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Features & Analysis

Expert features on AI toys, coding education, child development, and the technology shaping the next generation.

✨ Feature⏱ 15 min

The Rise of AI Pet Robots: From Tamagotchi to Loona

Explore 30 years of AI pet robot evolution β€” from Tamagotchi and AIBO to Miko 4 and Loona. Discover what makes today's AI companions so extraordinary for kids.

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✨ Feature⏱ 14 min

UK Schools Are Teaching Coding from Age 5 β€” Here's How Parents Can Help at Home

UK children learn coding from age 5 in the national curriculum. Discover how parents can support coding skills at home with the right toys and tools in 2026.

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✨ Feature⏱ 18 min

Screen-Free vs Screen-Based Coding Toys: Which Is Better for Kids?

Screen-free or screen-based coding toys β€” which is better for your child? We weigh up the evidence and recommend the best options for every age and stage.

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✨ Feature⏱ 17 min

10 Ways AI Toys Teach Kids to Code (Without Them Realising)

Discover how AI toys secretly teach children coding skills through play. From block-based programming to voice commands, these toys make learning invisible.

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Are AI Toys Safe for Children? A Parent's Complete Guide

A comprehensive guide for parents on the safety of AI-powered toys, covering data privacy, screen time, age appropriateness, and UK regulations.

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How AI Toys Are Changing the Way Children Learn

Exploring how AI-powered toys are revolutionising children's learning. Research-backed analysis of benefits, concerns, and the future of AI in education.

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