GIFT GUIDE 2008
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'!
Art Shark
Have you ever wanted to be an art dealer or museum cat burglar? In Art Shark, an engaging and beautifully illustrated boardless board game, you can do both! Not only is this a fun family game, it will also get your child acquainted with over 60 classic works of art.
Marineland Eclipse System 12 Aquarium Kit
Learning how to take care of living things is an important part of growing up - both in terms of gaining a solid understanding of biology, and fostering a sense of responsibility. A fish aquarium is a fun way for kids to take on the task. This great starter aquarium is made to last!
Odyssey Magazine
Odyssey, a science magazine for late elementary to middle school aged kids, appeals to kids by blending kid-friendly content with the latest in scientific discoveries, covering everything from DNA sequencing to archeology's most fantastic findings. A must for science junkies!
Link 26
This is a simple game that's big on letter recognition, vocabulary, and brainstorming skills, with enough silliness to keep it fun! The person with the most letter cards at the end of the game wins. It's like vocab volleyball, as players battle to brainstorm words before their opponents.
The Man in the Iron Mask
This graphic take on Dumas' classic novel does more than just distract kids for a second: it brings literature alive in comic book style, with lively images and easy-to-comprehend dialogue. Guaranteed to suck even the most reluctant reader into the fray. En garde!
The Higher Power of Lucky
Lucky is a ten-year-old who lives in Hard Pan, a tiny desert town, with her guardian and her faithful dog HMS Beagle. Ever curious about the world, Lucky's take on life will ring true for kids and adults alike in this Newbery Medal award-winning read.
The Museum of Western Colorado Dinosaur Expedition
Many kids first come to love science through paleontology. Why? Dinosaurs, of course! Mix it up this year and give your child the experience of a lifetime: the chance to be part of a real dinosaur dig.
Woodburning Creations Kit
Let's face it: kids are naturally curious about things that burn. Harness your child's curiosity for good with this fun kit, which allows kids to burn and paint designs into a variety of wooden surfaces. He'll make a picture frame, CD case, key chain, and more!
Apple Tree-to-Be
This Apple-Tree-To-Be kit contains clear directions for growing a tree from seed to fruit. The materials are organic across the boardâfrom rice-hull planting pots, to bark made of coconut husks.
The Mousehunter
Emiline dreams of becoming a famous mousehunter. One day fate intervenes, when she's given the chance to hunt down the infamous pirate Mousebeard. What follows is a high sea adventure full of mythical creatures, double-crossing pirates, and of course, incredibly interesting mice!
Pretty Darn Quick
Do you think you're QUiCk? How's your VocaBuLary? The Pretty Darn Quick Word Game will help you find out! This game is fun and educational, so challenge your child to a round and prepare for major laughs, and a chance to strengthen vocabulary skills along the way.
Lego Creator Cool Convertible
Kids will jump at the chance to construct this cool convertible, which can be rebuilt into a hefty truck, or miniloader with a moving platform. They'll be developing fine motor skills and mastering complex, sequenced directions. But with a kit this cool, they won't need much convincing to get ...
Lab Luxury
Learn about the chemical reactions in bath salts that make water fizz. Find out how soap works, and how milk baths soften the skin. Not only does this kit introduce your child to the science of spa ingredients, it also teaches her the basics of scientific inquiry!
Blokus Trigon
The four-square version of this game has been around for a while now, boosting spatial relation skills and challenging kids and adults alike. In the new Trigon, players compete with triangular shapes on a hexagonal board to fill as much area as possible with one color. Sound simple? It's not!
Spring Trampoline
Talk about a workout! Not only do trampolines burn calories like crazy, but they increase endurance, strength, spatial awareness, and balance. And they're so much fun to use that exercise feels like play, not work.
Top Toss
This recreational family game is a fun and safe alternative to horse shoes. Players stand 25 feet from the Top Toss tower and take turns hurling their colored Bolo Balls in the hopes of scoring points. Get your swinging arm ready and aim for that top bar!
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