By age 7, children are marking important developmental milestones, like showing more independence and wanting to play with friends. No matter the stage of your 7-year-old, there’s a toy out there that they will love.
Whether it’s a toy they can play with alone or with a crowd, choose something that is fun, easy to use, and fits the family’s lifestyle. We carefully considered toy safety, design, material, ease of use and assembly, and value when reviewing products.
Here are the best toys for the 7-year-old in your life.
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The best part is that each kit comes with three surprise designs to help your little one create the perfect bracelet. Packaged in a handy kit, the pod can be used as storage for the gemstones and is a convenient carrying case to take the set to the next sleepover.
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For extended fun, the Magical Mist Refill Pack can be purchased separately.
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This transition can be tricky to navigate, so if you’re in doubt, opt for a toy that may be slightly more advanced for a 7-year-old rather than something that they’ll grow out of quickly (or scoff at as “too babyish”). Just like with clothes, buying a toy that they can grow into extends the life of the product, which makes it a better investment.
Milestones
Part of the reason a 7-year-old’s interests are tough to pin down is because of their developmental stage. Pediatrician David L. Hill, MD, FAAP, explains that developmental milestones in the first five years of life are very well mapped, but “they tend to cluster from ages 5 and 10.” Outside factors play a big part in that progression, such as where they are academically and their social circle. Kids are still meeting expected and identifiable milestones at this time, but pacing varies more than it did when they were younger. At this age, kids are working on skills like those listed below and may enjoy toys that support this growth.
Strategic thinking: The Plus Plus Travel block set is a great activity for 7-year-olds as they become more curious and enjoy more complex challenges. Social skills: By 7 years old, friendships and teamwork become increasingly more important to kids, and the Retevis RT628 Walkie Talkies offer an excellent opportunity to play with friends and go on “missions” as a group. Math skills: Most 7-year-olds have either mastered basic math or are well on their way to doing so, and games that involve simple math skills, like Uno, are fun while also offering some addition and subtraction practice.
Entertainment Value
Much like their interests and general development, there is no one way to be sure a toy will be entertaining for a 7-year-old because of the period of change they are in. However, you can get a clue by looking at where they are academically. “As kids develop reading skills, the books, games, and puzzles they enjoy [will] grow in complexity,” says Dr. Hill, adding that the same is true as math and motor skills strengthen as well.
Why Trust Verywell Family?
Maya Polton is a former marketing manager and current freelance writer who covers food, home, and parenting. She’s also the mom of a 10-year-old son, a 7-year-old son, and a 3-year-old daughter. Her kids are super active, so she’s always looking for toys that get them outside and playing for as long as possible. She’s found that chalk, scooters, and stomp rockets are perfect for one-size-fits-all fun. Phoebe Sklansky is Verywell Family’s Associate Commerce Editor. She particularly loves craft kits for their sensory and creative benefits. Plus, there’s nothing better than watching a little one proudly display what they’ve made! Additional reporting by Ashley Ziegler
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