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Holiday Gifts for the Young or Young at Heart
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items Some inspiring and unique gifts for the young ones in your life!
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Building Blocks
Imaginative play
Sanrio
What's on my Anime, sticker, animal, and gaming-loving teens' wishlists
Comfort Items
Get active
Building Blocks
Blocks will keep kids busy for hours; here are some of our favorites.
You'll want to ‘help’ the young one in your life build with these magnetic tiles because they are THAT much fun. My kids loved these when they were younger and they're still a go-to for gift ideas that are sure to be a hit.
PicassoTiles 61 Piece STEM Toy Magnetic Tiles, Storage Bag, Building Block for Kids Age 3 & Up
I can't recommend these highly enough. Kids will be reaching for these to build all kinds of creations and are a sure shot draw away from screens.
MAGNA-TILES Combo microMAGS 62pc: Educational Magnetic Building Set for Creative Thinking & Fine Motor Skills
These blocks will last generations. Kids will want to build their creations time after time. I love the quality and the vibrant colors.
HABA Chromatix Wooden Blocks – 3D Arranging & Stacking Toy for Toddlers with 19 Colorful Wooden Blocks – Preschool Educational Toy for Ages 3+
HABA blocks are high quality toys that will last for generations. This set can bring hours of enjoyment.
HABA On the Farm Stacking & Nesting Cubes 10-Piece Montessori Toys for Toddlers, Award-Winning Educational Stacking Toy & Farm-Themed Blocks
Imaginative play
Pique the imagination with these gift ideas sure to bring a smile to someone special in your life.
Adorable mini pink tree with ornaments to decorate the young one in your life's bedroom or play room.
Our Generation Snowflakes & Sparkles Pink Holiday Tree Accessory Set for 18" Dolls
HABA makes high-quality toys and games, and this advent calendar for the preschool set is no exception. Sure to delight!
HABA My Very First Advent Calendar Farmyard Themed Wooden Animals, Reusable Advent Calendar & 2025 Advent Calendar Toddler Activities
The soccer player in your life will have hours of fun with this Playmobil set. We have lots of Playmobil sets and the kids have spent so much time playing with them.
Playmobil Playmobil 71120 Soccer Stadium Building Set
This Playmobil set will thrill the aspiring astronaut in our lives. High quality play sets from Playmobil last longer and get more play time than many other brands.
Playmobil Playmobil #70307 Mars Mission Space 60 Piece Building Set
Sanrio
Sanrio’s characters are everywhere right now. Hello Kitty and her friends delight.
Hello Kitty and friends are showing up everywhere. This sweatshirt reps the brand beautifully!
Hello Kitty Crewneck Sweatshirt
Adorable charm bracelet featuring Hello Kitty herself!
Sanrio 7'' Fashion Charm Bead Bracelet with Pink and Gold Tone Enamel Beads
Take cat ear headbands a step further with this Hello Kitty style!
Ears & Bow Cosplay Glitzy Metal Headband
Help the young Hello Kitty lover in your life get organized with this desk pad!
Hello Kitty Deskpad | Erin Condren
Macy's exclusive gold bracelet with Hello Kitty charm. Precious!
Hello Kitty Diamond Accent & Enamel Link Bracelet in 10k Gold
What's on my Anime, sticker, animal, and gaming-loving teens' wishlists
Teens can be difficult to buy for; here are some things that my teens are wishing for this year. They especially love Anime and Sanrio.
This is one of my kid's keychain wishes, to add to a corkboard in the dorm room!
Higurashi: When They Cry Glitter Acrylic Keychain - Chibi Horror Anime (Pre-Order)
Sanrio characters Kuromi and My Melody are favorites of my kids! This is a super cute Kuromi plush.
Kuromi Plush Mascot Keychain (Chocolate Mint Series)
Super cute stickers of jellyfish!
Moon Jellyfish Sticker Set | Celestial Jelly Fish Stickers | Glitter Holographic Jellies
Super cute desk mat for my jellyfish-obsessed kid!
Jellyfish Desk Mat
Anime poster of a character my kid loves.
Daiba Nana 4x6" Postcard Revue Starlight mini print
Comfort Items
Little ones get attached to their loveys and stuffies. Here are some of the best of the best to provide comfort to all the little ones in your life.
