37 Best Gifts for Tweens

Kristy Pepping said:  This is more of a big-ticket gift, but it's one your kids will use for sure or even for mom and dad. My mother-in-law got this for my tween last year and she uses it often. You simply use your cell phone with this mini printer and you can print off photos very easily.

Gina I. said:  This instant camera is instant fun! Its mini instant photos create lasting memories you can take anywhere. Comes in a variety of fun colors. Make sure to gift some film, too!

Kristy Pepping said:  My daughter received a Spooner as a birthday present and she loves it! These boards are slightly curved on either end so that kids can balance, spin in a circle or rock back and forth on them. I will also add, they offer great at-home exercise for kids, provide hours of non-screen time fun and require no batteries so a win-win-win in my books! Spooners come in a variety of fun colors too.

Kristy Pepping said:  If your child has their own phone, these little grips fit on the back of a cell phone and are fun stocking stuffers for teens and tweens. Ideal for those selfies! It also acts as a stand when watching a video. Plus, kids can wind their headphones around these tabs as well. They come in various colors.

Gina I. said:  Consider creative gifts for tweens that will inspire them to explore new interests or try out fun hobbies! An aspiring musician would love an acoustic guitar! This small-bodied acoustic guitar is the perfect size for a tween. Add a guitar book to make it a complete gift.

Gina I. said:  With a brush of your hand, this sequin pillow changes colors! You can also 'draw' on the pillow with your finger to create eye-catching designs. Fun and fashionable, it's the perfect compliment to a pre-teen bedroom.

Kelly R. said:  A vintage-inspired letter board is a fun gift for tweens that will help them personalize their room. A fun way to display motivational quotes and other creative and customized text, and switch it up on a whim.

Sue Krawitz Tandoc said:  I bought these LED strip lights for my tween boys for Christmas and they love them! They were easy to affix to the top of their ceiling around their entire room, then the cord comes down (secure the top part to the wall) to plug in. The remote control features colored buttons to change the light color, as well as increase or decrease the brightness. The lights can also change to music or the sound of your voice. This set features connectors and other parts that I didn't need to use, since I just went around the top of the wall. Make sure to press firmly to affix them, connect where needed, and if you have extra, cut along the designated cutting line. Enjoy!

Kristy Pepping said:  If your child already owns AirPods or if you have a pair and let him or her borrow yours, this is a fun carrying case. This is what my tween would like for Christmas and it comes with a carabiner for attaching it to an inside of a backpack or purse.

Being a tween isn't easy; you're not yet a teenager but are dealing with some pretty heavy topics such as peer pressure, puberty, and junior high cliques. Learning stress management techniques, as simple as coloring in coloring books, will be key to surviving the teenage years ahead. There are many coloring books geared toward adults that would make great gifts for tweens! Don't forget to pair with a nice set of markers or colored pencils.

Nancy L. said:  LEGO's Architecture line is designed for older builders. This skyline set is ideal for kids who are interested in architecture, reading about history, or someone who is simply dreaming of a trip to Paris.

Gina I. said:  With Snap Circuits Arcade, kids get hands-on experience building working circuits and electronic devices. The set features 30 snap modules that can be used to create more than 200 projects. Its clear, easy-to-follow instructions and stimulating arcade style games offer hours of entertainment.

Kristy Pepping said:  Another hit with this age seems to be these squishy toys. They come in several shapes, sizes and designs. Kids like to collect different ones and use them as stress relievers as well.

Alexandra F. said:  These super soft, cuddly plush toys have been really popular for a while now, and come in a variety of sizes and designs to please anyone on your list who can appreciate a good cuddle, making it a great Christmas gift for kids from toddler to teen!

Yoli B said:  Fun room accessories make great gifts for tweens who might be ready to move on from their little kid room decor. This colorful gummy bear LED nightlight will be a hit! The best part is that you have to squeeze the gummy belly to turn it on.

Erynn said:  If the tween in your life is the artistic type, gift him or her this blank comic book to create an adventure with no limits! Even kids who don't enjoy writing will love drawing their own story in comic book form, and this book gives them plenty of space to explore.

Alexandra F. said:  This popular water bottle is one of the best water bottles for kids (and adults). We’ve been using Hydro Flasks in our family for years, and I love how they keep our water cool and fresh tasting for hours and hours...even days, when we’ve forgotten them in the car. Give your tween the gift of hydration...it’s truly the gift that keeps on giving!

