Easter Basket Idea: HEXBUG

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In the 70’s the Easter Bunny filled Easter baskets with Wonka Bars because kids had an insatiable appetite for the golden ticket. In the 80’s and 90’s the Easter Bunny favored Peeps because the “cute-factor” was a sure fire winner. Now, the year is 2010 and the Easter Bunny has gone High-Tech!

This April, HEXBUG Micro Robotic Creatures, created by Innovation First International, are finding their way into the hearts and homes of families nationwide. These award winning, brightly colored tiny gizmos come at teeny prices and are designed to stimulate kids’ imagination and interest in technology and engineering by giving them a positive experience with robotics at a young age. Each of the five micro robotic generations is powered with unique and varying characteristics, outlined in detail below (along with price and retail availability).

HEXBUG Micro Robotic Creatures make for the perfect addition to any Easter basket this year. Please let me know if you are interested in reviewing one of the below HEXBUGS for an upcoming Easter Gift guide. As you have already had the chance to review the HEXBUG Nano, I wanted to share with you details our additional generations of HEXBUGS.

The HEXBUG Ant is the fastest member of the HEXBUG family, equipped with front and rear touch sensors enabling it to maneuver around objects in its path.   In addition to its unmatched speed, the HEXBUG Ant’s hooked claw wheels propel the creature across both smooth and carpeted surfaces. ($11.99; Available now at Target, Toys“R”Us, RadioShack stores nationwide or at www.hexbug.com)

The HEXBUG Inchworm comes with a miniature infrared remote control outfitted with two channels so that two bugs can be operated independently or at the same time. The remote offers seven way steering and the HEXBUG Inchworm can pirouette in place when stopped on its center pod foot. ($19.99; Available now at RadioShack stores nationwide or at www.hexbug.com

The HEXBUG Original is armed with bump and sound sensors. Clap your hands or touch it’s front antennas and the bug will reverse in direction! ($11.99;Available now at Toys“R”Us nationwide or at www.hexbug.com

THE HEXBUG Crab uses its autonomous light and sound sensors to hide in the dark and run from loud noises. Users control which direction the HEXBUG Crab scurries and can make it change direction with a simple clap of your hands! ($14.99; Available at specialty retailers internationally or at www.hexbug.com

Disclosure: I did not receive any compensation for this post. If you make a purchase using my Amazon link, I will receive a small portion of the purchase price.