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1. A Gravity Maze game to challenge kids to use spatial reasoning to solve the puzzles and figure out how to construct pathways to get the marble to drop to the final cube.
The game comes with 60 challenges that range from beginner to expert so it will hold their interest as they work their way up to the trickier ones.
Promising review: "Purchased this for a gift for my 10-year-old daughter. She loves to read, build Legos, and other thought provoking games and toys. This fulfilled all of what I hope it would for her. She sat the first time she opened it, and completes all of the 'easy' level ones before ever putting it away. I often find her trying some tough ones that she is stuck on. This is great to be played alone but also fun in a group." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $27.86.
2. A Melissa & Doug loom perfect for that old soul in a young body to weave blankets, scarves or purses. *Oprah voice* You get a scarf, you get a scarf, you get a scarf!
The loom comes with an oversized wooden needle, craft materials, an illustrated design booklet, and 91 yards of rainbow yarn. Recommended for ages 6+.
Promising review: "My daughter who is 10 loves this loom. She made lots of coasters and blankets for her dolls. I bought her thick yarn once she ran out of the yarn that came with it. She also made a purse. Very happy with the purchase." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $42.75.
3. A Crayola light-up tracing pad to *illuminate* the imagination of the young Picassos in your life and get them excited to create mini masterpieces.
The tracing pad comes with the light-up board, 10 tracing sheets, 10 blank sheets, a graphite pencil, and 12 short colored pencils. (The set includes detailed pictures to trace, but there are more templates online that can be downloaded for free.)
Promising review: "This light board is awesome. My 10 yr old uses it all the time and loves it. We were even able to download extra tracing masters at Crayola's website!" —R. E. M.
Get it from Amazon for $26.99.
4. An affordable drone because most kids have been probably begging for one for months. This will *propel* you to instant fave status.
Promising review: "Great for a 10-year-old. My 10-year-old son really wanted a drone, but he's prone to damaging and losing things so we didn't want to get him something really expensive. This is a great option for a kid his age whose just learning. It flys really fast and is actually pretty sensitive to the remote control. The colored lights are great because you can see it easily and it makes it exciting since there's not attached camera. Overall, a great beginner drone." —AR
Get it from Amazon for $39.98+ (clip the coupon on the product page to save 15%; available in four styles).
5. A shark bath bomb for any kid on your list who is into recreating the bloody shark attack from Jaws in their tub. Should you be worried? Probably. Will you wish you had bought one for yourself? Absolutely.
Soft Skin Bubbly Sins is a small biz based in Collins, Georgia.
Promising review: "I can’t wait to see the face my lil' brother makes when I give this to him!!! It looks so cool and I’m in love with the Fruit Loop scent. Plus, they sent another one as a gift, so he will have two just like I got his sister. 😭💕 I’m hoping he finds this bath bomb as cool as I do so I have an excuse to buy more of them because if he won’t use them, I will. 100% recommend them to anyone with little kids or just a fun personality!!!" —Patricia
Get it from Soft Skin Bubbly Sins on Etsy for $6 (available in 62 scents).
6. A super colorful pogo ball if you've got kids who are always bouncing around the house and need to focus that up-and-down energy (preferably) somewhere else. It's like a pogo stick without the stick!
7. A mini Kodak instant photo printer so budding photographers can instantly print their fave photos to hang on their bedroom wall or mail them off to grandma.
Promising review: "10-year-old's favorite gift! My daughter received this for Christmas. She was able to set it up and do everything on her own with no help from an adult. She started printing pictures right away. She loves it." —Charity
Get it from Amazon for $99.99+ (available in three colors and with 8 sheets or 68 sheets).
8. A National Geographic geodes kit to blow any junior geologist's mind and give them an excuse to smash rocks with a hammer.
This science kit includes 10 natural crystal-filled geodes, one pair of safety goggles, three display stands, and one learning guide.
Promising review: "My daughter is 10 and this kept her busy for HOURS! She had so much fun and was excited every time she got a glimpse of what might be inside. A couple of them were pretty cool, while the rest were just white. She didn't care, she loves them all. She was so proud to gift them to her grandparents." —Michelle
Get it from Amazon for $16.49+ (available in four sizes).
