Tribid

This I would think would be the best option. I have lvl 46 Elec/WP, and I went with Epic Energy instead of full on Patron set, (Probably will change after i19); and This is the Alpha slot I will be using until I find something I like better...

I too, had this stroke of enormous luck! I wouldn't count on it... I tried about 8 times before the luck of the draw gave me what I wanted.

Pictureka is a very popular game now, (with some fun variations out as well).

Mrs. Tribid and I play with two of our three children; (baby isn't ready for it yet), but that game seems to be the hot one in our house.

Wish granted... Rock 'em Sock 'em robots are still around!

As a father of 3, with a 12 y/o daughter as my eldest, I'd say this:

3 y/o V-Smile or Leapfrog Leapster video games are fun, and educational video game systems that are durable enough to survive, and entertain, a 3 y/o. (Might even be good for the 6 y/o as well.) Feature a well rounded arsenal of brand-name characters in their games, (including Dora!) watch real close on the age range on the games, as they are pretty curriculum specific for their age ranges.

6 y/o See above, also recommend lots of art supplies. Arts and crafts are the funnest part of their day in school at that age, (other than recess and lunch!), and anything that has potential to make a mess is fun by default!

9 y/o Leapfrog has a more advanced game system, that allows you to generate flash card/memory style games custom, as well as a full range curriculum of games/quizzes for most ages. Bonus, it also acts as an mp3 player, so its not all business. The product is called the Leapfrog Crammer. Not a full blown iPod, so it may not be too over the top and still give Mom and Dad that feeling that its not just a mindless toy.

Looks like ya got me twice Masque,
Unless there's another trib... (I know switching my global... P.I.T.A. right?)