25+ Christmas Gift Ideas for the Late Elementary Years

Children in the late elementary years are approaching, or may have already entered, the ‘tweens stage. They are beginning to gain interest in activities, toys, and gadgets that are appropriate for a slightly more mature child. Yet, they are still children and their love for fun and attitude of curiosity remains. This Christmas gift guide for the late elementary years will help you to determine exactly which fun (and educational—shh!) gifts to place under the tree for your child this year!

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Christmas Gift Guide for the Late Elementary Years

This collection of books, games, and activities is sure to capture your child’s interest and sense of adventure! In no particular order, we have shared some of our best finds for kids in this age range. Happy shopping!

Kids’ Paper Airplane Book

Ultimate Slime: DIY Tutorials

Bet You Didn’t Know: Fascinating, Far-out, Fun-tastic Facts!

Where the Red Fern Grows

Gumball’s Guide to Science

Klutz LEGO Chain Reactions Craft Kit

I Survived the Battle of Gettysburg, 1863 (I Survived #7)

Good Housekeeping Kids Cook! 100+ Super-Easy, Delicious Recipes

Thames & Kosmos Electricity and Magnetism

Pathfinders Premium Mega Builder Wooden Crane STEM Kit

4M Soda Can Robug

AmScope 120X-1200X 52-pcs M30-ABS-KT2-W Kids Beginner Microscope Science Kit

Snap Circuits Jr.

K’NEX Thrill Rides – Web Weaver Roller Coaster Building Set

4M Water Rocket Kit

T.S. Shure Origami & Other Fun Fold Ups Book

Super Spirograph 75-piece Jumbo Kit

Artist’s Choice 72 Pack Watercolor Pencils with Paintbrush

Klutz Grow Your Own Crystal Mini Worlds

Compact Binoculars

Racer Building Blocks Kit

ALEX My First Sewing Kit

Mini Explorer Light-up Crystal Growing Kit

Fashion Design Kit For Kids

40+ DIY Make Your Own Chocolates and Candy Experiments

Try Not to Laugh Challenge Joke Book

Magnetic Dart Board

Frisbee Rings [Glow-in-The-Dark] 2 Pack

LEGO Architecture New York City, Skyline Collection

Wow, if only we were kids again, right? Some of these gifts would create loads of excitement in adults, too.

Do you need more ideas for your children in other age ranges? See our gift guides for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers and the early elementary years!

What are you getting your kids for Christmas this year? Share your ideas in the comments!