Forget the Batteries: 100+ Tech-Free Toys For Kiddos

Forget play tents; check out the Land of Nod's Freezy Dream Ice Cream Truck ($179, originally $249). We guarantee that kids will be lined up waiting to "buy" treats from the proprietors!

Stack up the carrots, and then start pulling them out. Just don't be the one to knock over the bunny with this Stack the Carrots game ($24).

Before you start paying greens fees, get them practicing at home! This wooden golf set ($27) can be used inside or out, making it the perfect toy year-round.

The kid-powered Little Tikes Jelly Bean Racer Ride On ($20) is just too cute for words!

The fine art of cross-stitch is alive and well in the form of a letter pillow. This Alpha-Stitch Pillow Craft Kit ($34) is a fun way to get them hooked.

How beautiful is Haptic Lab's Sailing Ship Kite ($42)? It would certainly stand out from other kites in the sky.

All you need is a pencil (or a toothpick) to scratch at the coating on the colorful paper included in these scratch art kits ($15). Great for little kids and adults alike, the kits are a fun activity on the go.

Kids who are too young for a sewing machine can still create a stuffed toy with this premeasured and -cut stitch kit ($10, originally $25).

Just how steady is your tot's hand? With Hape's Super Moose ($45), kids test their dexterity and stability as they try to add antlers to the moose's head — without knocking the wooden pieces down!

If your child has mastered the original Perplexus, it may be time to bring on the Perplexus Epic ($31). The 3D puzzle version of the game now has players maneuvering the ball through 125 barriers to reach the end!

He always has the coolest kicks on the block, and now he can pass on his style by designing other kids' shoes with a custom sneaker paint kit ($45).

Lego City's Space Port ($120) includes 586 pieces that work to create a space shuttle and launchpad and comes with five minifigures.

Your little Angry Birds fan has never seen anything quite like the Angry Birds Star Wars AT-AT Attack Battle Game ($55). The characters can also be used in conjunction with the app (should you choose to go tech with it), and the setup is easy for a younger child to help with.

She'll be well on her way to handmaking wall hangings, pillows, holiday ornaments, and more with the help of this exciting needlepoint sewing kit ($20).

For a healthier playtime, purchase this Kid O Cutting Fruit set ($25).

P'kolino's Multi-Solution Shape Puzzles ($20) have a different final outcome each time, making them fun — and interesting — for more than the standard two minutes.

It's no secret that we love Lego Friends, and this collection includes an adorable Beach House ($35), which would be a great gift for them to think warm thoughts during the cold Winter months.

The Wishbone Bike ($229) grows from a trike to a first running bike to a big-kid balance bike with little more than a flip of the body — meaning little ones can use it for at least two years.

Think your baby has artistic talents? Test her skills with a drawing set ($12) that won't make a mess on your floors and walls.

HABA's Rainbow Whirls Pegging Game ($37) is a fun take on the classic stacking rings. It's a combination puzzle and ring game, so tots can pile up the rings by color or any other category they see fit.

Janod's introduction to the US market has brought some much-needed style to wooden toys. Its Scooter Balance Running Bike ($100) looks just like its Vespa big sibling but is designed with a little one's feet in mind.

If you have a Lego fan on your hands who also has a thing for Star Wars, you'll blow him away with the Lego Death Star ($400). The amazingly intricate set includes 24 minifigures and droids, plus the all-new Dianoga trash compactor monster, environments authentic to the movies, moving parts, and a whopping 3,802 pieces, which should give you plenty of time to get ready for that Christmas dinner.

Perfect for playrooms or bedrooms, an art stand ($80) will make her feel like a professional painter.

Even mature tweens will be delighted by Ridley's Magic Kit ($20), which comes with five tricks, including the thumb tip trick, some secret taper cards, a magic rope trio, miracle dice, and multiplying balls.

We have long loved Blabla, and the brand's giant dolls, including the adorable Fleur ($180) or her brother Pierre, are guaranteed to make a huge impact on Christmas Day. After all, they are three feet tall!

