Best Toys For Kids That Do Not Need Batteries

With all of the tech toys out there, Wii and the video games, for example ... we grownups have all but stopped reading to our children and grandchildren. Books need no batteries, are free at the library, and there are wonderful websites online where even the most reluctant reader can and will enjoy reading. One of my favorite websites, Barking Spiders Poetry for Children, has funny poetry, short stories, and tongue twisters (remember those?) that kids will love. I know my kids do. Reading is a fading childhood activity ... ask any teacher.

Any kind of ball to roll, kick, throw or bowl with.

Endless possibilities for track configurations, and hours of quiet fun.

The original is still the best. Kids use their imagination to make all kinds of things.

Playing with cars and a racetrack is always fun.

Plastic tools of course.

The ultimate two in one toy, and in some case's three in one toy. The Best toy of the 80's and possible the best toy ever.

These inflatable bounce on toys are a riot!

Bought or homemade.

This toy has not changed, and it is still every bit as fun.

Perfect for teaching cause and effect.