9. A Kids Against Maturity card game with 600 question and answer cards filled with "age-appropriate toilet humor and funny innuendos" the whole family can enjoy. The player who gives the funniest answer to the fill-in-the-blank questions is the winner. But, really, there are no losers here either.
10. A pair of waterproof wireless earbuds with 150,000+ 5-star reviews (!!!) that are a total AirPod alternative at a fraction of the cost. Now, you don't have to listen to Taylor Swift's Shake it Off on repeat all day long.
Promising review: "My 10-year-old purchased these for himself because they were a quality and affordable option. Comes with different size silicone ear pieces, so he could find one that fit well. Sound quality is good and controls are easy to use. Also, really love that these are waterproof and that we can easily clean them and the case. His only complaint is that if he has to adjust it in his ear, he sometimes hits a control and changes a song or turns up the volume, but that’s easy to deal with. These are a good quality ear bud option and great for older child through adult." —Dennis
Promising review: "I purchased for my 10-year-old son and he loves them. Why buy AirPods when you can save a ton of money and get equal or better quality. I can’t speak on longevity yet but solid built with warranty so believe they will hold up. Fantastic!" —Anthony S.
Get it from Amazon for $26.99 (clip the coupon on the product page to ave $6; available in six colors).
11. A 3D skyline puzzle because an interest in international architecture has to start somewhere. Let that somewhere be right at home with these scale models featuring the most iconic locales of their respective cities. Best part? These can take up to three hours to put together!
12. Phase 10, a Rummy-style game where players compete different types of card sets. Plus there are "wild" and "skip" cards to keep things extra interesting! The tin case also makes it a great game for taking on the go!
Recommended for 2–6 players, ages 7+.
Promising review: "I played Phase 10 all the time with my mom growing up. With us spending more and more time at home because of the pandemic we have started playing a lot more board/card games. This was a lot of fun to introduce to my kiddos. My 9 year old caught on quickly and the best part is I liked how it came in a tin which makes it nice to store." —Amazon Customer
Promising review: "We LOVE Phase 10!!! It has taken some time for my 12 year old to understand how to strategize but now he has the hang of it. My 12 & 16 year old ask to play every night after dinner. We also take it on vacation, restaurants, doctors appointment… EVERYWHERE." —Samantha
Get it from Amazon for $11.19.
13. A pack of hair chalk pens perfect for little ladies and dudes who are *dyeing* to experiment with colors without going permanent. Reviewers say these are not only easy to apply, but also wash out easily.
Promising review: "My girls absolutely loved this easy to use hair chalk! The directions were super easy to follow and my 10-year-old and 8-year-old were able to do this kit all by themselves! The colors were vibrant and fun. It worked great in my daughter’s dark blonde hair and my other daighter’s Medium brown hair. The chalk did not drip or stain anything or make any kind of a mess which made me super happy!!! It washed out perfectly in the shower and again did not cause any staining or mess! I absolutely recommend this fun and adorable hair chalk set!" —Jen
Get a pack of 10 from Amazon for $12.90.
14. A Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza card game because it'll have your 10-year-old (and the rest of the fam) in tears from *belly laughing* so hard.
Pass out all the cards to the players and keep all the stacks face down. Everyone takes a turn putting a card down in the middle, while saying "taco," "cat," "goat," "cheese," and "pizza," in that order. If the picture on your card matches the word that's said, everyone races against each other to slap their hand on the central pile of cards. Whoever is last must take the pile of cards and add them to their stack, and the person who runs out of cards first wins!
Promising review: "My 10-year-old's favorite game! We took it with us on a weekend away at a cabin and it was a huge hit! My 10-year-old and I literally laughed until we cried! Great family fun and good innocent fun, too, when friends come over! Her almost-12-year-old bff got just as big of a kick out of it as she did when she came over and played it with us. Highly recommend for laughs and fun and family time!" —designermomoftwo
Get it from Amazon for $9.84.
15. A compact and lightweight Razor "RipStik Ripster" board that's like half a skateboard in that it only has two wheels (360-degree casters) and a narrow (but slip-resistant) deck. In a word: radical!