There are those throwaway tricycles, and then there's Airflow Collectible's Sky Princess Tricycle ($359). For kids 2-6, the heavy steel tricycle is painted in a sweet light pink (also comes in black and sky blue) and has a working headlight and tassels on the handlebars.

An instruction-free craft kit ($22) is perfect for imaginative minds. With enough material for eight projects, he can create anything from a basic bookmark to a small stuffed animal.

There's something special about Hape's back-to-basics My First Gym ($60). The wooden frame holds four toys with rattles and rings (and without sound and lights) to encourage little ones to stretch during their early years.

For babies up to 12 months, Haba's Aircraft Baby Swing ($133) is as cute as it is fun. A rattling propeller adds a little extra vroom, and the adjustable height, seat, and straps help accommodate growing infants.

BeginAgain Toys has introduced a line of retro-styled products made from rubberwood. Its Butterfly A-Z Puzzle ($24) is both handcrafted and hand-painted and designed to teach kids the alphabet.

It doesn't get much cooler than FAO Schwarz's Classic Derby Car ($218). The rideable toy is made of solid steel and is kid-powered. It is sure to be the hottest car on the street!

More sophisticated palates will love Moulin Roty's French food set ($13, originally $20). Complete with cheese, crackers, and teas, this chic toy adds to any child's playtime.

Skip Hop's Giraffe Safari Activity Toy ($16) includes eight multisensory activities and a triangle ring that lets you attach the cute giraffe anywhere!

Let his or her first steps be a walk on the wild side with Hape's Galloping Zebra Walker ($70). It offers a sturdy base, and the bobbing zebras will entertain your early walker.

The Orb Factory's StoryCraft The Frog Prince ($33) allows for creative storytelling as tots add shapes and jewels to a 10-page storybook about the Frog Prince fairy tale.

Why mess with perfection? The timeless appeal of an old-fashioned jack-in-the-box pairs with a beloved kids' literary character with this Curious George in the Box ($25) that plays "Pop Goes the Weasel."

Not all pop-up books are for little kids. Star Wars: A Pop-Up Guide to the Galaxy ($35) will delight little Jedis of all ages.

The Land of Nod's shopping cart ($69) brings your kiddo's play kitchen and market to the next level!

Miller Goodman's PlayShapes ($150) come with 74 pieces that can be mixed, matched, and paired up in endless combinations to create goofy-looking characters and sights.

Just how crazy can your tot get? Janod's Magnetic Crazy Face Game ($16) is a fun way to let your little one's imagination go wild. With 67 magnets and 12 faces to decorate, the possibilities are endless!

He'll be hitting the court with Dad in no time flat thanks to a little practice on this training toy ($42).

Everyone loves shaking snow globes, but what about making your own? Seedling's Make Your Own Snow Globe Kit ($28) is a fun way for kids to put their own touch on the classic toy.

The Wearables Stunt Plane USA Corrugated Construction Role Play Toy ($25) makes for both a great craft and a fun costume for kids.

We're big fans of Manny and Simon's eco-conscious, American-made toys, and this Horse and Carriage ($76) makes the sweetest gift for a little girl.

The Lego Friends Summer Caravan ($25) has 297 pieces and two miniature doll figures to set the scene with.

Glueckskaefer's heirloom-quality play kitchen ($499) may be an investment, but it's a worthwhile one that you'll be able to pass down for generations. Tons of tiny details make this beautiful wooden piece special, and it accommodates most kiddie-size play cookware.

This sweet wooden Imitation Crab Pull Toy ($16) is perfect for encouraging babies to crawl.

More than just a trike, Razor's Flash Rider 360 ($72) will have tots spinning their way around the neighborhood. In addition to a large front wheel, the rider has two caster rear wheels that send the trike spinning when pedaled. But best of all is the spark bar that lowers a flint pack to the ground to create sparks when the bar is pulled.

