The days of simple toys are giving way to more sophisticated interests, yet glimpses of childhood magic still sparkle in a ten-year-old girl’s world. They’re crafting YouTube playlists one minute and building blanket forts the next – each activity approached with equal enthusiasm.
Our continuously updated gift selections embrace this wonderful contradiction. Every recommendation has been chosen to support their growing expertise while opening doors to new discoveries.
1.LED Light-Up Flying Disc: Illuminate the Night
Ten-year-old girls are reaching that sweet spot where hanging out with friends becomes everything. This illuminated disc transforms simple backyard games into dazzling displays, perfect for those “just five more minutes” moments when the sun starts setting but the fun isn’t ready to end.
With 16.7 million color combinations, girls can personalize their play experience while developing genuine sports skills. The professional-weight design means they’re not just playing with lights – they’re building real coordination and confidence through active outdoor fun.
- Makes outdoor play possible even after sunset, extending active fun time
- Professional-grade weight helps develop genuine throwing techniques
- Waterproof design stands up to puddle landings and light rain
- 90-minute battery life covers multiple play sessions
- Color customization adds creative control to active play
- Charging cable needs to be purchased separately
- Battery needs recharging between longer play sessions
2.Blooming Beautiful Origami Flower Studio
The magical moment when flat paper becomes a beautiful flower captures the creative spirit that blossoms in ten-year-old girls. This comprehensive origami kit channels their growing attention span and desire for artistic expression into something truly special.
Perfect for quiet afternoon crafting sessions, this kit lets girls create lasting decorations for their rooms or thoughtful handmade gifts for friends. The variety of projects keeps interest high while building valuable skills through hands-on learning.
- Complete kit includes everything needed to start creating immediately
- Step-by-step instructions help build confidence through achievable challenges
- Creates beautiful keepsakes that can brighten up any room
- Develops fine motor skills and concentration naturally through engaging projects
- Encourages social crafting with friends while being equally enjoyable solo
- Box may need reinforcement for storing supplies long-term
- Some younger crafters might need help with more complex flower designs
3.Tune & View Tech Stand Speaker
Between video chats with friends, homework research, and dance-along videos, 10-year-old girls are developing their own digital routines. This clever stand-speaker combo lets them set up their tablet or phone exactly how they want it, while adding room-filling sound for impromptu dance parties.
Girls this age love personalizing their space and sharing experiences with friends. Whether they’re following a craft tutorial, joining a family video call, or having a musical hangout with friends, this versatile accessory helps them do it hands-free and in style.
- Adjustable viewing angles make it perfect for any activity, from crafting to video calls
- Portable design fits easily in backpacks for sharing with friends
- Non-slip protection keeps devices safe and secure
- Works with all their favorite devices, from phones to tablets
- Quality speaker turns solo dance sessions into mini parties
- Initial Bluetooth pairing might need grown-up help
- Speaker needs regular charging to stay powered up
4.3D Sudoku Puzzle Cube: Brain-Teasing Fun
Ten is a fantastic age when girls start craving more sophisticated challenges while still loving hands-on play. This innovative puzzle cube transforms traditional Sudoku into a three-dimensional adventure that can be twisted, turned, and solved in multiple ways.
Perfect for quiet moments during holiday travel or cozy afternoons, this portable puzzle offers just the right balance of challenge and achievement. Girls can work at their own pace, celebrating small victories as they master each face of the cube.
- Develops logical thinking skills through engaging puzzle play
- Perfectly sized for backpacks and holiday stockings
- Creates opportunities for both solo play and friendly competition
- No batteries or screens - just pure brain-teasing fun
- Grows with skills as puzzle-solving abilities advance
- Some cubes may not rotate as smoothly as desired
- Initial difficulty might frustrate less patient puzzlers
5.Mini Cruiser Skateboard
The Mini Cruiser Skateboard is an excellent gift for 10-year-old girls who love to explore and stay active. Featuring Abec 7 Skatro Bearings, 59MM Urethane Skatro wheels, and lightweight 3-inch aluminum trucks, this skateboard offers top-notch performance at an affordable price. Skatro’s proprietary Flexy Technology ensures optimal flex on every board, providing a smooth and comfortable ride.