Promising review: "Top item on my 10-year-old's birthday wish list! She was so excited to get it. Begs me every day to bring it with me when I pick her up from school so she can ride it back to the car. She’s had it for over a week now and keeps getting better at it. I’ve already told some friends where to get it for their kids!" —Desiree
"It was this or a skateboard. I honestly thought my turning 10-year-old daughter would try it once then stop. I was so wrong! She loves it and it's easy for her to learn and improve on. One of the best gifts I've gotten for this daughter in a long time. She loves it, uses it daily, and takes it to her friends' house to teach them how to use it! Highly recommend!" —Mike
Get it from Amazon for $58.60+ (available in two colors).
16. A rock painting kit where the artwork is only part of the fun. It's also a sweet opportunity to leave uplifting messages behind in the local park to spread a little positivity. ❤️
Each kit comes with 10 rocks, eight colors of waterproof paint, a paint brush, rock transfer designs, and tracking stickers.
Promising review: "My 10-year-old and I loved this! It was a fun and different way to spend the afternoon. It was simple to use. We are going to get more rocks because we are left with lots of paint and stickers. We are going to place the rocks along the trail next time we go hiking. I would recommend this product." —claudia
Get it from Amazon for $5.29+ (available in six versions).
17. A splurge-worthy rechargeable laser tag set that reviewers say will turn a yard or basement into an absolutely *epic* battle zone and have the whole fam running around at lightning speed trying to take each other out.
The set includes four rechargeable guns, four rechargeable vests, and one charging station. You can play approximately eight games per charge. The cool LCD screens on the vest keep count of how many lives you have and the vest vibrates when you get shot, aka tagged. Play with up to four teams and eliminate your enemies to win the game. Recommended for ages 8+.
Promising review: "Boys are 8 and 10 years of age and they love them. If you're looking to lose some weight though try these, I lost about 10 lbs with all the 'lets play like we are on Fortnite.' Needless to say I probably spent more time running than shooting, they have no mercy on me (Ha Ha). GREAT GUNS!!!!" —Kenya
Get it from Amazon for $199.99 (clip the coupon on the product page to save $50).
18. A Connect 4 Spin Game, which takes the classic (you know, get four colored discs to line up vertically, horizontally, or diagonally) but adds the new challenge of having to literally spin each column every time you drop a piece. Family game night just got more fun, stressful, and challenging; you take your pick, maybe all three.
Promising review: "My kids loved this, and I honestly loved it as well. It’s very practical and easy to understand the dynamic of how to play. I recommend it to everyone. I have bought many more as gifts, and the other kids loved it." —Esther T.
"This a fun new way to play. I like the spin option because it can change your strategy around. Played it with my 9- and 10-year-old nephews, and they created their own game! Fun, fun, fun!" —SE
Get it from Amazon for $15.99.
19. A backpack that'll basically blow any Fortnite-obsessed kiddo's mind and will have them *actually* looking forward to Monday so they can show off their cool new gear to classmates.
Promising review: "Christmas gift for my 10-year-old Fortnite lover. He was over the moon excited! Basic backpack no frills but is made with nice sturdy material." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $28.85.
20. A squishy scented pillow because it literally smells like yummy s'mores. They won't be able to resist snuggling with it all winter long.
21. A remote-controlled moon lamp and night light featuring 16 different color transformations. This globe can glow super bright or dim to night-light levels. Plugs in, but there's also a battery for 8—24 hours of moonlight.
22. A wooden puzzle equivalent to playing Tetris but in tactile form that'll ~exercise their brain~ without any screen time.
Reviewer's say this is a great toy for all ages — from 3 to 12.
Promising review: "My 5-year-old and 10-year-old absolutely love this puzzle. It's like a tangible form of Tetris. They also like making little figures or robots out of the shapes. We take it to restaurants, etc. I'll be ordering a second one." —HappyCamper
Get it from Amazon for $8.99.
23. A two-pack of super light flying rings because you know at least one of them will be immediately eaten by a neighbor's tree or end up on the roof.
24. A pack of stretchy fidget noodles for helping soothe anxiety as they twist, pull and twirl these to their heart's content.
