The Best 6-Year-Old Boy Gifts
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Our Picks For The Top 6-Year-Old-Boy Gifts
- The Best 6-Year-Old-Boy Gift
- 1. Laradola Educational STEM Dinosaurs
- 2. NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Geology Science Kit
- 3. ESSENSON Outdoor Explorer & Bug Catcher Kit
- 4. VATOS 25-In-1 Robot STEM Toy
- 5. ATIMO LED Multi-Function Kids’ Waterproof Watch
- 6. Toysmith Get Outside GO! Pro-Ball Set, 3-Piece
- 7. HISTOYE 2-Player Laser Tag Set
Hands-On LearningThis 6-year-old boy gift is perfect for Christmas, Easter, a birthday or even as a reward for a good report card.
Educational OptionWith this 6-year-old boy gift, elementary students will learn by doing.
Encourages LearningThis bug catcher kit helps kids explore the outdoors safely.
Tough Yet ComfortableThis waterproof watch is a bright and durable 6-year-old boy gift.
If you’ve got a six-year-old boy, you know that tracking their obsessions is harder than getting them to sit still. They can be all in for dinosaurs one month, and complaining the next that their T-rex jammies are “for babies.” So how do you buy a gift that’s sure to keep their attention for the long term?
If you want to play it safe, focus less on what the kid wants and more on what they need. If you go that route, you’ve got a failsafe source of intel in Mom or Dad. They’ll likely have lots to say about what kind of clothes he’s short on or what school supplies he needs for next year.
But if you want to see genuine smiles when he opens that present, you’ll have to do a little digging. Keep in mind there’s no such thing as an ideal “boy’s toy,” just as a pink Barbie playset won’t please every little girl. You’ll have to cater to the boy’s interests, whatever they happen to be at the time. And the longer he’s been into that subject, the better the odds that he’ll like a gift with that theme.
If you aren’t sure what characters the boy is into, at least try and keep his demeanor in mind. Is he a rough and tumble, active child who’s likely to play outdoors a lot? Or is he more of an introvert who likes reading or drawing? Either way, there are a lot of great options that can even be educational. STEM toys are items that build knowledge related to concepts in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics, and they don’t necessarily have to announce that intent. Interlocking building blocks are STEM toys, as are dominoes and even many board games.
Remote-controlled cars are a big hit with most kids around this age, and some boys might even be ready to fly a basic drone. (Just make sure that it’s a durable one!) Video games are usually appreciated as long as they’re simple and not too violent – and you’ll want to make sure that they’re compatible with whatever console is played at the household.
Still, don’t underestimate the staying power of a non-electronic toy. Outdoor skill games or board games can be fun for years and can bring the whole family together to boot.
The Best 6-Year-Old-Boy Gifts
Laradola Educational STEM Dinosaurs
This 6-year-old boy gift includes three different dinosaurs that can be taken apart using the provided drill and drill bits. Little ones will learn while doing and will improve upon their hand-eye coordination. The activity can also be done with a friend or two, reinforcing the importance of teamwork.
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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Geology Science Kit
Encourage your child's love of learning with this educational kids' gift. The science kit comes with over 15 experiments that help kids explore the world around them. They'll learn about tornadoes and volcanos, as well as how to dig to find treasures buried in the earth.
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ESSENSON Outdoor Explorer & Bug Catcher Kit
Junior explorers will get everything they need with this 6-year-old boy gift. It includes a mix of plastic toys and fully functional tools such as bug habitats and binoculars. Overall, a great kit for kids with an affinity for bugs.
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VATOS 25-In-1 Robot STEM Toy
For kids that love to build, this building block set is the toy that keeps on giving. It includes hundreds of pieces (all compatible with leading block brands) that can be combined into 25 different toys. Instructions are easy to follow for a range of ages.
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ATIMO LED Multi-Function Kids’ Waterproof Watch
Finally, a sport watch for kids who are just reaching the age where they can appreciate one. It includes an array of features that include an alarm clock and luminous display. Best of all, the waterproof casing can stand up to rough and tumble play.
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Toysmith Get Outside GO! Pro-Ball Set, 3-Piece
Got a child with some energy to burn off? Send them outside with these miniature versions of popular sports balls, made perfectly for little hands. They are soft but able to stand up to plenty of outdoor use and even some accidental animal chewing.
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HISTOYE 2-Player Laser Tag Set
These accurate laser guns do everything a kid could want: Emit blast noises and look cool. They also trigger a vibration in the target when a hit is scored. The set makes a great gift for siblings, and it can be used indoors or out.
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Our 6-Year-Old-Boy Gift Buying Guide
If you’ve got a six-year-old boy, you know that tracking their obsessions is harder than getting them to sit still. They can be all in for dinosaurs one month, and complaining the next that their T-rex jammies are “for babies.” So how do you buy a gift that’s sure to keep their attention for the long term?
If you want to play it safe, focus less on what the kid wants and more on what they need. If you go that route, you’ve got a failsafe source of intel in Mom or Dad. They’ll likely have lots to say about what kind of clothes he’s short on or what school supplies he needs for next year.
But if you want to see genuine smiles when he opens that present, you’ll have to do a little digging. Keep in mind there’s no such thing as an ideal “boy’s toy,” just as a pink Barbie playset won’t please every little girl. You’ll have to cater to the boy’s interests, whatever they happen to be at the time. And the longer he’s been into that subject, the better the odds that he’ll like a gift with that theme.
If you aren’t sure what characters the boy is into, at least try and keep his demeanor in mind. Is he a rough and tumble, active child who’s likely to play outdoors a lot? Or is he more of an introvert who likes reading or drawing? Either way, there are a lot of great options that can even be educational. STEM toys are items that build knowledge related to concepts in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics, and they don’t necessarily have to announce that intent. Interlocking building blocks are STEM toys, as are dominoes and even many board games.
Remote-controlled cars are a big hit with most kids around this age, and some boys might even be ready to fly a basic drone. (Just make sure that it’s a durable one!) Video games are usually appreciated as long as they’re simple and not too violent – and you’ll want to make sure that they’re compatible with whatever console is played at the household.
Still, don’t underestimate the staying power of a non-electronic toy. Outdoor skill games or board games can be fun for years and can bring the whole family together to boot.
DWYM Fun Fact
It takes time for some toys to get their due. Although the block-balancing game Jenga has been around since 1987, it was only inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame in 2020.
The 6-Year-Old-Boy Gift Tips and Advice
Whatever you buy, two types of toys should raise red flags unless you know for sure the parents’ opinion: Toys that make noise and toys that simulate violence. Every kid should be exposed to music in a controlled environment, but the parents might not want to be “exposed” to amateur drum solos at all hours. And while toy guns may seem harmless to you, many parents have specific ground rules about how often and how early their kids should be allowed to play with them.
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