Kid's clocks come in many shapes, sizes, and colors. They can depict many themes, for instance kid's wall clocks tell stories, have different animals, flowers and plants, or mechanical equipment. Children's cuckoo clocks are also available that are sure to be a big hit with kids of all ages.

Children's clocks are made of different materials. Some are made of wood, others are made of plastic. They have very beautiful designs, vivid colors, and elaborate artwork. Most are battery operated with minute and hour hands. Many have a sweeping second hand, a few have decorative design on the hand. Kid's clocks that are made in America, you can be sure are made with child-safe materials. This is important to the safety and well being of your child.

Choosing a wall clock for your child isn't that difficult. Depending on your child's age, level of interest and gender. A nursery should have a wall clock that is very colorful and has moderate action. A sweeping second on the clock will help keep the babies attention. There are some clocks that have cute figures on the second hand for fun. Many kids clocks have little boy or girl themes that are sure to please. Cowboy, fireman, or a construction theme and more for a little boy. A ballerina, fairies, or flowers and more for a little girl. There is sure to be a kid's clock that is a perfect fit.

The educational value of a children's wall clock can't be underestimated. Today everywhere you look almost every clock is digital. A child's main exposure to true time measurement is in school. Remember the plain white faced clock with black hands and sweeping red second hand when you were in school? Nursery rhymes such as Hickory Dickory Dock are impossible to imagine or sing to a digital clock. A child's clock will spark excitement and curiosity which is so critical in the learning process. Give your child a head start before they enter school with time measurement and learning to count. A clock for a child is one of the few gifts that truly will keep giving.