At age 6, children display a thirst for knowledge and a strong desire for intellectual independence. It is also the age where kids learn about fairness and cooperation.

With this in mind when shopping for the best toys and gifts for 6-year-olds, any game or toy that fosters problem solving skills, social development and healthy competition is sure to be a hit.

Fun Educational toys are an ideal way to support ongoing learning. At 6 years old, they’re at the ideal age to introduce more complex toys such as coding and programming robot toys, early science learning, hands-on experiments, fun outdoor play and discovery, construction and more. It’s important to remember the main thing your child needs from playing with you is to have fun. It’s important not to turn play into ‘lessons’. Try and provide an interesting environment and enough time to play, and follow your child’s lead.

Katamino

It's safe to say that both kids and parents can't get enough of this award-winning puzzle game! The concept is brilliantly simple: fit specific shapes into a wooden tray, divided by a slider, with over 500 challenges to explore. These puzzles range from easy three-piece problems to more complex 12-piece slams, all neatly laid out in the accompanying challenge book. Despite the variety, the game is incredibly easy to pick up and play—much like solving a jigsaw puzzle—and deeply satisfying when the pieces fall into place.

Not only is it fun, but it also gives young minds a workout, honing spatial awareness and geometry skills. The brightly coloured pieces are tactile and eye-catching, making it even more engaging.

What makes this game a top gift for six-year-olds is that it grows with them, offering new challenges as they mature—and parents will love it just as much. Don't be surprised if it's played long after the kids have gone to bed!

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Magic Hat Magic Set

The Magic Hat by Thames & Kosmos lets kids perform over 35 amazing tricks with ease! From pulling a rabbit out of a hat to making coins vanish, this kit comes with everything they need to impress their friends and family.

Not only is it great for entertainment, but the Magic Hat also helps build confidence, improve focus, and spark creativity. It’s the perfect combination of fun and learning, making it a fantastic gift for any young magician!

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Pop It Pro

Pop It! goes electric! Brand new for 2023, the addictive bubble popping classic meets fast fun electronic gaming!

Pop all the lit bubbles as soon as they appear, and then press the big button on the back to reset the bubbles before time runs out! Keep popping the bubbles fast to level up. Keep up with Pop It! Pro to see how many levels you can complete!.

Pop It! Pro is bubble popping sensory fun for all ages, with 3 modes of gameplay - including a clever multiplayer mode and a solo player blitz mode! This sensory game will keep kids occupied for hours. With no pieces or parts, the self-contained durable design is perfect for travel. Now play the addictive, bubble popping sensory game like never before! Oh how fun it is to P-O-P this Christmas!

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Qwirkle

Qwirkle is as simple as matching colors and shapes, but this game also requires tactical maneuvers and well-planned strategy. Earn points by building rows and columns of blocks that share a common shape or color. Look for opportunities to score big by placing a tile that touches multiple pieces with matching attributes. The player with the most points wins!

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Crazy Forts Glow in the Dark

Just add bedsheets for endless fun! Crazy Fort is powered by a child's imagination. A single Crazy Fort Kit contains 25 geometrically precise balls and 44 sticks that connect to create a multitude of possible play structures. Simply throw a bed sheet over top and watch their creativity flourish.

Make Your Own Crazy Fort!

Create a Cave one day, an Igloo, Pirate Ship or Castle the next put the pieces together in different configurations, that glows in the dark. Toys that promote collaborative play between boys and girls are few and far between. The more they have, the better it gets as multiple kit structures are even more impressive.

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Robot Face Race

Robot Face Race is the frantically fun feature-finding game. A crazy inventor has built dozens of robot bodies and he needs your help finding the perfect heads. Shake the Robot Randomizer to reveal a robot’s features and then scan the robot heads on the board until you find the match. Find it first and collect a robot scoring token – first player with five tokens wins!

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Connetix Ball Run Set

It no exaggeration to say my own 6 year old is obsessed with his Connetix Ball Run. This exciting magnetic set lets kids design and build their own dynamic ball run courses, sparking endless creativity and engineering skills. Watch as marbles race through twists, turns, and ramps designed by your child’s imagination!

Hands-On STEAM Learning

The Connetix Ball Run encourages children to explore STEAM concepts like gravity, speed, and motion in a playful way. As they build and adjust their marble runs, they’ll develop problem-solving, spatial awareness, and fine motor skills—all while having a blast.

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Quadrilla Castle Escape Marble Run

There’s lots of exciting fun to be had with this award winning, wooden, marble run construction set. Start by building one of the layouts pictured on the box. Watch your marbles navigate the spiral twist, blocks and transparent stairways and ring the bells as they race down to the catcher. Now use your imagination to build your own fantastic marble runs!

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Stomp Rocket Ultra

The Stomp Rocket Ultra launches rockets up to 200 feet in the air. This super fun toy is 100% kid-powered. No batteries required. Super easy, fast assembly. The set includes 4 Ultra Stomp Rockets, Launch Stand, Launch Pad with Air Hose. The foam-tipped rockets fly up to 200 feet in the air! Fun for solo play or take turns with 2-3 kids.

This is the perfect outdoor gift for a 5 year old and up!

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Cobra Paw

Spot the right tile as determined by the dice and race to grab it using only one finger in this instantly teachable, quick-playing dexterity game that brings out the fun of competition for all ages.

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Rhino Hero Card Stacking Game

Price:  €19.95

Yess! Rhino Hero is out and about again. The super hero from the animal world fearlessly scales the highest houses looking for burglars and rogues. He is as strong as a lion and as smart as a fox but also as heavy as a rhinoceros. So even the most robust multi-story buildings may start to wobble. Can you help Rhino Hero accomplish his wobbly mission and build a skyscraper as tall and solid as possible?

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Rhino Hero Card Stacking Game

Price:  €19.95

Yess! Rhino Hero is out and about again. The super hero from the animal world fearlessly scales the highest houses looking for burglars and rogues. He is as strong as a lion and as smart as a fox but also as heavy as a rhinoceros. So even the most robust multi-story buildings may start to wobble. Can you help Rhino Hero accomplish his wobbly mission and build a skyscraper as tall and solid as possible?

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