Holiday Gift Guide: Kids 2021

The most wonderful time of the year is (almost!) here! Normally gift guides come out in December but I am cranking them out now! So, look forward to a ton of fun gift guides and “What to Wears” are coming too!

Let’s start with the favorite (and the category most likely to sell out and have shipping delays!), KIDS! Babes to teens, you’re covered!

1. Klickity – Love this sensory toy. Lots of pieces with different textures to push and pull!
2. Activity Chair – Keep them busy and stationary!
3. Sheep Go To Sleep by Nancy E Shaw – We were big fans of the Sheep books in our house!
4. Duplo – Every kid needs Duplo. Love the letters!
5. Dimpl Pops – Just like bubble wrap and colored! Adults may steal this one- ha!
6. Foam Ball Pit – This is kind of cool because once they are too big for it the tub can double as toy storage!
7. Stacking Stone – These are so pretty you won’t mind them set up on your coffee table!
8. Shrimp – This “stuffed” shrimp is awesome!
9. Canoe – I can only imagine the pretend adventures with this, plus a cozy spot to watch a movie on a rainy day!
10. Play Kitchen – Well hello to the kitchen you wouldn’t mind in your living space and not your playroom! Wow!
11. Domed Rocker – Burn that energy out!
12. Bouncers – Set them loose with these, make a race course!
13. Mohawk Helmet – For the coolest biker on the road!
14. Candy Land – Because if you don’t have it you should.
15. Polly Pocket – My 7 year old self desperately wants this.
16. LOL Dollhouse – This is apparently the hot ticket gift this year!
17. Holiday Barbie – I think this one is on my niece’s wish list. Love the different hair/skin tones to chose from.
18. OSMO Coding Set – I am a super fan of OSMO, yes it is a screen, but kids are learning and they love it.
19. Pop Up Puzzle – Did anyone else have this as a kid? My grandmother had it at her house and it was my favorite!
20. Crystal Hedgehog – I won a science fair blue ribbon for growing crystals so this appeals!
21. Funko Pop Marvel Game – This strategy game is combining two of my household’s favorites. Win.
22. Aaron Slater, Illustrator by Andrea Beaty – I adore this book series and am so excited for the newest one!
23. Hopscotch Rug – So cute for a playroom.
24. Nerf Go Kart – Quite the combo… go kart with Nerf holders!
25. Dollhouse – What a gorgeous and simple wood dollhouse!
26. Gravity Maze – We have this one and it has provided a lot of fun! We see who can solve the races the fastest!
27. Lego DOTS – I think these are the coolest. Another way to color and design, building but different!
28. Spectacular Stories for Curious Kids: A Fascinating Collection of True Stories to Inspire & Amaze Young Readers by Jesse Sullivan – The title alone hooks me!
29. Chess Set – Fun twist on a chess set.
30. Kids Against Maturity – This game is a must. I have never seen my kids laugh so hard! Or my parents for that matter!
31. Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book Set – I like to give books at the holidays… rounds out all the toys!
32. Central Perk Lego – Could there be a better Holiday gift?
33. SHASHIBO Cube – Bet they won’t be able to put this down.
34. Art Cart – This works for all ages. Fill this to the brim with all their favorite art and craft materials! (Like: Colored Pencils, Brush Pens, Glitter and Paper!
35. Bath Bomb Kit – Love a little DIY science kit!
36. Pretty Holiday Dress – Still fun to dress up for the holidays!
37. Candy Puzzle – Think your family could do this one?
38. Inflatable Movie Screen – Movie nights around the fire!
39. Movie Projector – You’ll need a projector for that massive movie screen!
40. Do You Really Know Your Family Game – I am all for a good family game night!
41. Cozy Sherpa Hoodie – Oh your middle schooler will love this! And with the leggings below!
42. Leggings – Super cute print!
43. Beauty Mirror – Old-fashioned lights beauty mirror!
44. Gripper Slipper – You can get these in sizes for the whole family!
45. White XBox Controller – I was told the Robot White controller is the COOLEST.
46. Podcast/DJ Microphone – Do you have a budding Podcaster or DJ on your hands? I do!
47. Hoodie – Best boys hoodie out there.
48. Holiday Pajamas – These are a hit every year for my kids!
49. Hand Lettering Set – A really neat art!
50. Desk/Vanity – Beautiful piece of furniture that would last from middle school to their first post college apartment!
51. SNKRS – Nike’s new limited addition drops… trust me, this is a thing and your teen will be thrilled.
52. Apple Watch – This is a tween (or teen!) dream gift! Also, amazing for parents who aren’t quite ready to give their tweens a phone… this has cellular and GPS!
53. Nighttime Capture The Flag – This is a birthday party in the making!
54. Air Hockey Table – Okay, it is possible I want this mid century styled table for my new house! Big ticket item!
55. Dorm Trunk – Love this at the foot of a bed to keep them organized.
56. Fairy Light Curtains – Dorm room or bedroom at home, these are super fun!
57. Mini Fridge – Coolest mini fridge I have ever seen!
58. Chillbo Lounger – Beach, camping, picnics, outdoor movie night & tailgating! Comfortable wherever they go!
59. Snow Tube – Fun for ALL ages!
60. Hunt A Killer Game – A new whodunit crime solver game for your teenagers!

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