Promising review: "I purchased these for our 10-year-old son with ASD. He absolutely loves them and definitely recommends them!" —Amazon Customer
Promising review: "Very durable, lasts a long time. My 10-year-old uses it for her anxiety, and it really helps." —Holli Ciresoli
Get a pack of five from Amazon for $12.99.
25. A Razor scooter because it'll appeal to little daredevils who would love nothing more than to zip around the block and show off stunts.
Promising review: "My 10-year-old daughter got an electric scooter for Christmas last year. This year she wanted a manual one. We live in New England. Have had a relatively mild winter so far, but she has kept the scooter inside. All three of my kids ride it in circles around our first floor! (My oldest is 16.5!) BEST CHRISTMAS PRESENT EVER! It was very inexpensive, but its rugged. Well made. Can't believe they are all getting so much use/fun out of such a simple toy. I will actually miss it when they have to take it outside. (Once it goes outside, it stays outside!) GREAT scooter!!" —Heather Adamson
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in eight colors).
26. A friendship bracelet maker that might just stop pre-teens from scrolling TikTok aimlessly and instead creating cute wrist candy for their inner circle of besties.
Promising review: "I bought this as a birthday gift for our 10-year-old granddaughter. She's having lots of fun making friendship bracelets and keychains. It sits nicely on a flat surface ( doesn't slide around excessively), helps her to keep the floss strands tight, and also helps to keep her place when she wants to take a break for a bit. She has felt more comfortable starting out with six strands instead of ten. The keychains she's been making are 30 rows...so she timed herself and it took her one minute and 10 seconds to do two rows (with six strands she does three colors with two rows of each color)... so she figured it takes her 30 to 45 minutes to make one keychain (including breaks...lol). 30 rows is also a good size for the friendship bracelets she's been making for her younger cousins too. I'm pleased with the quality and she's having fun...so it's a keeper and I recommend it." —KSH
Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in six colors).
27. An easy-to-install two-tire pack of LED bike wheel lights so cyclists can add some style and some safety to their rides. Keep the lights static or use the flashing mode for up to 40+ hours of bike-riding that's totally lit (just like the kids used to say).
28. A Lego Minecraft set if you've ever asked yourself, "What is the appeal of Minecraft?" TBH, this might not answer the question but the combo is sure to be a hit with die-hard fans.
Promising review: "Actually as pictured, and my 10-year-old has enjoyed putting it together! I would recommend this to Minecraft fans who also love Legos… it's the best of both worlds!" —Genna Pocham Reddy
Promising review: "I bought this as a birthday gift for a 10-year-old boy. He was wearing a Minecraft T-shirt and I realized I made the right choice. He was so excited so I bought another one for my grandson for Christmas. He said 'grandma why didn't you get one for me, I love Minecraft!!'" —tracy weiland
Get it from Amazon for $19.49.
29. Otrio, a twist on the classic tic-tac-toe that'll become a game night fave with all ages — from your 10-year-old nephew to Grandpa Joe.
To win, players must get three circular pieces of their color in a row in either ascending or descending order; get the same sized pieces in a row; or get three concentric pieces in the same space, but beware of other players attempting to block you!
Recommended for two to four players ages 8+.
Promising review: "Super fun game! My mom wanted to get this game for my niece, who is 10-years-old. I was skeptical at first, but we all enjoy playing it. It is easy to learn and yet a challenge to win. It is definitely a strategic thinking game of tic tac toe! Highly recommend." —gunniwolf
Promising review: "I got this for my sister-in-law’s family. Her kids, 10- and 8-years-old, love it, and Mom and Dad enjoyed playing it with them as well. Great gift." —M. Harvey
Get it from Amazon for $34.39.
30. A water bottle decorating kit they can bedazzle to the max with sparkly glitter gem stickers — basically the 10-year-old equivalent to J.Lo’s blinged-out Starbucks cup.
The kit comes with everything they need to create their own personalized water bottle including a BPA-free water bottle, seven sheets of rhinestone stickers and a carabiner to hang the bottle once it's done.
Promising review: "This was a great gift for my 10-year-old granddaughter. It's creative and practical. She loved decorating her own water bottle. There were enough stick-on decorations that she used them on a few other other items as well. She was thrilled!" —Kathleen Donndelinger
Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in two styles).
