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Extravagant Gifts for kids and teens (if you want to be the favorite)
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items If you want to be the favorite around the family, at least in the eyes of the children, below are the list of extravagant gifts that will ensure that you and your wallet will hold a dear spot for the child in your life. While mostly electronic gifts ...
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Toddlers and Pre-K
Elementary School
Middle School
High school
Toddlers and Pre-K
Price: ~$1,082
Why they’ll love it: More art than toy — this handcrafted wooden rocker feels like a piece of nursery heirloom art while doubling as an imaginative ride-on.
What makes it better: Personalized, eco-friendly, and fabulously distinctive (...
Personalized Wooden Rocking Giraffe, Custom Engraved Ride On Toy
Price: ~$899
Why they’ll love it: Mini luxury SUV energy they can actually drive — complete with rich finishes and brand-inspired design.
What makes it better: It’s not just a toy — it’s a status play piece that looks worthy of a kids’ vehicle collec...
Bentley Bentayga Electric Ride-On Car for Kids
Why they’ll love it: It’s the toy that turns a sidewalk into a catwalk — flashy, fast, and absolutely photo-op ready.
What makes it better: Realistic features + parental remote makes it both safe and unbelievably luxe.
Lamborghini Aventador SVJ 24V Kids Ride-On Car with R/C Parental Remote | White
Why they’ll love it: Endless climbing, sliding, fort-building, and gross-motor adventures.
What makes it better: Handmade, heirloom-grade, sustainable wood — far more beautiful and durable than cheaper Montessori copies.
Climbing Pikler – Large | WIWIurka Pediatric Climbers and Open-Ended Play Equipment
Why they’ll love it: It transforms into a fort, slide, crash-pad, hideout, reading nook… toddlers treat it like their own convertible lounge suite.
What makes it better: The velvet editions feel luxe and photograph beautifully; washable covers make i...
Family-Friendly Furniture For Growing Imaginations™ | Nugget®
Elementary School
Why it works: A massive, immersive build that taps into STEM skills, patience, and HP fandom — perfect for focused kids.
Why it’s better: LEGO®’s ultimate collector-level castle with intricate details and display-worthy architecture.
Hogwarts™ Castle 71043 | Harry Potter™ | Buy online at the Official LEGO® Shop US
The catch-all gift! Whether they are into bouldering, creating digital art, or a musician - they can always use an Amazon gift card to get the things they crave and require.
Amazon.com Gift Cards
For the artist - this set will ensure that they are making the best quality art out there! these look gorgeous, and are so satisfying to use. Don't forget the paper!
Ohuhu Honolulu 320 Colors Dual Tips Alcohol Art Markers
Why it works: Flexible console for handheld or TV play; Mario Kart is a timeless, multiplayer favorite across all ages.
Why it’s better: OLED display elevates colors and clarity — a major upgrade from the standard Switch.
Nintendo Switch OLED Mario Kart 8 Bundle
Why they'll love it: This is the “I’m entering my artisan era” gift — they can make bowls, mugs, plates, and TikTok-worthy creations.
What makes it better: Not a plastic toy — a professional-grade wheel scaled for home use. It grows with them for yea...
Speedball Artista Pottery Wheel - Blick Art Materials
A premium slackline setup with its own frame — so you don’t need trees to play. Adjustable heights make it great for both younger and older kids, and it feels competition-ready for balance training.
Why this works: Professional-grade feel without the...
Slackline without Trees - Independence Kit Classic
Middle School
Need I say more? Its the holy grail of tech gifts, absolutely going to sell out - as it does every year.
PlayStation 5 Pro Console
Insanely sleek, intelligent and modern the iPhone 16 is going to be the belle of the ball this holiday season. It also includes a propritary AI, which is said to be like a personal assistant/paraprofessional educator. which sounds really fancy anyway...
iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus
I couldn't possibly include an iPhone on this list without also including a Samsung. The Galaxy S24 Ultra with 512 GB is the best of the Samsung phones. They are easy-to-use, sturdy and have a much better repair record than other samsungs out there.
Buy Unlocked Galaxy S24 Ultra 512GB Smartphone | Samsung US
This is the ultra fancy watch that everyone will covet after winter break. While it doesn't come in every color, it does come with GPS which the parents may find handy (or if it gets lost).
Apple Watch SE GPS (2024) 40mm Starlight Aluminum Case with Starlight Sport Band - M/L
Confession time, I have never actually used virtual reality technology. I saw the grandma use it in the carousel of progress and we all know what happened there. But my kids say this is the one that would make you their favorite, so that's saying som...
Meta Quest 2 VR Headset - 128 GB
Why it works: Perfect for kids entering engineering, cosplay, design, robotics, and creative tinkering — turns imagination into physical objects.
Why it’s better: Faster, quieter, and more reliable than other printers in this price range, with auto-c...
Bambu Lab A1 3D Printer
Why it works: Hands-on kitchen time builds confidence, independence, and actual life skills. Great for young foodies or budding chefs.
Why it’s better: Premium instructors and top-tier cookware create a high-end experience that goes beyond YouTube tu...
Sur La table | Cookware, Dinnerware, Cutlery & Bakeware
High school
I compared specs and prices and this was my favorite bang-for-the-buck general mac book. This would be great for any college student, high school student or general gamer. Maybe to hook up to their 3D printer?
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch Laptop M3 chip Built for ...
For the Sneakerhead in your life, getting them a gift card so they can quickly grab the latest drop, or the vintage item that has popped up, will definitely make you their favorite.
Buy Sneaker and Apparel Gift Cards | GOAT
I am personally biased towards a Microsoft Surface. I got the first version for a valentine's day gift from my husband forever ago, and they have only gotten cooler since. It is lightweight, performs well, has a great display and is really fast. You'll probably end up getting one for yourself too!
Microsoft Surface Laptop Go - 12.4" - i5
This is the best watch that you have never heard of. It is commonly sold out because the price point is amazing, but its also passes muster for the tech nerds. It beats out all other brands in terms of versatility, value and extensive battery life.
Health & Fitness Smartwatch
Price: $1,580.97
Why it’s bougie: Canvas bell tent with built-in sleeping platform — no air mattresses sliding all night.
Why it’s better: Combines shelter with dramatic comfort upgrades (think hotel-in-the-woods).
KingCamp Bell Tent & Double Air Bed Frame Bundle for Couples
Why they’ll love it: This isn’t a toy telescope — it’s the kind serious astronomers use. The computerized mount automatically locates celestial objects, making deep-sky observing intuitive and exciting.
What makes it better: A blend of power and ease...
NexStar 6SE Computerized Telescope