This compact skateboard is perfect for commuting and can be easily taken on subways, planes, trains, and buses, making it a versatile choice for young riders. As a bonus, each Skatro Board comes with a color-matching T-tool, a $10 value, for easy maintenance and adjustments.
- High-quality components for smooth performance
- Skatro Flexy Technology for optimal flex
- Compact size for easy commuting
- Includes color-matching T-tool for maintenance
- May require some practice for beginners
- Not suitable for advanced tricks or steep hills
6.ThinkFun Rush Hour Traffic Jam
Critical thinking skills are important for all sorts of academic work as children grow including mathematics and science. Being able to develop critical thinking skills through play is ideal for 10-year-olds as their brains are still wired to learn best through playing. The ThinkFun Rush Hour Traffic Jam game is ideal for improving critical thinking skills whilst also being an extremely fun game.
The game can be played with others or independently and has a series of multi-level challenges from beginner to expert so as you improve at the game it gets harder to keep it challenging and stimulating.
- Improves logic and critical thinking skills
- Builds social skills
- Multi-level challenges; beginner-expert
- Can be played with others or independently
- Plastic parts, not environmentally friendly
7.Ravensburger Disney Castle 216 Piece 3D Jigsaw Puzzle
This highly detailed 216-piece puzzle constructs into a stunning 3D replica of the famous Cinderella castle when complete. Ravensburger’s precision cutting and Easy Click technology ensures each piece interlocks seamlessly with an audible click for frustration-free assembly.
The durable final structure is designed for permanent display to showcase her accomplishment. As she works, she’ll develop spatial reasoning, hand-eye coordination and patience. A magical keepsake that celebrates imagination and perseverance.
- Builds into 3D displayable castle
- Ravensburger's superior precision fit
- Easy Click audible piece connection
- Durable to last for years
- Challenging piece count for younger puzzlers
8.RockJam Keyboard Piano
Music is a skill for life, it has cognitive benefits but also improves stress levels and is a great social skill to have too. If the 10-year-old you’re buying a gift for is interested in music or has started to learn to play the piano or the keyboard then this RockJam Keyboard Piano would make a fantastic gift for them.
This keyboard is compact and portable and comes with a stand, seat and headphones making it ideal for piano practice. There are 200 set rhythms, 200 tones and 30 demo songs with the ability for the user to record and play back their own work too.
- Encourages interest in music
- Perfect for piano practice
- Portable, compact design
- 200 rhythms, 200 tones, 30 demo songs
- Includes stand, seat and headphones
- Larger item, requires space
9.No-Sew Unicorn Pillow Kit
With this unicorn-themed Christmas gift, the 11-year-old girl in your life is going to be able to make her very own decorative pillowcase, all by herself. This no-sew kit by Pinwheel Crafts comes with all the supplies to make a colorful and adorable throw pillow that looks like a unicorn. It even includes the filling to stuff the pillow after all the decorating has been done.
Instead of having to sew up the sides, she can use the 20 included fleece tassels to seal up her pillow. It’s a fun project for her to enjoy and also a way for her to put her personal spin on her room decor.
- Involves decorating with fun colors/patterns
- Includes pillow stuffing
- Uses fleece tassels instead of sewing
- Allows for personalization of her room
- Tassels may come undone over time
10.Vlando Wooden jewelry Box
A jewelry box might not be an obvious gift for a 10-year old girl but it is sure to be both useful and appreciated. By age 10 most girls have a small collection of jewelry that they have been gifted and they need somewhere safe to store it to prevent it from getting lost or damaged.
