The Best Toys and Gift Ideas for 6-Year-Olds in 2022

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The 6-year-old boys and girls on your list are in an unusual place. They're a full-time student now where independence and responsibility are key components of their day. At home, your tot's still your little kid who isn't quite ready for big-kid toys. Since birthday gifts are essential all year round, we've rounded up some of our favorite finds for the 6-year-old in your life, from unique gifts they'll never expect to practical gifts they'll use over and over again.

The child in your life is going to fall in love with these toys. With birthdays abound, it's time to get acquainted with the best toys of the year. Plus, like it or not, the holidays are coming up, and if you shop now, you can ensure that everything will still be in stock, instead of having to search high and low for their dream gifts come December. Keep on reading to shop our top picks; no matter if they're into firetrucks, science projects, or cool arts and crafts, you'll find something they'll love.

Find the best gifts for the toddlers and kids in your life with our gift guides, including for 1-year-olds, 2-year-olds, 3-year-olds, 4-year-olds, 5-year-olds, 7-year-olds, 8-year-olds, 9-year-olds, tweens, and teens.

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Cooking Set For Six Year Old: Kid's Global Adventure Cooking Kit
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Cooking Set For Six Year Old: Kid's Global Adventure Cooking Kit

Take the whole family on a culinary journey with this great Kid's Global Adventure Cooking Kit ($25). Taco night sounds like a fun time for everyone, and the kids in your life will love creating their own meals. Plus, there are lots of different national cuisines to choose from!

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Cool Bath Toy For Six Year Old: Erupting Dinosaur Bath Volcano
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Cool Bath Toy For Six Year Old: Erupting Dinosaur Bath Volcano

Bath time just got that much more fun thanks to this Erupting Dinosaur Bath Volcano ($30). Getting clean has never been more exciting. Put the little bath bomb in the volcano, and when it erupts, the bath bomb will get into the water, and they'll also get a little toy once the bomb fully evaporates.

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Baby Yoda Toy For Six Year Old: Grogu Magnetic Shoulder Plush – Star Wars: The Mandalorian
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Baby Yoda Toy For Six Year Old: Grogu Magnetic Shoulder Plush – Star Wars: The Mandalorian

If they're into Star Wars, they'll love this Grogu Magnetic Shoulder Plush – Star Wars: The Mandalorian ($50, originally $70). It comes with a little magnetic pad that you can place under their shirt at the shoulder, and then the plush can sit on their shoulders without moving. How cute is that?

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Pretty Doll For Six Year Old: Barbie Signature Holiday Barbie Doll
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Pretty Doll For Six Year Old: Barbie Signature Holiday Barbie Doll

This Barbie Signature Holiday Barbie Doll ($45) is so gorgeous. It'll be one they want to play with all the time, and it's even a collectible item! Plus, the silver dress is so stunning, and it's a doll they'll be so happy to have for years to come.

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Unique Gift For Six Year Old: 3D Printed Moon Lamp
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Unique Gift For Six Year Old: 3D Printed Moon Lamp

A nightlight that doubles as an educational tool, and also looks really cool? Bedtime just got that much easier, thanks to 3D Printed Moon Lamp ($20 - $40). It's authentically 3D detailed, and can change phases via touch control. There are also lots of different sizes to choose from.

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Soccer Toy For Six Year Old: Hover Soccer Ball Set with 2 Goals
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Soccer Toy For Six Year Old: Hover Soccer Ball Set with 2 Goals

Get moving with this Hover Soccer Ball Set with 2 Goals ($20). You don't need a lot of outdoor space to enjoy this toy. It contains a LED hover soccer ball that can be played indoors, as well as a classic inflatable soccer ball that's made for outdoor play.

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Science Gift For Six Year Old: Mini Explorer Light-up Terrarium Kit for Kids with LED Light on Lid

Science Gift For Six Year Old: Mini Explorer Light-up Terrarium Kit for Kids with LED Light on Lid

This Mini Explorer Light-up Terrarium Kit for Kids with LED Light on Lid ($25) is so cool, we kind of want one for ourselves. It teaches kids about biology and growing plants by day, and they can see their hard work pay off at night.

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Slime Kit For Six Year Old: National Geographic Mega Slime Kit & Putty Lab
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Slime Kit For Six Year Old: National Geographic Mega Slime Kit & Putty Lab

If they're obsessed with slime, this is a no brainer. The National Geographic Mega Slime Kit & Putty Lab ($30) will keep them entertained for hours. You can make slime, glow in the dark putty, magnetic putty, bouncing putty, and color-changing putty.

