The 45 Best Toys for 10-Year-Olds of 2023

Snap Circuits Junior

4.6

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Our tester gave this educational kit excellent marks for including more than 100 unique projects that allow your child to build circuits to create a flashing light, a voice-controlled lamp, and more, using a handy plastic grid. “This STEM toy inspired creativity, encouraged problem-solving, and kept our kids busy for hours,” our testers said.

Price at time of publish: $37

_{Dimensions: 10 x 2 x 15 inches︱Material: Plastic︱Recommended Age: 8 years and up}

Original Stationery Galaxy Slime Making Kit

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Not only is making slime a fantastic sensory activity that’s a great way to teach your kids about polymers, but it’s also always fun to get a bit messy. Of course, you could go the DIY route, but the beauty of this kit is that it supplies all of the ingredients you need to create 25 pieces of sparkly, space-themed, and even glow-in-the-dark slime.

Price at time of publish: $30

_{Dimensions: 7.87 x 7.87 x 1.57 inches︱Material: Activator, glue, glitter, glow-in-the-dark powder︱Recommended Age: 7 years and up}

LEGO DOTS Ice Cream Picture Frames & Bracelet 41956 Building Kit

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Arts and crafts, Legos, and home decor combined! This popsicle picture frame Lego project will be fun for kids ages 6 and up. You can make three ice cream-shaped frames for small pictures or images out of nearly 500 pieces. Plus, there's a small bracelet that can be decorated with extra "sprinkles" from the ice cream creations.

Price at time of publish: $29

_{Dimensions: 11.02 x 8.86 x 1.97 inches︱Weight: 1.01 pounds︱Recommended Age: 6 years and up}

Osmo Coding Starter Kit

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Real physical blocks and an app on a smart tablet will give kids their first taste of coding. Kids will follow the instructions to take the coding character Awbie on an adventure that involves composing melodies and completing more than 60 puzzles. Three levels of difficulty will keep them interested and working on their early developer skills for hours on end.

Price at time of publish: $100

_{Dimensions: ‎2.75 x 12 x 9.6 inches︱Weight: Unlisted︱Recommended Age: 5 to 12 years}

Kid Made Modern Comic Book Kit

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They love graphic novels or super hero movies — now they can make their own. Kid Made Modern's comic book kit comes with a 24-page book, markers, and stencil templates for writing and dialogue bubbles, plus rubber stamps for the common comic book sounds — Zoom! Pow! — and visual features.

Price at time of publish: $41

_{Dimensions: ‎10.00 x 8.50 x 1.50 inches︱Weight: 0.5 pounds︱Recommended Age: 6 years and up}

ThinkFun Gravity Maze

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Puzzles and other toys that stimulate cognitive and strategic thinking are encouraged for this age range, says Dr. Hafeez, and this logic game will challenge your 10-year-old to crack each of the 60 mazes. We especially like that this set comes with multi-level challenges, from beginner to expert.

Price at time of publish: $30

_{Dimensions: 9.38 x 3 x 10.5 inches︱Material: Paper, plastic︱Recommended Age: 8 years and up}

Doodle Hog Alpaca Squishies Paint Kit

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This fun craft kit will have kids painting their own desert scene. A squishy alpaca, cactus, and sun can be painted, decorated, and given faces using stickers. The kit comes with four paint colors or you can make your own. Be warned that the squishes arrive, um, very squished, but they will puff up in no time.

Price at time of publish: $19

_{Dimensions: ‎4.13 x 7.48 x 7.87 inches︱Weight: 14 ounces︱Recommended Age: 8 years and up}

5 Surprise Disney Mini Brands by ZURU

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Of course these tiny Disney character replicas all have their own backstories, but kids can use their imaginations when they play with these joyful minis that are popular on TikTok.

Price at time of publish: $16

_{Dimensions: 3.35 x 3.35 x 3.35 inches︱Material: Plastic︱Weight: 6.7 ounces︱Recommended Age: 36 months to 8 years}

Skillmatics Marvel Card Game : Guess in 10

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Even casual Marvel movie viewers can enjoy this game that has players taking 10 questions to guess which Marvel figure is on the game card. Each game card has details about the character on it that can provide hints to the player holding the cards and answering the questions. No flat surface is required to play, so kids can keep themselves busy playing on a car ride or at a restaurant.

