Best Gifts And Toys For 11-Year-Olds

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No longer little kids and just on the cusp of tweendom, 11-year-olds can be fun—and tricky—to buy gifts for. “Developmentally, 11-year-olds crave independence and are slowly developing a range of cognitive skills that support them in being more independent. While many of these cognitive skills are better than those of a few years earlier (logic, focus and attention, planning), others are still early in their development,” shares Mary McGaughan, Psy.D., a child and school psychologist. When deciding on the best gifts for 11-year-olds, we relied on our experience with our own kids as well as speaking with other parents, our expert, and a slew of real 11-year-olds for guidance.

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“Games and activities requiring logic, responsibility, planning, perspective taking, self-control and flexibility are all great options for helping kids develop executive functioning skills,” shares McGaughan. We included fashion and apparel gifts and decor choices as well as games and toys. At this age, many children may be making choices about what they wear and how they decorate their room, backpack or body. This is all developmentally appropriate and can be encouraged openly and safely.

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Mudpuppy Chocolate Shop 500-Piece Search-And-Find Family Puzzle

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This 500-piece puzzle is challenging enough for an 11-year-old and should take some time to complete. We love puzzles as family activities—simply set one up on a big table or flat surface and let your family members come and go to help complete the puzzle. Working on a puzzle together is a bonding experience and a welcome time to chat about school, social life or anything else. Once the puzzle is complete, the fun isn’t over—there are more than 40 items to seek and find hidden within the puzzle’s image.

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Just One Party Game

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Work with your family to find the best clue to help your teammate guess the mystery word. The game requires reading and writing and is best for kids eight and up. We love that playing takes just 20 minutes and encourages creative thinking and vocabulary skills.

This fun tabletop game is fast-moving and frantic, perfect for 11-year-olds. While the game is safe for kids six and up, reviewers say it’s best for older kids, since it does require some dexterity and finger strength. Players use the button-controlled paddles to smash the wiggling pickle and flip over the pickle jar lids on their opponent’s side.

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Sports Superstars From Black History Book

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Read and discover the inspirational stories of 12 Black sports superstars. Kids learn about well-known athletes like Serena Williams and LeBron James and lesser-known stars like Fritz Pollard. We appreciate that the book doesn’t just focus on all the wins and successes—each story includes highs, lows and challenges each athlete had to overcome to become the person they are. At only 144 pages, this is a quick read and written at an age-appropriate reading level.

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Canal Toys DIY Slime Factory

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Slime aficionados should love becoming mad scientists with this slime factory toy. Forget about crazy ingredients; all your 11-year-old needs is to select their slime color powder from a few choices and add water. By turning the crank, your slime mixes up in minutes, and then you can use the included decorations to create custom slime. The set consists of glitter, confetti and more, so it’s a custom slime experience.

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EverBrite Rechargeable Kids Headlamp

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Fun and affordable, a light-up headlamp is perfect for outdoor adventures, camping or even just reading in bed under a blanket. This kid-sized light is rechargeable, so you don’t have to worry about batteries. The adjustable band is made from comfortable, stretchy fabric and is available in four colorways. The light has three light modes, can shift to multiple colors and tilts up to 45 degrees, so the light is directed precisely how your kiddo wants.

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Sky Viper Nova Light Show Drone

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This display drone is fun if you’ve got lots of open space. It has four light-up propellers and easy-to-implement multicolor effects. The drone has 24 LED light zones with more than 25 patterns to choose from. Auto launch, land, one-button tricks, and easy-to-program light displays make this a great choice, even for drone newbies. The batteries are rechargeable and the set has four replacement propellers.

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Dink Buddy Pickleball Net

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Compact and easy to carry, this lightweight, collapsible and portable pickleball net is the perfect gift for any pickleball-loving kid. You can choose between a 4-foot or 6-foot-long net and each comes in six colorways. The net unfolds and sets up in minutes and, unlike some cumbersome options, once packed up, this one only weighs 3 pounds, so your 11-year-old shouldn’t have any issue toting their new pickleball net around.

Parents may remember having their own Koosh ball, but now it’s time for your kids to play with Koosh. We love this compact and affordable Koosh slingshot. It has three colorful Koosh balls stored in the slingshot’s handle when unused. Simply load the Koosh, pull back and launch your ball—they can fly up to 50 feet, so they are best used outdoors, but the Koosh is soft, so there’s no worry of injury. Get two and watch your kids go wild.

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Vango The Upside-Down Challenge Game: Backyard Edition

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This fun game takes the challenges outdoors. Players wear special goggles that turn their entire view upside-down and are tasked with simple tasks like catching a ball or jumping through rings. Watch the hilarity ensue when everything is more complex than it seems. The game has goggles, cups, balls, rings and challenge cards.

