Kids can be pretty tough to buy for, whether they’re three or 13. But fear not, intrepid gifter, we’ve got the details on 37 toys and games that make great gifts for all ages! From unicorn lovers to football fanatics, these gifts are sure to delight. We’ll cover trendy toys from STEM building blocks to DIY slime kits, while also including classic wooden trains and tree swings that’ll stand the test of time.
Games that’ll engage the whole family, toys to keep kids active, and brain-building educational toys are all in-store. Some of these gifts cover a wide range of ages from kids to adults, so you can get in on the fun, too! Mesmerizing fidget toys, swing set accessories, and powerful, fast remote control cars also made the list of things they’ll endlessly want to play with. From babies to adults, these gift picks guarantee non-stop entertainment!
These Hover Soccer Balls Work Inside, Too
This hover soccer ball set is loads of fun both inside and out! These battery-powered balls float on a cushion of airglow with flashing LEDs so kids can play at night as well, and they have soft foam bumpers to protect furniture and feet. With nearly 6,000 stellar reviews, these are going to be a hit!
This LED Basketball Is Great for Kids, Teens, and Adults
Light up the night with this light-up basketball! The two impact-activated LED lights glow for up to 30 hours of evening play and the sturdy, water-resistant construction won’t disappoint.
This Remote Control Car is Seriously Impressive
Whether you’ve got a car-obsessed kid in your life or just an adult that’s a kid at heart, this remote control monster truck is guaranteed to be a hit this holiday season. It can go over 30 MPH and is rugged enough to handle a variety of rough terrains.
These Fidget Toys are Mesmerizing
This Tangle fidget that comes in a set of three is the OG fidget toy and is still popular for good reason. Kids can take them apart, attach pieces together in so many different ways, then mold them into whatever they want! These are also great for waiting rooms, car rides, and restaurants to keep little hands busy.
This Mermaid Gift Box Has It All
Know any littles who are super into mermaids? Have I found the perfect gift for you! This mermaid gift box has a ton of stuff, from a jewelry set to a coloring book to markers to a doll to a jewel-encrusted crown, and it all comes in a sturdy box to store their treasures!
This STEM Master Building Set Is Hours of Fun
Just think of all the educational fun they’ll have playing with this STEM Master building kit. They’ll use the 176 durable pieces to craft everything from vehicles to buildings to animals and anything else they can imagine! The kit comes in a heavy-duty storage bin so they can keep all the pieces in one place.
These Lawn Darts With a Silly Name are Fun for Everyone
Kids, teens, and adults alike love playing this Flarts game, which includes three safe, inflatable lawn darts, a double-sided mat, and lawn pegs to keep the mat in place. One side of the mat is traditional lawn darts, and the reverse is a monster or unicorn-themed dart game. It’s so fun to set up friendly competitions for two people or a larger group!
This Race Track Glows in the Dark
This Magic Track is more fun with the lights off, which makes it that much cooler in kids’ eyes! They’ll get an LED light-up race car and 10 feet of glowing track they can bend, shape, turn, and curve 360 degrees, even while the car’s racing. The good news for parents is the track rolls up when it’s not in use for easy storage.
This Tree Swing Can Be Used So Many Ways
Kids can use this fun tree swing in so many different ways thanks to the different platforms and rubber discs. They can stand and swing, sit, or climb up the rope while building balance and gross motor skills. It includes everything you need for easy installation, too!
These Kids’ Binoculars are Totally Shockproof
Get kids interested in the great outdoors with these kids’ binoculars that are sized right for small hands and completely shockproof. They come in a variety of colors, are recommended for kids 4 and up, and have 8x magnification so they can use their eagle eyes to spot wildlife and take in the landscape. The 4,000+ glowing reviews praise the ease of use and high quality.
These Wooden Trains are Classic for a Reason
What kid doesn’t love playing with trains – both my daughters were obsessed for years! These classic wooden train cars come in some cool varieties – a crane car that really works, a recycle car, and three with removable cargo. Thomas fans will be pleased to know this set’s compatible.
