Gifts for 10-year-old kids in Kenya are among the trickiest gifts to get right. That is because, at that age, young boys and girls have developed distinct likes and hobbies that they want to pursue. The usual gifts for children will not be suitable for this age bracket. Young boys and girls in this age group already know the difference between a boy and a girl, and they believe that the distinction should be observed in their gifts.

According to Seattle Children’s Hospital and Research Centre, you should first understand what these kids like to do to be better placed to get the best gift for 10-year-olds. This article will explain what these kids want to do and how it can help you get them the perfect gift. Keep reading, and you will know what to get your ten-year-old kid.

What You Should Know About 10-Year-Olds

• Sports and athletics. At this age, young boys and girls have started liking athletics or other team sports. Gifts that will act to further those interests will be highly appreciated. Sports merchandise and tools like rackets, bats, etc., will mean that you have an active interest in what is happening with the youngsters.

• Arts and crafts. At 10, the youngsters have developed a passion for music, fine arts, and other activities they may want to pursue actively. They may want to start lessons about art, and any help will be appreciated. When thinking about gifts for boys and girls this age, get something to help further their newfound love for arts.

• Models and puzzles. Kids aged ten have already started formal schooling, and many will be intrigued by complex models and puzzles they want to solve. Gifts for boys and girls at this age should be useful for furthering their education and development. Word models, 3D puzzles, etc., are the ideal gifts.

• Hobbies and collections. Kids at this age develop hobbies and start collecting things that interest them. Stuffed toys, toy soldiers, dolls, makeup kits, marionettes, etc., become their favorite past times. Gifts for boys and girls at this stage should focus on these hobbies, and adding to their collections makes them happy.

• Gadgets and inventions. Children aged ten develop an interest in gadgets and technological innovations. They will start being curious about how devices in the house run and operate. You can get technical gifts to quench their new desire and curiosity. While getting kids gadgets, you should consider their security and whether they will need adult supervision.

• Clubs and group activities. At ten, kids will start joining clubs at school or enjoying group activities with their friends. Hiking, camping, and fishing trips will become their newfound obsession. When thinking about gifts for boys and girls at this age, think of something that will help in the clubs or group activities.

• Competitive games and sports. Ten-year-olds start being competitive and will try to outshine their friends or opponents in games and sports. They can also understand and follow the rules of the games and accept losses after giving it their all. When thinking about gifts for children at this age, think about something that will help them to be the best at these sports.

• Science and astronomy. Some kids develop a strong liking for sciences, chemistry, and astronomy when they are ten years old. These kids will devote much of their time trying to understand the complex concepts involved in these subjects. Giving them gifts that will help them understand these sciences better will significantly help.

• Play-acting and make-believe. At ten, kids will develop a liking for theatre, play-acting, and make-believe. It will be common to hear them mimicking their favorite characters in TV shows or trying to re-enact parts from those shows. When thinking about gifts for boys and girls who like plays and acting, think of what will help them enhance their love for those plays and acts.

Safety and security should also be on your mind when gifting ten-year-olds. That is because, at this age, their curiosity, competitiveness, overzealousness, and determination to excel are what drives them. Accidents and injuries are bound to happen, especially in sports or using gadgets. You should, therefore, think about their security and the amount of danger your gift to them may pose. If it needs adult supervision, ensure that the correct measures are in place. If it’s electrical, insist they must not use it without your presence. 

Unique Gifts for 10-Year-Old Kids in Kenya

At Gift World Kenya, we have come up with six examples of gifts that we think can be good for 10-year-olds:

1. Musical Yacht Snow Globe

The Musical Yacht Snow Globe is for kids who have started being curious about the world. The globe will also act as a soothing agent to the kid, especially after a long day outdoors. It will also act as a great decor for any room. For gifts for boys and girls, this snow globe will make a good choice.

2. Hello Kitty 3D Illusion Lamp

This Hello Kitty 3D Illusion Lamp is the perfect gift for young girls, which will do for any occasion, from birthdays, graduations, Christmas, or any other special occasion. The lamp will also light up the room of your little girl while serving as decor. The lamp will also serve as a great reminder of your feelings toward your child.

3. Personalized Bella The Teddy Bear

At the age of ten, most kids are irritable and throw fits. All they need is something to calm them down, especially the young girls. This Personalized Bella The Teddy Bear will make good gifts for boys and girls. Available in pink, white, brown, and beige colors, this teddy bear can also be personalized with any artwork that will please your child.

4. Vintage Dirt Motorbike

With the bright luster, simple and 3D shape, feel of the vintage style handmade wrought iron, and delicate welding in every detail that embodies the charm of handmade, this Vintage Dirt Motorbike is a nice gift for kids who have developed a liking for motorcycles or other mechanical gadgets. For gifts for children around 10 years who are into gadgets and tech, then this motorbike will do.

5. Teddy Love Head 3D LED Illusion Lamp

This Teddy Love Head 3D LED Illusion Lamp is a good gift for those kids who have developed a curiosity about gadgets. It will also serve as decor for the child’s room while illuminating the surroundings to give a soothing effect. Made of safe material and supported by a 5V USB charge, this illusion lamp should be counted among the best gifts for boys and girls aged ten.

6. Wooden Pen Holder And Hourglasses Decoration

For active school-going children, this Wooden Pen Holder And Hourglass Decoration will be a perfect gift. Made of safe wood material, this pen holder can also be customized with any artwork which your child will love. For birthdays, graduations, Christmas, and other special occasions, you should let your ten-year-old kids store their pens, pencils, crayons, etc., in style with this gift, which can also double as a good room or desk decor.

FAQs About Gifts for 10-Year-Old Kids in Kenya

Conclusion

Gifts for 10-year-old kids in Kenya can be a tricky affair. You will need to know the kids better before trying to get them gifts for them to be meaningful. At this age, newly discovered hobbies and interests are the center stage for these kids. Any meaningful gifts are the ones that will help in the development of those hobbies and interests.

Gift World Kenya is the best destination for those in Kenya and the wider East African region when it comes to gifts for boys and girls. You can visit the physical shop at Biashara Street, 4th Floor, Suite 27, Revlon Professional Plaza in Nairobi, Kenya, or you can visit the online shop here for more exciting choices of kid’s gifts.