Christmas is a very magical time for children, and it really comes down to one thing – presents. Family and great food don’t seem to make “the perfect Christmas” for the kids, so the right present is important. And more and more parents are growing tired of stuffed toys that get discarded within an hour. So here’s my Christmas Gift Guide For The Kids, full of ideas that do not include stuffed toys!
UNDER £20
Kitchen Science Lab for Kids
Want to combine fun and education into one activity? Why not try these 52 science experiments that you can do at home, with ordinary things found around the house?
Amusement for both younger and older kids (as well as the parents).
104 Piece Play Food Set
Anything by Chad Valley is usually a good way to go, and this play food set is no different. These 104 small pieces of food are the cutest and tastiest looking plastic food that your child will ever pretend to make for you. For real.
Hours of fun guaranteed for kids and parents alike.
NERF N-Strike Elite Strongarm Blaster
Nerf guns are quite honestly one of the best pastimes for the kids of this generation (at least when 2 or more kids have a nerf gun each).
Be wary of damage to breakable items and pets. Set boundaries.
Dixit Board Game
Who says board games are dead? With the increasing demand for PS4 and Xbox consoles and games, why not take a break and spend some quality family time telling stories and competing for the first place? Our family plays this almost every time we get together, and kids love it!
For extra fun, consider buying some expansions – more beautiful cards equals more fun!
Ant World
If you want something a little different (and are not afraid of insects) then why not try an ant farm? It’s almost like a live painting, and a great experience watching the ants build their home.
(Ants are not included to encourage kids to find their own, but can also be bought from Interplay)
Starter Set Carnivorous Plants
If your ants get a little out of control, a carnivorous plant will come to the rescue!
There’s nothing quite like seeing a plant move and eat something alive… Please evaluate whether your child will be impressed or terrified by this, prior to purchasing! Wouldn’t want to scar them for life on Christmas…
Craft Art Artists Set
Every great artist needs a great set of tools, and these come in a “suitcase”. What’s more professional (and tidy) than that?
– £16.83
Artist Table Top Display Easel
Have a little artist? Why not make the feel like a true artist with a lovely easel?
You’ll soon have beautiful one-of-a-kind paintings hanging all around your house!
Little Live Pets Bella Rina Bird with Cage
Want a pet but can’t allow yourself a real one? Why not get one of these? Half the joys of a real pet and no responsibilities or heartbreak!
My Model Styling Head
If you’re tired of being the subject of the kids’ torture make-overs, then this is the ideal replacement. No pain on your part, and plenty of fun on theirs!
Unleash their creativity for hair and make-up styling!
Indoor Helicopter
Remote control cars are old news – if it doesn’t fly, then it won’t fly with the kids. Helicopters are where it’s at nowadays!
UNDER £50
Snow Cone / Slushie Maker
Now, I don’t know about all kids, but I don’t personally know a single kid who doesn’t like slushies or snow cones. And those don’t come cheap in cafés or cinemas. In fact, I wouldn’t even know where to get a snow cone!
So make your own any time you like! Heck, with this at home, your kids may not even want to go to the cinema any more!
Popcorn Maker
With a popcorn maker in the house, trips to the cinema will become truly obsolete. Make every movie night into an authentic cinematic experience with this little gadget!
VTech KidiZoom Duo
How many times have your kids tried to snatch your expensive and extremely drop-able camera, wanting to take a photo? Too many, I’d guess.
So why not give them a camera of their own? Photo, video, and voice recording, as well as games, photo filters, and a bunch of other cool features is bound to make a great present!
Osprey Girls Quad Skates
Fun, exercise, and bruised knees tied into one neat bow! But seriously, roller skating is a great fun and it will get your kids outside and away from all the screens they’re used to using all the time!
OVER £50
Karaoke Machine Party Pack
Is it for you? Is it for the kids? No one will ever know. So treat yourself under the pretence of treating your kids, and annoy your neighbours at the same time by hosting karaoke parties at 3am on a workday!
Trampoline
If you have a large enough garden and want your kids to spend more time outside, then this is the magical answer to your problems! Not only does it guarantee fun & exercise for your kids, but it will also make it easier to look after the little monsters during parties, sleepovers, and general hangouts.
Range Rover Ride On Jeep
Looking for a little luxury? Cause it doesn’t get much more luxurious than this! Let your kids get around in style with this gorgeous Land Rover!
(Driving license not required)
Multi-Coloured Square Ball Pool
What kid doesn’t like playing in a ball pool? No kid. And most likely no adult. So if you have the money to splash out on this beauty (and the patience to keep finding stray balls around the house for the next few years) then this is ideal!
Or you could probably DIY it and make it a heck of a lot cheaper!
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