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15 gifts for 6 to 9 years old

Nintendo 3DS

Obviously, this is a bigger gift but it is truly fantastic! Children can play lots of games, the system that allows you to keep puzzle pieces from other 3DS users who walk near you is very interesting and the fact that Nintendo will soon release new games to the 3DS makes this beautiful, child-friendly console a wonderful gift that will make your child very happy!

Nintendo 3DS, Best Buy, $169.99

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