It can start to get more difficult to find entertaining toys for kids in the 12 to 15 year old range. There is a top pick list of favorites based on general popularity and sales rankings.
For this Christmas season through the early part of next year, here are the best toys for kids 12 to 15 years of age. Again, parent input for safety and entertainment value is included to rank these favorites:
Nerf Vortex Nitron Blaster – for kids 6 years of age and up:
A popular Nerf toy takes the number 1 spot with the Nerf Vortex Nitron Blaster. The Nerf folks know what they’re doing when it comes to having fun. This latest high-tech blaster is no exception. With an electronic scope and acceleration trigger there is some sophistication to this toy. This version includes Nerf’s XLR long-range disc technology to launch discs an ultra-long distance. An ammo magazine and 20 Nerf discs are included and additional magazines and discs may be purchased separately and stored right onboard the blaster for sustained fire power.
The clever, high-tech features of the Nerf Vortex Nitron Blaster are sure to keep your 12 to 15 year old entertained again and again.
Air Hogs Hyperactives Pro R/C Vehicles – for kids 12 to 15 years:
When you’re shopping for remote control toys, the Air Hogs Hyperactives Pro R/C Vehicles are about as good as they get. Any 12 to 15 year old (or maybe older) is going to love this.
These high-powered 12″ long vehicles run on a 2.4 Ghz controller for the max in range and power. Race any number of friends with no worry of interference because the Hyperactive always rights itself to its upright position to achieve max racing time. Usable indoors and out, you can select foam or rubber tires depending on the surface. Defy gravity, reach raging speeds and observe amazing performance from the Hyperactives Pro Vehicles. Available in several colors and 6 AA batteries are required.
Syma S107/S107G R/C Helicopters – for kids 14 years of age and up
Suitable for flying indoors only, the 7.5 inch, palm sized Syma S107/S107G R/C Helicopters are equipped with the latest Gyroscope technology which makes flying them an easy point and shoot process. No assembly required, they come ready to fly in red, blue or yellow. Full 3 Channels: fly up, down, left, right, forward and backward. A full charge will allow 8-12 minutes of flight. Recharging is done via the transmitter which uses “AA” batteries or a USB cable.
Your kid will have so much fun flying this little heli around, you’ll want a turn.
Here you have it; 3 sure fire choices for Best Toys for Kids age 12 to 15 for this 2011 Christmas season and into 2012.