GIFT GUIDE 2009
Kindergarten Gifts
Gifts for a 5-Year-Old or 6-Year-Old
From toys that stand the test of time to board games that are anything but boring, we found the best kindergarten products for a five-year-old or six-year-old. Our list of loot is kid-tested, teacher approved, and full of options for any family, so get wrappin'!
Tree Blocks
Talk about toys au natural! Every set is hand cut from a different set of branches, which means that each one is a mix of sometimes odd shapes, from tiny twigs to chunky burled discs.
Super Scooter
Giant air-filled tires make bumps and dips a breeze. Plus, because the wheels bring riders' center of gravity higher than the typical scooter, it's a great way for kids not quite ready to remove training wheels from a bike to practice balance.
The Lion and the Mouse
This gorgeous adaptation of Aesop's famous fable has no words. Kids play storyteller, as they narrate Pinkney's beautiful illustrations of this tale, in which a little mouse helps free the king of the jungle in his hour of need.
Crazy Hair
A mad romp from the team behind Coraline, this kid-pleaser is wildly imaginative, with just a bit of spookiness thrown in.
Jeremy Draws a Monster
Unique and beautiful illustrations make this quirky story a fun and compelling read, inviting children to dance the line between imagination and reality.
Project Panda (Adventures of Riley)
This wonderful series, created in conjunction with The Smithsonian Institute and the World Wildlife Federation, is packed with facts from real scientists. A fun way to spark an interest in animals and geography, and a bridge between fiction and non-fiction.
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