Gorgeous Gifts Advent Calendar | Source: Purple Ladybug
Age 6 is a big milestone for kids. Entering Kindergarten or first grade usually means a newfound sense of independence. With this transition comes changes to playtime as well, but luckily (and just in time for the holiday season), we’ve rounded up the best toys that will make your little ones feel like big kids! Check out our picks for the best toys and gifts for 6-year-old kids below!

AKEDO ULTIMATE BATTLE ARENA

Battle collectible Akedo Ultimate Warrior figures in this arcade-inspired, electronic arena. Includes two exclusive Legendary Warrior figures, two battle controllers, more than 35 sound effects, two interchangeable backdrops, and a punching bag training accessory. Battle collectible Akedo Ultimate Warrior figures in this arcade-inspired, electronic arena. Includes two exclusive Legendary Warrior figures, two battle controllers, more…

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  • $29.99; $39.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 6+

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PINXIES FAIRY TREEHOUSE

This STEM-authenticated Pinxies set includes more than 180 pieces that kids can use to build a colorful treehouse for Flora the fairy. The Pinxies building system uses paperboard panels and colorful plastic building links for open-ended construction play. This STEM-authenticated Pinxies set includes more than 180 pieces that kids can use to build a colorful…

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  • MSRP:
  • $29.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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TAMAGOTCHI PIX

Thanks to the built-in camera, kids can take pictures with their virtual pet and experience new interactions, including cooking for their pet, having food delivered, and meeting other real-world Tamagotchi friends. Thanks to the built-in camera, kids can take pictures with their virtual pet and experience new interactions, including cooking for their pet, having food…

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  • MSRP:
  • $59.99; $84.74 CAD
  • Age:
  • 6+

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CANDY CLAW MACHINE

Build a working model of the classic arcade game. Learn how the gears, levers, belt, screws, hydraulics, linkages, cranks, and claws work together to pick up, move, and drop prizes. Includes 10 lollipops and decoys to grab. Build a working model of the classic arcade game. Learn how the gears, levers, belt, screws, hydraulics, linkages,…

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  • MSRP:
  • $39.95; $56 CAD
  • Age:
  • 6+

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OSMO MATH WIZARD AND THE AMAZING AIRSHIPS AND OSMO MATH WIZARD AND THE ENCHANTED WORLD GAMES

With these games (sold separately), kids must solve problems using various math skills and the included materials. Osmo base and tablet device not included. OSMO With these games (sold separately), kids must solve problems using various math skills and the included materials. Osmo base and tablet device not included. OSMO

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  • MSRP:
  • $59
  • Age:
  • 6+

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3DOODLER START+ ESSENTIALS PEN SET

This easy-to-use 3D printing pen gives kids a unique, hands-on way to make art, design objects, and build things. The pen extrudes a special eco-plastic that quickly hardens and is completely safe to the touch. This easy-to-use 3D printing pen gives kids a unique, hands-on way to make art, design objects, and build things. The…

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  • MSRP:
  • $49.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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AIRBRUSH PLUSH

Kids can design and create their own multicolored plush with the battery-powered airbrush gun and stick-on stencils. When they are ready for a new design, they can simply wash off the old one and start over. Kids can design and create their own multicolored plush with the battery-powered airbrush gun and stick-on stencils. When they…

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  • MSRP:
  • $34.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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KOOSH SHARP SHOT

The brand that spans generations is back with an interactive target game that tests kids' aim with three different modes. Kids can choose Target Toss, Criss Cross, or Lightning Flash modes and shoot the target areas as prompted. The brand that spans generations is back with an interactive target game that tests kids' aim with…

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  • MSRP:
  • $29.99; $49.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 6+

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DISNEY ILY 4EVER DOLLS

These 18-inch dolls feature soft body torsos and five points of articulation. Each doll comes with outfits and accessories inspired by Disney Princesses. The fall line includes styles inspired by Belle, Rapunzel, Minnie Mouse, and Aurora.

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  • MSRP:
  • $34.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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FGTEEV MR. BEATS

This boombox-style playset features six songs from the FGTeeV YouTube channels and contains exclusive collectible figures, a removable DJ booth, and a working microphone that kids can use to sing along. This boombox-style playset features six songs from the FGTeeV YouTube channels and contains exclusive collectible figures, a removable DJ booth, and a working microphone…

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  • MSRP:
  • $59.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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GORGEOUS GIFTS ADVENT CALENDAR

Kids can unbox 24 accessories, toys, and crafts with this advent calendar. This set features a “for parents' eyes only” insert so adults can see what kids will open in advance.