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Candy Kit For Six Year Old: Thames & Kosmos Rainbow Gummy Candy Lab
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Candy Kit For Six Year Old: Thames & Kosmos Rainbow Gummy Candy Lab

Um, we want this Thames & Kosmos Rainbow Gummy Candy Lab ($19). You can make different candies in all kinds of shapes and flavors. It's amazing. Yes, it's a gift for the kids in your life, but honestly, we'd give it to our adult friends too.

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Educational and Fun For Six Year Old: Scientific Explorer My First Mind Blowing Science Kit

Educational and Fun For Six Year Old: Scientific Explorer My First Mind Blowing Science Kit

For the budding young scientist, the Scientific Explorer My First Mind Blowing Science Kit ($14, originally $24) is the perfect place to start exploring. They can create new experiments and inventions, like making magic fizzy potions, colored squishy crystals, a color-changing erupting volcano, and so much more.

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Unique Firetruck Toy For Six Year Old: Play-Doh Wheels Firetruck Toy
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Unique Firetruck Toy For Six Year Old: Play-Doh Wheels Firetruck Toy

This Play-Doh Wheels Firetruck Toy ($20) looks like fun for kids and adults alike. If they're loving trucks right now, this is a great gift. It comes with different Play-Doh colors, including a swirled blue shade that looks like water.

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Best Indoor Gift For Six Year Old: Made By Me Create Your Own Window Art
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Best Indoor Gift For Six Year Old: Made By Me Create Your Own Window Art

The Made By Me Create Your Own Window Art ($10, originally $13) is the perfect indoor activity that will keep kids entertained for hours on chilly winter days when they don't want to be outside. Plus, it won't ruin the house, which is a major win.

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Cool Giant Bubble Maker For Six Year Old: WOWmazing Giant Bubbles Kit Plus
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Cool Giant Bubble Maker For Six Year Old: WOWmazing Giant Bubbles Kit Plus

For the kid who's obsessed with bubbles, this WOWmazing Giant Bubbles Kit Plus ($24) takes it to the extreme in the best way possible. Honestly, we'd like to play with it. Get outside with the kids in your life, and play with this massive bubble maker until everyone's exhausted.

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Best Bouncy Castle For Six Year Old: Intex Jump-O-Lene Castle Bouncer
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Best Bouncy Castle For Six Year Old: Intex Jump-O-Lene Castle Bouncer

Jump around in this fun Intex Jump-O-Lene Castle Bouncer ($53). Any kid will be obsessed with it; it's like a dream having their very own bouncy house. Plus, the castle will make them feel like royalty. Get ready to have the best holiday season ever.

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Educational Building Set For Six Year Old: Clixo Crew Pack
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Educational Building Set For Six Year Old: Clixo Crew Pack

Clixo Crew Pack ($45) are flexible shapes that attach to each other with magnets to build endless amount of objects. The pack includes two spinners and 28 other pieces. The collection is lightweight, easy to travel with and doesn't require any batteries, just a whole lot of imagination.

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Unique Kid-Approved Jewelry For Six Year Old: Super Smalls Heart to Heart Set
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Unique Kid-Approved Jewelry For Six Year Old: Super Smalls Heart to Heart Set

Super Smalls takes its inspiration from glitzy, grown-up stuff and translates it for children. This Super Smalls Heart to Heart Set ($34) makes dress-up so much fun. This kit contains two heart rings and two heart bracelets, which is so adorable.

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An Artistic Gift For Six Year Old: Crayola Colossal Creativity Tub
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An Artistic Gift For Six Year Old: Crayola Colossal Creativity Tub

No child could possibly be bored receiving this Crayola Colossal Creativity Tub ($22, originally $25). There are more different colored drawing instruments than we even knew existed. We're talking chalk, regular crayons, erasable crayons, markers, paints, and even modeling clay. The options are endless.

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An Inspriring Book Series For Six Year Old: Brad Meltzer's Ordinary People Change the World Books
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An Inspriring Book Series For Six Year Old: Brad Meltzer's Ordinary People Change the World Books

The Ordinary People Change the World ($30) series is made up of eight short, illustrated biographies designed to introduce real-life heroes to a new generation of readers. The series was born out of a shopping venture Brad Meltzer took with his daughter. "All I could find were clothes with princesses on them. I was tired of my own kids looking at reality TV show stars and thinking that's a hero. . . . I said, 'I have so many better heroes in history that I can give them.'"


