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TOP PICKS FOR
GRADE-SCHOOLERS


by Phoebe Assenza and Katrina Hayday Wester

Grade school-aged grandkids are likely to have more than a few full-fledged hobbies. We've picked the greatest gifts to match their favorite electives.

The Musician (Grade-Schooler)

Rhythm Music Instruments
Packed with plenty to whack, crash and thwack, this full set has grandkids making their own rhythm.

$58
Available at: Fine Wooden Toys

 

Wah Wah Pipes, Penta Set
An enchanting and curious set of sounds for inventive little musicians.

 

$80
Available at: Fine Wooden Toys

 

Intermediate Violin Outfit
Perfect size for little virtuosos in lieu of a pint-sized Stradivarius.

 

$150
Available at: Music For Kids

 

 

The Eco-Maniac (Grade-Schooler)

 

DynaFly
A buzzing, blinking oversized insect who never needs batteries or a power outlet.

$13
Available at: Zen Design

 

Xeko Starter Bundle: Indonesia
The latest from eco-themed Xeko series is made of the same recycled cardboard and soy based ink, and sends grandkids on a mission to save a fragile group of islands.

$36
Available at: XekoShop.com

 

Recycled Card Play Pod
The old story of kids having more fun with cardboard boxes than the toys inside them is fully realized in this recycled and smartly designed version.

$80
Available at: Ecocentric

 

 

The Artist (Grade-Schooler)

 

Sculpey Polymer Clay Sampler
Crafty kids can literally try their hand at clay media with this complete, multi-hued sampler.

$28
Available at: KidsArt.com

 

Rose Art Smart! Easel
No need to leave their craft at home. The lightweight, foldable multi-media easel can easily be transported to and from gram's house.

$40
Available at: Amazon.com

 

 

Classroom Clay Sculpture Set
For grandkids who've graduated the ranks of Play-Doh, this set has them molding, chiseling, and pottery making with a new set of tools.

$190
Available at: Amazon.com

 

 

The All-Star (Grade-Schooler)

 

Nerf Peyton Manning Pro Grip Football
Nerf reinvents the pigskin once more in this Manning-endorsed edition.

$15
Available at: HasbroToyShop.com

 

Ogo Sports Disk
The versatile sport disk can be used for a game of volleyball, baseball, tennis, and anything else young athletes can invent.

$40
Available at: OgoSport.com

 

Silver Tricycle
This solid aluminum trike never rusts or bends and can easily be converted to bicycle once they're ready.

$375
Available at: KidOnyc.com

 

 

The Chef (Grade-Schooler)

 

 

Rose Petal Making Muffins Baking Set
An excellent starter kit for your petite boulanger.

$15
Available at: WalMart.com

 

Playful Chef Kids Cooking Kit
Grandkids are sure to erupt in laughter whipping up a chocolate lava cake with this complete baking kit.

$43
Available at: ChocolateCakeClub.com

 

 

Victoria'a Kitchen
This wooden set has all the kitchen essentials like a sink and dishwasher, to teach the art of clean-up as well.

 

$329
Available at: IslandTreasureToys.com

 

 

 

The Techie (Grade-Schooler)

 

Radica Video Journal Wireless Handheld Device
Radica takes journaling beyond simple pen and paper with an interactive video diary. Camera, software and USB port (for printing) included.

$30
Available at: Amazon.com

 

 

MioPup
This robotic puppy emotes the same happiness, sadness, hunger, and excitement of a real dog, only it without the clean-up and sneaker chewing.

$50
Available at: Amazon.com

 

 

R2-D2 Interactive Droid
R2 communicates with your grandchild by his trademark lights, beeps and whistles. He can also dance and trembles in fear when he hears the name "Darth Vader."

$120
Available at: SharperImage.com

 

 

The Entrepreneur (Grade-Schooler)

 

 

Melissa and Doug Flower Power Jewelry Kit
Amateur jewelers can make an honest buck churning out pretty pieces with this colorful kit.

$10
Available at: Amazon.com

 

 

Presto Electric HomeAde Lemonade Maker
If your grandkid's lemonade stand is going gangbusters they can efficiently meet demand with this deluxe maker.

$26
Available at: Target.com

 

Kids Crooked House
Kids Crooked House is an office space solution for your mini-proprietor. It can be customized as a play-restaurant, gas station, army base and more.

 

$1,949
Available at: KidsCrookedHouse.com

The Adventurer (Grade-Schooler)

 

 

I Spy Fantasy DVD Game
Sleuthing grandkids can live out their investigative dreams with this competitive game set.

$19
Available at: BarnesAndNoble.com

 

 

Matchbox 360 Pop-Up Pirate Island
Swashbuckling grandkids can live a pirate's life with this portable activity set.

$35
Available at: WalMart.com

 

 

Jeep 20" Compass Folding Bike
Before they're ready for a real four wheeler, they can start trailblazing with Jeep's folding Compass bike.

$300
Available at: Amazon.com

 

 

The Animal Lover (Grade-Schooler)

 

My Little Pony 25th Birthday
If there's no room in the house for a real pony, the "little" variety is a grandkid's best alternative.

 

$30
Available at: BigBadToyStore.com

 

Puppy Grows and Knows Your Name Poodle
Almost better than a real canine, this animatronic dog knows their name and can stay puppy-size for as long as they want.

$50
Available at: Amazon.com

 

 

Plush Jumbo Roman Lion
Roman's awesome size and plush cuddliness will have them dreaming of future safaris.

$325
Available at: Amazon.com

 

 

The Pulitzer Winner (Grade-Schooler)

 

 

Bob Books: Set 1, For Beginners
Veteran teacher "Bob's" special beginners set helps them sound-out their way to reading.

$12
Available at: Amazon.com

 

Olivia Helps With Christmas
Not so much about getting presents, this Christmas story illustrates the fun kids have helping their family with all the holiday preparations.

 

$15
Available at: Amazon.com

 

WordLaunch Learn-To-Read System
Ideal for first graders, this electronic set teaches them to build, sound and say words out loud.

 

$40
Available at: HomeSchoolingSupply.com

 

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