Christmas Gift Guide 2021: Gifts for Kids

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As an adult, it can be hard to keep up with what the kids are interested in these days. Interests shift so quickly and it’s hard to keep track of everything going on, especially now that trends get swept away so fast.

Fortunately, most younger kids aren’t so keen on the short-lived trends on the Internet and are instead more interested in seemingly random topics, usually whatever catches their interest for a certain amount of time.

STEM-Related Toys and Activities

One thing that can be a great gift for young kids is STEM-related toys and activities. STEM stands for science, technology, engineering, and math, and by getting a child interested in something scientific at a young age, you can foster something that could turn into a career interest for them.

There are tons of activity kits for STEM-related subjects, and for all different kinds of age groups as well. Some teach chemistry by growing your own crystals, while others help your kid identify bugs in their backyard.

Dolls and Dollhouses

Of course, not every child wants to play with some science and technology-themed toys. Other good options are out there for any of your kid’s favorite interests, one of the most common for young girls being things like dollhouses.

As much of an old classic as it may be, young girls still like dressing up dolls and arranging them in a little playhouse. If you used to play with dolls when you were young, you’d be blown away now at how many new features there are in these doll kits.

Virtual Pets

Another old classic that’s come back in recent years is virtual pets. These were a huge fad back in the late 90s and early 2000s, but they’ve come back strong for kids who want to care for a little virtual creature.

Fidget Toys

Fidget toys have become a bit more popular again recently, as well. Though they were a fad as recently as the late 2010s, with things like fidget spinners, they’re back with little bubble popper types of toys.

Kids enjoy these for the physical and auditory sensation you get from messing around with them. It helps keep them occupied when they’re bored, and they’re usually small enough that they can be carried around with no hassle.

Arts and Crafts

Arts and crafts are also always a hit with more creative children. Moldable sands and clays are very popular right now, and many boys and girls are creating little decorations for their rooms with them.

LCD Drawing Tablets

Another artsy gift you’ll find for a surprisingly good price is little LCD drawing tablets for little ones. Instead of having to spend money on tons of drawing and art supplies, young kids can get one inexpensive tablet and draw on it over and over again, with no mess.

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