Do you always feel like you are in a rut when you are invited to a child's friends party or any party for a child you don't know super well? Picking a birthday gift can be tricky! Here are 25 things under $25 dollars for that next time you need a gif...
My son got a projector for his birthday and it's used almost daily at bedtime.
HONGID Dinosaur Projection Toys for Boys
Such a fun open ended gift option.
Melissa & Doug Wooden Construction Building Set in a Box (48pc)
We have had these for years. So fun and kids can use them for years.
B. toys Educational Building Set - Bristle Block Stackadoos
Love a set of legos because even if they already have legos it's easy to add on.
LEGO DUPLO Classic Brick Box Building Set 10913
This sea option is so cute!
Creativity for Kids® Ocean & Sand Sensory Bin | Michaels
I always like to gift things in complete sets that can be played with right away.
Crayola Color Wonder Fingerpaint Activity Book
Such a fun classic game!
Hungry Hungry Hippos Game
My son would love to receive these as gifts. It's also a great price. I might grab a couple to have on hand for that next last minute party.
NETNEW Take Apart Dinosaur Toys with Electric Drill for 3 4 5 6 Year Old Boys Kids Construction Building Toys
Most kids love to play pretend and all these pieces can be used together or separate which is great.
ToyVelt Kids Camping Up Tent Set -Includes Tent, Telescope, 2 Walkie Talkies, and Full Camping Gear Set Indoor and Outdoor Toy - Best Present for 3 4 5 6 Year Old Boys and Girls and Up
My son got this exact dump truck as a gift years ago. He still plays with it and has been such a hit.
Tonka Steel Classics Mighty Dump Truck - A favorite for over 70 years!
Hot wheels are always a hit. You can just gift these or pair it with a few cars and it makes are really fun gift. Hot wheels are also great because parents and siblings can be involved in the play.
Hot Wheels City Transforming Race Tower
We've had a similar set for years. Love that it has a case and the pieces can be paired with different colors or types of sand.
Kinetic Sand Construction Site Kit
If you want a more generic kinetic sand option this one is fun. Also includes that great case.
Kinetic Sand Folding Sandbox
My kids love walkie talkies and I never thought of getting them for them. Theirs were a gift for my sons birthday.
Selieve Walkie Talkies for Kids, 22 Channels
Most kids love these. As a parent I like that I can space them out and not give them all the eggs at once.
Dig Up Dinosaur Fossil Eggs - 12 Unique Dinosaurs
These are used pretty much daily in our home. So fun and great for imagination.
Roko Superhero Capes for Kids 3-10 Year Old Boys
Binoculars are so fun! Kids can pretend to be on a safari or detectives with this open ended toy.
GeoSafari Jr. Kidnoculars for Toddlers & Kids
Fun Customizable science themed gift.
Light-Up Terrarium Kit for Kids - STEM Science Kit
I will never stop praising these LCD writing board. They are one of my favorite grab and go items for kids. Road trips, restaurants, stores, doctors offices, etc. We literally take these everywhere.
10.5'' LCD Drawing Tablet Doodle Board (Blue)
Boys love plushies too!
Squishmallow 10" Jerome The Blue Triceratops - Official Kellytoy Plush - Soft and Squishy Dinosaur Stuffed Animal Toy - Great Gift for Kids
As a mom, I love when my kids get practical gifts. A water bottle paired with some water bottle stickers would make a great gift.
Owala Kids Flip Insulated Water Bottle, 14 Oz
Little wilderness explores will love some supplies for bug catching.
Bug Catcher Kit, Outdoor Toy Gift for Kids
Another fun small low maintenance gift that kids and parents are sure to appreciate.
Skillmatics Dot It - Animals, No Mess Sticker Art
Another fun stem option!
44PCS Sensory Toddler Wooden Stacking Rocks Toys
Classic wood blocks are a great gift! I love that even if they have blocks already it can just grow their set.
Melissa & Doug Wooden Building Blocks Set - 100 Blocks in 4 Colors and 9 Shapes - FSC Certified