Kid Culture features fun and educational books and toys for kids. Toy recommendations are based on independent research conducted by The Toy Research Institute.

Electronic Labyrinth By Ravensburger

$49.99

Ages 8 and older

Toy Tips: B+

Fun: B+

Movement: B

Thinking: A

Personality: B+

Social interaction: A

This interactive board game features an electronic book that helps players look for magic gems in a maze. The object of the game is for the players to free the wizard and his friends by breaking the spell cast by the evil witch that banished him into the labyrinth. Game-play encourages listening, concentration and thinking skills. The theme of the game adds mystery and challenge and is appropriate for classroom play.

Word Shout By Patch Products

$6.99

Ages 8 and older

Toy Tips: B+

Fun: B+

Movement: A

Thinking: A

Personality: B+

Social interaction: B+

Players in this think-fast, talk-fast game roll the 10 letter dice and immediately look at the dice and try to form words from the letters to earn points. The game is ideal for classroom use and as a homework helper for school-age children. Gameplay can enhance vocabulary vernacular and motivate players to learn new words from others.