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TYPIST ARTIST PIRATE KING puts forgotten artist Audrey Amiss on the map. Inspired by her extensive archive of diaries, letters and art, the film weaves real events into an imagined journey as Audrey goes on a road trip with her psychiatric nurse.
Music
New Band Showcase
Sat 18th Nov | 7.30pm | FREE | Family Friendly
Join us for the next round of new bands! This event has been curated by Ben from Black Rider Session Players.
Performance
Come As You Are Festival
Sun 12 Nov | 11am – Late
Now in its third iteration at Exeter Phoenix, Come As You Are is a vibrant one-day festival which explores issues around gender identity and celebrates the local trans, non-binary and genderqueer community
Film Screening | Powell and Pressburger
The 24 Best Gifts for 9-Year-Olds
We’ve most recently added a set of fidget rings, the Dash Mini Waffle Maker, the Brother CS7000X sewing machine, and the Presto Poplite popcorn maker.
November 2023
By age 9, a lot of kids are ready to take on more-grown-up roles and responsibilities. Prior to this age, many kids pretend to cook meals in a toy kitchen, but at 9 they may have the coordination and cognitive ability to follow a recipe and prepare a real home-cooked meal.
When it comes to presents, you might consider giving kids this age grown-up toys and tools. These types of gifts can foster a desire to create and innovate, said Hilary Conklin, a professor at DePaul University’s College of Education. Plus, real tools will last longer than their toy counterparts, and they can accompany kids into high school and perhaps beyond. Take it a step further by signing kids up for classes, purchasing companion books, or—best of all—personally helping them learn the basic skills needed to become more proficient and independent in their hobbies. “They feel so empowered to be able to do something that’s more adult,” Conklin said. Most 9-year-olds are also deepening their friendships and spending more time socializing with other kids, so sports equipment and games that encourage group fun can be good choices as well.
We asked Conklin and other experts, as well as members of our staff, for gift recommendations. Don’t see what you’re looking for? We also have guides to the best gifts for 10-year-olds, tweens, and teens, as well as wonderful stocking stuffers for kids. If you’re looking for ideas for younger kids, check out our guides to the best gifts for 1-year-olds, 2-year-olds, 3-year-olds, 4-year-olds, 5-year-olds, 6-year-olds, 7-year-olds, and 8-year-olds. (Worth noting: Since kids vary widely in their personalities, interests, and development, we advise that you take these age recommendations with a grain of salt.) And please share your own best ideas in the comments below.
