This girl is not just celebrating any birthday, no, she has turned six years old! A milestone, if you ask us. In any case, her birthday is something to be celebrated. Treats at school, treats at the sports club, and of course the big birthday party at home, where she only receives, instead of gives. To make the birthday party as successful as possible, we present in this blog the best gifts for a 6-year-old girl. Based on information about her development, it will be clear why these gifts are so suitable. Don’t wait any longer and start reading now!
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Developmental Phase of a 6-Year-Old Girl
We won’t answer the question ‘what should a six-year-old be able to do?’ Simply because every development is different and not every 6-year-old is at the same point. Instead, we write about the average development, and you will read things you may recognize because she can already do them, or things that are yet to come.
A six-year-old girl already has quite good motor development. She has just learned to tie her own shoelaces, movement is the main activity of the day, and balance is becoming more important. Furthermore, she will continue to grow, although the differences between children are becoming greater. On a cognitive level, there are also very exciting changes happening. Abstract concepts, such as time, are becoming more understandable. She will suddenly be able to operate the iPad, and you must be careful that your six-year-old girl doesn’t get lost in her ‘free time,’ which suddenly seems very present. If your daughter is learning to read, it is only logical that she may be quite tired after a school day. Learning to write, count, and read is not something that ‘just happens’. It takes a lot of brainpower. But, because the body itself is really an energy bomb, those energy levels don’t always match, which usually leads to a lot of frustration.
On a social-emotional level, some things are also happening. The six-year-old will become much more aware of rules. Not only their content but also the ‘why’. Keep in mind that rules will not be followed without question, but there will be an explanation attached. To just say: ‘because I said so,’ is a bit too simple. Anyway, friends (both peers and adults) are becoming more important, although as a parent, you will likely still hold the number one spot. For more information, ask, for example, the teacher of your 6-year-old.
Don’ts (Types of Gifts Not to Buy for a 6-Year-Old Girl)
A 6-year-old may be very enthusiastic about a lot of things. There are also some gifts you’d rather leave on the store shelves. A personal phone is really not needed at this age. You might buy a new one for yourself and pass the old one on to her, but what use does she have for it? At this age, it’s important to balance the use of technology and provide more hands-on and creative activities. Furthermore, you should carefully consider toys that make a lot of noise. While interactive toys can be fun, gifts that make too much noise can irritate both parents and the child. Consider the environment in which the child plays.
What Is a Suitable Budget for This Age?
A six-year-old might have some idea that things cost money, but how much and the difference in pounds between certain gifts, she won’t notice. Take the following budget or put it together for yourself.
- Parents/ caregivers: £30.00 to …
The question is not ‘what is your child worth to you?’, the question is rather ‘what realistic budget can and do I want to allocate for our daughter’s sixth birthday?’. - Immediate family members (uncle & aunt, grandparents): £10.00 to £30.00
Grandparents probably have a standard budget, the budget of various uncles & aunts will vary more. - Neighbors/ acquaintances: £5.00 – £20.00
Better a good neighbor than a distant friend. Perhaps the girl (and you) have a very good relationship with the neighbors. Chances are the budget will be a bit higher. - Friends: £5.00
Perfect for expanding a birthday party with a gift round.
Further Tips
We give you a few last tips so you know exactly what kind of gift you are looking for. The first tip: don’t overwhelm the child with too many gifts. A few well-thought-out gifts are often more valuable than an abundance of presents. A second tip: try to avoid gifts based on gender stereotypes, such as only pink dolls or only blue construction toys. Every child has unique interests, so it’s good to consider a wide variety of gift options. It’s not that a girl necessarily wants something pink, even though she probably identifies as a girl now.
1. Frozen Stuff
No wonder a 6-year-old girl creates her own enchanting world of Frozen! They are such fun movies; you can’t help but be a fan, right? If you give Frozen stuff as a gift, you make sure her imagination becomes reality. She not only wears an Elsa dress, no, she becomes the ice queen who rules the kingdom with a sparkling magic wand in hand. Her Olaf plush becomes her loyal companion on adventurous journeys through the magical landscape of Arendelle. And, not to forget, with an enchanting Anna doll, she can bring stories of courage and friendship to life. In any case, you will make a 6-year-old girl very happy with Frozen stuff. Just check if she has seen the movies, because otherwise, a snowman like Olaf speaks less to the imagination than he could.
2. Dress-Up Clothes
Imagine being a 6-year-old girl and being able to immerse yourself in your imagination by dressing up. That sounds fantastic, right? It’s handy to have the right dress-up clothes so you can be anything you want: a princess, a superhero, a fairy, or even a brave pirate. Let her jump into a sparkling dress, put on a cape, or place a beautiful tiara on her head. You will see that you have never seen such a happy child. Even more fun when she has several outfits and her friends can also dress up in these clothes. Play afternoons will be taken to the next level, and you will hear more fun from above than before.
