Gift Guide For School-Aged Kids

Purchase A Practical Present That Will Last Beyond the Holidays

Looking for a great gift for the school-aged child in your life? If you want an item that can stand the test of time rather than the latest trend, we’ve got you covered. For inspiration to find the perfect present kids can enjoy long after the holidays end, check out this list.

MP3 Player: This tiny music player makes a great companion. Kids can use it to listen to songs and audiobooks. Download content from your collection or your local library to keep kids listening. It works great for long car rides, holiday travel, for winding down at bedtime, and anytime kids want to choose their own music or books without subjecting the entire family to the same choice.

Diary of A Wimpy Kid: Kids can’t get enough of this series about Greg Heffley, a middle school student who loves video games. Greg and his best friend Rowley navigate the perils of middle school and family relationships. These funny books will entertain kids and with more books to come, they make great gifts for now and in the future.

Clue Junior: Kids race to be the first player to find out who ate the cake, at what time, and with which drink. This spin on the classic mystery game works well for a variety of ages. The clue sheet helps kids narrow down the options for each category. Get in on the fun with this family favorite.

LEGO: You can’t go wrong with a LEGO set. Choose from a variety of different themes, like Star Wars, Friends, and City collections. You can buy sets with just a few or several hundred pieces depending on your budget. And of course all the bricks work with other sets to let kids’ imaginations soar.

Tamagotchi: This electronic pet requires care, such as food, water, and play to stay happy. Kids can enjoy the responsibility without any of the drawbacks of real pets. These tiny electronic devices make it easy to take them anywhere, and they work well for practice before committing to actual living creatures. Choose from lots of bright colors and even an option that lets kids take photos.

Groovy Girls: These soft dolls have lots to offer. From furniture to clothing and pets, they make playing fun. Choose from a variety of different dolls, including various hair color, styles, genders, and skin tones. Their soft arms and legs make it easy to dress them and kids can position them in a variety of ways. 

Unstable Unicorns: Try to get seven unicorns into your stable in this fast-paced card game from the creators of Exploding Kittens. But watch out! Other players can steal your steeds, and use powers to keep you from reaching your goal. Kids will love the cartoon illustrations and bright colors that make up this deck.

Fluffy Pajamas: Get cuddly with a set of soft pajamas. Perfect for wearing the night before Christmas, or during family movie night, these fuzzy pajamas keep kids warm and toasty all winter long. The full zipper makes it a breeze to get on and off, and you can choose from footed or footless styles.

Monopoly Junior: Play this classic board game in half the time thanks to the kids version. Smaller bills make it easier for kids to do math, while the board comes in fun themes like amusement parks sure to appeal to younger audiences. Perfect their game strategy skills in this race to collect properties and manage money.

Dog Man: Enjoy the adventures of this dog-headed cop who chases criminals. This series of books follows along as Dog Man battles Petey the Cat in the age-old competition between dogs and cats. Each of these graphic novels comes packed with action and entertainment that will fuel imaginations.