Modular 
Tree House

Handcrafted in Seattle by husband/wife team David and Adrienne, this will add a bit of whimsy to any child’s playset. Its fluid and simple design makes it the perfect backdrop for a child’s imagination. Made from eco-friendly birch plywood, the Modular Tree House comes with three movable ladders and notched walls so it can easily be built in multiple ways and joined with other Manzanita items. $88. manzanitakids.com.

Robot Turtles

Designed to teach children about computer programming, Robot Turtles puts kids at the controls, directing how they want their turtle to move in order to collect jewels and unlock features; adults act as the computer, maneuvering the turtles according to the kids’ commands. The “code” created unravels a fun-filled journey, complete with goofy responses, ensuring that children will be captivated while learning. Created by Seattleite Dan Shapiro, Robot Turtles is not your typical education game, and can be played by children as young as 3. $25. bluehighwaygames.com.

Robot Blocks

Blocks are a perennial favorite, but nothing quite stacks up against the handcrafted wooden Robot Blocks by Seattle artist Baylie Peplow. Each block displays original illustrations of fun and quirky robot parts, allowing kids to mix and match the blocks to build their own unique robot creations, and is hand-cut and finished with a natural and non-toxic beeswax. $32. red
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