Finding the right gifts for your kids (or the kids in your life) is a fun experience. Sometimes it may be stressful trying to pick something based off age, interests or sizes. Something that is typically overlooked would be Non-Toy gifts for your kids!
Rest assured, I don’t want to add any extra stress to your holiday shopping so, I put together this gift guide of the best Non-toy gifts to strike an array of interests.
I am very particular when it comes to gifts so trust me when I say that these will be terrific options! We love giving experiences and gifts that will actually be useful throughout the year. Check out some of my favorites.
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Non-Toy Gifts Your Kids Will LOVE
Let’s jump into some excellent ideas. You can print out the certificates/subscriptions and put them into stockings, gift bags or place them into a box and wrap them up.
Subscriptions, event tickets, decorations, and all the other finds I will list below are great additions than only toys being under the tree. I really enjoy non toy gifts when it comes to gift exchanges as well.
When it comes to the other kids in my family, I like to bring some razzle dazzle to Christmas and get something that is different than the rest of their gifts.
Bean Bag
A bean bag can be an awesome non-toy gift for your littles this Christmas. Comfy, cozy and an exciting add on to any room. Giving your kids their very own space to relax in will be used all the time!
Movie Membership
Photo Credits To: Cinemark
Do your littles love the movies? Purchase them a movie membership! For example, Cinemark has a membership that gives one free ticket every month, points with purchases and 20% off snacks.
A fun membership to give them access to more movies on the big screen!
3. New Sport/Activity Trial
Some new activities or sports will offer trials that you can purchase to give your little the opportunity to try it out. If you know your kids have been interested in something like Taekwondo, gift them this for Christmas!
A gift is even better when there is true meaning behind it. Gifting them with something to grow in is fantastic.
Cozy Blankets
Who doesn’t love a comfy blanket? This non-toy gift is a must grab! The one linked has multiple patterns AND it glows in the dark! Hello fun and practical!
Slippers
Slippers are another excellent and practical gift. If it’s colder outside or they just need some inside shoes, slippers will be a loved on gift.
Ask for shoe sizes for other littles in your family, it’s a great item to gift.
The slippers shown here come in all different colors too!
Backpacks/Purses
Bags are just fun! I know my kids enjoy taking their stuff (sometimes too much stuff) on the go with them.
Give them a bag to put all their items into! They will feel put together and love having their hands free!
This purse is so cute if your little prefers that over a backpack!
Theme/Water Park Tickets
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What a Christmas surprise theme park tickets would be! Have you had your eyes on Disneyland, Great Wolf Lodge, or a local theme/water park?
This is a big way to spend that Christmas budget for some future fun!
Science Activities
Science is engaging and full of fun! If you have littles interested in experiments, this junior kit will be a terrific non-toy Christmas gift.
Trampoline Park Membership (Or other parks similar.)
Photo Credits To: @Altitude Trampoline Park
If jump parks are your jam, a membership to a local park will rock Christmas morning. These activities can add up so if you are frequent goers, the investment to one may make sense AND be a neat surprise.
Electronic Piggy Bank
Start your journey of financial literacy with this electronic piggy bank. Getting an electronic one will help your kids keep track of what they have, what they spend and it’s truly a fun non-toy gift they’ll love!
Room Decorations
Your kids will enjoy being able to spruce up their rooms. Maybe they’ve seen those cool LED lights or even lava lamps.
If your littles have shown interest in changing up their room or adding to it, decoration will make such a fun gift.
Amazon Echo Glow
This smart lamp that can be paired with Alexa devices to set timers. It’s a great night light and way to create routines.
There are light settings for all moods and even dance party options!
Art Supplies Kit
For the artistic kids who love creating, grab this non toy gift idea and put it under your tree for a thoughtful surprise.
The arrange of different supplies will add some flare to their drawings.
Foot Spa for Kids
A spa day, any day! Gifting your kids with a foot spa will encourage healthy habits and a relaxing experience.
They will have a blast picking out colors for their nails too!
Mini Karaoke Machine
A mini karaoke machine will bring the party everywhere they go. They can carry this around, listen to their favorite jams and sing along!
Instant Print Camera
A personal favorite are these instant print cameras. Some have film that can get pricey and doesn’t offer very many photos.
This is a kid friendly, budget friendly option that will give them freedom to take all the photos they’d like without a hefty price tag for film.
Headphones
Headphones can be a much needed accessory when your kids are focusing on work, listening to music or having some quiet time.
Not to mention, they can be nice on long car rides, airplanes, or even when mom needs a break!