31. A rainbow-colored saucer swing guaranteed to add a pop of color to any room and become the kiddo's fave ~hangout~ spot in the playroom or yard.
Promising review: "I bought this and was a little skeptical about its quality since this sells for double on amazon under different brands. It’s the same quality and size as others. Two big kids fit comfortably and was and awesome gift for my 7- and 10-year-old daughters." —Michael K. Hansen
Get it from Amazon for $41.99+ (available in two sizes).
32. A 1,000+ piece Make Your Own Wall Collage craft kit for kids to explore their aesthetic and artistic sides while turning their bedrooms into museum-worthy masterpieces. Stickers, string, sticky-tape, this set has it all!
33. A ThinkFun Dog Crimes logic and brainteaser game featuring 40 canine-themed mysteries to solve, like "Who ate the homework" and "Who took a massive...," well, maybe not that one.
34. A pack of parachute toys ingeniously designed not to tangle despite being tossed excitedly from the top of the stairs or a balcony over and over.
Promising review: "My 10-year-old nephew has hours of fun with these tossing them off the deck. They hold his attention. Very durable! Solders have landed in trees, on brick, in the bird feeder, in the pool, in a rose garden and once behind enemy lines (our neighbors yard with a big dig) no damage yet, not even from rose thorns or the enemy dog!" —JoAnne Smith
Get a pack of four from Amazon for $9.29.
35. An itty bitty Baby Yoda Bluetooth speaker to clip onto their backpack or blast fave tunes in their room. But don't be fooled — reviewers say what it lacks in size, it makes up for with some serious out-of-this-galaxy sound.
Promising review: We wanted a small speaker that would fit while we ski and bike. This adorable speaker has great sound in a small size. Charges quickly and even will charge on our portable phone charger. We love this Grogu speaker!" —Justin Gerde
Get it from Amazon for $17.95.
36. And light saber chopsticks perfect for the Star Wars fanatics in your life. These emanate a glow that'll turn a sushi or noodle dinner into an out-of-this-galaxy experience.
Promising review: "These were a gift and an amazing one! They are bright and fun and the kids love them! They are great for mini light saber wars, or sitting down to a bowl of Ramen or any other food. They are easy to clean and operate. the battery compartment on a couple was a little loose, but other than that they are great. Makes a great stocking stuffer or house warming gift for the Jedi in your life." —WorkingMamaAly
Get it from Amazon for $10.97 (available in nine colors and also in two-packs, three-packs, and four-packs).
37. A flying orb with flashing lights that'll cure cabin fever while the kids make it float in the air and boomerang back, leaving them wondering "what is this sorcery?"
Promising review: "Got this for my 10-year-old nephew as one of his Christmas presents and the moment he unwrapped it, he became obsessed with it. The learning curve on it is a bit large, but once you get it, it is so fun to play with everyone in the family of all ages, loves it!" —Jacquelyn
Get it from Amazon for $32 (clip the coupon on the product page to save $6; available in seven colors).
38. A Nintendo Switch Lite that'll definitely become their new fave thing EVER. (Especially after they play Animal Crossing!)
Promising review: "We got this for my 11-year-old for Christmas! He absolutely loves it!!" —whitney mcvay
Get it from Amazon for $195.91+ (available in three colors).
39. A solar-powered DIY robot kit so young STEM enthusiasts can get the *gears* in their head turning as they build 12 different types of moving robots.
The kit includes 190 pieces, a solar panel, and detailed instructions.
Promising review: "My two boys, who are 9 and 11, were thrilled to get this STEM toy. They sit in school and study all day long and never have any interactions with projects or materials to tinker with. I am so glad I found this affordable project kit for them. I like them to read instructions and figure out where things go and how they work. Such great life skills to develop. I will update once we've done a project but I'm already thinking of buying more to have in my gift closet." —LIZZIE DONZIS
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in two colors).
40. A screaming goat figurine because any kid will think it's absolutely hysterical to express themselves via this bleating sidekick. Just press the button and it lets out an "AAAHHHHHHHH!"
It also comes with a 32-page illustrated booklet all about goats. Not gonna lie, you're probably going to regret this purchase after listening to a few hundred bleats 😂.
