Gifts for Any Occasion…A Gift Guide Made By Kids!

Hey there, parents, aunts, uncles, and anyone else on the lookout for great gifts for any occasion…just for kids! We’ve consulted the real experts – kids aged 4 to 14 – to compile this list of gifts that will score you major points with the little ones in your life, no matter the occasion.

Let’s be real, finding the right gift for a kid can be as tricky. In this list we’ve got no fluff, no gimmicks – just straightforward recommendations that are as kid-friendly as it gets.

From creative toys to fun gadgets, we’ve got something for every age and interest. Whether it’s a birthday, a special achievement, or just a random act of kindness, these gifts for any occasion will make you the hero of the day 🦸

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Gifts For Any Occasion...Kids Edition Here We Go!

Personalized Mug

Kids love seeing their name on stuff, who why not get them their own mug! You can customize any name up to 12 characters and choose from a variety of colors too! The mugs are both microwave and dishwasher save for easy clean up.

SEQUENCE

This family game is a favorite of mine! Simply play a card from your hand, and place a chip on a corresponding space on the game board - when you have five in a row, it’s a SEQUENCE! Each player or team tries to score the required number of five-card SEQUENCES before their opponents. Great for all ages, this is one of my favorite gifts for any occasion!

Paint by Sticker Zoo Animals

This unique book combines the fun of paint by number and stickers! It includes everything you need to create bright, colorful stickers of zoo animals. Instructions are included for ease of use.

Indoor & Outdoor Scavenger Hunt

 Found it! is an exciting game that helps children learn as they play a search and find game! With prompts like “Can you find…? and "Something that grows?" they will be actively moving trying to find items to answer the prompted question! It comes with 100 Game Cards, an instruction manual & an easy-to-carry case for simple storage too!

Blanket Hoodie for Kids

This blanket hoodie is a perfect gift for kids under 4 feet tall. Great for getting cozy on the couch or for staying warm while at the park, this  wearable blanket is great for all occasions! Available in different colors and patterns, some are even glow in the dark for nighttime excitement! 

Cookbook for Young Chefs

This awesome cookbook features over 100 kid friendly recipes. It includes step by step instructions with pictures to help young chefs at all level learn to create yummy meals. What a great way to introduce kids to the kitchen!

Light-Up Terrarium Kit

A terrarium is a miniature garden within a container that simulates a natural environment. This amazing learning kit will help your child discover the beauty of nature by creating their own beautiful terrarium! Watch it grow during the day and it glows at night with the LED light under the lid. 

Remote Control Stunt Car

This awesome remote control car can tumble in place at 360 degrees and will provide hours of remote control fun! The car features an electric motor and 4 rubber tires so it can easily navigate obstacles that stand in its way.

TOSY Flying Disc

This amazing disk features 36 bright LED lights with adjustable brightness levels and a timer mode. The flying disk is rechargeable for an unlimited number of games!

Dart Board for Kids

This fun 29" dart board comes with 12 sticky balls for a safe and fun game of ball darts! Kids can improve their hand-eye coordination as well as color recognition by tossing the balls at the board, aiming for a specific area of the board. This is great to play both indoors and outdoors so fun can be had year round regardless of weather.

Mini Explorer Voice Changer

Transform your voice with the 4 thrilling voice-changing modes available with this toy. Choose from alien, ghost, monster and robot. There is also a standard microphone mode for regular voice amplification. Kids love making silly sounds, making this a perfect gift for any occasion! 

Straw Constructor Toys

This imaginative toy is sure to get hours of building and creating fun! With 600 pieces, kids will be able to create an infinite number of shapes and designs in a variety of sizes. It comes with a storage box for easy clean up too!

Kids Karaoke Machine

This kids karaoke machine and Bluetooth speaker is lightweight and fun to use! It not only lights up, but it also features voice changing sounds for super fun times! Listen to music and sing along with this awesome little machine 🎤

Kids Camera

This camera is easy to use, features a 2.62" LCD screen, and is able to capture both photos and videos. Kids will love creating their own memories with this toy, and adults will love viewing the results! It comes with a 32GB SD card and is rechargeable for ongoing use 📷

Apple iPad (10th Generation)

Nothing beats the Apple iPad! Colorfully reimagined and more versatile than ever, the 10th generation iPad is great for the things kids love to do! From playing games to watching videos, this tablet does it all! They can even use it for schoolwork so it really is a versatile gift for any occasion!  

Mini Projector

This mini projector has a compact design with size of 6.69x  4.9 x 2.64 inches, which is almost a palm size! It also weighs only 1.4lb! It fits easily in any bag and won't take up much space on a table.  The built-in Hi-Fi stereo speakers provide crystal clear sound quality while providing a projection size of 35 to 210 inches! They can watch their favorite movies and shows anywhere, just project them onto any surface!

