It’s hard knowing what kids want for Christmas when you’re not their parents. Heck, I’m sure it’s hard knowing even if you are their parent! We boring adults are not the ones who know what’s cool to be seen with these days, but I can assure you that I know at least the best Amazon has to offer this year.
This list is packed full of ideas for a variety of different types of children. Science lovers are sure to love this National Geographic Science Kit, and any budding train conductors will adore this wooden train set. There are also some wonderful picks for bringing the family together in here, with my personal favorites being this huge color jigsaw and the Exploding Kittens card game.
Read on below for the best gifts for kids that Amazon has to offer!
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Spend Some Family Time Together with This 1000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle
What brings us all together? The fact that we are all living on this fine place we call Earth, as well as the fact that we all love a good puzzle. This great invention joins these two unifiers together, so this 1000 piece jigsaw is a surefire hit.
An Echo Glow That’s Made For Kids
Pair this smart lamp with any compatible Alexa device, and you’ll be able to change its color and brightness using simple voice commands. You can use it as a countdown timer to keep track of homework time — or, you can even ask Alexa to start a light show to get the party going.
This Telescope Makes Pirate Dreams Come True
All the cool pirates have telescopes, the movies say so. Let the kids in your life achieve their dreams with this fully rotatable telescope, which is perfect for transforming their playhouse into a pirate’s den.
This is a Perfect Train Set for Budding Conductors
With over 6,500 reviews rated 5-star, this wooden train set is going to be a hit for sure. Complete with twelve train cars, a crane, and freight, reviewers praise the “high quality” of the set, and how “compatible” it is to other train sets that their kids already have.
These Glow in the Dark Balls are So Cool
This 3 pack features a football, soccer ball, and basketball, and is sure to get you cool adult points. The LED lights inside are activated when the balls are kicked or bounced, which means playtime can last past dusk!
A Tablet That’s Made For Kids
Your kids can go ahead and drop this tablet — the childproof case will make sure that the screen stays in one piece. It also has a built-in stand so that you can watch videos without having to hold it up, and the battery even lasts for up to 12 hours.
Make Them Roar with This Dinosaur Decoration Set
Okay, so this won’t do for a Christmas present (well, maybe for 1/365 of the population perhaps), but these dinosaur decorations will do amazingly for any upcoming birthday parties that you may have. Not only do you get this fabulous dinosaur banner, but there are also thirty swirl-style decorations that come all in one package!
This Swing Set is a Bargain
All I ever wanted when I was a kid was a swing in my own back garden. Was that so hard to ask? Evidently not, with this swing set being super easy to install, as all the accessories come fully assembled.
This Simple Game is Weirdly Addictive
This is another one that will unite the family – this fun yet addictive game is so simple, with the aim being to throw the ring over the hook – simple, right? True, but simple doesn’t mean easy! Keep the kids entertained for hours with this game, suitable for either indoors or outdoors.
Impress the Kids with This Remote Control Monster Truck
Okay, so I’m in my twenties and have little to no interest in toy cars, but even I have to admit that this mini monster truck is really cool! Water-resistant and armed with up to forty minutes of battery life per charge, this is a great choice that the kids are sure to love.
Even the Adults Will Love This Kinetic Sandbox Playset
This kinetic sand construction site sandbox is so cool – the sand sticks together and is so fun to play with itself, but the construction site toys that come with this allow you to build your own sand blocks, out of which you get to build whatever you fancy!
This Train Track Set Has over 6000 Perfect Reviews
What’s a train set without any tracks? Nowhere near as fun, I’m sure the kids would tell you. This wooden train track set is a great pick and is much more environmentally friendly than any plastic toy that you might otherwise pick.
Yes, This Game is Really Called Flarts
Flarts, meaning floor darts, is a great game to bring the family together. The fabulous thing about it is that it works in both summer and winter – it is a backyard-style game that also works in your living room when need be!
Let it Rip with 1000 Rounds of Ammo for Their Nerf Gun
Now this one you may regret buying once you gift it to them, but any kid with a Nerf or other branded toy gun knows how valuable the bullets are. Gift them a supply of a lifetime with 1000 bullets to keep them entertained for the whole of the holidays!
This Smart Clock That Always Adjusts For Daylight Savings
If you’re always forgetting to change your clocks for daylight savings, you’ll definitely want to grab this smart one. It’s perfect for kid rooms, or anywhere else in the house if you’re a Disney fan. And since Alexa is built into it, you can also set timers using your voice.
See the Surprise on Their Face with This Mermaid Gift Box
This is the gift that keeps on giving – packaged sweetly together in an under-the-sea-themed box, this product features a mermaid doll, bracelet, crown, coloring book, and more! I promise, after gifting this you will definitely be in their good books!
This Kid-Friendly Smart Watch is the Perfect Present
They have all kinds of tech and gadgets for kids these days, including this cute smartwatch!
This smartwatch is a safe cell phone alternative for kids ages 5-12, and they call it a seat belt for the digital world. If you are looking for a way to keep track of your children while not giving them 100% internet access, this watch is the perfect solution. Stylish, too!
Gift Magic with This Harry Potter LEGO Set
With the twentieth anniversary of Harry Potter just around the corner, why not cash in on the excitement of the reunion with this Harry Potter LEGO set? Featuring the full trio of Harry, Ron, and Hermione, this sweet little set will allow some playtime even after the building fun has ended!
Bring out Their Creative Side with This 49 Piece Building Set
Featuring wooden blocks, nuts, bolts, and tools, this 49 piece building set is a great pick for those who want to upgrade their gift from the ordinary plastic building blocks. Plus, it all comes in its own handy toolbox, so once playtime is over the mess can be easily stored away!