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  • MSRP:
  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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H2OGO! SNOW 48” BLIZZARD BLAST SNOW TUBE

This 48-inch snow tube is bright and vibrant, while still being safe and sturdy. The Polar-Shield weather-resistant material keeps the tube from cracking or freezing in cold temperatures, and the oversized handles are perfect for gloved hands. The large three-way interlocking release valve makes inflation and deflation easier. This 48-inch snow tube is bright and…

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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HANGRY

In this fast-paced, food-flipping game, kids can flip their food card, look for a match, and slap, while other hangry players try to poach their favorite foods. The player who collects the most cards will be rewarded with mouth-watering menu items, and the first player to fill their table setting wins the game. In this…

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  • MSRP:
  • $17.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE ORIGINS CASTLE GRAYSKULL PLAYSET

This diorama-style playset opens to reveal four rooms. It features a working elevator, a trap door, themed accessories, and a special-edition Temple of Darkness Sorceress figure. This diorama-style playset opens to reveal four rooms. It features a working elevator, a trap door, themed accessories, and a special-edition Temple of Darkness Sorceress figure.

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  • MSRP:
  • $74.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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I SPY FIND IT FAST

Roll the dice, find a match, and find it fast! Kids roll nine dice with realistic pictures on each side and then try to find a match on an overturned picture card. Whoever finds the most matches wins the game. Roll the dice, find a match, and find it fast! Kids roll nine dice with…

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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VIBE GIRLS

There are six 8-inch Vibe Girls for kids to collect, each representing a different vibe, such as happy, art, kindness, and nature. Each doll comes with five accessories and a diary that has 50 stickers featuring positive messages. There are six 8-inch Vibe Girls for kids to collect, each representing a different vibe, such as…

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.97
  • Age:
  • 6+

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LASER X REVOLUTION ULTRA LONG-RANGE DOUBLE BLASTERS

Each blaster in this set of two features a range of more than 500 feet and a built-in receiver. Players can light up their blasters with more than 20 different colors. Each blaster in this set of two features a range of more than 500 feet and a built-in receiver. Players can light up their…

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  • MSRP:
  • $49.99; $69.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 6+

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PIXICADE

Kids can draw a game on any white surface, take a picture with their device on the Pixicade app, then play their unique game on-screen. Kids can also share their creations and play other kids' games in the arcade. Kids can draw a game on any white surface, take a picture with their device on…

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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TINY TV CLASSICS

These real-working TVs feature the most famous scenes and quotes from hit shows and movies. Each Tiny TV comes with a working remote and a custom backdrop scene. Choose from Friends, Back to the Future, Batman, and more. These real-working TVs feature the most famous scenes and quotes from hit shows and movies. Each Tiny…

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  • MSRP:
  • $24.86; $29.99
  • Age:
  • 5+

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MAGIC TRACE LIGHT TO DRAW BARBIE AND FRIENDS

Magic Trace helps kids learn to draw Barbie and her friends with light-up lines that appear when kids need them and disappear when they don't. Kids can turn on the light, draw the outline, and color it in. Magic Trace helps kids learn to draw Barbie and her friends with light-up lines that appear when…

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  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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PIXTER ELECTRONIC DRAWING COACH

Pixter shows kids how to draw 50 different images step by step. They can move at their own pace or use “auto draw” mode, then press a button to see an animation of the on-screen drawing. Pixter shows kids how to draw 50 different images step by step. They can move at their own pace…

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  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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ICE RIBBON TWIRLER

The Ice Ribbon Twirler is a beautiful sparkly dance accessory perfect for indoor and outdoor play! Kids can use the light-up feature to add some magic to their nighttime dance activities! The Ice Ribbon Twirler is a beautiful sparkly dance accessory perfect for indoor and outdoor play! Kids can use the light-up feature to add…

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  • MSRP:
  • $5.99; $8.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 6+

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SMARTIVITY KALEIDOSCOPE

With this kit, kids can build a kaleidoscope, fill its drum with colorful trinkets, and explore a sequence of patterns, designs, and colors. The project teaches kids the fundamental STEM concepts. With this kit, kids can build a kaleidoscope, fill its drum with colorful trinkets, and explore a sequence of patterns, designs, and colors. The…

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  • $29.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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POKÉMON TRADING CARD GAME: V BATTLE DECKS

Kids can battle against each other or play alone in this Pokémon card set. It includes a ready-to-play, 60-card deck; three reference cards; a rules booklet; a single player playmat; a large metallic coin; a deck box; and more.

