Shopping for a 10- or 11-year-old during the holidays is a unique kind of fun. Kids at this age are full of personality and eager to explore their own interests in deeper ways. They’re old enough to handle more complex toys and games, and they’re looking for things that challenge them, entertain them, and give them a sense of accomplishment. Whether they’re into science experiments, creative arts, or hands-on building, 10- and 11-year-olds love toys that let them dive into their hobbies and express who they are. If you’re a parent, grandparent, or family friend, finding the perfect gift for this age group is all about picking something that matches their passions and helps them explore new skills.
In this guide, we’ve gathered a range of toys that cater to the adventurous, inquisitive spirit of this age group. These toys aren’t just about having fun (though there’s plenty of that!); they’re also about fueling creativity, developing problem-solving skills, and encouraging independence. Each toy is chosen with the growing interests and abilities of 10- and 11-year-olds in mind, so there’s something here for every kind of kid. From STEM kits to artistic tools, these toys are sure to inspire them long after the holidays are over.
Why You’ll Love These Toys
The toys in this guide are designed to bring out the best in 10- and 11-year-olds by combining fun with meaningful learning. Kids at this age love being challenged, and these toys do just that. They help support skills like critical thinking, creativity, and focus—all while keeping kids engaged and entertained. Parents will appreciate that these toys are sturdy, safe, and made for more sophisticated play, so kids can dive deep without getting bored.
What makes these toys special is that they’re built to grow with your child, offering new ways to play as their skills and interests evolve. Whether it’s a challenging puzzle, an art kit, or a science experiment, each item offers a chance for kids to feel accomplished and proud of what they can create or solve. You can feel great knowing you’re giving a gift that’s fun, thoughtful, and supportive of their development, making it a perfect pick for the holiday season. Happy shopping!
Best Toys for 10-11 Year Olds: Holiday Gift Guide 2024
Pottery Wheel
Fat Brain Toys Ribbon Ninja
Lip Smacker Sparkle & Shine Eyeshadow Makeup Palette
Hover-1 Buggy Hoverboard
PowerA Wireless Controller
LEGO Harry Potter Hedwig Moving Wings Owl
Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Instant Camera
Lucky Doug 12-in-1 STEM Solar Robot
Bicycle Speedometer and Odometer Wireless
Ooly Twisty Stix Oil Pastel Crayons
Bath Bombs
Nightball Light Up Soccer Ball
ThinkFun Gravity Maze Marble Run
Harry Potter Labyrinth Board Game
TENZI Party Pack Dice Game
Jetson 2-Wheel Kick Scooter
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Magnetic Marble Run
Hair Chalk
Faber-Castell Goldfaber Color Pencils
Brother Sewing Machine
Dear Future Me – Journal Notebook
LEGO DOTS Harry Potter Hedwig Pencil Holder
Pandasaurus Games The Mind
The Magnetic Award-Winning Party Game of Skill
Crazy Aaron’s Hide Inside! Sweet Surprise Thinking Putty
The Original Glow in The Dark Capture The Flag Game
Magnetic Dart Board
Kids Against Maturity
Wallniture Sporta Wall Mounted Ball Storage
Gaming Girl Talk Truth or Dare Board Game
Wooden Flower Press
Marble Run 3D Wooden Puzzles
Personalized Name Necklace
Table Tennis to Go Portable Ping Pong Set
Steve Spangler Science Energy Stick
Thames & Kosmos Mega Cyborg Hand
Play2Learn Toddler & Preschool Programs for Curious Toddlers
There is no limit to your toddler’s energy and curiosity. That energy and curiosity although a joy can be challenging at times. Their interest in just about everything around them is what makes them great learners. One and two year olds can soak up so much just from their senses!
But as a teacher or parent that thirst for learning can be exhausting. That is why I created this toddler and preschooler program. To help you get the most out of this time with your curious toddler without having to come up with creative ways to play and interact with them.
Play2Learn for Toddlers includes 20 Units for toddlers. Each 2-week toddler unit has 20 super easy to set up and engaging activities for toddlers 18 months to 3 years.
Play2Learn Preschool which includes 20 Units for preschoolers. Each 2-week preschoolers unit has 20 unique and easy to set up and engaging activities for preschoolers 3 years to 5 years. That’s over 800 learning activities for your toddler and preschooler at your fingertips! So many ideas you and your child will never be bored again!
These toddler and preschool lesson plans and activities will definitely keep you and your toddler and preschooler busy playing and learning!
Click here for more information: Play2Learn
Book: Exciting Sensory Bins for Curious Kids
Did you know I wrote a book of sensory bins? Click here for more information Exciting Sensory Bin for Curious Kids. Or grab your copy at Amazon.
Boring afternoons are made exciting with awesome animal-based bins, like Salty Shark Bay or Yarn Farm. Pretend play bins like Birthday Cake Sensory Play or Bubble Tea Party encourage creativity and imagination. And your kids will have so much fun they won’t even know they’re getting smarter with STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) activities like Sink or Float Soup, Magnetic Letter Hunt or Ice Cream Scoop and Count.
Designed for toddlers 18 months and up.
Book: Super STEAM Activity Book for Kids
Learning all about science, technology, engineering, art, and math sets kids up for scholastic success―and it can be so much fun! Watch kids enjoy building STEAM skills as they color friendly fish, help water find its way to tree roots, solve math problems with mazes, and more.
Find out more and grab your copy here.
Designed for preschoolers 3 years old and up.
Book: Big Book of Riddles for Kids
Riddle me this: What’s an exciting way to practice critical thinking while having a blast? The Big Riddle Book for Kids, of course! From hilarious puns to tough brain teasers, kids can build problem-solving skills with hundreds of riddles tha. t show them how to think outside the box.
- 350 riddles for kids—Have hours of fun with riddles, puns and jokes, and math and logic puzzles that’ll get their wheels turning!
- Level up their skills—Riddles get trickier as kids progress through the book, challenging them as they get better at solving puzzles!
- Double-check their work—Kids can check their answers in the back of the book with a handy answer key.
Help children expand their minds while having fun with this puzzle book for kids!
Designed for kids ages 6 years old and up.
TV Show: Curious Crafting
I’m so excited to share my crafting TV show Curious Crafting which launched in July 2022 on TVOkids and TVOkids YouTube! Season 2 aired in August 2023! My show was also nominated in 2023 for Best Live Action Preschool Series by the Youth Media Alliance Awards of Excellence.
Curious Crafting Season 1 is also now airing in Australia on ABC! Watch it here!
Set in the ultimate crafting space, Curious Crafting is a short form pre-school age series about the joy of making crafts. I lead a rotating cast of adorable little preschoolers (including my own) making magic out of common household objects.
In each episode we transform recycled items into magical crafts like a milk carton school bus, paper bag puppet or cotton pad turtle. The crafters learn and laugh their way through each activity while demonstrating what their young imaginations can create.
Curious Crafting shares the adventure and joy of making art with takeaway lessons for creating crafts at home.
This show designed for toddlers and preschoolers 2.5 years old and up.
