GIFT GUIDE
Fifth Grade Gifts
Gifts for a 10-Year-Old or 11-Year-old
From toys that stand the test of time to board games that are anything but boring, we found the best fifth grade products for a ten-year-old or eleven-year-old. Our list of loot is kid-tested, teacher approved, and full of options for any family, so get wrappin'!
Mamba Point
Set in Liberia in the 1980's, Mamba Point sneaks in some culture and historical references to give kids a snapshot of another world.
Stratego
This classic game of strategy has been around a while, but it delivers endless challenges to keep young minds fresh and coming back for more.
Native American Bead Loom
Get a taste of the classic art of bead weaving without the expense of a professional loom with this simple kit. If you've got an artistic, crafty kid at home, this kit is a definite win.
Story Cubes
Tuck these dice into a pocket and get ready for anytime fun. Roll them, see what surfaces, then use the pictures to spur a story.
All Natural Spa Lab
There's plenty of learning here: not only do girls indulge in luxurious spa treatments, they also get to thinking about the science behind the beauty.
Middleworld: The Jaguar Stones Book One
Dangerous terrain, mysterious secrets, ancient pyramids, and a whole lot of Mayan history play into this fast paced action adventure.
Erector Empire State Building
Want a building project that doubles as an industrial art piece?
Brew It Yourself Root Beer
Pop the top and smell the classic scent of root beer!This kit includes sassafras extract, yeast, a funnel, and instructions for making root beer.
Stitch-it Raccoon Keyring Kit
Create a cute key chain in the form of a raccoon, squirrel, bunny, puppy or chick: all you need are nimble fingers, a willingness to learn, and an attention-span long enough to take in detailed instructions
The Original Rummikub
With all the choices in the game closet, it's amazing just how often this one seems to come out on top.
Zipfy
Dump the inner tube! This lightweight, compact, made in the USA number is billed as a "freestyle mini luge."
10 Days in the USA
In this fun family game, players race to plane, train, or walk across the United States ... and learn geography while they're at it!
Pocket Yam Slam
Proof that big things sometimes come in small packages, this petite game has all the play value of the original, but it's small enough to fit in a Christmas stocking.
The Boy Who Could Fly
A thoughtful fantasy that takes a deeply meaningful look at what it is to be human.
Safari Rider
Kids get an up-close and personal look at some physics, as they build a safari racer, putting the battery, motor, wheel axles, and wiring in the right place.
Faery Rebels: Spell Hunter
Full of fantasy, adventure, romance, and as strong a heroine as they come, this is one book your child will be hard pressed to put down.