This DIY Slime Kit Will Spark So Much Joy
Slime is still all the rage among the elementary school set, and this kit has everything they need to create ten slimes from beads to glow-in-the-dark and color-changing powders to a recipe book and more to get started. All the types are covered, too – cloud slime, butter slime, and fluffy slime are on the menu! It comes highly recommended by parents for entertaining the kids for hours on end.
Budding Engineers Will Love This Robot Kit
This DIY Electric Robot Kit lets young engineers build four cool, interactive robots to boost their STEM learning. The electric motors teach important science concepts in a fun way they can really gets their hands on! The easy-to-understand instruction book will have them tinkering their hearts out in no time.
This Tea Set is Durably Adorable
This cute 15-piece tin tea set which includes a sturdy carrying case is built with kids in mind since it’s so durable. If the stuffed animals start to get rowdy at the tea party, this set can take a licking and keep on ticking! Also good to know – the cups, plates, saucers, and teapot are 100% free from BPA and lead, so they can use it with real food and beverages.
These Building Block Baseplates are Twice as Strong
Unlike some of the competition, this set of six heavy-duty, double-layer building block baseplates won’t warp or snap no matter how often kids play. Unique to this brand, the stacking ability means kids can build multiple levels or stories into their creation. And they’re compatible with all major building block brands!
Let Baby In on the Fun With This Baby Swing
This adorable, Scandi-inspired baby swing is a natural to occupy and delight babies six months and up. It can be used indoors or outside and is made with the highest-quality materials like double-sided canvas, marine-grade rope, and lockable carabiners for safety. Conveniently, the swing detaches for easy washing!
This Remote Control Front Loader Is Fully Functional
Huge construction fan? Treat them to this metal, remote-controlled front loader that really works! It has a detailed interior, working head and taillights, and controls for digging and dumping dirt and other loads.
This Flying Saucer Tree Swing Is Great for a Group
My kids absolutely love the flying saucer swing at our local playground, and now they don’t have to wait their turn since it’s available for home use! It’ll easily attach to a tree in your yard and holds up to 700 lbs so multiple kids can swing at a time. Since the weight load is so high, that means parents can get in on the fun too!
This Remote Control Car Is An Off-Road Monster
This 1:20 scale remote-controlled car is the real deal. It comes fully assembled with a powerful built-in motor and heavy-duty tires for off-roading, all-terrain adventures. With the ability to go 20 mph, this cool car will delight little speed demons.
This Tiki Toss Game Can Be Played Anywhere
While the concept is simple, this Tiki Toss game is loads of fun. Simply screw in the hook with the included hardware, then try to throw the ring onto the hook. Easy to learn and fun for all ages!
This Jewelry Box Is for Precious Treasures
Any equine-obsessed kid (like my youngest) will delight in this horse jewelry box. The box is constructed with durable pine fiberboard and has plenty of space to store all of the treasures, including a small drawer. Charmingly, the horse dances as “Home on the Range” plays when they open the box!
This Drill Building Set is Hands-On Fun!
Let kids 4-8 years old jump into STEM with this drill building set! Kids will love making creations with the working electric drill that has interchangeable bits, and they’ll learn how gears work! The included book features 66 patterns with three levels of difficulty to challenge and inspire them.
This Magnetic Silicone Building Set Is So Satisfying
These Speks Fleks magnetic silicone building toys were new to me, but they’re so cool I wish I knew about them ages ago! The fully flexible, super snappable pieces are the ultimate fidget toy that can be endlessly configured into different combinations. For ages 14 up to adults, these are sophisticated toys that they’ll love playing with.
These Batman Action Figures Are Fully Articulated
Oh look, it’s their favorite caped crusader, Batman! This five-piece action figure set includes dark suit Batman, gray suit Batman, Robin, the Joker, and Nightwing, all with five-point articulation for waging epic battles. The six-inch tall characters will quickly become favorites for your Justice League fan.
