Playing Santa Claus for a kid is a heartwarming holiday thrill. And boy, have we got the perfect gift guide if that’s on your holiday to-do list!
Read on for the scoop on great gift ideas — from classic toys to cutting-edge technology to help kids enjoy their playtime.
Prices and availability of the items below can change at any time. Remember to comparison shop to ensure you’re getting the very best price.
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Celebrate the season with these hot gifts for kids!
Gifts for 3-5 years old
Jurassic World Extreme Damage Tyrannosaurus Rex large dinosaur at Walmart
The King of Dinosaurs is back! Expect to pay around $41 for this beauty.
Zuru Series 4 Rainbocorn Fairycorn Surprise at BJ’s Wholesale Club
Includes Rainbocorns egg, Rainbocorns Fairycorn, fairy glitter heart, fairy wings and string & more. This item is typically priced between $20 and $25.
Hot Wheels massive loop mayhem track set at Target
This Mattel classic is still a beloved holiday favorite. Expect to pay around $50 for this set.
Osmo Little Genius Starter Kit for iPad at Target
If you want to get a kid in your life involved in STEM, this could be the perfect entry point. You’ll typically pay between $70 and $80 for this starter kit.
Radio Flyer 6V Grow Kart powered ride-on at Target
What kid doesn’t love a ride-on toy?! You’ll pay around $100 for these hot wheels.
Gifts for 6-8 years old
The Original Fantastic Flowers paper flower maker set at Walmart
This is great for a crafty kid! This item is priced at around $30.
Madam Posy design sewing kit at Amazon
Got a crafter in your crew? This kit will let them make stuffed animal unicorns, stars and more! Look to pay between $20 and $30 for this kit.
LEGO Harry Potter Hogwarts Moment: Transfiguration class at Target
For a mid $30 price point, this is a great gift for a kid who loves Harry Potter!
Klutz Lego Gear Bots science/STEM activity kit at Walmart
STEM is all the rage for kids these days. This is a great gift if you’ve got a burgeoning engineering student on your hands! Expect to pay around $20 for this toy.
Flybar pogo trick board at Target
For around $35, a kid can have a hopping good time!
Gifts for 9-13 years old
Thames & Kosmos physics workshop at Amazon
This is great for a budding brainiac! Prices tend to start around $45.
Gift card for stock at Stockpile
Looking for a really different and maybe more meaningful gift? Consider Stockpile, which offers gifts cards redeemable for the stock of publicly traded companies in denominations of $25, $50 or $100.
Tacto Chess by PlayShifu interactive story-based chess game set at Amazon
The classic strategy game meets modern technology! Works with iPads, Samsung tabs and the Kindle Fire (tablet not included). You’ll pay around $50 for this game set.
Gaming gear bundle at Five Below
Includes keyboard, mouse, gaming speakers and much more. Look to pay less than $100 for this bundle.
Influencer starter pack bundle at Five Below
Know a preteen who wants to be a social media influencer? This kit might prove indispensable for right around $10!
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The holidays are here and nobody is more excited than kids across the country!