Promising review: "Bought as a stocking stuffer for my 10-year-old. He loves it!" —Sshivers13
Get it from Amazon for $7.65.
41. A wireless karaoke mic so pint-sized rock stars can put up *epic* performances in the living room. Parents be warned: you might need to invest in noise-cancelling headphones.
Promising review: "Bought this as a gift for my 8 year old daughter who loves singing in it, and it was very easy to hook up to her Bluetooth on her iPhone. Now I need to buy 3 more because my 12 year old, 10 year old and 5 year old all want one!" —thoyercompton
Get it from Amazon for $16.89+ (available in 12 colors).
42. A giant bubble wands kit to keep kids enthralled thanks to the two-handle wand designed to help 'em make the most ~ginormous bubbles~ they've ever seen.
The kit comes with the giant bubble wand, two pouches of bubble concentrate, and a booklet to help you become a skilled bubble creator!
Promising review: "As an aunt, it’s sometimes difficult for me to predict what the kids will like. These giant bubbles were a HUGE hit with all the kids - both the boys and the girls, and especially with the 9 and 10 year olds. They kept coming back to them and I had to use both packets of bubbles because they were enjoying it so much. Each packet makes quite a bit. Good value for the money. I’m ordering refill packets AND a second kit so they can do double the bubbles next time!"—connelly
Get it from Amazon for $15.19+ (available in seven styles).
43. A cat-shaped night light because every kiddo deserves a *purrfectly* cute bedside pet. Bonus: This one won't throw shade — quite the opposite.
Promising review: "Got this for my 10 year old daughter and she loves it." —Bridget G.
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (clip the coupon on the product page to save 15%; available in two styles and with or without remote).
44. A Snap Circuits kit to give young engineers a hands-on intro to how electrical circuits work while they figure out how to assemble over 100 ~working~ circuit projects with 30+ electronic parts that snap together easily on the included plastic grid. (No tools needed!)
The kit comes with over 32 electrical components including snap wires, slide switches, an alarm circuit, a music integrated circuit, and a speaker. (Each piece is numbered and color-coded to make identifying them easy.) Plus, a plastic grid and a project manual with 101 different electronic projects.
Recommended for ages 8+. Adult supervision advised.
Promising review: "My 10 year old son LOVES doing these! So fun for him." —EFowl
Get a set from Amazon for $35.99.
45. A tortilla blanket perfect for the child with a weird sense of humor who may have outgrown the swaddle but will always say "yes, please" to being wrapped up like a cheesy *human burrito.*
Promising review: "I ordered this for my ten year old granddaughter. She loved it. It is so soft and it is lightweight but still has the perfect amount of warmth to it, which is perfect for this time of year. It come’s packed in a nice drawstring bag. Very happy with my purchase." —Pen61
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in six styles and four sizes).
46. A hilariously adorable Shrek-shaped toothpaste cap that'll actually have your kiddo begging to brush their teeth. 😂
Casual Chicken is a small business based in Irvine, California, that sells an array of unique 3D-printed items.
Promising review: "I highly recommend. I gave it to my little brother and he loved it!" —Country Pickle
Get it from Casual Chicken on Etsy for $9.99.
47. A pack of Mini Brands mystery balls with five mystery compartments that open up to reveal mini replicas of your fave brands like Kool-Aid, Jell-O, Heinz ketchup and more! I mean, these are literally a TikTok phenomenon with 3 billion+ views and counting.
Promising review: "Buy it Now!!! If you have a little girl in your life these are truly an awesome gift! Can't even lie, I myself love them too. Literally miniature items of our favorite brands. Way too cute!!! Love this item!" —Andria
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $15.99 (also available in series 4).
48. A positive affirmation mirror decal that'll provide the sweetest daily reminders to your child that they are ✨worthy✨.
Interior Niche is a small biz based in Appleton, Wisconsin, owned by a mamapreneur, who specializes in affirmation stickers, doormats, and tags.
Promising review: "I ordered this for my daughter who is starting middle school, so she could start the day with positive affirmations. It was easy to put up, looks great, and the shipping was fast. I’d order from this shop again or recommend to someone looking to make a purchase." —Amber Cruz
Get it from Interior Niche from Etsy for $22.88 (available in two styles).