The Step2 Company's Flip and Doodle Desk Easel ($51) features an upright easel that can fold down into a desktop with a magnetic dry-erase board, trays for markers and pencils, and a cup holder. The set also comes with a matching stool and plenty of storage for books, art supplies, and more.

Mom can rest easy knowing that getting in a little practice knee hockey on a mat ($29) is a whole lot safer than heading straight to the rink!

Give your toddler a greener way to play. Made from fruit and vegetable extracts, Eco-Dough ($20) is a safe way for your sculptor to hone his craft.

For little scientists, there's a new club in town. The Nancy B Science Club is packed with scientific tools and journaling so little girls can track their science experiences. Nancy B's Science Club MoonScope and Journal ($38) comes with a built-in red LED for night viewing.

The addition of Marvel superheroes to Lego's building sets may be one of the best collaborations in toy history. The Rhino & Sandman (from Ultimate Spider-Man) set ($40) is 386 pieces, comes with three minifigures, and builds a construction site that sets the scene for the bad guys stealing precious diamonds!

Help little ones learn their letters the fun way — Dr. Seuss's Super Stretchy ABCs Active Game ($18) encourages tots to twist and turn while reaching for letters.

The age-old game of Mancala is still entertaining kids, and this Mancala For Kids ($12) uses animal-shaped playing pieces, instead of the traditional pebbles, to make it a great find for kids this age.

File this one under gross toys that kids love and parents just cringe at. Gooey Louie ($40) has kids pick things out of Louie's nose in hopes of finding the right object. If the wrong one's picked, Louie goes a bit crazy!

Fibber ($25) is a game that challenges kids to lie but to not get caught doing so. With fun accessories — including a growing nose! — the game is bound to end in piles of laughter.

Serve up cookies without the sugar rush. This wooden slice and bake set from Melissa & Doug ($20) lets kids bake and decorate some sweet treats without turning on an oven.

We've loved Kiwi Crate's subscription-based boxes since they first came across our desks. Each themed crate (past themes include "color," "dinosaurs," and "gardening") is designed by parents, reviewed by an advisory board of experts in child development, and tested by kids, so you know the contents are going to be good. Stocked with arts and crafts projects, science activities, imaginative play, and more, Kiwi Crates are filled with all the materials and inspiration you need to get started, so your kids are left to explore and create! The company offers one-off boxes — like the Secret Agent kit shown here ($20) — in addition to monthly subscriptions.

Swish ($14) challenges kids to turn and flip the transparent cards to make matches. When cards are stacked, it looks like the balls are "swishing" into an empty hoop.

Who doesn't like to see a model volcano explode? With Curiosity Kits Lava Rock Volcano ($20), kids can decorate their volcano before adding vinegar, baking soda, and pebbles to it and watching it erupt.

Lalaloopsy has been a hit for the past few holiday seasons. Lalaloopsy — Peggy Seven Seas ($37) is one of the newest in the collection and is full of the ragdoll's signature quirks — cute and full of little imperfections that give it adorable personalities.

Pictionary got a major makeover when Draw Something took off on mobile devices. The competitive drawing game easily made the leap back to the board-game realm with Hasbro's Draw Something ($20). Players select a card and decide if they want to draw a word for one, two, or three coins. Both the artist and the guessers earn coins when the word is correctly identified. The first player to reach 15 coins wins. The fun, fast-paced game is sure to be a hit with tweens, who may now take a break from stealing their parents' phones to play online.

The Crayola Marker Airbrush ($17) uses the ink from your favorite markers to turn your tot into a graffiti artist. The battery-powered set can be used on fabrics, paper, and more and includes stencils to create specific shapes.

Consider PicWits! ($25) the ultimate caption-writing contest. Players have to match up photos with the best captions and submit them to a judge to determine the winner.

Who knew duct tape could look this fashionable? Alex Toys' Duct Tape Bangles Kit ($31) comes with five rolls of colorful tape and instructions for creating these one-of-a-kind masterpieces!