Finding the perfect gift for a nine-year-old can be tricky. They are at an age where they want more challenging toys but still enjoy play. A mother and toy tester, Zoë Phillimore, asked a group of nine-year-olds and their parents for their opinions. The children tested various gifts at home and gave feedback. The goal was to find presents that are both fun and long-lasting.
One popular gift was Mexican Train dominoes. The game involves building a train of tiles from a central hub, and players can block each other. It is fast-paced and easy to learn, making it great for group play. Another hit was a set of Staedtler coloring pencils. The pencils glide smoothly and offer a wide range of colors. One child said they help make drawings look more grown-up.
Creative gifts also included a sewing kit from Cotton Twist. Children can make a stitched banner with their own design. It helps develop fine-motor skills. Other gifts mentioned were a popcorn maker, Lego Fortnite sets, and a stylish water bottle. According to play experts, peer-based play is important at this age. These gifts encourage social interaction and creativity.
Sources: theguardian.com
The words in bold are from the article.
| 1. tricky | a. difficult |
| 2. challenging | b. favorite |
| 3. opinions | c. variety |
| 4. feedback | d. quick |
| 5. popular | e. views |
| 6. involves | f. demanding |
| 7. fast-paced | g. responses |
| 8. range | h. promote |
| 9. grown-up | i. includes |
| 10. encourage | j. mature |
1.a 2.f 3.e 4.g 5.b 6.i 7.d 8.c 9.j 10.h