This Kids’ Diary Is Lockable
Keep their secrets safe with this lockable diary for kids! It’s a great outlet to express their innermost feelings and hopes, or just record everyday interactions. Such a sweet keepsake they’ll love reading after they’ve grown.
These Foam Balls Are Compatible with Nerf Rival
Compatible with Nerf Rivals, these soft foam balls provide a safe way to play. The 1,000-piece set has a velocity of up to 100 fps and a range of 80 feet. Best of all, you’ll be able to easily find them after playing thanks to the super bright color!
This Sushi Go Party! Game Is Great for Older Kids
Tweens, teens, and adults will love playing this fast-paced Sushi Go! Party game! This expansion pack of the best-selling game is for up to eight players and you can customize the difficulty level so everyone has fun. You’ll get 181 playing cards, 22 menu titles, eight wooden pawns, a game board, and the rules.
These Building Blocks Teach Engineering Through Construction
Kids will play for hours with this educational STEM building set! It includes 101 pieces in the form of blocks, building tools, nuts, bolts, moveable wheels, and more – enough for four to six kids to play at a time. Kids 4-8 will love playing engineer as they discover millions of ways to build.
These Magnetic Fidget Toys Are Magic
Kids 14 and up will endlessly want to play with these magnetic fidgets in the form of plastic pentagons with powerful rare earth magnets! Stack them, shake them, snap them, and build gravity-defying structures with this cool set that connects on all sides for maximum playability. There’s an included guide to get them started on the basic builds, but they’ll soon let imagination take over and create exciting new builds.
Keep the Game Going After Dark With This Glowing Soccer Ball
Let kids keep having fun after dark with this durable nylon glowing soccer ball. The two LED lights are powered by pre-installed batteries for up to 30 hours of nighttime play. It’s available in standard and youth sizes so everyone can get in on the game!
This Pirate Telescope Enhances Outdoor Play
Avast, ye mateys and accessorize your treehouse, swing set, playhouse, or playset with this pirate telescope! It’s a great addition that sparks make-believe play in kids. The durable plastic, non-magnifying telescope comes with all the mounting hardware for easy installation in seconds.
This Ring Toss Game Is Fun for All
Old school is the best school with this classic ring toss game. Kids and adults alike can get in on the fun with this simple-to-set-up game playable inside and out. Handily, it collapses down to a compact size and includes the carrying and storage bag.
Unicorn-Lovers Will Go Nuts Over This Jewelry Box
Heads up if you’ve got a unicorn-lover on your list! This unicorn jewelry box is decorated with a gorgeous watercolor scene and features lots of space to store all their dress-up accessories and keepsakes. Stay organized and magical with this pretty present.
This Lamb Stuffy Is the Perfect Pal
Kids of all ages will appreciate this cuddly lamb stuffed animal for playtime and bedtime. The 18 inch-tall stuffy is “wonderfully fluffy soft” according to a happy customer, and parents will be glad to know it’s fully washable. It’s got an outstanding 4.9/5 stars from over 200 glowing reviews!
Let Their Magic Shine With This Unicorn Gift Box
Little ones who can’t get enough unicorn-themed presents will adore this unicorn gift box. It includes a unicorn stuffy, a coloring book and markers, a flower-adorned unicorn headband, and of course, unicorn jewelry! I love the positive, powerful, and important messaging on the inside of the box, too.
This Wooden Train Track Set Contains Three Sizes
Whether you’re starting a wooden train track or expanding your existing one, this versatile set contains three sizes for all your connection needs. Good to know: these tracks are compatible with Thomas and all major brands. Also, safety comes first with this toy – all pieces are crafted from a single piece of eco-friendly, solid hardwood with no glued parts to prevent choking hazards.
These Swings Add More Fun to Your Playset
Add to your playset’s fun with this set of two playground swings. We have this exact set, and the heavy-duty parts and plastic seat are still going strong eight + years later! I love that the chains are covered in plastic to prevent finger pinching, unlike the ones we had as kids.