10 Places to Buy Educational Gifts

An education may be considered one of the best gifts. While doing your holiday shopping this season try to these places to obtain presents that keep on giving through the way of learning. We found the top local places to get the most interesting and educational gifts.

1. Go! Toys & Games

This store prides themselves in carrying toys that are educational and will help with pretend play in order to inspire them to become a doctor, fireman, teacher, or whatever they strive for. They also carry toys and games for preschoolers and one that are specifically focused on science and history. Visit this store at the Tanger Outlet to unleash the knowledge! 631-727-7267.

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"I don't wanna grow up. I'm a Toys R Us kid!" No matter the age of the person you are buying for, you can find something educational here for them and their kid at heart. They sell globes, astronomy equipment, Rubiks cubes and more.631-369-6501.

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Stock up on reading material for the cold months! Give the gift of knowledge by giving them a book about history, health, important people or get them a how-to book. 631-284-2222.

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Purchase tickets for your favorite family and they will spend a day learning about aquatic life! With the winter weather upon us, indoor activities will be in high demand. During their visit they can experience and learn about the Amazon Rainforest and the Long Island coast. 631-208-9200.

5. Long Island Science Center

For the blooming scientists in your life, the science center is the perfect place. Take them on a trip to experience the exhibits and demonstrations or visit the science store to pick up science materials and toys. 631-208-8000.

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For the blooming artists, give them a gift they can always refer back to - a beautiful piece of art. Not only are local works on display, but courses are also available to help inspire and teach the artist in all of us. Check out the website for a list of courses.

7. Michael's Arts and Crafts

Here you can shop for the seasoned artists in your life or educate someone on the joys of artistic expression. How-to art kits, art history books and classes are available. Learning how to paint or build a model can inspire your loved ones.  631-284-2201.

8. Discovery Toys

The educational toys here are meant to promote many layers of learning. Choose from a star explorer kit, critical thinking games or friendship games. Learn while playing! What could be better? 631-929-4022

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In this digital age, people do a lot of their learning on computers or through video games. Purchase DVDs that document the history of the civil war, the mafia or big band music. The History Channel even has a video game, Battle for the Pacific. Obtain the perfect interactive gift that educates! 631-369-4150.

10. Parrish Art Museum

Culture those in your life by purchasing them tickets to the Opera in Cinema program which shows cinematic productions of new opera and ballet from European and Russian companies as well as productions of Shakespeare plays from London's Globe Theater and ballets from London's Royal Opera House. 631-283-2118.