At Christmas time, our family focuses on the joy and service of Christmas. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t give holiday gifts. These Christmas gifts for kids are perfect for Christmas, birthdays, or any other time you need a special gift for your child.
If you’re looking for age-appropriate gift ideas to add to your wish list this holiday season, look no further. Many of these are on sale for Amazon’s Black Friday, so be sure to check out the deals.
Holiday gift guide for kids of all ages
Finding unique gifts for young children that meet my criteria can be difficult. I don’t want to spend money on something that will break easily. And I prefer natural and environmentally friendly materials as much as possible.
Over the years, I’ve curated a list of great gifts that kids will love. From 2-year-olds to 10-year-olds to teens, you’re sure to find something to love on this list. The best toys aren’t always the trending bestsellers, but the ones that encourage creativity, imagination, and fun.
There are also plenty of gifts that encourage movement (perfect for kids who like to fidget!). According to my 7-year-old son, we now have a “magnificent” backyard. The list below shows some of the items we have (such as slacklines).
We have divided the presents by age, but this is just a general guideline. Maybe your child has never been in the kitchen and wants to learn how to make real food. Or maybe your genius 5-year-old is ready for a science kit. Don’t forget to stuff your socks!
Gifts for tweens, teens and older children
Buddha Board – A relaxing way to paint with water (the water evaporates and you can paint again). Archery Sets – My kids love this GBG archery set and these sets are made by kids for kids. Their website also has some helpful videos. Leather Journal – A beautiful leather journal for sketching, journaling, and adding stickers. Japanese Puzzle Boxes – These beautiful puzzle boxes are a unique way for older children to keep their valuables safe and a fun way to learn. Rubik’s Cube – That’s what the 1980s called, but we told them we were keeping the Rubik’s Cube. Older kids will love solving this retro puzzle. CrateJoy Subscription Boxes – From music to stickers to art to aliens to baking, you can find a ton of different subscription boxes from CrateJoy. Star Wars Lego Sets – These building toys are popular with older kids and teens, and there are dozens to choose from. Build your own programmable robot kit – This construction kit was my oldest son’s favorite. Let’s build and program a robot! Coloring books for adults – Coloring books are no longer just for little kids. These “adult coloring books” are highly detailed, and research shows that coloring can be relaxing. Boogie Board – A reusable board that encourages doodling and drawing. Kindle – All the books you want are at your fingertips. Unlike tablets, Kindles use warmer light, which is easier on the eyes. KiwiCo – These subscription boxes offer a variety of learning (and fun!) activities. For tweens and teens, choose from options such as art, design, and STEM. Runaway Alarm Clock – Is your teen having trouble waking up? This alarm clock runs away and keeps making sounds until it’s caught. Natural Makeup Brushes – If your teen is old enough to wear makeup, these natural makeup brushes are perfect for them. Power Cube Wall Adapter – A surge protector that charges multiple devices at the same time. Collapsible Duffel Bag – Unlike bulky backpacks, this bag is perfect for short trips as it can be folded down to a small size. Minnetonka Slippers (for Teenage Girls) – Super comfortable wide moccasin slippers!Money Maze Puzzle Cash in the Box – Give money so you can get anything you want, but inside this puzzle cube Have fun hiding your money in. No-crease ponytail holders – These are very popular right now. Gentle on your hair and won’t leave wrinkles! Or I heard that scrunchies and banana clips are back in style. Travel Hammocks – Do you have a teenager who loves the outdoors? These travel hammocks are great because they fold up small. It’s also very popular on some college campuses. Become a Beekeeper Course: This is a great introductory beekeeping course. It will help teach you everything from buying bees to harvesting honey. Use code WELLNESS to get 25% off! Backyard Bag (also known as Cornhole) – This is always a fun game for the backyard. Whether you have guests over or just the two of you, this is a family favorite in our home. Slackline – It’s like a balance beam and trampoline rolled into one. Promotes balance, gross motor skills, and coordination. Plus, you’ll have hours of fun! Ninjaline – Similar to monkey bars, but tougher. A lot of people use these for ninja warrior training, but my kids just think they’re fun. Talkbox.Mom – Does your child want to learn another language? This is a fun way to do it at home and perfect for kids of all ages and even little ones. Water Bottles – Upgrade your water bottle game with these colorful water bottles. This is used to keep liquids cold (or hot) for several days.
