timer with Bluetooth connection that allows you to see where and how you’re brushing your teeth, giving you recommendations for an improved routine. Position Detection technology allows you to see where you’re brushing so you don’t miss a zone.

Don’t miss out on the hottest tech gifts for the 2017 Christmas season. Tech gifts are perfect for anyone in your life, techie or not. For every interest or need, you’ll be sure to give a great tech gift this year.

Fitness Gifts Under $50

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When you have someone in your life that is into fitness, or has mentioned an interest in losing weight, you can usually find products in a wide range of price ranges. If your budget is $50 for this person, you can consider some of the following types of products.

1. LETSCOM Fitness Tracker HR

LETSCOM Fitness Tracker HR

Fitness and activity trackers are usually expensive, often retailing for $100 or more. However, it is still possible to get your loved one a fitness tracker that is under $50. The LETSCOM Fitness Tracker HR is just $30 and provides basic tracking capabilities. There is a touch screen on the bracelet, a pedometer, and other tracking information. It also has a sleep monitor, where you can wear the bracelet and turn on the GPS of your phone. By morning, you will know exactly how many hours you slept.

2. RitFit Bodyweight Resistance Training Kit

RitFit Bodyweight Resistance Training Kit

These fitness bands are $49, so you can spend less than $69 for a great fitness gift for your friend or relative. The fitness bands are a red color and provide excellent endurance for strength and cardio workouts. They work with a lot of different workouts, like yoga, Pilates, Crossfit, endurance, running, and resistance training. You will get the fitness bands and a booklet that shows how to do them.

3. Perfect Fitness Ab Carver Pro

Perfect Fitness Ab Carver Pro Roller for Core Workouts

While there are a lot of small abdominal rolling machines, the Ab Carver Pro by Perfect Fitness is always at the top of the list. This little handy device is $40 and is easy to find on Amazon or retailers that sell fitness products and accessories. The Ab Carver Pro has carbon steel springs so that it lasts and can handle a lot of weight, along with an ultra-wide wheel for better stability. The wheel can move to the right and left as well to get those obliques worked out. It has non-slip grips on the handles and performance grips.

4. Light-Up Running Belt

Sport2People Running Belt USA Patented

This running belt not only provides room for a lot of your personal items when you are going for a walk or run, but it also has a light-up strip so that when running at night, others can see you. It retails at under $30, though you may find it on sale during the holidays. There are a lot of different color options, such as purple, blue, green, and red. It is adjustable and comfortable, with enough room in the pockets for personal belongings.

Fitness Gifts Under $25

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For the fitness enthusiast in your life, the gifts don’t have to be expensive. There are actually a lot of fitness-related products to choose from that are less than $25. Here are just a few of the options available to you.

1. Vinsguir Ab Roller for Abs Workout

Vinsguir Ab Roller for Abs Workout

This is an excellent piece of fitness equipment that is on the smaller side and is only $17. It is perfect when you are looking for a last-minute gift for someone you know enjoys fitness and health, or to add to their big fitness gift basket, since it doesn’t cost a lot. The abdominal exercise roller include a big wheel with handles on either side, so that the individual rolls it forward and back while on the ground for an abdominal exercise. With the roller, they will also receive a knee pad mat.

2. Crossfit Training Jump Rope

Survival and Cross Jump Rope – Best for Boxing MMA Fitness Training

This jump rope is not meant to just be a fun kids’ activity but is built with sturdy materials for cross training. It is a handy fitness tool that is often used with Crossfit or circuit training, doing jumping jacks in between other exercises. This jump rope from Survival and Cross retails at just $10, is lightweight, and good for a lot of different cardio workouts. It is a good length, but can be adjusted according to the recipient’s needs and their height. It can also be used for conditioning before doing a boxing workout, wrestling, or just high-impact cardio.

3. Fitness Master Resistance Bands

Fitness Master Resistance Bands

Resistance bands are another affordable fitness accessory that is a great gift for anyone interested in getting into shape. These Fitness Master resistance bands can be used for P90X, high-impact aerobics, conditioning, cross fit, and many other types of workouts. The resistance bands easily roll up and can be placed in the included carrying case for travel purposes. The resistance bands are anti-snap, so they are going to break and harm the person using them.

4. Citrus Fitness Water Bottle

This water bottle is one of the top-rated ones for anyone interested in fitness. It retails at just under $25, is leak-proof and very durable. The water bottle holds 32 ounces of water, which is several cups from the recommended 8-10 glasses a day, which is incredibly convenient. However, it isn’t just the water bottle that is great about it, but the fact that there is a secret component that opens up to hold small items. Someone can head to the gym with just their water bottle, and thanks to the compartment, have their keys, ID, cash, and credit cards right inside.

DIY Natural Health Products 2021

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For someone who likes holistic and natural health, you probably don’t want to buy products for them that might contain chemicals or preservatives. Making their present is a much better option since you have full control over the ingredients. Here are some different DIY natural health products you can make and give as a gift.

Fruity Sugar Scrub

Tree Hut Shea Sugar Body Scrub Coconut Lime 18 oz

The first type of natural health product you can make for someone who prefer natural items is a fruity sugar scrub. You should preferably use lemon for this scrub, but the other fruit you add to it is completely up to you. You will use granulated white sugar for the scrubbing properties, then add some melted coconut oil and lemon essential oils to the mixture. Add in any other fruit extracts as well, such as almond, strawberry, or raspberry. Combine the ingredients until it is a scrub, but not too watery.

Seasoned Almonds

Happy Belly Whole Raw Almonds

For something that is consumed as a healthy snack instead of actually used on the body, you can make a batch of seasoned almonds. You can make any type of candied nuts, but for a Christmas gift, it is generally better to mix a batch of holiday almonds. To turn this into a healthy snack, try to use raw almonds with no salt added to them. You need to coat them in something that helps the seasonings stick, which could be honey, molasses, or even coconut oil. You will then sprinkle your seasoning, such as coconut sugar and gingerbread spice mix, or your own preferred seasonings.

Heating Pad

Sunbeam Electric Heating Pad with UltraHeat Technology

Another health-related product you can make for a friend or loved one is a heating pad. This is actually easier to make than you might imagine, and it will be cheaper for you to make. For a simple heating pad, you just need cotton fabric, thread, and filling like buckwheat hulls, oatmeal, beans, or barley. You can also add some essential oils, like lemon or lavender. You simply need to add the filling inside the cotton material and sew it up. Add the oils inside to the filling. It needs to use all material that are microwave-friendly because that is how it will be heated up.

DIY projects are fun to do and always make good gifts for Christmas or other special occasions. They are also really good when you have a healthy conscious friend or relative that doesn’t like store-bought, mass produced items.