Brush off Your Guess Who Skills
Who remembers the classic game Guess Who? When I say I loved this game, I mean I loved this game. For that reason, every child in my life is getting it from me for Christmas, so that I can then beat them. Win-win for me.
Buy a Budding Designer This DIY Frozen Jewelry Set
Lots of DIY jewelry sets can be quite tacky, but not this Frozen-themed set. The faux suede adds a classy touch to whatever designs the gift receiver can come up with, and there are tons of different Frozen-themed charms and beads to create whatever design you like.
Let the Colors Guide You with This Huge Jigsaw
Do you know a kid that’s obsessed with the MacBook spinning wheel? Me neither, but I’m sure there’s some out there – and isn’t this 1000 piece jigsaw just a perfect gift for them! Jokes aside, this gift is a wonderful way to get kids away from screens and is sure to provide hours of fun and relaxation.
Inspire Them with This Vet Play Set
This 24 piece set includes two plush toys, and all the other bits you need to make dreams of being a vet come to life. One reviewer says: “It’s truly great quality and I can see so much fun playtime. Everything is durable and all of the containers can open, just like real bottles, etc which makes it even more fun since you can add your own things inside.”
Be the Fun Adult Who Gifts This Funky Moon Lamp
Moon lamps are all the rage this year, and this one makes the perfect gift. Based on the moon’s surface thanks to data from NASA, see this in any one of the sixteen different color choices. Plus, the battery is rechargeable, so there’s no need to worry about leaving it switched on!
Play into the Night with This Glow in the Dark Soccer Ball
We all have kids in our lives who have an endless supply of energy, so why not try and tire them out with this light-up soccer ball? The LED lights activate when it is kicked about, so it is perfect for playing even after the sun has gone down.
Remember How Much Fun Glow in the Dark Stars Are
These glow-in-the-dark stars are lovely pastel colors, so they look cute even when it’s not dark! As they come in a pack of 100, you can let the kids in your life even try and build their own constellations.
Gift Them Their Favorite Character with This Disney Doll
This Princess Jasmine doll is great value for money and makes a perfect gift for any young Disney fans out there. Reviewers love the “detail on the outfit” and how much their daughters enjoy playing with this doll.
Get Crafty with This DIY Superhero Set
Power cuffs? Check. Cape? Check. Superhero mask? Check. Bring their dreams to life and let the kids in your life build themselves their own superhero look with the selection of craft activities in this cute DIY superhero set.
Everyone Will Be Jealous of This Reversible Yoda Plushie
Baby Yoda is one of the biggest hits of recent years, so cash in on the coolness and become the favorite adult by buying the kids in your life this reversible Yoda plushie. Quickly, before I buy them all myself!
This Night Light Makes Bedtime So Much Easier
Every kid needs a night light. That’s just science, right? This moon and stars night light is perfect for bedtime, with the option to remove the projection film and have it as a plain light, as well as the choice to funk it up with the seventeen different projection color modes.
Support the Budding Superstars in Your Life with This Karaoke Microphone
This karaoke microphone both records your voice and allows for you to connect via Bluetooth to play any songs you can access on your phone. Take your reputation from drab to fab with this fabulous choice of gift!
Even I Would Love This Pottery Set as a Gift
Gift a new skill with this DIY pottery studio kit. Featuring your own pottery wheel, clay, paints, and sculpting tools, this kit is a perfect excuse for some family time. Whatever is created, it’s sure to be a fabulous memory of this fantastic present!
Follow the Trends with This Paw Patrol Dashboard
Like most other adults without their own children, I know very little about Paw Patrol, other than that kids love it. This sturdy wooden dashboard comes with changeable mission cards, as well as a working steering wheel and interactive buttons which allow for endless opportunities to play!
If You’ve Ever Played Exploding Kittens You Know How Good it Is
Suitable for ages 7+, Exploding Kittens is one of the most fun games on the market today. I don’t know how to describe it, other than it might just ruin your family… But at least you’ll be having fun on the way! It’s a perfect game to buy as a holiday gift, so you can jump straight into family arguments before anyone even mentions politics!
Make it Feel Like Summer with This Game
This game is the kind of thing I would have loved when I was a kid. Being trash at sports, I needed all the practice I could get before the summer fair came round and I needed to be able to throw professionally. Gift this game to the kids in your life to let them fare better than I did with their sporting careers.
This National Geographic Science Kit Has over 7000 5-Star Ratings
For the slightly older kids in your life, this Earth science kit from National Geographic is a great choice of gift. Ranging from creating your own volcano to generating a tornado, there is a whole host of fun activities to try out.
This Beat the Parents Game Might Ruffle Some Feathers
This kid-friendly trivia game is a great pick for a present, with one reviewer deeming it “definitely giftable.” With everyone writing a wager before it begins, stakes are high, so make sure you come with your puzzle game on!
Let Them Explore with This Adventure Set
This outdoor exploration kit is a fantastic pick for adventurous kids. Featuring binoculars, a compass, a whistle, and more, it really encourages kids to get outside and explore nature for themselves. I could do with one myself actually…
A New Take on an Old Classic with This Giant Slinky
I think we can all agree that when it comes to gifts for kids, bigger is better. This jumbo-sized slinky is 6 inches in diameter, so it will definitely impress any little ones. Plus, the reviews confirm that it definitely works on the stairs, so there is no excuse not to pick this one up!
If All Else Fails, Buy Them This Bag of Reindeer Farts
Reindeer farts are otherwise known to us boring old adults as cotton candy. You really can’t go wrong with gifting this bag of sweetness – whether this is for a stocking stuffer or just as a friendly gift, any kid is sure to be grateful.