Holiday Gift Guide 2011: gifts for grade schoolers

It seems as the kids get older, they get harder and harder to shop for. Maybe it’s because they’ve developed their personality by now and they know exactly what they like and what they don’t. While the hottest electronics may be at the top of their wish lists, consider gifting them with a few toys that don’t require batteries and run on good ol’ fashioned fun and creativity. Who knows…they may end up liking them more than that iPad2!

They will love building their very own hideout from their younger siblings! Constructagons, $59.98 - HearthSong

Great for practicing snowboarding, skateboarding or just balancing! Spooner Board, $44.95 - Amazon

Three games to keep them busy and their friends busy during the winter months. Triple Play 3 in 1 Table $169 - The Land of Nod

They can make their own fashions with these easy iron-ons. Sukie Iron-Ons $14 - The Land of Nod

These coloring books are great for travel and keeping them busy while they wait for you to run errands. Rosie Flo’s Coloring Book $8 - The Land of Nod

Building, bugs and they glow — so much fun! Laser Pegs World of Bugs Set $59 - Neiman Marcus

Who doesn’t love magic?! Melissa & doug incredible illusions magic set $27 - Kohl’s

These craft kits are so fun and full of creativity. Fashion Designer Kit $62 - Gump’s

Because everyone needs a dog! Fuzzy Nation - Frenchi ‘Petit Bunne’ Darn Cute Plush Toy $32 - RONROBINSON.com