As the holidays approach, gift ideas and shopping are on the forefront of our minds. I know your children have many different ideas about what they want. I have a few ideas, as well, just in case you need some. Here are my thoughts:

- an analog watch or clock (to help with telling time)

- board games that involve critical thinking skills (most of them do)

- multiplication flash cards

- puzzles

- books, lots of books that are of interest to them

- a journal to write their thoughts in

- computer games that inspire writing

- a Nook or Kindle to inspire reading

- Brain Quest game

Barnes & Noble's website has some great ideas. Click on any of the buttons below to see what they offer for 9-11 year olds!