by Phoebe Assenza and Katrina
Hayday WesterGrade 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 |