Little Giraffe makes some of the softest, silkiest, most beautiful blankets for infants and young children. Sure to become their favorite!
Little Giraffe Luxe Blanket
Squishmallows are sure to please, and this holiday set is especially cute!
Squishmallows 5-Inch Holiday Mystery Box 5 Pk- Official Jazwares Christmas Plush- Collectible Soft Mini Stuffed Animal Toy-Gift for Kids, Girls & Boys
Little Giraffe's chenille blankets are high quality and luxurious. Maybe this one will be a favorite well into a child's teen years (and beyond?)
Little Giraffe Chenille Satin Blanket
So soft and stylish! This sheet set will be a winner in your loved one’s life to enjoy all year long.
The Organic Cotton Sateen Printed Sheet Set by Maeve
Every kid needs a lovey. This one checks all the boxes.
Bashful Luxe Willow Bunny Rosa Blankie
Gorgeous blanket that will be an instant favorite.
Baker by Ted Baker All-Over Blanket from Next USA
Get active
Encourage your favorite young ones to get outside with these gift ideas.
Picnics and park play dates are more comfortable with a blanket like this one. Pair this gift with a cooler and a promise to go on an adventure together!
Unisex Outdoor Blanket 5 x 7
These look pretty fun. I’ve got them on my list for a couple teen boys in my life.
NERF Ultra Curve Baseballs
Winter can get long if you’re cooped up indoors. This tramp could be a great option to shake the sillies out all winter long
Stamina Oval Fitness Rebounder Trampoline for Home Gym Cardio Exercise Workouts Supports Up to 250 Pounds & Takes Up a 45" by 33", Black/Blue
Puzzles and Games
Family time is more fun with puzzles and games that are enjoyed by young and old(er).
Melissa and Doug offers creative toys that quickly become favorites. I love this solar system puzzle that will be fun for the whole family.
Melissa & Doug Solar System Floor Puzzle
We love this game in our home; we reach for it regularly when we want to stretch our brains and fuel a little healthy competition in our household. Very portable and fast-paced.
Bananagrams Game by Rena Nathanson and Abe Nathanson
Here’s a game to pack for a fun way to pass the time while traveling.
Chinese Checkers Travel Game
Teen and Tween Style
The older kids in your life want more than gift cards. Here are some creative ideas to get yourself on the right track to giving something that will delight the teen or tween kid in your life.
It's not the Anthro rock, but it dazzles anyway. Get it for the teen/tween girl in your life.
b, halfmoon Raw Crystal
This might be a slam dunk gift for the teen in your life who is hard to please.
Sky Viper Nova Light Show Drone: Beginner Remote Control, 100m Range, 17mph Speed, Bluetooth, Outdoor Use
These are so fun for kids! You’ll get some big smiles gifting this one to your favorite teen or tween.
Fujifilm instax mini 12 Camera - Stormy Weather
I bet the tween or teen girly girl in your life would light up opening this cute set.
Lavender Stardust Kiss Me Lip Gloss Set
These are adorable! With a zippered pouch, they are not just a decoration (which would be fine in itself) but also a place to put your ear buds or pack of mints. Great gift idea.
The Stow Away Charm in Cloudy Blue
Grown and flown
Young adults still want something special to open that will thrill. Surprise them with something unique and fun.
Does anyone really need a candle snuffer? Maybe not. But do we feel more elegant using it rather than our own breath? Yes. Why not pair this snuffer with a gorgeous holiday candle and brighten your loved one's holiday?
Illume Essentials Beautifully Done Candle Snuffer, Gold & Reviews | Joss & Main
Perfect for the traveler in your life; I love Kate Spade's whimsical patterns.
Sunshine Floral Neck Pillow & Eye Mask Set | Kate Spade New York
This is beautiful; I know several people who would love this little keepsake box. Including me!
Make It Pop Floral Jewelry Box | Kate Spade New York
LEGO
LEGO is timeless and a great distraction from the screens. Fun for the whole family.
LEGO is a sure shot for gifting; this holiday set will be a crowd pleaser at your gathering this year.
LEGO Christmas Tree Building Set 40573
LEGO is a slam dunk gift, and they rule the advent calendar market. Here's one of the best they've got this year.
LEGO Friends Advent Calendar Kids Toy 2025