Price at time of publish: $20

_{Dimensions: ‎9.25 x 7 x 1.96 inches︱Weight: Cardstock︱Recommended Age: 8 to 99 years}

Spin Master Rubik’s Perplexus Hybrid 2 x 2 Game

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Kids who love a great mind teaser will flip for this toy. The concept is pretty simple, but mastering this technique can be a challenge. They'll have to twist and turn the Perplexus and have the steel ball navigate a series barriers that get increasingly difficult to overcome.

Price at time of publish: $15

_{Dimensions: 7.13 x 4.38 x 8.06 inches︱Weight: 13.9 ounces︱Recommended Age: 8 years and up}

Be Amazing Toys Big Bag Of Science

4.6

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According to one Spruce tester, this was a “thoughtfully designed kit” that comes with over 65 science projects that are super engaging. They note that the experiments aren’t so challenging that your child won’t be able to entertain themselves if you’re not there. Projects include fashioning a soda geyser, making quicksand, or creating a rainbow in a tube.

Price at time of publish: $50

_{Dimensions: 13.5 x 3.75 x 12.5 inches︱Weight: 1.19 pounds︱Recommended Age: 8 to 14 years}

LEGO DOTS Creative Picture Frames

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Your soon-to-be preteen has probably snapped a ton of digital photos, but have they ever printed any pics out? This Lego picture frame set will encourage them to do so. The set includes three frames that can be decorated with a variety of tiles. They can swap out tiles to create new designs and truly flex their creativity.

Price at time of publish: $35

_{Dimensions: ‎10.75 x 8.78 x 2.05 inches︱Weight: Unlisted︱Recommended Age: 6 years and up}

LEGO Star Wars: The Mandalorian, The Child Building Kit

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Bring the Child to life with this adorable 1,073-piece Star Wars LEGO set that includes a head you can pose, plus an adjustable mouth and ears. You can team up with your child for a fun activity to share, though reviewers say that the instructions are clear enough for a 10-year-old to follow.

Price at time of publish: $90

_{Dimensions: 7.5 x 8.5 x 5 inches︱Material: Plastic︱Recommended Age: 10 years and up}

Original Stationery Ultimate Slime Kit Supplies

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If your kid hasn't jumped on the slime bandwagon or is just looking to up their repertoire, this kit has it all. Included in the kit is stuff like glitter, scents (think strawberry, chocolate, and apple!), cutting and mixing tools, containers, and all the ingredients to set up shop. Besides being cool, slime is a great way to get kids to follow directions and improvise with their creative touches.

_{Dimensions: ‎10 x 6.9 x 4.5 inches︱Weight: 2.89 pounds︱Recommended Age: 3 years and up}

Beadery Wonder Loom: The Ultimate Loom for Making Rubber Band Bracelets

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A highly enjoyable rainy day activity for any crafty kid, your child can make rainbow-colored friendship bracelets for everyone they know—including you. And what’s better than a little arm candy designed by your own 10-year-old? The $10 kit comes with 600 latex-free rubber bands, 24 C-clips, and clear instructions.

Price at time of publish: $16

_{Dimensions: 9.75 x 1.75 x 10 inches︱Material: Latex-free rubber︱Recommended Age: 8 years and up}

Klutz Sew Mini Treats: More Than 18 Food Plushies to Stitch & Stuff

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Sewing and cute tiny food creatures — what's not to love? This beginner sewing kit gives you nine sheets of felt, eight colors of embroidery floss, 19 different patterns, and all the filling and eyes and cheeks you need in order to make these foodie cuties. Because it comes with the patterns, it's always possible to purchase felt and make more.

Price at time of publish: $22

_{Dimensions: ‎8.54 x 1.93 x 10.51 inches︱Weight: 1 pound︱Recommended Age: 10 years and up}

Fujifilm Instax Mini 11 Instant Camera

5

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With a one-touch selfie mode and a shutter that automatically adjusts for optimal lighting, your child can get creative photographing the world around them—without having to wait long to see the results. Within minutes, they’ll have pictures they can display on their wall, in their scrapbooks, or swap with friends.

Price at time of publish: $77

_{Dimensions: 2.6 x 4.2 x 4.8 inches︱Weight: 0.65 pounds︱Recommended Age: Not listed}

Top Race Remote Control Robot Dog First Edition

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Quiet the requests to get a puppy with this robot dog. It takes voice directions, makes various animal poses, and responds to seven remote control functions. But the robot doesn't come preprogrammed — kids will have to use their voices to teach the robot dog commands themselves. One thing it can do a dog can't? When music plays, it will dance and sing.

