GIFT GUIDE
Fourth Grade Gifts
Gifts for a 9-Year-Old or 10-Year-Old
From toys that stand the test of time to board games that are anything but boring, we found the best fourth grade products for a nine-year-old or ten-year-old. Our list of loot is kid-tested, teacher approved, and full of options for any family, so get wrappin'!
Crayon Physics Deluxe
This excellent online game is an addictively fun introduction to basic physics.
Newsgirl
This novel, set smack dab in one of America's most exciting times, is full of colorful characters, breathtaking adventure, and historical detail. Pure gold.
The Last Newspaper Boy in America
This book bites off a whole chunk of issues--the economy, the media industry, the importance of family traditions--but packs it into a funny story that any kid could love.
Grow Your Own Peanuts
Got a peanut butter addict in the house? If she's patient, she can grow her own!
The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate Audiobook
Audiobooks are a magical, and yet still very literary, way to consume stories. And, this is one story, with its blend of humor and history, that you won't want your child to miss.
Bison Woodkit
A bit like a 3-D puzzle, this toy comes with several sheets of thin wood. Punch them out and follow the directions to turn an odd assortment of shapes into a beautiful wooden model.
Geomate Jr.
The Geomate Jr. does one thing and one thing only: geocaching. With just 3 buttons and a 1 1/2 inch screen, it weighs a mere 3 ounces and primarily shows the bare basics.
The Amazing Game Board Book
Can't decide whether to introduce your child to backgammon or teach him chess? They're all between these covers!
Wax Drawing Kit
Packed up pretty with oil pastels, wooden frames, and colored and natural beeswax, this kit takes young artists step-by-step through the process of creating a picture inspired by an Ancient Greek wax technique.
Roboxplorer
This cool vehicle is enough to make any kid's eyes grow wide at the toy store, but not only do speed hounds get to play with it, they get to build it from scratch, too!
DMC-03 Multifunction Pedometer
Give your child's exercise routine a tech upgrade with this snazzy pedometer.
Top This!
Practice thinking outside of the box with this frustratingly fun and challenging puzzle game, meant for a single player.
Pocket Watercolor Set
Get your child started with this kid-friendly kit, which contains 18 half-pans of pigment and a brush in an easy-to-tote aluminum tin.
The Shadow of Malabron
Your fourth grader will race through this fast-paced and fantastical fairy-tale, filled with page-turning plot twists and wonderful characters.
Orienteering Booklet and Mini Compass Set
Orienteering is a nice family activity that will get your child up and moving, as she learns the tricks to becoming a true explorer.
Kiki Magazine
Want to give your daughter something special in the mail? Sign her up for a subscription to this magazine for creative girls. This isn't another glossy fashion mag showing airbrushed bodies; instead, it teaches girls how to nurture their own sense of style, rather than follow the pack.