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Kickerball Swerve And Curve Size 4 Soccer Ball

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Soccer fans should love adding this Kickerball to their backyard arsenal. Designed with unique aerodynamic materials, the ball allows kids (and adults) to easily perform trick shots like curves, swoops and serves. My 11-year-old soccer-loving son has tons of soccer balls, but this is by far his favorite and top of the list to give to all his soccer buddies for birthdays. The ball comes deflated, and comes with a manual air pump.

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Tubby Todd Kids Kickstart Bundle

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Kickstart your preteen’s skincare journey with gentle, safe and soothing products made for their delicate skin and tested by a pediatrician and dermatologist. McGaughan says, “Eleven-year-olds are going through a lot of changes physically and emotionally. They may explore their identity, emotions and changing bodies through new hairstyles, clothing and makeup. This is age-appropriate and not a cause for concern in and of itself.”

This set includes bar soap, face wash, toothpaste and deodorant. These products are good additions to your kiddo’s routine and encourage good hygiene habits as they age. They are gender-neutral and valuable for kids curious about skincare and self-care.

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Super Smalls Days Of The Week Press-On-Nail Kit

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If nail art sparks interest in your 11-year-old, this Super Smalls kit of press-on nails is sure to be a hit. Made of nontoxic ingredients and sized just right for kids, the set comes with seven sets of wacky, wonderfully decorated nails. The nails have pre-applied adhesive on them, so there’s no need for messy glue. Along with the press-on nails, many nail-gem stickers can be used to decorate faux nails or your natural nails.

Janie and Jack

Plaid Brushed Twill Shirt

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We love Janie and Jack for lots of everyday and special occasion clothing–they’re well-made, affordable and fashionable without being too trendy. As a parent with multiple kids, I love that Janie and Jack extends its clothing line from 6 months to 18 years, making it an amazing choice for holiday photos, family-matching moments or other occasions when you want a matching or coordinated look.

Puffer Hug

Original Puffer Hug

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This uniquely designed product is a fleece-lined wrap with deep pockets. Wear it like a scarf or vest, and it keeps your kiddo cozy at home, on the go or anywhere in between. It’s made with a nylon outer and fleece lining. The deep pockets keep hands cozy and warm and have plenty of space to store special items. The Puffer Hug comes in one kid’s size (and adult sizing) and four colorways.

Bagsmart

Walker Waterproof Dopp Kit

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Inspire 11-year-olds to be independent by packing their own dopp kit. My son loves this one–it’s small enough to fit easily in a suitcase or backpack but big enough to hold his limited essentials. The three neutral colorways are perfect for any gender, and I appreciate the multiple pockets to help keep the kiddo’s stuff organized. This gift can be used for summer vacation, a sleepover at a friend’s house or any family trip.

Best Creative Gifts

Amazon

Sticki Rolls Sticki Book

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Part jewelry, part collectible and all fun, these wearable, shareable beads are a roll of holographic mini stickers that you can pull, tear off and share with friends. The set includes a 50-page mini activity book to store and organize your stickers, a Sticki Roll bracelet and extra Sticki Roll beads. Besides storing in the book, the stickers are adorable additions to notebooks, water bottles or anywhere else.

Amazon

Paint By Sticker Kids Rainbows Everywhere

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This low-mess, low-stress activity is the perfect way to create amazing images while improving fine motor skills. The paint-by-sticker books come with ten amazing images and their corresponding sticker pages. Simply peel the sticker and place it on the corresponding number to watch your colorful image come to life. Each page is perforated, so it’s easy to display your creation once it’s complete. If rainbows aren’t your thing, there’s many other themed books.

Amazon

Happy Habitats Halo Portable Pet Carrier

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While this is a pretty specific gift, if your kid has a small furry friend (think gerbil or hamster), this exercise ball could be a fun addition to your child’s life. The portable exercise ball allows your furry friend to explore the house safely. The ball clips into the small, halo-shaped pet carrier, which helps your child to travel, carry and interact with their pet. Kick-out legs keep the halo shape secure while the ball rotates inside, encouraging exercise and safe exploration.

Amazon

Skillmatics Storybook Art Kit

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This kit is a wonderful gift for creative kids who may love the help of these prompts. It encourages kids to make their very own storybooks. The amazing set includes two blank hardbound storybooks ready to be filled in, colorful stickers, DIY stickers, markers, pencils, writing prompts and idea guides. There are four themes, so your kiddo is sure to find one that appeals to them and motivates them to get writing.

