37 Best Gifts for Tweens

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.