The Best Gifts for Kids and Toddlers
We love finding gifts that spark creativity, get kids moving, or just make them giggle, ideally without a thousand tiny pieces to step on. Here are our favorite gifts for toddlers and kids of all ages, from imaginative toys and games to craft kits and outdoor fun. Shopping for a specific age? Our birthday gift guide breaks it down year by year.
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Frequently asked
What do you get a kid who has everything?
Skip more stuff and go for something they can do: a craft or science kit, a cool experience, a class, or a membership to a museum or zoo. Gifts that feed a current interest (art, animals, sports, cooking) also beat another toy. Find age-by-age picks in our birthday gift guide.
What are good gifts for kids who love to draw, cook or read?
Lean into the passion with a slight upgrade: better art supplies or a sketchbook set for artists, kid-safe kitchen tools or a cookbook for little chefs, and a series starter or book subscription for readers. Browse our DIY and handmade and kids picks.
How many gifts should kids get for Christmas?
There's no right number. Plenty of families use a simple framework like "something they want, something they need, something to wear, something to read" to keep things meaningful and manageable. Fewer, better gifts usually win.
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My Big Book of Nature Sounds
An interactive sound book with buttons for 100 nature sounds and words, ideal for helping kids recognize and appreciate natural environments.
From: Spark a love for our planet with these 13 enchanting Earth Day books for kids
USPS Operation Santa — Adopt a Letter Program
Sponsor a child’s holiday wish by adopting a letter through the USPS Operation Santa program to help provide gifts to children in need.
From: Adopt a letter to Santa and make a child's holiday wish come true
At‑Home Ear Piercing Service + Monthly Kids' Earring Club (nurse visit)
A giftable service that sends a trained nurse to your home to pierce a child's ears safely, plus a subscription delivering new kid‑friendly earrings each month.
From: This monthly earring club for kids will also come to your house and pierce their ears. Whoa.
Party Balloons (assorted colors)
A colorful balloon is a simple, cheerful prop that brightens first‑day photos and is easy for little ones to hold.
From: 11 incredibly creative ideas for first day of school photos | Back to School Guide 2018
Class of 2027 Kids' T‑shirt (graduation year tee)
A personalised oversized class-year tee makes a sentimental, wearable first-day-of-school photo prop kids can wear each year.
From: 11 incredibly creative ideas for first day of school photos | Back to School Guide 2018
Sidewalk Chalk Set
Colorful sidewalk chalk is an easy, low-cost way to create a ground chalkboard for first-day photos and playground art.
From: 11 incredibly creative ideas for first day of school photos | Back to School Guide 2018
Minecraft (PC / Console / Mobile)
A creative sandbox game where players build and explore block-based worlds—great for encouraging imagination and collaborative play.
From: A guide to the top video games kids are playing and watching, that parents should know about
Roblox (PC / Console / Mobile)
A user-generated gaming platform offering millions of kid-friendly games and social experiences—good for creativity and social play under parental guidance.
From: A guide to the top video games kids are playing and watching, that parents should know about
Rocket League (PC / PlayStation / Xbox / Switch)
A high-energy sports-action game combining cars and soccer that appeals to a wide age range—fun for competitive and co-op play.
From: A guide to the top video games kids are playing and watching, that parents should know about
Osmo iPad-Powered Learning Game System
An interactive kit that pairs with an iPad to offer hands-on games for drawing, tangrams, and early math/reading—good for ages about 3–13 to encourage creative and educational play.
From: Unique gifts for creative kids that I haven't seen before? Reader Q&A
Way Basics Colorful Stackable Storage Cubes
Lightweight, colorful storage cube made from eco-friendly, odorless corrugated paperboard—good for organizing toys in a kid-friendly way.
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Hoka Kids Clifton 9 Running Shoes (Yellow + Orange)
Lightweight, cushioned running shoes in neon colors—comfortable and supportive for kids on the go.
From: Fresh Olympic-inspired neon sneakers (with lots on sale) | Back to School Shopping
Nike Women’s Pegasus 41 (Hot Punch)
Chunky, fashion‑forward kids’ sneaker in bright orange—stylish statement shoe for older kids and teens.
From: Fresh Olympic-inspired neon sneakers (with lots on sale) | Back to School Shopping
Among Us Game (Digital Multiplayer Game)
A popular social deduction game that can be gifted digitally to encourage collaborative play and family game nights.
From: How to encourage your kids' interests and passions: 5 expert tips
Glass Mason Jars (for Under-Desk Storage)
Small glass jars that can be mounted under a desk by the lid—handy for tucking away spare pushpins, erasers, and small supplies.
From: 11 favorite school supply organization hacks and tips | Back to School Guide 2019
Clothesline Display Kit for Kids' Artwork
A rotating clothesline-style display with clips for showcasing and swapping kids' artwork easily.
From: 11 favorite school supply organization hacks and tips | Back to School Guide 2019
Colored Duct Tape Rolls
Bright, durable colored duct tape useful for color-coding notebooks and school items to help kids quickly identify their subjects.
From: 11 favorite school supply organization hacks and tips | Back to School Guide 2019
Over-the-Door Shoe Organizer
A space-saving organizer that hangs over a door with clear pockets—great for storing pens, highlighters, and other school supplies for easy access.
From: 11 favorite school supply organization hacks and tips | Back to School Guide 2019
good2grow Juice (Kids' No-Added-Sugar Drinks)
Kids' juice drinks marketed with no added sugars, artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives — handy beverage option for trips.
From: 5 of the very best road trip tips from a mom of 4, to keep kids happy and parents sane. Mostly.
Olika Birdie Hand Sanitizer (Gift Set)
A cute, travel-size hand sanitizer from Olika (often sold in themed sets) — a thoughtful, practical addition to a tote or care package.
From: What's in your bag? 16 items I never leave home without.
Bluey Pattern Pajamas (Hanna Andersson)
Bluey-themed pajama pattern available from Hanna Andersson — a beloved character sleepwear option for young fans.
From: We put together 20 of the best gifts for 4-year-olds this year. Here are some favorites that they'll LOVE.
Kids' Print Linen‑Blend Dress (Gap Factory)
Lightweight linen‑blend dress with a playful print—great spring outfit for kids and a thoughtful gift for parents of young children.
From: Big spring savings at Gap Factory
Boost Mobile prepaid phone plans
Low-cost prepaid mobile plans ideal for students getting their first phone or for parents handing down a device, starting at very affordable monthly rates.
From: The best tech to get your family organized this school year
Native Artists x Tea Collection Tie-Waist Dress
Clothing featuring collaborative prints—unique tie-waist dresses, tees and hoodies that make stylish gifts for kids.
From: Today's fantastic Memorial Day sales mean tons of cool summer clothes and accessories for a steal