The new Blackberry Classic smartphone is displayed during the launch event in New York, December 17, 2014. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid
IN PHOTO: The new Blackberry Classic smartphone is displayed during the launch event in New York, December 17, 2014. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid REUTERS/Brendan McDermid

Children today don’t want to be left behind from all the latest technological advancements. Make sure your kid has these gadgets for children not only for the sake of fitting in but for the numerous benefits they offer. Kids are known for their limited attention span thus having something that will arouse their interest are guaranteed to keep them busy especially if you yourself have something important to do. Here are some of these gadgets.

  1. Smartphone

People of all ages now have cellular phones. You should consider getting your child a smartphone that’s not only used for communicating but also for other things like playing digital games or surfing the net. There are many smartphones out there that allow you to upload helpful apps like dictionary, thesaurus, almanac and many more which can greatly help your child.

  1. Smartwatch

Having a smartwatch is another must for some parents. These trendy watches not only tell the time but they’re also loaded with features designed to keep boredom away. Kids can enjoy taking pictures, record voices and even earn while playing educational games.

  1. eBook reader

Awaken the bookworm in your child by getting him or her an eBook reader. You can store thousands of digital books in this gadget including your child’s favourite fairytales, comics and many more. You can also download and store textbooks so your child no longer has to hit the library to research.

  1. Tablet

This minicomputer is also a favourite among children. This beats carrying around a laptop or netbook, which are heavier to bring along to school and other places. Tablets are also easier to use and your child can readily access the internet especially if there are Wi-Fi connections in the area.

  1. MP3 player

Does your child love listening to music? If yes then he or she will greatly appreciate it if you can buy him or her an mp3 player. This player is so handy it can fit inside your child’s pocket. This allows him or her to store and listen to all kinds of music.

Gadgets for children offer a lot of benefits that can provide entertainment and learning. However, it’s best for parents to monitor how their children make use of these gadgets.

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