49. A paint and plant your own garden set so the kids can see their flowers bloom over time. This makes a great gift for anyone who loves gardening!
The kit comes with a tin planter, plastic liner, soil, three seed packets, six-color paint strips, two paint brushes, paint palette, three wooden plant markers, shovel, watering bottle, and an instruction booklet.
Promising review: "I bought this for my granddaughter for Valentine’s Day. She’s 12 and loves it." —MimiG80817
Get it from Amazon for $19.79.
50. A 360-degree-rotating three-in-one LED globe, constellation map, and night-light that'll let them explore the world *and* look at constellations. And, the night-light emits a celestial glow that any 10-year-old will love.
Promising review: "My 12-year-old and 6-year-old sit and play with it for hours at a time. It lights up. Not too big, and fits on a desk perfectly." —Kristina Chew
Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in three sizes).
51. A magnetic shape-shifting puzzle cube for any 10-year-old who loves creating different structures. They can switch this cube into over 70 shapes and create new challenges every time they play with it.
You can also collect all 12 puzzle box designs to connect multiple magnetic cubes to build even larger structures and sculptures.
Promising review: "I was hesitant about spending $25 for this toy and even more concerned when it showed up and I saw the size, but this got the award for favorite Christmas gift. Both my 9-year-old and 12-year-old play with it constantly!" —Blair001
Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in 19 designs).
52. A glow sketch pillowcase that'll let your kiddo draw illuminated words and objects while they get ready to sleep.
Illuminated Apparel GB is a small biz based in the UK that has developed a bespoke luminescent ink to create unique interactive clothing and pillowcases for children.
The set includes a machine-washable pillowcase and a glow pen for drawing. Glow Sketch is an interactive pillow case that brings out creativity and imagination at night. Draw by charging up the unique luminescent ink on the pillowcase. Then as the glow fades the artwork will magically disappear leaving a clean canvas to create a whole new masterpiece — no mess, just fun!
Promising review: "What a great, quirky item, my boy loves it (as do we, and I’m tempted to get them for the adults' bed). Really lovely item and arrived in good time and the customer service has been helpful throughout. 100% recommend for a different gift." —Naomi Turner
Get it from Illuminated Apparel GB on Etsy for $22.02.
53. A scratch paper art set because you and your 10-year-old will have fun drawing objects and revealing rainbow colors for hours.
54. A moody reversible octopus plush so they can express their feelings by flipping this cute sea creature.
55. A pack of Lucky Fortune collectible bracelets that comes with two individually wrapped fortune cookies. Crack 'em open to reveal an adjustable surprise bracelet with a charm and a paper fortune. Who wouldn't feel lucky to find these in their stocking?
Each package contains a fortune cookie shaped bracelet holder with a surprise Lucky Fortune charm bracelet and matching paper fortune. This pack includes two cookies and two bracelets.
Promising review: "My 9-year-old daughter got this today and loves them. She got the ultra rare lucky one. It was the first one she opened. The quality is really nice and I can see her wearing these for awhile." —ALUCARD
Promising review: "Birthday gift for my 9-year-old niece. She couldn’t wait to give one to her BFF. Surprisingly great quality. Not a throw away kind of toy. The bracelet was nicely made and the fortune cookie can be put back together. Very fun. Would definitely buy again." —William’s Mum
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $7.02.
56. A 12-sided fidget toy (aka a Dodecagon) with gears, buttons, a joystick, switch, stress balls, and more for keeping fingers (and more importantly the mind operating those fingers) unstressed and focused.
57. A paintable squishies kit that comes with paint, glitter and the most adorable unicorn, rainbow and narwhal — just asking to be bedazzled and squeezed.
The kit comes with four-slow rise squishies, four large bottles of paint, two quality paint brushes, sprinkles, color guide, and easy-to-follow instructions.
Promising review: "I bought these for my 9-year-old daughter's birthday and she loved them! The squishies are a very good size, and it came with a chart showing her what colors to mix to make other colors, how to apply the glitter, etc. It was very kid oriented, she was so excited to get painting. I would definitely recommend if you child likes to paint, be creative, and likes squishies, this is the perfect combination!" —ams24
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (clip the coupon on the product page to save $2 on select styles; available in three styles).
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