Price at time of publish: $100

_{Dimensions: ‎13.39 x 10.91 x 7.52 inches︱Weight: 2.79 pounds︱Recommended Age: 3 years and up}

Kangbu Fort Building Kit

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Let kids work their building skills with the ultimate afternoon activity: building a fort. The Kangbu fort, which can be used inside or outside, is made of balls and glow rods. The kit comes with 75 glow rods and 45 connector balls, plus an instruction sheet and carrying bag. It's a great collaborative activity for a group or fun for solo play.

_{Dimensions: ‎17.63 x 12.99 x 3.54 inches︱Weight: 6.34 pounds︱Recommended Age: 4 to 12 years}

STMT DIY Crystal Terrarium

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Crystals are having a major moment right now, especially when it comes to home decorating. Help your 10-year-old get in on the trend with this DIY hanging garden kit. It includes colorful gemstones, rocks, sand, and an amethyst that they can style however they like, plus lavender and lemon essential oils. When the craft is complete, they’ll have a pretty terrarium to display in their bedroom or over their homework space.

Price at time of publish: $25

_{Dimensions: 11 x 3.26 x 9 inches︱Weight: 1 ounce︱Material: Rock, sand, crystal︱Recommended Age: 14 and up}

Exploding Kittens Card Game

4.9

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This silly, super fun two-to-five-player card game will engross the entire family (parents included) while also putting a 10-year-old’s strategic thinking skills to the test. At just under $20, it makes a great inexpensive gift for a pre-teen.

Price at time of publish: $20

_{Dimensions: 4.41 x 6.38 x 1.5 inches︱Weight: 0.176 ounces︱Material: Paperboard︱Recommended Age: 7 years and up}

USAOPOLY Telestrations

4.2

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Voted one of the best family games by our reviewers, while the manufacturer says Telestrations is particularly suited for those 12 and up, this convivial marriage of telephone and Pictionary will be fun for 10-years-olds as well—particularly those looking for a hilarious activity to pass the time with up to eight of their friends.

Price at time of publish: $30

_{Dimensions: 10 x 10 x 3 inches︱Weight: 1.94 pounds︱Material: Plastic︱Recommended Age: 12 years and up}

Hasbro Jenga Maker

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An exciting twist on the classic game of Jenga, in this version, a player pulls a card with a description of what the tower should look like, and their teammate races against others to build the structure based only on the instructions from their partner. Not only does it foster communication and cooperation, but it’s also downright fun.

Price at time of publish: $22

_{Dimensions: 1.61 x 9.02 x 10.51 inches︱Material: Wood block︱Weight: 2.57 pounds︱Recommended Age: 8 years and up}

Cool Maker Sew Cool Sewing Machine

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If you wish you’d paid more attention in home ec, here’s your chance to live vicariously through your 10-year-old. This needle-and-thread-free sewing machine comes with supplies to make five projects (like a rainbow marker holder, a stuffed rose, and a cute pouch), which all have oh-so-popular ’90s motifs. It also makes for a fantastic present for their most creative friends.

Price at time of publish: $35

_{Dimensions: 5.13 x 8.81 x 8.75 inches︱Weight: 1.67 pounds︱Material: Plastic, felt︱Recommended Age: 8 to 14 years}

eatsleepdoodle Doodle World Map Pillowcase

5

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This craft comes with a sneaky side of education, offering hours of entertainment for the child who loves to color (and learn!). The famous global landmarks are marked, but the continents aren’t labeled, so when curiosity spikes, they’ll be inspired to research what they’re drawing, and they can write their own notes. Then, when they’re done, after a warm water wash, they’ll have a black-and-white canvas to fill in again, which means they won’t have to worry about precision the first—or seventh—time around. Our tester, who gave this product a 5-star review, said it’s also comfortable enough for your child to actually sleep on. Don’t you just love functional art?

Price at time of publish: $20

_{Dimensions: 9.25 x 7.17 x 1.02 inches︱Material: Cotton︱Recommended Age: 6 to 12 years}

Nintendo Switch OLED Model

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One of our top tech gift picks, the Nintendo Switch doubles as both a handheld system, or you can connect it to the TV so family and friends can get in on the fun. Choose from role-playing games like Pokemon Diamond, trivia, old-school Mario classics you’ll remember from when you were their age, and countless puzzles and other brain games that’ll challenge them to think critically, such as Pikmin 3 Deluxe.

