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Instructions
Select Electronic Dinosaur Toys
Know that electronic toys, dinosaur toys included, are typically more expensive than other toys. Electronic dinosaur toys will most likely be more expensive than stuffed toys, for example.
Pick your favorite dinosaur species and search for an electronic toy version. Tyrannosaurus was a meat eating dinosaur that walked on two legs and had very short arms. Brontosaurus, on the other hand, walked on four legs, had a very long neck and was an herbivore.
Go to your local toy store or visit them online to browse selection of electronic toys.
Visit eBay to search for electronic dinosaur toys. eBay has a huge selection of just about anything you could ever want and because of its consumer to consumer nature, you can often find what you're looking for at very low prices (see Resources below).
Choose a remote controlled dinosaur. Remote controlled toys have all the fun of movement while allowing you to control the action.
Select a solar powered electronic dinosaur toy as an educational tool for a child. This will give you the opportunity to stimulate a young mind and teach about dinosaurs as well as renewable energy resources like solar power.
Select a small toy that uses few batteries. Larger toys require more energy and larger batteries. Over time, the cost of batteries adds up and if you're looking to save money, this is a simple way to do it without sacrificing enjoyment.
Search for rare and collectible dinosaur toys. This isn't the best idea for kids, but if you're giving the toy as a present to an adult, collectibility and value adds to its appeal.
Go with a name you recognize and trust. Many of the larger toy manufacturers make electronic dinosaur toys and they usually have much better customer service and larger selections.