If your 10-11 year old is into Taylor Swift, or just likes to exchange bracelets with their friends, this kit is for you. It has more than 1,000 pieces in 100 colors, along with all the cords and tools you need.
Graphic novels have exploded in popularity, so if your 10-11 year old is into reading, here are some recommendations from the New York Times. If your child likes books with words, check out middle grade recommendations from Goodreads. For your child who wants to be a writer, consider Cici's Journal a graphic novel about a girl becoming a writer.
Personal Planetarium
For the stargazers and future astronauts, Uncommon Goods has an AR headset to learn about space and constellations. Requires a smartphone app.
For kids who love building Legos, the next step is these advnaced kits with important world sites. Build the Taj Mahal, Notre Dame de Paris, or the skylines of London or New York City.
If your 10-11 year old is ready for a phone, the Slim 6 is a great model to start with. It's a Motorola GPlay with triple lens cameras and the Pinwheel operating system installed so parents can manage all aspect of the phone. Pinwheel subscription required.