Price at time of publish: $350

_{Dimensions: 2.9 x 6.5 x 7.9 inches︱Weight: 3 pounds︱Recommended Age: Varies by game}

4M Crystal Growing Experimental Kit

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While this science kit will teach your 10-year-old about geology, it’s also an excellent exercise in patience as they way for their seven stunning crystals to grow. The set also includes domes so they can display their creations.

Price at time of publish: $26

_{Dimensions: 8.5 x 9.5 x 3.25 inches︱Weight: 1 pound︱Recommended Age: 10 years and up}

Singing Machine SML385BTBK Bluetooth Karaoke System

4.6

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Dr. Hafeez says that “learning to play an instrument can encourage a child's growth,” and of course, the voice is an instrument. We rated this one of the top karaoke machines for kids because you can easily connect it to your TV or smartphone to watch the lyrics stream, and it has exciting features like a light-up speaker. Users noted that the music can be quiet, but unless you happen to have a soundproof room for your budding pop star to belt in, that could be considered a good thing.

Price at time of publish: $75

_{Dimensions: 11.1 x 10.9 x 16 inches︱Material: N/A︱Recommended Age: Not listed}

STMT DIY Journaling Set

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At 10 years old, children are becoming more expressive, and a diary can help them improve their writing skills, says Dr. Hafeez. This DIY journaling set will allow them to tap into their creative side before they even put pen to paper thanks to the stickers, gems, frames, and other decorative elements that’ll come together to create a 70-sheet, totally personalized notebook.

Price at time of publish: $25

_{Dimensions: 10 x 2 x 12 inches︱Weight: 1.48 pounds︱Material: Faux suede︱Recommended Age: 8 years and up}

Cynlink Astro Alan Galaxy Projector

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Although this personal planetarium—which comes in the form of an adorable astronaut—is recommended for kids, adults looking for an intergalactic escape will also enjoy the soothing, rotating projections it casts. Choose from a variety of nebula colors and brightness levels to let your child’s imagination soar.

Price at time of publish: $37

_{Dimensions: 9.6 x 4.8  x 4.5 inches︱Material: Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene︱Weight: 1.5 pounds︱Recommended Age: Not listed}

Purple Ladybug Decorate Your Own Water Bottle Craft Kit

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They’re never too young to learn the importance of hydration. This craft kit comes packed with seven sheets of rhinestone stickers, plus a DIY paracord bracelet kit, so they can proudly hit the water fountain in style.

Price at time of publish: $13

_{Dimensions: 8.03 x 3.54 x 3.54 inches︱Weight: 8.4 ounces︱Recommended Age: 8 to 12 years} 

Blue Orange Djubi Classic

4.2

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A more dynamic spin on the game of catch, the Djubi SlingBall Classic, which combines two unique rackets with nets, allows players to test their tossing and foam ball launching skills. Since the balls can fly up to 125 feet, meaning you’ll be doing some quick pivoting, it’s a fun way for kids (and adults) to sneak in some exercise.

Price at time of publish: $25

_{Dimensions: 11.5 x 3 x 16.5  inches︱Material: Plastic︱Recommended Age: 8 years and up}

FIGROL Pop Simple Fidget Spinner 3 Pack

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You know how satisfying popping bubble wrap can be? Think of this toy as a never-ending roll. Said to be a calming tool, fidget spinners are massively popular among 10-year-olds and this set comes in pretty metallic tones—perfect if your child is trading them with friends.

Price at time of publish: $18

_{Dimensions: 3.74 x 3.66 x 2.44 inches︱Weight: 5.3 ounces︱Material: Silicone︱Recommended age: 3 years and up}

Winning Moves Games No Stress Chess

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The ultimate time-honored strategy game, this Spruce-approved beginner’s chess set features handy teaching tools like “action cards” to help guide players along the way.

Price at time of publish: $20

_{Dimensions: 2.1 x 10.7 x 12.3 inches︱Material: Paperboard, Plastic︱Recommended Age: 7 to 12 years}

Hasbro Gaming Rubik’s Cube

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There’s a reason this smart toy has been popular since the ’80s: with 43 quintillion possible moves, the classic three-by-three cube provides endless entertainment (and, err, maybe frustration). This version comes with a stand, so when your child solves the almighty puzzle, they can display their work.

Price at time of publish: $13

_{Dimensions: 9.15 x 6.5 x 3.5 inches︱Weight: 6.4 ounces︱Recommended Age: 8 years and up}

Razor A5 Lux Scooter

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As the age of 10 approaches, it might be time for your child to graduate from their little kid scooter to a big kid scooter. The Razor A5 Lux is suited for children 8 and up and has some snazzy new features the younger models don't have. This has a new adonized finish with a kickstand so they won't have to fold it up. It also has bigger wheels, which are suited for taller riders.

