Gift Guide for Kids

I had a blast curating the products for this gift guide for kids.  I don’t care what anyone says – I am a true kid at heart.  I polled my boys as I wanted to find the “cool” gifts, yet tried to stay away from electronics unless there was some component of educational value to them.  I hope these ideas help you in your trek for the perfect gifts for the kids on your list!

THE BOOK OF EVERYONE: A friend of mine recommended this book to me when I inquired what to get my nephew for his birthday last June.  I love anything personalized, but at first I was concerned that this personalized book would be somewhat childish for him as he was turning 11.

There is nothing childish about this book.  It is downright awesome.  It talks about the day the recipient is born in such cool, descriptive ways.  The graphics are fun; the information extremely interesting and different.  The fact that he quoted from the book a few times made me so happy!

What’s even cooler is that there are personalized gift options for more than just hte kids on your list.  A highly recommended gift idea for sure!

SQUARENIMALS: I was intrigued by this company and their different stuffed characters.  They were kind enough to send me Max to check out for myself and I am seriously thinking of keeping him for myself.  I mean, I only got one and I can’t give to one boy and not the other, right?!

The 12 different characters are original designs by a NYC based Creative Director and dad, super soft, ultra cute and sized just right for loving.  Only a small batch are created, and if you act before December 25th you can get one for a super special price!

I’m loving the t-shirt with the upside down pocket too…I wonder if it comes in my size.

OSMO: Now this is cool…Osmo is an award-winning hands-on gaming system that promotes creativity and problem solving skills.  Perfect for kids ages 5 – 12, our little guy loves it!  When you connect an iPad to the base, Osmo bridges the physical and digital worlds by taking gameplay beyond the screen.

There are a few different kits you can purchase. We started with the Genius Kit and are getting the Coding one for G for Christmas (shhhhh).

KIDNECT EARBUDS: My boys love to play their handheld games and listen to music.  I used to get so worried that they are pumping up the volume too high on their earphones, but now I don’t have to worry.

Did you know that as your child’s ears are continuously developing, even 30 minutes of standard headphones made for adults may cause hearing loss and/or damage? The Ear Safe 4 Kids volume-limiting technology allows kids to safely listen to their favorite music for up to 6 hours. The kid-approved comfort fit, with sweat-proof silicone ear cushions, provides comfortable wearing. The included storage case makes it travel friendly. Choose between blue with green detail or pink with purple detail.

Purchase them via the link above and enter the code: PELLERINI to get 20% off!

BALLOON DOG NIGHT LIGHT: How cute is this night light?  It’s not babyish so I think it’s useful and something my boys would really like!  (They are getting older now …way too quickly might I add!)  It comes in blue, green and red.  Super cute and also a great gift idea for a kid (or adult) on your list that has everything.

Check out my other gift guides for fun gift ideas!

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For the Subscription Box Lover

For Him

For Her

Stocking Stuffers