No Stress Chess, $14.99
This is a great age for kids to be learning chess and mastering their technique, and this version of the game will take the pressure off (and add some whimsy!) by having your moves determined by randomly-drawn playing cards. Families who enjoy chess will love this fun twist that teaches the game and allows for kids to advance in skill.
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Confessions of an Imaginary Friend: A Memoir by Jacques Papier, $10.36
This laugh-out-loud funny novel is a quirky chronicle of the life of an imaginary friend (along the lines of Pinocchio). Though not actually a memoir, the main character, Jacques, struggles with alienation and feels that he’s ignored by everyone except for his sister Fleur. Turns out, he is actually Fleur’s imaginary friend! Thus begins Jacques soul-searching journey to discover himself in the hopes to one day become real.
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LEGO Minecraft Creative Adventures The Ender Dragon, $55.99
If the 9-year-old in your life is into Minecraft, this is a no-brainer. Combine the worlds of Lego and Minecraft with this fun set that lets kids build a floating platform with torches, a spooky Ender Dragon, and creepy Endermen for hours of fun and entertainment.
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KLUTZ It’s All About Us: A Journal of Totally Personal Questions for You & Your Friends, $12.69
This is the ultimate girly gift. Full of fun surveys and questions, this super-nosy game will have kids gabbing about everything from food to fashion to friendship. A great gift idea, and perfect for slumber party entertainment.
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Battleship, $12.19
This classic naval combat game lets kids battle head-to-head — and have fun while they’re doing it. Kids get to practice their strategy techniques while trying to eliminate their opponent’s ships one by one. The game comes in portable battle cases, so kids can play anytime, anywhere.
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Flora Felt Pillow, $19.99 – $39.50
A 9-year-old’s room is her domain, and these adorable floral accent pillows will add a touch of class and a splash of color to whatever design scheme your child has going. Super soft and cozy, this pillow comes in a variety of pretty colors, and will turn the place she crashes into a bed of roses.
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