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.99-29.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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B-KIND DOLLS

This eco-friendly doll line is made from recycled materials and promotes positive messages of kindness. There are five 12-inch dolls for kids to collect, and each character comes with a DIY activity that reflects her individual personality and passion. This eco-friendly doll line is made from recycled materials and promotes positive messages of kindness. There…

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  • $29.97
  • Age:
  • 6+

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DISNEY 5 SECOND RULE

In this fast-paced family party game, players get five seconds to name three things that fit in a Disney-themed category, such as “Disney dog characters” or “Pixar movies that have fish” to score points. In this fast-paced family party game, players get five seconds to name three things that fit in a Disney-themed category, such…

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  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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JUST MY STYLE TIE DYE DESIGN STUDIO

Kids can transform nearly any fabric into trendy, tie-dye masterpieces with this all-in-one kit. The Studio includes seven dyes, five pairs of protective gloves, 25 rubber bands, and a tie-dye tool to create rainbow swirls, sunbursts, and more. Kids can transform nearly any fabric into trendy, tie-dye masterpieces with this all-in-one kit. The Studio includes…

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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LEGO SUPER MARIO ADVENTURES WITH LUIGI STARTER COURSE

This 280-piece building set is compatible with LEGO Super Mario playsets and includes an interactive LEGO Luigi figure. Build the level, help Luigi navigate through different challenges to earn digital coins, and watch his reactions along the way. This 280-piece building set is compatible with LEGO Super Mario playsets and includes an interactive LEGO Luigi…

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  • MSRP:
  • $59.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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LITTLE TIKES TOBI 2 INTERACTIVE KARAOKE MACHINE

This karaoke machine features eight built-in songs and beats, pitch correction, voice and sound effects, a light show, and a corded microphone. Kids can save up to nine recordings and play seven interactive games. This karaoke machine features eight built-in songs and beats, pitch correction, voice and sound effects, a light show, and a corded…

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  • MSRP:
  • $51.99; $74.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 6+

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MARIO GOLF: SUPER RUSH

In this video game, up to four players can play a round of golf as characters from the Mushroom Kingdom. The game features a range of play modes, from Standard Golf and Speed Golf to a Golf Adventure.

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  • MSRP:
  • $59.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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NEW BRIGHT RC 1:10 SCALE REMOTE CONTROL HEAVY METAL 4X4 TRUCK COLLECTION

These 15.25-inch, R/C trucks feature oversized rubber tires and all-wheel drive. Available in four models, each car comes with a wireless remote and a rechargeable battery. These 15.25-inch, R/C trucks feature oversized rubber tires and all-wheel drive. Available in four models, each car comes with a wireless remote and a rechargeable battery.

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  • $49.97
  • Age:
  • 6+

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ROLLPLAY NIGHTHAWK STORM ELECTRIC RIDE ON

Master the thrill of the ride with the Rollplay Nighthawk 12V Ride-On! Reaching forward speeds of up to 6.5 miles per hour, this innovative ride-on is sure to be a hit with thrill-seekers. Start and stop pedals allow the rider to control the speed of the Nighthawk with ease. Kids will love learning how to maneuver around obstacles…

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  • MSRP:
  • $177.09
  • Age:
  • 6+

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RAINBOW HIGH WINTER BREAK FASHION DOLLS

The six original Rainbow High fashion dolls get a wintry makeover in this collection. Each doll comes with two outfits, winter fashion accessories, and snow gear that doubles as a doll stand. The six original Rainbow High fashion dolls get a wintry makeover in this collection. Each doll comes with two outfits, winter fashion accessories,…

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  • MSRP:
  • $36.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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SPY NINJAS COVERT COMMUNICATORS

This set includes two two-way, wrist-mounted walkie-talkies with a broadcast range of more than 100 feet. Each unit includes a removable compass, a disc launcher with two discs, a magnifying lens, an LED signal light, and a Spy Ninjas ID card. This set includes two two-way, wrist-mounted walkie-talkies with a broadcast range of more than…

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  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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Danielle Farina

Danielle Farina

Danielle is an editorial intern for the Pop Insider, the Toy Book, and the Toy Insider. When she’s not giving an incredibly off-key performance of her favorite Disney soundtracks, you can find her going on walks, binge watching New Girl, or reading a book in a local coffee shop! Danielle is excited to immerse herself in the world of toys and unleash her inner child!

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