best gift for young children
Gym 1 Indoor Doorway Gym – Kids’ favorite Christmas present. It’s a gym attached to the door frame and they use it every day. Snap Circuits – A really cool kit for kids to learn about electricity by building different types of basic machines such as fans and radios. Art Kit – A favorite of the girls. This art supplies kit includes markers, crayons, colored pencils, and more for arts and crafts. PERSONALIZED STORYBOOK – This personalized gift includes your child’s first name throughout the bedtime story. Flower Press Book Kit – Kids can create their own stationery, cards, and more with the Flower/Leaf Press Kit. Mini Trampoline for Indoor Play – We’ve had a trampoline in our house for years and it’s perfect for cold or rainy days. Rebounding is fun for adults too! Wooden Twig Colored Pencils – Wooden colored pencils made from twigs. The size is suitable for young children who are just beginning to learn to write and draw. Wooden Dolls and Crafts – My kids loved using these to make their own little wooden dolls and figurines. Plasma Car – My little ones love this ride-on toy and it’s perfect for kids of all sizes. Grow and Build – We have kits for everything from gardening to making your own box of chocolates. Natural Paints – Made from natural earth pigments that can be used for all arts and crafts projects. Microscope Kit – My oldest son loved looking at hair, dirt, and all sorts of other things with this microscope. These STEM toys (science, technology, engineering, math) are educational toys, but they can also be a lot of fun. Bathtub Crayons – Beeswax bathtime crayons for toddlers are handcrafted in New Zealand using New Zealand beeswax and food grade non-toxic pigments. Jumbo crayons are perfect for toddlers, children, and children ages 2 and up. Or beeswax crayons – triangular crayons made from natural beeswax. A healthier alternative to the popular Crayola crayons. Or try making your own. Dollhouse – This Melissa and Doug dollhouse is perfect for children ages 4 to 8. Perfect for smaller dolls. Little Passport – This subscription service is tailored to your child’s age and the collections that interest them most. (Parents, you can filter by budget!) Stainless Steel Play Kitchen Pots and Pans – My girls spent hours playing in the kitchen with these! Items that encourage pretend play are always recommended. Get a food play set as well. Piano Keyboard for Beginners (and Free Hoffman Academy Lessons) – A great way for kids to get started with music. Boogie Board – A reusable writing tablet that encourages creativity. Sun Art – Fun and educational craft ideas that kids will love. Kendama Game – A fun interactive game that encourages movement. CrateJoy Subscription Boxes – From music to stickers to art to aliens to baking, you can find a ton of different subscription boxes from CrateJoy. Weighted Blankets – A soothing gift that helps kids and kids alike enter a restful state and has proven benefits for sleep. Sensory Swing – If you are looking for a sensory swing that will help your child relax and relieve stress, this is the swing for you. The swing is made from high-quality, comfortable materials that your child will want to spend hours with. Kids Cook Real Food eCourse – Give the gift of quality time and kitchen skills. This course was life changing for our family. Trampoline – It’s not just for kids, given the lymphatic effects of jumping. This is a great outdoor toy, but there are also small toys inside the house. Swing – My kids loved this backyard swing. Logic puzzles and games to develop problem-solving skills (Logic Links and Kanoodle are two of our favorites) Word games and board games for your next family game night. (We like Boggle, Apples to Apples, Story Cubes, and Madlibs Jr.) KiwiCo – Offers fun and educational subscription boxes for toddlers, preschoolers, and teens. Choose from a variety of kits, including craft kits, science kits, geography kits, and more. ECO-FRIENDLY BABY GIFT – There’s nothing cuter than a baby wearing organic dino footie pajamas. Check out all my favorite organic brands to find the best baby clothes (kids clothes). I also love this brand of natural baby toys. I want to be like this when I grow up… Book. This book is designed for kids to record their interests, talents, strengths, and achievements by answering 5-6 fun questions and can also be used as a fun career journal. My kids enjoy reading what I wrote in my journal years ago. Building Blocks – This wooden building set includes colorful blocks to build, stack, and spark your imagination. Scooter Board – Toys that help with movement are always a big hit around the house. This wooden scooter board is perfect for toddlers to elementary school students.
Stocking stuffer ideas for kids
What Christmas presents did your family give the children? Is there anything you’d like to add to this list? Let us know by leaving a comment.
