Top Summer Picks for Children Aged 10+
The summer holidays give older children and pre-teens the chance to step away from school routines and spend time exploring their own interests. At this age, children often enjoy play that involves solving challenges, spending time with friends or discovering something new. From outdoor adventures and scientific experiments to games that build strategy and social skills, these picks are designed to keep older children engaged and entertained all summer long.
National Geographic Junior Metal Detector
Turn everyday outdoor spaces into exciting places of discovery with the National Geographic Junior Metal Detector. Whether exploring the garden, park or beach, children can search for hidden ‘treasure’ while developing patience, focus and curiosity about the world around them. Perfect for young explorers ready for adventure.
Herd Mentality
Just the thing for family gatherings and time with friends, Herd Mentality is a fun social game that encourages players to think creatively and consider different perspectives. Players try to match their answers with the majority, making it a great choice for developing communication skills, quick thinking and plenty of laughs.
Science Mad Digital Walkie Talkies
Perfect for outdoor adventures, the Science Mad Walkie Talkies encourage children to communicate, collaborate and create their own missions. Whether exploring the garden, playing games with friends or heading out on family adventures, they support imaginative play, teamwork and independence.
Gravity Maze
Combining logic, engineering and problem-solving, Gravity Maze challenges children to think ahead and plan their moves carefully. As they build different pathways and solve increasingly complex puzzles, they will develop spatial awareness, persistence and critical thinking skills. A great option for quiet moments when children want a challenge they can return to again and again.
Tri-Hand® Card Game
A quick and engaging game that brings a new twist to traditional card play. Tri-Hand encourages strategic thinking, concentration and social interaction, making it ideal for playing with family and friends. Compact and easy to take anywhere, it’s a great addition to summer holidays, travel days or relaxed evenings together.
Science Mad Crime Lab
For children who love solving mysteries and experimenting, the Science Mad Crime Lab offers a fun introduction to forensic science. Through hands-on activities, children can explore concepts such as fingerprinting, investigation and evidence gathering while developing problem-solving skills and scientific thinking. A great way to encourage curiosity and discovery.