By Michelle Swartz

It's that time of year again when the cold, snowy days force you indoors for a few months.

But being stuck inside the house doesn't mean there's nothing to do. There are plenty of toys and games that will keep you busy. We found some games that are not only fun, but keep you physically moving your body so you can maintain a healthy lifestyle.

For the second year, we are offering a list of toys that keep you active in the winter months. Be sure to check out our new list of toys that will keep your heart rate up and the good times rolling.

Put these on your Christmas wish list:

• Dance Maker Star Stage Mat with Microphone
  By Moose Mountain Marketing, Inc.

  This game allows you to be the star. Grab a microphone and dance on the electronic mat. Your performance will be rated by judges who provide comments on your routine. Colorful foot guide lights up to show you what dance steps to take.

  Three skill levels and four pre-programmed dance patterns are available. Up to four player modes allow you to challenge friends for the best score.

  For ages 5 to 10

• Play TV Skateboarding
  By Radica

  This isn't your typical video game. Using joystick buttons and board movements, skaters pull off tricks and moves from the comforts of your living room.

  The game plugs directly into a television and lets you show off your skateboarding skills with other players. Two different game modes are available.

  For ages 8 and older

• FunSlides Carpet Skates
  By Simtec

  Is carpet holding you back from sliding across the floor? Don't worry! This toy allows you to glide comfortably across carpet. These carpet skates are designed with a friction-resistant plastic base for fast carpet sliding.

  They include foam foot grips with an adjustable hook and loop closure to keep your feet securely on the skates. You can strap them on your shoes. The skates can be used for sliding around or for playing carpet hockey.

  One size fits all. They're available in various colors.

  For ages 6 and older

• Sports Zone Kickboxing Trainer with Speed Bag Gloves
  By Moose Mountain Marketing, Inc.

  If you are interested in learning martial arts, this is the training equipment you need. The arcade alley kickboxing trainer can be used for kickboxing, martial arts or an aerobic workout. Electronic, light-up targets indicate where to strike during four different training drills and three different skill levels.

  The electronic module rates and scores your performance. The base is water-filled to provide extra stability. It includes a heavy-duty vinyl inflatable training bag with speed-bag gloves.

  For ages 8 to 14

• Air soccer
  By Westminister Inc.

  Too cold to play soccer? No problem! Air glide soccer is great for indoors. Air is drawn in by a fan from the top of the toy, creating a cushion of air for the toy to hover.

  When kicked, Air Soccer glides on low pile carpets and hardwood floors. It works great on flat, outdoor surfaces, too.

  It includes a sponge bumper for rebounding action.

  For ages 3 and older

• Star Wars Light Saber Battle Game
  By Hasbro

  By simply plugging in an interactive game to your TV or VCR, you can battle with characters from the movie “Star Wars,” including Obi-Wan Kenobi, Yoda and Anakin Skywalker.

  A wireless lightsaber allows you to do battle with your favorite characters. You must fend off opponents by wielding your lightsaber quickly.

  For ages 8 and older
  Source: eToys.com and amazon.com

• Brain teasers

  Besides using toys that test your physical skills, there also are games that exercise your mind.

  Enjoy learning and have fun at the same time:

• Smithsonian Crime Lab Investigation Kit
  By Smithsonian

  Are you interested in solving a case? This investigation kit gives you a chance to become a forensic scientist. The equipment included allows you to review a case, gather and examine evidence and match clues to find a suspect.

  The kit includes a microscope, test tubes, safety goggles, synthetic blood, fingerprint powders and much more.

  For ages 8 and older

• Trivial Pursuit DVD for Kids
  By Hasbro

  This board game is now available by popping in a DVD. The game, which challenges your smarts, is led by a cast as they take you through instructions and each question. The game includes fun trivia challenges just for kids.

  Two to six players can play at the same time.

  For ages 8 and older

• Mind Wars Interactive Game
  By LeapPad

  Test your wits by answering questions while going up against another player. By hitting a buzzer to enter your answer, you must answer questions on topics such as math, art and music, geography, science and history. More than 500 questions are included in the game.

  The game includes a game board, game pieces, two buzzers and a cartridge.

  For ages 9 and older

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