3. Backpack
In the backpack of the 6-year-old girl, a daily apple, a lunch box, a drinking cup, notes for school, and craftworks from school disappear. Isn’t it time for a new bag, we hear you thinking? We think so. The current one is very worn out and could use an upgrade. With a new, sturdy bag, she can safely take all her stuff to school and have her adventures outside. A fresh start to the new school year or a new school day with a new bag will ensure she is ready to make new memories. A perfect gift, especially if you have a lower budget, for example.
4. Books
Reading is essential for the development of a 6-year-old because it increases her vocabulary, improves language comprehension, and stimulates creativity. It helps her to better understand the world around her and to get new ideas. A book is therefore the perfect gift to give to this girl. But besides these books, since her own reading is not yet really fluent at this age, it might be better to look at read-aloud books. Reading aloud also has several specific benefits. Think of strengthening the bond between parent and child, developing listening skills, and stimulating the imagination. It also helps to build concentration and promotes empathy by exploring characters and stories. Both reading and being read to form the basis for strong development. So go for it!
5. Unicorn Stuff
A unicorn is a mythical creature depicted as a horse with a single horn on its forehead. In legends and stories, the unicorn is often described as a symbol of purity, magic, and strength. It is a beloved figure in various cultures and is often associated with colorful and imaginative images. However, a unicorn is something quite different. At least, a unicorn refers to the cute animal, indeed with one horn on its forehead, but also with lots of rainbow colors and a friendly character. We use the word ‘unicorn’ in our culture as a standalone word from what the unicorn actually is. In any case, there are many things with unicorns nowadays. If you buy this for the 6-year-old girl, you will undoubtedly succeed in how much the girl will like the gift.
6. Make-up Sets for Kids
As colorful as a rainbow. That is exactly how the face (very bright and full of color) of your 6-year-old girl looks when you give her a palette of colored eyeshadows. Isn’t that wonderful? So, as far as we are concerned, something you want to encourage. As long as it doesn’t come from your own expensive Jeffrey Star palette, because the powder is just a bit too precious for that. The solution, to prevent her from finding those powders, is her own make-up set, which is specially made for children. It is probably filled with all the colors of the rainbow, it doesn’t matter if something breaks, and the girl can still have a lot of fun with it. A wonderful gift for an already wonderful girl, who will feel even more beautiful.
7. Dollhouse
With a dollhouse, a 6-year-old girl can create and reenact her own stories while developing her imagination and social skills. The house offers countless possibilities for creative play and decorating different rooms with furniture and accessories. It is a timeless toy that will provide her with hours of fun and stimulate her imagination. In that sense, it is a gift that you buy for the coming years. It won’t be the item she plays with every day, but it will be an item she keeps rediscovering and thus remains popular for a long time. It is even an item she might keep her entire life and pass on to her children when she eventually grows up to be an adult woman.
8. Kinetic Sand
Have you ever heard about kinetic sand? No? Well, let us tell you it’s some of the most amazing things you will ever lay your eyes on. Instead of ‘normal’ sand, kinetic sand won’t spread around your house. It kind of has a property similar tot that of liquid. But, instead it gets your hands wet like water does, the sand remains solid. Kinetic sand might be the best thing ever, because it has the ‘cleaning’ benefits of water and the ‘building’ benefits of sand. Anyway, it would be nice if you buy a set with some decorate accessories. Depending on what she likes, you can choose accessoires of het favorite TV character. Does that not sounds wonderful?
9. Playmobil
Playmobil is a popular toy line with various themes and figures, such as knights, pirates, farms, and modern settings. It is known for its detailed playsets and imaginative play possibilities. It is recommended to give this gift from about 4 years old. Because there are so many different sets and it always remains fun to play with, you see that children still enjoy it years later. It is therefore not surprising that you give a 6-year-old girl some Playmobil. And if you’re at it, check out what Playmobil she already has. Not only to avoid duplicate purchases but also to see which set is most loved.
10. Games
For a 6-year-old girl, there are plenty of fun games that are perfect as gifts. Think, for example, of a board game like Memory. It trains her memory and she can probably spend a long time with her playmates. The fun part is that these kinds of games, for example, also come in a Frozen variant. Perfectly matching the previous gift ideas, we thought! But, a craft set is also great because it will stimulate her creativity and keep her busy for hours making beautiful artworks. Furthermore, there are also games, like Twister, that promote active play and movement. If you have an active child (probably the answer is yes), we recommend moving more in that direction.
