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This year we have one child who is going from being a little kid, or tween into secondary school age. It's a tough transition, I had thought it would get easier as your children grow but challenges just change. So if you're looking to buy the perfect gift for an 11-year-old girl or like us, for 11-year-old boys. We've created a guide to some presents which are great gifts and most importantly are considered cool by your older kids.

For good reason, the best toys are not now the noisy, plastic ones, thank goodness that stage has passed! A great gift now can be anything from video games, a physical activity, a grown up brick building set or Harry Potter tshirts. It's a new era of finding a unique gift which suits their developing interests and personalities. The best part is that many of these new toy ideas are things which will last and the coolest gifts can be the items you least expect like a cake pop maker if your child loves baking. Or stationary if you have a budding artist in the family.

If you’re looking for a little help; read our list of the best gifts for an 11-year-old daughter or a feisty 11-year-old son, which is what we have at the moment! The good news is we have chosen presents which keep them active, are fun for these pre teen years and can involve other family members.

CLICK HERE to see our suggestions of the Best Gift Ideas for Cool 11 Year Old Boys and Girls. These are from one of our favourite go-to stores, Wicked Uncle. I find them useful as I can buy for all ages, in one place which saves me time throughout the year.

Exercise Dice

If you want your child to get off that sofa and put down the Nintendo Switch, these orange foam dice are the perfect present. Children can create their own random workouts, mixing them up with this brilliant set of dice.

To play; simply roll them to create your own active routine. Whichever movement the dice land on, be it 20 reps of squats or 60 seconds of lunges this is what the next challenge is.

What better way for kids to enjoy time together inside or as outdoor activities. My son in particular loves anything physical so I can imagine he would revel in this popular game.

This can be used by kids of all ages and is a top gift for a family game night.

Instant Table Tennis

One of the best sports from my childhood was Table Tennis, but having your own proper table was extremely unlikely! Now though this problem is in the past as these clever Table Tennis Sets can be played on virtually any table top.

We really enjoy using this fantastic set which comes with a net that retracts and is attached firmly to any table. It works we've tried it! This is very quick to setup and if I'm not careful I find the kids using this on the dining room table!

For the technical details; it attaches to any table up to 75 inches wide and 1.75 inches thick. The posts hold the net and grasp the table edge so the net stretches between the two posts, keeping it taut.

A great design and it packs away neatly. We've found it incredibly easy to use and store. It is definitely one of those gifts which will be a great choice for years to come.

Waboba Wingman

What is a Waboba Wingman? Only a Flying Silicone Disc or better known as the best frisbee you've ever played with!

This one flies straight over 40 metres, it's colourful and you can fold it up and put it in your pocket.

With an inbelieveably aerodynamic design the Wingman, which is a 15cm disc, flies straight and over longer distances. Up to 40m if you manage to throw it that far.

It's created from a soft, pliable fabric so you can catch it and fold it up easily. It holds its original shape when you pop it back open which was my concern, but they’ve thought of everything. One of the classic traditional toys made better and it can be carried in a backpack or pocket for the perfect game at the park, beach or in the garden.

There are 6 different designs and these are picked at random when you place an order.

Football Mug and ball

We have football loving girls and boys in the house, so this Penal-Tea mug will go down a treat!

Creatively, the idea of this ceramic mug is that it has a built in goal & mini football. What a way to start the day when you love the big game. I have absolutely no idea who half the characters and teams are we discuss at breakfast. It's a marvel how football conversations bring so many people together from our neighbours to colleagues.

That's why this 10oz mug is perfect for a dribble of tea or a brew at half-time. I think it would actually suit adults as well! The mug details are decorated with a football net and includes a solid miniature football that just fits in the net. So you can all try and have a game in the morning and celebrate properly if you score!

Thankfully it can go in the dishwasher and microwave. A great addition to your 'fun mug' section of the cupboards and to cheer up your kiddies before school.

Minions Milkshake Maker

Sometimes I can't believe these cheeky fellas are still so popular. Then we take a family trip to see the 'Rise of Gru' and we have to concede that they are a little bit magic!

With that in mind Minions are still delighting older kids with their fun and games and this awesome milkshake maker will be one of the best birthday gift ideas.

Create your own amazing banana milkshakes this summer with a brilliant Minion milkshake maker!

Luckily it's easy to use; add the banana syrup into the mixing cup, add milk and slot the cup into the hands-free 35cm yellow mixer. You'll have yourself a yummy, frothy drink, which will put smiles on all their faces. And probably they can make it themselves!

Within the set you'll find everything you need. It includes 180ml of syrup, paper straws and four cups with the cheeky Minions characters. Good times will be had on all your playdates with this novelty gift.

We hope you found our list of high quality gifts for 11 year olds a lot of fun and a huge help to your shopping trip! It's a great idea to mix your gifts between real world activities or toys and concede the odd gift which involves screen time. This creates a lovely atmosphere for the whole family, who feel understood, happy and enjoy doing something together.

We're sure you'll find a great birthday party present for your tween and that you'll have much fun, and maybe the odd tear, celebrating them as they grow into this next stage.