Finding the perfect holiday gift for a 6- or 7-year-old is exciting—this is such a fun age for play! Kids in this age group are full of curiosity and eager to challenge themselves with new ideas, skills, and experiences. They’re not only building on what they already know but also exploring more complex activities, from basic reading and math to experimenting with creativity and problem-solving. If you’re a parent, aunt, uncle, or grandparent, picking a toy that keeps them engaged while matching their interests can feel like hitting the jackpot.
This gift guide is packed with toys that are perfect for this age group. From games that the whole family can play together to STEM-inspired sets that make learning fun, we’ve selected toys that will keep 6- and 7-year-olds entertained while encouraging their growing independence and creativity. Whether they love building, creating, or learning, these toys are sure to inspire hours of play and exploration, making them fantastic options for under-the-tree surprises this season.
Why You’ll Love These Toys
These toys are designed to spark imagination, build new skills, and encourage exploration in a way that feels like play (not work!). Kids at this age are ready to take on challenges, and these toys meet them right at that sweet spot between fun and learning. They’ll help strengthen critical thinking, hand-eye coordination, and social skills—all while your child enjoys every second. Plus, they’re parent-approved, meaning they’re built to last, easy to clean up, and safe for energetic kids who play hard.
What makes these toys stand out is that they’re versatile and engaging. They can be enjoyed alone, with friends, or even with family, making them a great way to spend quality time together. Whether it’s a creative building set, a science kit, or an interactive game, each toy on this list offers endless possibilities for play. So as you’re choosing the perfect gift, you’ll know you’re giving something that will entertain, challenge, and inspire long after the holidays are over. Enjoy watching the joy and excitement unfold! And most importantly as technology is trying to capture your 6 and 7 year olds attention more and more. This toy list is devoid of all screen toys but the ideas will still keep them engaged and entertained without all the negative impacts.
The Best Toys for 6-7 Year Olds
Kinetic Sand, SquishMotion Playset
LEGO Disney Simba
Pinball Machine Maker STEM Experiment Kit
Sky Dancers Turquoise Twinkle
Lite Brite Super Bright HD, Pokemon Edition
Elmer’s Squishies Minis
Window Art Suncatcher Kit
Rainbow Loom
Jet Pedal Go Kart
Walkie Talkies
Make It Real Stamp to Reveal DIY Dot Posters
Mini Karaoke Machine
Wow in The World Break-Open Crystal GEODES
Slingshot Glow Helicopters
The Genius Square Game
Labyrinth Balance Board
Wall Climbing Remote Control Car
Tech Deck, Jump N’ Grind X-Connect Park Creator
Play Dough Sensory Kits
Play is at the core of learning during the early years and it can take many forms. One of the most important of these is sensory play because it engages all of a child’s senses (taste, touch, smell, sight and hearing) and has a enormous positive impact on brain development. My Sensory Play Kits are a fun and easy way to keep your child engaged while at the same time capitalizing on the benefits of sensory play to nurture their mind!
Shop my ready made sensory play kits here
The Big Riddle Book for Kids
- 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.
Crayola Marker Maker
Make your own Crayola Markers! With the Crayola Marker Maker kids can make real markers for home arts and crafts or school projects. Kids can use the included inks as they are or mix them to create their unique color blends.
Snap Circuits Jr.
Klutz Make Your Own Mini Erasers
JuniorScope Microscope
Hide & Seek Paint Pour Rocks
Explore the art of paint pouring while creating beautiful treasures for your neighbors to find! Simple, straightforward instructions guide kids along as they fill a cup with different colors of paint and then pour it over the included rocks, covering them with amazing, psychedelic swirls.
Hand Operated Drone
Connetix Magnetic Tiles
I first bought these amazing magnetic tiles when my kids were toddlers and now I am just adding to their sets. Their imaginations are bigger and more tiles lets them keep creating.
Mini ATM Savings Piggy Money Bank Machine for Real Money
Magazine Subscription
Matching games and other puzzles boost problem-solving skills. Crafts and science experiments give kids self-confidence. Stories from other lands and cultures expand children’s empathy.
Lulu Jr. My Comic Book Kit
Hedbanz Picture Guessing Board Game
Scooter
Camera
National Geographic Mega Fossil Dig Kit
Fort Building Kit
Lego
If you are looking for Lego to appeal to girls check out these Disney set and this City set geared more to boys.
Checkers & Backgammon Set
Plus-Plus Construction Set
Moon Lamp
Stomp Rocket
Uno
Domino Set
Coding Toy
Pogo Jumper
100 Piece Puzzles
Connect 4
DIY Slime Kit
Art Kit
The Best Toys for 6-7 Year Old Girls
Squishville by Squishmallows Mystery Mini Plush
Soap & Bath Bomb Lab Kit
Horse and Stable Set
The Best Toys for 6-7 Year Old Boys
Hot Wheels Mario Kart Rainbow Road Raceway Track Set
Electronic Arcade Basketball
Whether you’re starting up an extreme competition, playing a quick game of one on one, or just testing your skills against the timer, the Electronic Arcade Basketball game is quick to ignite hours of finger-sports action.
Race Car Tracks
Over the Door Baskeball Net
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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.
