The Best Gifts For Kids, From Little Ones To Teens And Tweens

Stephanie Trovato

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Gifts you’ll enjoy giving as much as they’ll enjoy receiving. (Photo: miodrag ignjatovic via Getty Images)
Gifts you’ll enjoy giving as much as they’ll enjoy receiving. (Photo: miodrag ignjatovic via Getty Images)

Holiday shopping can be one of the most stressful times for a parent. Kids change their wish lists and their minds constantly. Often, the items that stick around on their most-wanted lists are pretty expensive. Still other times you just don’t want those gifts in your home to begin with. (We’re looking at you, junior kids’ drum sets.)

Deciding what to gift a child doesn’t have to be as daunting as it seems. That’s why we’ve pulled together this list of several gift ideas for kids of all ages. We’ve got you covered on gifts that you’ll actually want to gift kids this holiday season. Take a look:

For little kiddos:

Toddlers and kids can seem easy to buy for at first glance, but with the endless options, it’s hard to choose which gifts they’ll like the best. Still, finding educational, safe, quality-made products that won’t break before the new year is possible.

This "Frozen 2" LEGO set

Frozen 2 is here, whether parents are ready for another round of "Let It Go" or not. <strong><a href="https://amzn.to/35bI1wu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">This LEGO "Frozen 2" set</a></strong>&nbsp;includes all of their favorite characters, from Olaf to Anna. <strong><a href="https://amzn.to/35bI1wu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get it on Amazon</a></strong>.

This fun blanket that's ready for Saturday morning cartoons

Snuggle up with your little one in this&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://amzn.to/2O2Ci6w" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">wearable animal blanket</a></strong>. Both of you will be sure to enjoy it. <strong><a href="https://amzn.to/2O2Ci6w" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get it on Amazon</a></strong>.

A kid-friendly smartwatch

Not ready to give you kiddos an expensive digital watch? Gift them this <strong><a href="https://fave.co/37le4fr" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">V-tech digital watch</a></strong> stocked full with plenty of features and an added GPS feature for mom and dad. <strong><a href="https://fave.co/37le4fr" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get it on Target</a></strong>.

A "just their size" version of mom and dad's cleaning tools

Wouldn&rsquo;t you love some help cleaning? Toddlers love to do what their parents do -- including sweeping, mopping and dusting. Make their day with this <strong><a href="https://amzn.to/35e8Sbp" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">cleaning set from Melissa &amp; Doug</a></strong>. <strong><a href="https://amzn.to/35e8Sbp" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get it on Amazon</a></strong>.

A subscription box for curious minds

Subscription boxes aren&rsquo;t just for adults. Give the gift of adventure with these <strong><a href="https://fave.co/36ZSjl8" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">monthly subscription activity boxes </a></strong>made for children 3 to 12 years old. <strong><a href="https://fave.co/36ZSjl8" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more at Little Passports</a></strong>.

A drawing mat with no mess or cleanup

Arts and crafts don&rsquo;t have to be messy. Get your kiddos <strong><a href="https://amzn.to/2QA43Fo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">this water-activated drawing mat</a></strong> to encourage their artistic side without all the mess. <strong><a href="https://amzn.to/2QA43Fo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get it on Amazon</a></strong>.

This dino egg excavation and digging kit

Being a kid is all about adventure.&nbsp; Allow your little one to take excavating to the next level with this <strong><a href="https://amzn.to/2DabTO5" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Dig it Up! Dino Egg Kit</a></strong> that will keep their minds and their time occupied. <strong><a href="https://amzn.to/2DabTO5" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get it on Amazon</a></strong>.

A fun bookmark from their favorite book

These <strong><a href="https://amzn.to/2KBs4HY" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">character bookmarks</a></strong> make reading fun and allow your mind to rest knowing your kiddos are enjoying their reading time. <a href="https://amzn.to/2KBs4HY" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Get it on Amazon</strong></a>.

Their own baby to take care of

Toddlers love to use their imagination to follow in your footsteps. Your little one will love&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://amzn.to/344cw7k" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">this adorable baby doll</a></strong>. Better yet,&nbsp;it is made without the dreaded small accessories that come along with many dolls. <strong><a href="https://amzn.to/344cw7k" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get it on Amazon</a></strong>.

A book that'll always answer their question, "Why?"

The No. 1 question asked by all children is &ldquo;why?&rdquo;&nbsp; So why not give them all the answers with this &ldquo;<strong><a href="https://amzn.to/2XtXDsu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">National Geographic Kids Why Book</a>.</strong>"&nbsp;It answers all their questions so you don&rsquo;t always have to. <strong><a href="https://amzn.to/2XtXDsu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get it on Amazon</a></strong>.

A waterproof wireless speaker

Convince your teens to complete their household chores while jamming out to their favorite tunes with this waterproof Bluetooth <strong><a href="https://amzn.to/2KDmBkd" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">wireless speaker</a></strong> that can clip on to almost anything. <strong><a href="https://amzn.to/2KDmBkd" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get it on Amazon</a></strong>.

Wireless headphones they'll want to show off

Teens and tweens love their screen time, but that doesn&rsquo;t mean parents want to hear their activities. Get the kiddos <strong><a href="https://fave.co/2KDjokq" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">these wireless headphones</a></strong> to save your own ears. <strong><a href="https://fave.co/2KDjokq" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get them at Target</a></strong>.

An alarm clock your older child will enjoy waking up to

Your tween will have no more excuses for sleeping in too late on school days with <strong><a href="https://amzn.to/2pBV8rQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">this alarm clock</a></strong> that displays the time right on the ceiling.&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://amzn.to/2pBV8rQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get it on Amazon</a></strong>.

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