Six-year-olds have a lot going on.
Between starting first grade, grasping the foundations of math, expressing thoughts and emotions with newfound clarity, and developing serious social skills, the life of a 6-year-old gets more multifaceted every day. And that can certainly leave parents with a lot to consider come the holidays.
So although 6-year-olds can finally tell their right from left, parents may not feel the same when trying to pinpoint the perfect gift for these complex kids. If there’s a 6-year-old kiddo on your holiday shopping list, check out our curation of gifts for every kind of first-grader below! And be sure to check out our full 2023 Holiday Gift Guide for an exhaustive list of must-have toys, gifts, and games.
RAINBOCORNS MERMAIDCORN SURPRISE
Kids can hatch open an egg to unbox a new plush friend and more than 35 surprises. There are six Mermaidcorns to collect, each with a peel-and-reveal heart to tell kids what their Mermaidcorn loves.
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MAGIC MIXIES MAGIC LAMP
Kids can interact with this magic lamp to reveal a talking genie that may grant wishes. Rub the lamp to release signature Magic Mixies mist, play a sound challenge, discover a special gem, and more.
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BITZEE
Kids can take care of and play with their Bitzee through a screen-free display and the pet will react to touch and movement, creating a two-way interaction. Each Bitzee has three evolutionary stages with the final stage unlocking a Super Bitzee and a special game.
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LITE-BRITE TOUCH
Press the board's color-changing buttons and watch as they light up, then keep pressing to change colors. Create new images using the included instructions or design your own. This version also features games to play.
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SONIC RACERS ASSORTED R/C
These R/C cars feature Sonic the Hedgehog characters behind the wheel in 1:28 scale. The line includes Amy Rose, Silver the Hedgehog, and Sonic.
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LASER X REVOLUTION ULTRA LONG-RANGE DOUBLE BLASTERS
Each blaster in this set of two features a range of more than 500 feet and a built-in receiver. Players can light up their blasters with more than 20 different colors. Each blaster in this set of two features a range of more than 500 feet and a built-in receiver. Players can light up their…
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POKÉMON TCG MY FIRST BATTLE
Young trainers can get the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) experience through fast decks with simplified rules designed for beginners. Kids will learn the difference between active and benched Pokémon, how to attack and evolve, and more.
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CRAYOLA TRAVEL GLOW ART STUDIO
Young travelers can create while on the go with this portable, light-up art set. The glow screen and light wand make kids' drawings light up, and the artwork will disappear over time so kids can make something new.
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RACING HEDGEHOGS
The race is on! Participants play cards from their hand to advance their hedgehogs. When one of the hedgehogs reaches the last space on the board, the race ends, and the players' remaining cards score points. Will kids push one hedgehog to the finish line first or play-the-odds on their favorite runner? Includes four cute…
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THE FRESH FAIRIES
These whimsical Fresh Fairies have sweet facial expressions, adorable poses, and authentic Bantu Knots, Puff Balls, Head Wraps, Afros and Afro Puffs. Standing three inches tall, these dolls arrive with an attached keychain clip to snap on purses, backpacks, jean loops, coat zippers, and more! Sugar Bae is a pixie fairy who adores everything sweet…
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LIVING ON THE VEG
Plant a love of plush plants in kids with Living on the Veg! These collectible plush are based on vegetables, mushrooms, and other plants.
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VURTEGO SLINGSHOT POGO STICK
This professional-quality pogo stick designed for kids features adjustable air spring technology. By adding or removing air, kids can create a softer or stiffer spring. The fully adjustable pogo stick can hold 40-180 pounds, and can jump up to 5 feet high.
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DISNEY ILY 4EVER FASHION DOLLS
Each of these fashion dolls comes with Disney character-inspired outfits, accessories, and shoes. Available characters include Ursula, Bambi, Stitch, and more!
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MAGIC SKETCH GLOW
This glow-in-the-dark art kit comes with a reusable, template-friendly drawing board with a protective cover and eight templates. Kids can draw and doodle, then use the Magic Light Pen to make their creations glow.
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TRAVEL SPIROGRAPH
This portable Spirograph studio features a built-in design ring, a work surface, and a storage compartment. It comes with six Spirograph precision wheels, two Spirograph design pens, a 24-page design pad, and a design guide.
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JUST MY STYLE ALL-IN-ONE HAIR STYLIST
This set includes more than 100 hair-styling pieces and a four-in-one hair tool with interchangeable parts. Kids can press the button on the handle to swap out the tools to experiment with different hairstyles.
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TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: MUTANT MAYHEM ACTION FIGURE ASSORTMENT
This action figure assortment features the heroes and villains from Seth Rogen’s upcoming Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem movie. Re-created in the same styling as the animated feature, the figures are fully articulated, stand between 4-5 inches tall, and come with a variety of weapons and accessories.
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CRAFT YOUR OWN MOSAIC FRAME
Create a colorful photo frame to display your favorite photographs with this craft kit.. Includes one wooden photo frame, shiny mosaic pieces, and plaster powder.
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CRAYOLA PAINT YOUR OWN BEAN BAG TOSS
Kids can paint the cornhole boards with the included paint and brushes, then play the game with the included bean bags. When they’re ready for a redesign, kids can wipe the boards clean with a wet towel and paint them again.
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POKÉMON TRAIN & PLAY DELUXE PIKACHU
Featuring more than 50 unique reactions, this 4.5-inch Pikachu comes with two interactive berries that trigger reactions when kids hold it to Pikachu’s nose. The figure features light-up cheeks; makes sounds; and has movement in its arms, ears, and tail.
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JOHN DEERE BUILDABLES
Kids can build their very own farm from start to finish. This farm-in-a-box includes 203 sturdy pieces that form a barn, a trailer, fencing, and more.
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VITAL HERO BATMAN
This wearable band encourages kids to be active as they complete missions — such as running and shadow boxing — to earn trophies, increase their battle win rate, and power up their character. A companion app offers more play experiences.
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LEGO CLASSIC CREATIVE NEON FUN
This set includes 333 neon-colored bricks in various sizes, including 18 bricks with expressive eyes. Kids can create five models by following the included instructions, or build their own creations.
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LCR LEFT CENTER RIGHT JUNIOR
Like the original, Left Center Right Junior is a game in which kids roll the dice and pass their chips around. The last player with chips wins! The dice in this set are made from foam.
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BALLERINA
Young dancers can snuggle up with ballerinas with this collection of plush dolls. Each plush in the collection is complete with a leotard and tutu and comes in a human or animal shape.
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MY FUZZY FRIENDS: MAGIC WHISPERS KITTY
Kids can place this interactive kitty's light-up heart on their forehead and she will whisper to them. Using special sound-conducting technology, no one else can hear her give advice, say how she feels, or tell cat jokes.
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SOLAR SYSTEM & BEYOND 48-PIECE GIANT PUZZLE
This 48-piece puzzle is packed with information about our solar system, current innovations in space exploration, and astronomical phenomena. It also includes facts about the history of space travel and information about the universe.
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BUMPAS
These 2.5-pound weighted plush create deep pressure stimulation to help promote a sense of security, reduce stress and anxiety, improve sleep quality, and create a calming effect.
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For more top toy picks for kids of all ages, check out The Toy Insider’s annual Holiday Gift Guide, and find the perfect gift using our Perfect Present Wizard!
