As the holiday season approaches, finding the perfect gift for tweens can be a tricky task. Kids between the ages of 7-12 are in that unique phase where they’re too old for “little kid” toys but still too young for typical teen gifts. So, skip the stress of buying the same old presents and opt for something that’s both unique and meaningful. After all, the best part of gift-giving isn’t just receiving—it’s the joy of giving and the memories made along the way.
For the Budding Chef
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Personalized Recipe Box: Create a unique recipe box personalized with your tween’s name. Fill it with recipes they already know and love, along with some new ones you can try out together.
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DIY Baking Mix Kit: Put together a few small jars of baking mixes for their favorite recipes. For example, if they love making cookies, create a “cookie mix kit” with all the dry ingredients needed for a few batches. This is a fun, hands-on gift that encourages learning and creativity in the kitchen.
For the Music Enthusiast
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Streaming Music Subscription: Give the gift of music with a Spotify or Apple Music subscription. This allows them to explore their favorite artists, create playlists, and share music with friends and family.
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Concert Tickets: For an experience they’ll never forget, give the gift of live music by purchasing tickets to see their favorite band or artist perform. Many artists now offer family-friendly shows, making it a great way for you and your tween to bond over shared musical interests.
For the Sports Lover
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Tickets to a Professional Sports Game or Meet-and-Greet: Nothing beats the thrill of seeing a professional team play live. Or, if they’re really into a specific athlete, look into meet-and-greet opportunities where they can get autographs or even participate in fan days. This experience is an unforgettable memory for any young sports fan.
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DIY Skills Challenge Kit: Help them practice and improve with a DIY kit tailored to their favorite sport. Whether it’s a set of cones for agility drills, a jump rope for conditioning, or a stopwatch for timing sprints, this is a hands-on gift that supports their passion and encourages continuous learning.
For the Bookworm
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Create a Book Nook at Home: Set up a cozy reading corner in their room with blankets, pillows, and a lamp. You can make it extra special by giving them “tickets” for quiet reading time, where they get to escape into their nook undisturbed.
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Monthly Book Subscription: Keep them excited about reading with a subscription service like OwlCrate or Literati. These services deliver age-appropriate books each month, often paired with fun themed goodies!
For the Tween Who Wants Nice Skin but Not a Complicate Skincare Routine
- Be-Tween Holiday Gift Set: Help your tween establish a simple skincare routine with Be-Tween’s Everyday Skincare Essentials Holiday Gift Set. Featuring a fun Aloe Cleansing Ball and lightweight Aloe Moisturizer, this duo makes cleansing enjoyable and promotes healthy skincare habits.
For the Tween Who Has Everything
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"Open When" Letter Kit: For the tween who already has it all, surprise them with a series of “Open When” letters filled with emotional support, encouragement, and fun surprises. Here are a few ideas:
- Open When You Want to Laugh: Fill this letter with jokes, funny memories, or silly pictures to get them giggling.
- Open When You Need a Confidence Boost: Include reminders of their best qualities and past moments of strength and kindness.
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Travel Experience: Sometimes the best gifts aren’t things, but experiences. Plan a family trip to a nearby city, a zoo, or an amusement park. It doesn’t have to be extravagant—what matters is the time spent together, making memories that will last forever.
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Sticker Chart of Places to Visit: Create a fun, visual way to mark off places they’d like to visit—locally or abroad. As they reach each milestone or location, you can plan mini adventures or day trips to explore new spots together.