Price at time of publish: $110

_{Dimensions: 31.5 x 13 x 5.5 inches‎︱Weight: 9.4 pounds︱Recommended Age: 8 and up}

Razor Hovertrax 2.0 Hoverboard

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For kids that want to try a hoverboard, Razor's Hovertrax 2.0 is a great option. Made for kids as young as 8 to use, the board has a training mode so kids can learn to ride safely. With a speed that maxes out at 7 miles per hour and a motor on the quieter side, parents won't have to worry about getting any complaints from the neighbors about speed demons racing down the street.

Price at time of publish: $200

_{Dimensions: 24.5 x 9 x 8.75 inches︱Weight: 27 pounds︱Recommended Age: 8 years and up}

Meccano Erector by Meccano Super Construction 25-In-1 Motorized Building Set

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For a STEM toy children will love, it doesn't get any better than the Meccano building set. Designed for ages 10 and up, the set includes 638 pieces, electrical motor, and operational tools. Kids can create 25 models like trucks, cars, or even a motorized crane.

Price at time of publish: $100

_{Dimensions: 4 x 16 x 13.88 inches︱Weight: 7.17 pounds︱Recommended Age: 8 to 10 years}

Make It Real Juicy Couture DIY Charm Bracelet Kit in Crystal Sunshine

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Help your child embrace their individual sense of style with this Juicy Couture jewelry kit. Each set includes everything they need to make 10 charm bracelets. The mix of charms, chains, and close to 400 beads allows for some major fashion fun.

Price at time of publish: $25

_{Dimensions: 11.1 x 10.51 x 2.05 inches︱Weight: 14.1 ounces︱Recommended Age: 8 and up}

Activ Life Kid’s Frisbee Rings

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These kid-friendly Frisbee rings are perfect for your 10-year-old. The rings are 80-percent lighter than traditional Frisbees, reducing the chance of hurting little fingers. Since they fly straight, they also lessen the frustration factor that sometimes comes with learning to throw a regular Frisbee. The two-pack of the Activ Flyer is perfect for backyard fun or taking to the beach.

Price at time of publish: $14

_{Dimensions: ‎9.84 x 9.76 x 0.75 inches︱Weight: 0.26 pounds︱Recommended Age: 3 and up}

Alex Undercover Spy Case Detective Gear Set

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Your favorite detective will have everything they need in this small, but mighty kit. It includes foldable binoculars, fingerprint powder, a magnifying glass, flashlight, and more. All of the items are easily contained in the nylon carrying case that has a convenient handle for carrying.

Price at time of publish: $33

_{Dimensions: 8.6 x 2.2 x 9.5 inches︱Weight: 7.7 ounces︱Recommended Age: 8 years up}

Spin Master Marvel United Super Hero Cooperative Strategy Card Game

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Finding a game kids and parents can play (and actually be entertained by!) can be a challenge, but this card game is sure to satisfy all ages. Teams of up to four players have to work together to thwart the villain's evil master plan. The game is fast-paced, but easy to learn, and the challenges are constantly changing with each new round.

Price at time of publish: $14

_{Dimensions: ‎10.25 x 2.81 x 10.25 inches︱Weight: 2.27 pounds︱Recommended Age: 10 years and up}

Klutz Make Your Own Mini Erasers

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For a craft kit that will capture the attention of your 10-year-old and make something useful, try the Klutz Make Your Own Mini Erasers kit. Create one-of-a-kind pencil toppers from modeling clay, with the help of Klutz’s easy to follow instructions. Every child can appreciate the fun and functionality of having a custom eraser handy. The set includes modeling clay, a clay shaping tool, and directions to make 35 different eraser designs.

Price at time of publish: $23

_{Dimensions: 8 x 1 x 9 inches‎ inches︱Weight: 1 pound︱Recommended Age: 8 years and up}

EzyRoller Drifter-X Ride

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If your 10-year-old has outgrown or just grown tired of their scooter, the Drifter-X Ride is sure to be a hit. Kids use the foot bars to steer and get the rider moving, while the back wheels make it easy to smoothly drift around corners. The ride is lightweight, holds up to 150 pounds, and the middle bar can be adjusted to accommodate different heights.

Price at time of publish: $130

_{Dimensions: 20.86 x 18.3 x 4.33 inches︱Weight: 17.38 pounds︱Recommended Age: 6 years and up}