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Amazon

Yoto Player Bluetooth Speaker For Kids

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More than just a Bluetooth speaker, the Yoto has a vivid pixel display, sleep sounds, a nightlight, an alarm clock and a headphone jack. The player hooks up to Wi-Fi and can play a daily kid-friendly podcast. Pop a Yoto card in and listen to music, stories, educational lessons and more. The cards are sold separately and can be accessed by phone if you enable the Yoto app.

Kiwi Co

Kiwi Co. Light-Up Wire Art

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With this kit, kids get everything they need to create their own light-up art to decorate their room. Templated designs make it easy to accomplish your goals or design your light. The set includes batteries, wires, tools, paper and more. An illustrated instruction book allows for age-appropriate, hands-on activity that doesn’t require a grown-up’s help.

Amazon

Treblab Portable Bluetooth Speaker

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Part of growing up includes developing your taste in music. If your child loves to make playlists, listening to the music together is fun. This portable, sturdy, waterproof speaker allows your 11-year-old to listen to their favorite music in their room, at the park or wherever you all hang out. One charge and the battery lasts 20 hours, so many sing-alongs are ahead.

If you’re looking to gift your 11-year-old a phone, the Teracube Thrive may be a fantastic option for your family. The phone has a camera and parent-approved apps, but allows parents to limit gaming, social media and screen time. Built-in monitoring is easy to implement, and users say the setup is simple.

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Amazon

Nex Playground Game System

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This innovative Nex experience allows you to game together as a family. With up to four players at a time, there are no controllers—your body powers the play, so not only does this encourage fun together time, but it’s active. The console features an AI-powered camera and motion-learning sensors that work together to detect movement. The Nex Playground has five games, and a quarterly or yearly pass allows access to a catalog of more than 20 games.

Amazon

Lego Technic John Deere Kit

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Advanced Lego builders should love the challenge of this 1400+ piece set, while parents appreciate that it’s still age-appropriate and rated for kids 11 and up. The detailed set includes several mechanical and pneumatic features that enable the builder to move, raise and lower the blade and engage in three claw actions. Fun and challenging, this is a satisfying splurge for a Lego fan.

If you’re ready for your 11-year-old to enter the gaming world, the Nintendo Switch is a fun, splurge-worthy gift. My kids love theirs, and I appreciate the Switch’s versatility—you can play it in handheld mode or on the TV screen. With Wi-Fi, you can connect with other players for multiplayer games, and the Switch is so portable that it’s a cinch to bring along to playdates or sleepovers (as long as all parents approve).

Amazon

Roland Electronic Drum Set

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If adding a drum set to your home gives you an instant headache, consider this electronic drum set by Roland. While indeed a splurge, this set is compact, well-sized for kids, and easy to set up and use. The Onboard Coach helps kiddos practice through guided lessons and staged development. On its own, the set is low-noise and much quieter than a standard drum set, and it has the option to plug in headphones so that only the player can hear the beat.

If your 11-year-old has hit a growth spurt, it may be time for a new set of wheels. We love that Woom bikes are lightweight and comfortable, and the bright, gender-neutral colors work for nearly any kid. The Woom 6 is made for kids ages 10 to 14, but use the handy height guide on their site to choose the best bike. Assembly is required, so be prepared for a bit of elbow grease.

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Smoko

Smoko Pearl Boba Tea Ambient Light

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There’s something about Boba that so many kids love, so add some cute decor to your kiddo’s room with this Boba lamp. The pint-sized plastic light even includes little boba balls, so it looks authentic. It runs on three AAA batteries (not included), so it’s portable, and the light has a one-hour auto shut-off to extend battery life.

Garnet Hill

Garnet Hill Mini Print Sheets (Twin)

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New sheets are an easy way to upgrade your kiddo’s room. Garnet Hill is a well-known brand that uses high-quality materials to make sumptuous bedding. These sheets are made from 100 percent organic cotton and have a 300-thread count. Available in eight mini print patterns, they’re not too juvenile but aren’t overly sophisticated. Choose between sizes from twin up to California king.

Decorating your room is a rite of passage for kiddos and a developmentally appropriate action. Get on the bandwagon with these LED lights. The rolls easily stick on any clean, dry surface, so they’re fun to use on the border of walls, around a mirror or door frame or anywhere else. They’re remote-controlled, so your 11-year-old can set the vibe, and when not in use, the lights are barely noticeable.

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Mary McGaughan, a child and school psychologist who works primarily with tweens and teens, lent her expertise and experience for this article.
This article is regularly updated to ensure accuracy and to add more favorites to the list, including the newest toys on the market. It was most recently updated in October 2024.

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