Lisa R said:  Making friendship bracelets, and particularly paracord bracelets seems to be the preteen fashion trend that never dies, perhaps because they're just so satisfying to make. This kit comes with everything needed to make 6 bracelets.

Nancy L. said:  Nothing will make your tween feel more like an adult than a gift card to Starbucks. If you're not comfortable with your kids drinking coffee Starbucks has a variety of kids’ drinks and snacks.

Gina I. said:  Create vibrant, colorful hair with the Alex Spa Hair Chalk Salon! It applies easily to dry hair of any color, and washes out with just one shampoo.

Kelly R. said:  My tween is loving this book of logic puzzles, with challenges that are tricky but not frustrating. It's a great activity book that exercises the brain without feeling like work.

Shila said:  The concept of painting by number has long been popular in coloring books and activity pages, but now the project is popping up on larger canvas too. This awesome indoor art project makes super trendy and impressive wall décor, as well.

Kelly R. said:  My son pretty much lives in this style of sandal, and I think they'd make great gifts for tweens - especially boys. They're more comfortable and cushioned than many other types of sandals, and no piece between the toes means he can slip them on when he's wearing socks.

A karaoke machine will bring out the aspiring singer in your tween. With its CD player, disco light show and two microphone jacks, it's great for parties or a solo session party for one. The bluetooth audio streaming lets you connect your smartphone or tablet for even more song options.

Kristy Pepping said:  My sister and I had this game growing up and my mom found an original for my two tweens on eBay. However, I just bought this one as a gift since Hasbro has now updated the original. The game is a simple concept to buy items on your shopping list around the mall. The first player to make six purchases and get back to the parking lot wins the game. Kids will love this virtual mall experience and you don't need a ton of players to play it either!

Shila said:  Consider perfume as a good gift for tweens and teens. My kids and their girlfriends are really starting to get into the different brands, scented lotions, and bottles. You can find samples available in almost every department store or a specialty store, like Ulta or Sephora.

Kelly R. said:  Raddish is a cooking subscription box for kids. It's a great way to get your tween comfortable in the kitchen, and the monthly kits also make fun gifts for kids who like cooking and want to develop some new skills!

Kelly R. said:  A cool journal that is creative and cathartic for kids, but not in a spill-your-secrets sort of way. It works like an activity book, with the pages containing prompts that encourage painting, drawing, ripping and otherwise transforming the pages into works of art.

Kelly R. said:  V-Bucks are the currency used within Fortnite, and can be used to pay for Battle Passes, new outfits, emotes and more. This is at the top of the gift list for my tween who isn't all that interested in new toys this year.

Kelly R. said:  My son and daughter both received these Nordstrom robes as tweens, and wear them pretty much every morning after rolling out of bed when it's chilly in the house. Buy them big and they can wear them for years...my son is still loving his as a teen.

Vanessa M. said:  Tweens are the perfect age for fingerboards like these! This Tech Deck kit comes with multiple decks, trucks, wheels, and a skate tool so kids can assemble the boards themselves. The pieces are all interchangeable, so tweens can spend hours customizing the finger-sized skateboards to their liking. My skateboard-obsessed 12 year old loves collecting these boards, learning fingerboard tricks via the company's website or videos on Youtube, and he also enjoys trading boards with his friends!

Kristy Pepping said:  If your teen or tween is into their Hydro Flask or likes to decorate their laptop, these stickers are a great idea. There are several different designs to choose from and they are waterproof. Plus, the price tag will fit most budgets for gift giving.

Agreatmom2! said:  K-Pop posters of their favorite singing groups to hang on their wall in their room. Blackpink, BTS, etc.

Agreatmom2! said:  Gift cards to their favorite fast food restaurants. Chipotle, Culver's, Subway, etc.

Alexandra F. said:  My daughter and her friends love taking these quizzes with each other, trying to figure out fun and silly questions like what type of breakfast food they each would be or whether they could survive in the wilderness. This book with 75 unique quizzes has kept them entertained over many a video chat, and is a fun way for them to hang out and get to know one another.

Kristy Pepping said:  I try and buy art projects as gifts for my tween girls especially since they have winter birthdays. It provides something to keep them busy. I bought this as a birthday gift for my 10-year-old. She is very much into squishes and this one offers a way to paint four different squishes.

Erin P. said:  This is a unique travel-themed board game for older kids where players circle the globe while testing their knowledge of world cultures. It includes entertaining questions on people and places, food and drink, world treasures, greetings and gestures, or customs and traditions. Great fun and awesome learning opportunity!