The Vlando Wooden jewelry Box has specialized compartments for different types of jewelry, secret storage spaces to hide away very important pieces and a large mirror to check how pieces look whilst worn. The jewelry box is made with durably materials so should last many years, and giving this as a gift will encourage a 10-year-old girl to take responsibility for looking after her belongings.
- Large mirror
- Specialized compartments
- Encourages responsibility
- Secret storage space
- Made with durable materials
- Not lockable
11.Rockland Fashion Softside Upright Luggage Set
This Rockland luggage set is perfect for a 10 year old who’s ready for her first real suitcase. The pretty pink floral pattern and silvery accents give it a fashionable look she’ll love. The durable fabric and smooth-rolling wheels make it easy for her to maneuver at the airport.
Traveling can be so exciting at age 10. This luggage set lets girls feel independent and responsible for getting their own belongings from point A to B. The floral pattern is age-appropriate while still being sophisticated enough for the tween years.
- Cute floral pattern
- Durable, high-quality materials
- Smooth-rolling wheels
- Expandable sides
- Handwash only
- May be heavy when fully packed
12.Sequined Butterfly Lined Journal
Give the 10-year-old girl you’re shopping for a place to collect her private thoughts and jot down her feelings with this sequined journal. The outside of the journal is covered in blue sequins and features a purple butterfly. When the sequins are brushed to the side, the colors reverse and the butterfly turns blue with a purple background. Inside hides 160 wide-lined pages waiting to be filled with thoughts for her eyes only.
This journal would be a great gift to encourage self-reflection and encourage an interest in writing. It can also help develop emotional health as she learns to put her feelings into words. Or, if writing isn’t her preferred form of expression, this would make a great doodle journal for all her sketches. The convenient size makes it large enough to comfortably write in but small enough to stash in a backpack so she can always have it with her when inspiration strikes.
- Promotes self-expression
- Improves writing skills
- Reversible design
- Convenient size
- Pages aren’t refillable
13.Puma Cool Cat Slide Sandal
These Puma slide sandals are perfect for a young fashionista who wants to show off her fierce sense of style. The bold cheetah print uppers and soft molded footbed provide all-day comfort, while the lightweight EVA sole keeps her light on her feet.
Girls age 10 are starting to develop their own tastes in clothing and accessories. These playful yet stylish sandals allow them to feel like a ‘cool cat’ while still being appropriate for school or play. The easy slip-on design means no more fussing with straps and buckles!
- Eye-catching cheetah print
- Comfortable molded footbed
- Lightweight EVA sole
- Easy slip-on style
- Runs small, size up
- Thin sole may need extra cushion
14.Cool Maker Go Glam Nail Stamper
Many 10-year-old girls are very interested in make-up, beauty and anything typically ‘girlie’ so this Go Glam Nail Stamper will definitely appeal to them. The nail stamper allows girls to create salon-worthy designs with just the press of a button, stamping the nail with beautiful patterns. It works on any size of nails so grown-ups can get involved too!
The Go Glam Nail Stamper set is easy to operate and comes with kid-safe nail polish so there’s no need to worry about children using anything potentially harmful. This set would make a great gift for a 10-year-old who loves anything to do with beauty.
- Suitable for any size nail
- 5 designs included
- Easy to operate
- Kid-safe nail polish
- Requires refills
15.Fitbit Ace
In wanting more independence and to feel grown-up many 10-year-old girls like to imitate the adults in their lives. Many adults now wear fitness trackers and children express an interest in these and their accompanying apps. The Fitbit Ace 2 Activity Tracker for Kids is a fitness tracker designed especially for kids. It has a robust design to withstand any bumps and knocks, is water-resistant up to 160 feet.
The Fitbit Ace 2 Activity Tracker for Kids is a great way to encourage children to stay active and to use technology to develop healthy habits. It also has up to 5 days of battery life so charging isn’t a drama!
- Water-resistant up to 160 ft
- Up to 5 days of battery life
- Encourages healthy habits
- Keeps children active
- Positive use of technology
- Requires device with Fitbit app for full functionality