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A Great Board Game For Six Year Old: Monopoly Junior Board Game
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A Great Board Game For Six Year Old: Monopoly Junior Board Game

Because they're still a little too young to fully understand Monopoly, the Monopoly Junior Board Game ($15) is the perfect gateway game; it's a simplified version of the classic game that's perfect for younger kids. Plus, adults will still have fun playing too.

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A Paw Patrol Present For Six Year Old: Paw Patrol 2-in-1 Transforming Mighty Pups Jet Command Center
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A Paw Patrol Present For Six Year Old: Paw Patrol 2-in-1 Transforming Mighty Pups Jet Command Center

How could we create a gift guide without something Paw Patrol related? This Paw Patrol, Super Paws, 2-in-1 Transforming Mighty Pups Jet Command Center With Lights and Sounds ($60, originally $69) will make their faces light up. It can transform from a cool jet into a command center, which they'll love.

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A Water Toy For Six Year Old: Intex Rainbow Ring Inflatable Play Center

A Water Toy For Six Year Old: Intex Rainbow Ring Inflatable Play Center

This Intex Rainbow Ring Inflatable Play Center ($39, originally $54) will have them so excited for warm weather. It's got everything they need to cool off and have fun, including a little slide, a ball pit, a ring toss game, and a water sprayer.

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A Mystery Book For Six Year Old: Nate the Great

A Mystery Book For Six Year Old: Nate the Great

Let your kids channel their inner detective with Nate the Great ($7). They'll be inspired to become a little detective themselves, and want to read this book over and over again. Plus, it's a great option for new readers who want to practice their skills.

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A Cool Tricycle For Six Year Old: Razor RipRider 360 Caster Trike

A Cool Tricycle For Six Year Old: Razor RipRider 360 Caster Trike

More than just a trike, Razor's RipRider 360 Caster Trike ($89, originally $140) will have tots spinning their way around the neighborhood. In addition to a large front wheel, the rider has two caster rear wheels that send the trike spinning when pedaled. They'll be obsessed.

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Best Water Toy For Six Year Old: Swimways Torpedo Rockets
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Best Water Toy For Six Year Old: Swimways Torpedo Rockets

They'll never want to get out of the pool when they're diving for these Swimways Torpedo Rockets ($9, originally $12). Get them for all kinds of pool time fun. These little guys really glide into the water, and can go up to 20 feet!

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A Strategy Game For Six Year Old: Battleship Board Game
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A Strategy Game For Six Year Old: Battleship Board Game

Your kids will learn the real meaning of the term "Battle Royale" thanks to a classic Battleship Board Game ($17) that'll take you back to the glory days, and is fun for the whole family to play. Don't forget to keep an eye on that tug boat.

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Best Outdoor Toy For Six Year Old: Razor A Kick Scooter
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Best Outdoor Toy For Six Year Old: Razor A Kick Scooter

Does it get any more classic than a Razor A Kick Scooter ($30 - $40)? They'll want to take it out immediately for a spin around the neighborhood. There are so many fun colors to choose from, just make sure you protect your ankles!

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American Girl Doll For Six Year Old: American Girl Corinne Doll & Book
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American Girl Doll For Six Year Old: American Girl Corinne Doll & Book

Your six year old is likely obsessed with American Girl, so they'll be overjoyed to receive the 2022 girl of the year! The American Girl Corinne Doll & Book ($115) is the perfect gift set, and tells the story of Corinne, who loves to spend her time skiing in Aspen. Us too!

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American Girl Doll Home For Six Year Old: American Girl Corinne & Gwynn’s Bedroom Set
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American Girl Doll Home For Six Year Old: American Girl Corinne & Gwynn’s Bedroom Set

This American Girl Corinne & Gwynn's Bedroom Set ($280, originally $350) is a great gift if they already have American Girl dolls. It's a little ski chalet, and we kind of wish it came in adult sizes.

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Complete American Girl Doll Kit For Six Year Old: American Girl Corinne’s Ultimate Collection
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Complete American Girl Doll Kit For Six Year Old: American Girl Corinne’s Ultimate Collection

If you're feeling generous, your six year old will be over the moon receiving American Girl Corinne's Ultimate Collection ($288). It contains Corinne, the 2022 girl of the year, two books, her dog, an extra outfit, winter accessories, and a full ski outfit.