PlayStation 5 Console (PS5)
This spectacular console has an impressive amount of power resulting in a flawless gaming experience. Its stylish design is a fan favorite and there are thousands of games available for all ages! 
Indoor Basketball Hoop

This basketball play set includes a backboard, rim, net, ball, pump, stand, base, and more! It is easy to install and assemble and it’s small size makes it great for both indoor and outdoor use! The height can be adjusted from 2.5 ft to 6.2 ft, great for kids ages 2-7.

Lego Star Wars Lego

The can Star Wars: Ahsoka stories be imagined with this detailed LEGO brick recreation of Ahsoka Tano’s starship. This set includes 4 LEGO Star Wars minifigures including Ahsoka Tano with 2 lightsabers, Sabine Wren with 2 blasters, Professor Huyang with a wrench accessory element and Marrok with a double-bladed lightsaber! With 599 pieces, this makes a great gift for all LEGO building ages!

Hoverboard

How about a hover board? This Hover-1 hoverboard features 6.5in wheels for a smooth ride at a top speed of 7mph and a 3 mile range distance. The LED lights offer a sleek visual appeal and increased safety. The built in rechargeable lithium ion battery fully charges in 6 hours. Easy to learn, this hover board is a great gift idea. You can even purchase a buggy seat attachment for a whole other level of fun! 

Noise Cancelling Earbuds 

These Beats Studio Buds are noise cancelling for superior audio quality and background noise minimization. With up to 8 hours of playback time per charge, these really go the mile. This battery life is extended to 24 hours when the charging case is utilized. The sleek, compact design means you can carry or wear them anywhere. The simple one touch Bluetooth pairing for Apple an Android devices means they are ready to use in seconds. 

Laser Tag

Check out this awesome laser tag set which includes 4 guns and 4 vests for some serious laser tag fun! Use in your home or backyard, this set makes the excitement of laser tag available always! With life like shooting sounds and vests that display scores, this is a fully functional laser tag system that is sure to bring them joy. With a full recharging station included, there is no need to worry about batteries with this set. 

Soccer Net
A portable soccer net is great for any kid who enjoys soccer. Available in sizes as small as 6x4 ft and as large as 16x7 ft, this net comes in a size for all ages, levels, and backyard sizes. Made with QuickPlay’s click and lock pole system for easy set up, the net can be ready to go in as little as 2 minutes! When not in use, the net can be stored in the handy carry bag which has a shoulder strap for easy travel. 
French Fry and Sauce Holder Set
Help kids keep their hands free in the car with this fun french fry holder that also has an attachable tray to hold their sauce! It fits snuggly into any car cup holder and is great for kids.
Nintendo Switch

A gift that was wanted by every single kid we consulted was the Nintendo Switch. This amazing console is super versatile and features 3 gameplay modes: TV mode, tabletop mode, and handheld mode. There is an impressive game lineup with games available for all ages.

Ultimate Volcano Kit

This is a great hands-on experiment kit for any kid! It comes with everything needed for a real eruption along with a learning guide that teaches about volcano science. This is a great educational and fun gift for any occasion 🎁

Gravity Maze Marble Run

This is one of our favorite items on this list of gifts for any occasion...kid edition! This game combines a game of logic with a marble run for an unforgettable challenge! It contains 60 challenges, great for both beginners and experts in the game! 

Crazy Forts

This amazingly creative toy contains 25 geometrically precise balls and 44 sticks that connect to create a multitude of possible play structures. Kids can create a fort in any size or shape that will be sure to fit perfectly in any space!

Scooter

This scooter is easy to ride, lightweight, and lights up with LEDs for both safety and fun! With full contact rear brakes, slowing and stopping are easy. Also, the collapsible design means the scooter can be taken anywhere!

Cute Stickers

This pack of 600 adorable sticker are made of vinyl that is waterproof and 100% safe for kids! They are great to put on laptops, water bottles, journals, notebooks, and more!

Squishmallow

Squishmallows are the most snuggly and soft cuddlies around. This one is an adorable 14-inch mouse, prefect for hugging. Squishmallows are perfect gifts for any occasion because they are good for old, young, girls, and boys! 💖

Thanks for checking out our list of gifts for any occasion...kids edition!

Remember, it’s not about the price tag but the joy these gifts bring🎁 Whether it’s a funky art set, a science experiment kit, or a board game that leads to a giggle fest, the key is to tap into their interests. After all, a gift that speaks to their passions is a gift well-received in the eyes of a kid 💖

So, go ahead and make those occasions extra special.  Happy gifting!

Looking for more ideas?

We have gift ideas for toddlers here.

We also have gifts for tweens here.

Looking for teenagers? Check out our lists for girls and boys!

We also have lists for college students and ideas for celebrating high school graduation.

Gifts for gamers can be found here.

 

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