{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/688bd9d76bbbf6afc7811bec/696d060d4796fcbb57b966e2?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"The 2026 Coding Toy Idea Book: Where Play, Creativity, and AI Come Together","description":"<p>What makes a <em>good</em> coding toy in 2026?</p><p><br></p><p>Is it flashy tech… or something deeper?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of <strong>Mr. Fred’s Tech Talks</strong>, I walk parents, educators, and caregivers through the <strong>2026 Coding Toy Idea Book which is</strong> a curated guide designed to help families choose tech toys that actually build creativity, confidence, and problem-solving skills.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>We talk about:</strong></p><ul><li>What separates <em>real learning toys</em> from gimmicks</li><li>How AI is quietly showing up in kids’ toys and how to introduce it safely</li><li>Why coding is about thinking, not screen time</li><li>How outdoor play and imagination support the same skills used in programming</li></ul><p><br></p><p>This episode isn’t about buying the most expensive gadget.</p><p> It’s about choosing toys that grow with your child and creating space for curiosity, tinkering, and play.</p><p>Whether you’re shopping for the holidays or just trying to make sense of today’s tech-filled toy aisle, this episode will help you make confident, balanced choices.</p><p><br></p><p>🎁 <a href=\"https://www.getmecoding.com/best-coding-toys-2024/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Download the <strong>2026 Coding Toy Idea Book</strong></a> </p>","author_name":"Fred Aebli"}