Gadget Galore!
GPS Tracker Watch
These watches, for kids ages 3 and up, are perfect for keeping track of your little ones. Designed to work with an app that multiple family members can use, it also has a panic alert and "safe zone" setting. The design wouldn't appeal to older kids, but that's OK — there are apps you can use that keep track of them via their smartphones. Not that I know anyone who does that.
To buy: hereO, $180
Hot Dog Toaster
I think they should just change the name of this to "Best Invention in the History of the World." Because what else would you call something that cooks two hot dogs with the ease of making toast? I would say more about this item, but I'll be too busy over here eating two, perfectly cooked hot dogs. For breakfast.
To buy: Amazon, $27
Desk Vacuum
I know child labor is illegal, but if you could get your little one to clean up your desk while he's having a good time, is there anything wrong with that? This thing is so darn cute, it would be tempting to vacuum up the whole house with it. (But don't do that, because that would take forever.)
To buy: Oddity Mall, $13
Dip Clips
While the invention of dipping sauce should be noted in the history of children's cuisine, the dilemma of how to keep those sauces from ending up on the floor has vexed mankind for centuries. Until now! Clip one of these on to the side of a plate, and your little one can dip and eat to her heart's content. Would work equally well for chips and salsa, sushi and soy sauce, or Nutella and pretzels, if that's your thing.
To buy: Amazon, $8
Quick Popsicle Maker
This amazing gadget makes popsicles in as little as seven minutes! The best part is, you only freeze the base and the popsicle-making takes place on your countertop (without electricity) so you'll never have a river of grape juice running out of your freezer again. The only drawback is it only makes three pops at a time, so get ready to dole out lots of lessons in patience.
To buy: Amazon, $47
Children's Showerhead
Much like that glorious moment when your child can buckle himself into his car seat, his first solo shower is a cause for celebration. This attachment can adjust to your child's height to make it much easier. Plus, the water comes out of a fish's head!
To buy: Amazon, $15