VTech Smartwatch
This vtech watch is to learn more about the concept of time, capture videos, snap selfies and take pictures anywhere. It is a motion sensor for active games, a light that can be used as a camera flash or flashlight and so much more!
Dress Up Clothes
Disney Princess
Community Helpers
Multi Occupation (Doctor, military, astronaut and more!)
Whether your little loves princesses, community helpers or an array of different careers- here are my favorite picks for dress up gifts.
This non toy gift will give your littles the chance to explore imaginative play by themselves or with their siblings/friends!
Subscription Boxes
KiwiCo Starter Kit
Photo Credits To: KiwiCo
Subscription boxes are a huge win for everyone! Think about your kids current interest and look around for a subscription.
There are options for family or international snacks, dream careers, art, books, and so many more! For example, we found this awesome vet kit for any animal lovers in the house and a cool international snack box.
Country Boxes
Find and Seek Scavenger Hunt Card Game
Another non-toy gift that uses fine motor skills and critical thinking. Wrap this up or put it as a stocking stuffer. They can have an explorative time putting this to use.
Sensory Seek & Find Bear
Sensory items make great preschooler gifts. This one in particular is an awesome find! Take it on the go or use it during a needed break at home.
Kids Cooking Sets
What better way to start cooking than with their very own starter kit? Your littles can get to bonding with the family in the kitchen. If they’ve shown some interest in cooking, make this another great non toy gift!
Jumbo Checkers
Jumbo checkers is a Christmas gift that can be enjoyed in the backyard or even living space! Challenging your littles with learning this game will be even more fun on a large mat.
Comforter Set
A new comforter set is such a comfy and cozy gift to make your littles space up to their liking! I grabbed a few of our favorites with different patterns to share with you but of course grab one that suits their liking.
Gardening Tool for Kids
Gift your littles with this gardening set to give them a nature experience. If they are nature lovers, add some flower seeds to their stocking for them to plant too.
Book Set
Book sets can be an educational gift that will be kept for years to come. I still have some of my books from childhood that I cherish.
Pete the Cat is always a hit with kids and these mini books are a great idea.
Climbing Tower
Make this a backyard favorite and get your littles active. This will create hours of fun for your littles. Have it set up for that extra magical feel outside on Christmas morning!
Stepping Balance Stones
These balance stepping stones make a genius gift for your kids to work on their physical development. They can set these stones up inside or outside and create a game to go along with them.
Kids Telescope
Telescopes make children go into awe and wonder about the world around them. They help create a spark of interest in science and can inspires them to learn more about the world beyond.
Portable Microscope
A kids microscope is a great way to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. They will also improve their retention of information, being attentive and comfort in handling lab equipment through hands-on learning.
Simply Modern Tumbler with Handle
Cups are a very useful gift especially if your little is always on the go. This brand has so many cute patterns to choose from. Find one that shows your littles personality!
Lunch Boxes
Lunch boxes are not only a great gift for your kids but for others as well. If you know your niece/nephew/cousin takes lunch everyday, grab them a lunchbox to rock when Christmas break is over.
Teepee Tent Playhouse
Another excellent non-toy gift idea to get your kids moving and using their imagination is a play tent. The one shown above has cute fairy lights to really add to the beauty of it!
Crayola Color Wonder Magic Light Brush
Art supplies aren’t always the easiest to take on the go. This mess free magic light brush will be a game changer for that. Painting will be possible anywhere now!
90 Colors of Air Dry Clay
Air dry clay has the coolest texture! Your littles can create items to save and allow to dry or make creations and put it away when they’re finished.
2-in1 Kids Fold Out Couch
These foldout couches have an array of designs/colors. This can be a fun seat in bedrooms, living rooms, or playrooms. Add this to a book nook or napping station to make these activities even more fun.
Montessori Busy Book (Two Versions Available)
The two versions of this book really caught my attention. Learning about the body so young is going to set them up for success. I must say this is one of my favorite non-toy finds.
Wooden Music Set
Making music can start with wooden instruments. These can be a nice starter kit for your littles who cant get enough music. If they are currently using your pots and pans, it is time to updade!
37 Keys Keyboard Piano
Learning the piano can start now with this 37 keys piano. You can bond together over recording new songs or learning the keys to make beautiful music.
As you can tell, I truly enjoy non-toy gifts as an option for Christmas gifts. Enjoy searching for gifts that you know are needed. Toys are fun but experiences, subscriptions and daily items are exciting/helpful too!
The gift means more when thought is put into it. It’s easy to show up and just grab whatever you see. I believe kids also see the meaning behind gifts and feel loved when it’s something that really makes them happy.
Enjoy your shopping and get started sooner rather than later with grabbing these gifts. You will be so glad you did!
