{"id":33835,"date":"2025-11-15T20:27:59","date_gmt":"2025-11-15T20:27:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/naijaglobalnews.org\/?p=33835"},"modified":"2025-11-15T20:27:59","modified_gmt":"2025-11-15T20:27:59","slug":"the-47-best-gift-ideas-for-us-tweens-in-2025-picked-by-actual-tweens-shops-and-shopping","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/naijaglobalnews.org\/?p=33835","title":{"rendered":"The 47 best gift ideas for US tweens in 2025 \u2013 picked by actual tweens | Shops and shopping"},"content":{"rendered":"

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F<\/span>rom the viral six-seven trend to Italian brainrot memes, tweens are hard to figure out. This is perhaps especially true during the holiday season, when you\u2019re racking your brain for a holiday gift idea for preteens that won\u2019t elicit an eye roll.<\/p>\n

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We removed some of the guesswork by speaking to 20 tweens to decode what items they are coveting this year. From trendy skincare to Squishmallows, here are 47 holiday gift ideas for kids ages nine to 12, both boys and girls.<\/p>\n

All prices current at the time of publication.<\/em><\/p>\n

For the stylish dresser<\/h2>\n

Ugg Classic Mini Boots<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Zappos<\/p>\n

They\u2019re cute and comfortable and really easy to slip on, and they go with every outfit. They\u2019re easy to slip on if you do swim. Caroline, 11<\/strong><\/p>\n

$129.95 at Zappos <\/span>$129.95 at Nordstrom <\/span><\/p>\n

Lululemon clothing<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Lululemon<\/p>\n

They are very nice clothes, number one. And number two, I heard really good stuff about them, and all the people wear them. Lizzy, 9<\/strong><\/p>\n

$59 at Lululemon <\/span>$68 at Lululemon <\/span><\/p>\n

Oversized clothing<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Abercrombie<\/p>\n

I really like baggy stuff, like oversized hoodies and shorts. I really like Free People and Abercrombie & Fitch, and maybe White Fox. Charlie, 11<\/strong><\/p>\n

$38.21 at Abercrombie Kids <\/span>$128 at Free People <\/span><\/p>\n

Dog claw clips<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Anthropologie<\/p>\n

I really like dogs a lot and dachshunds are my favorite. Summer, 10<\/strong><\/p>\n

$6 at Target <\/span>$28 at Anthropologie<\/span><\/p>\n

Fingerless gloves<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Free People<\/p>\n

Because they are really soft and comfy, and I think they look cool. Della, 11<\/strong><\/p>\n

$38 at Free People <\/span><\/p>\n

Wide-leg sweatpants<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Abercrombie<\/p>\n

I want pants that are baggy but like, sweatpants that don\u2019t have a cuffed bottom. Della, 11<\/strong><\/p>\n

$29.71 at Abercrombie Kids<\/span><\/p>\n

Abercrombie sweatpants<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Abercrombie<\/p>\n

They look cute and they\u2019re probably cozy. Caroline, 11<\/strong><\/p>\n

$29.71 at Abercrombie Kids<\/span><\/p>\n

Pierced earrings subscription<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Pierced<\/p>\n

It\u2019s an earring brand that has seasonal and holiday items. Caroline, 11<\/strong><\/p>\n

From $15 at Pierced<\/span><\/p>\n

Nike Air <\/strong>Max Shoes<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Nike<\/p>\n

I think they\u2019re really stylish. Nolan, 11<\/strong><\/p>\n

$110.97 at Nike <\/span>$129.99 at Dick\u2019s Sporting Goods <\/span><\/p>\n

For the stuffed animal and toy collector<\/h2>\n

Mini Squishmallows stuffed animals<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Target<\/p>\n

They are fun to play with, and I have a little house for them so I can play with them and I\u2019m able to watch the show while I play with them. Nadia, 9<\/strong><\/p>\n

$4.99 at Target<\/span>$4.99 at GameStop <\/span><\/p>\n

Jellycat elephant plush toy<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Amazon<\/p>\n

I want the elephant one. It\u2019s so cute. Evie, 12<\/strong><\/p>\n

$35 at Harley Lilac <\/span>$36 at Amazon <\/span><\/p>\n

Hatchimals collectible toys<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Target<\/p>\n

You\u2019re able to take care of some of them, and there\u2019s some where you have to do certain stuff, and they\u2019re really fun. Nadia, 9<\/strong><\/p>\n

$11.99 at Target<\/span>$16.99 at Macy\u2019s <\/span><\/p>\n

Littlest Pet Shop collectible animal toys<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Target<\/p>\n

Lots of people play with them. People make videos of them. I watch those videos and I see them saying lines for them. I just think they\u2019re good to play with. Lennon, 10<\/strong><\/p>\n

$29.99 at Amazon<\/span>$19.99 at Target<\/span><\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Gamestop<\/p>\n

Eevee Pok\u00e9mon toy<\/strong><\/p>\n

Eevee is cute, of course. She\u2019s just a little fox. Lennon, 10<\/strong><\/p>\n

$10.97 at GameStop<\/span>$17.99 at Target<\/span><\/p>\n

For the thrill-seeker<\/h2>\n

Nerf guns<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Amazon<\/p>\n

They are a great way to interact with friends and maybe have a fun battle, which could increase your ability to focus. And it\u2019s fun. Noah, 11<\/strong><\/p>\n

$31 at Amazon <\/span>$33.99 at Macy\u2019s <\/span><\/p>\n

Electric scooter<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Amazon<\/p>\n

Lots of my friends have them, and I want them because they\u2019re fast and cool. Jackson, 11<\/strong><\/p>\n

$169 at Amazon<\/span>$196.62 at Lowe\u2019s <\/span><\/p>\n

Hoverboard<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Walmart<\/p>\n

My friend has a hoverboard and it\u2019s really fun. Smith, 10<\/strong><\/p>\n

$58 at Walmart <\/span>$109.99 at Jetson <\/span><\/p>\n

For the crafty and creative<\/h2>\n

Wicked <\/strong>Legos<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Target<\/p>\n

I like Wicked a lot and building Lego. It distracts me and I get concentrated. Summer, 10<\/strong><\/p>\n

$46.99 at Walmart <\/span>$52.99 at Target<\/span><\/p>\n

Needlepoint set<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Le Point Studio<\/p>\n

Some arts and crafts, and sets. Maybe a needlepoint set or a learn-to-crochet set. Della, 11<\/strong><\/p>\n

$45 at Le Point Studio<\/span><\/p>\n

KingArt markers<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Amazon<\/p>\n

I like drawing. I love foxes, so I draw lots of foxes. Lennon, 10<\/strong><\/p>\n

$17.97 at Amazon <\/span>$29.59 at KingArt<\/span><\/p>\n

Festive Gingerbread House <\/strong>Lego set<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Lego<\/p>\n

It helps you get smarter, it has rules and it\u2019s interactive. Nadia, 9<\/strong><\/p>\n

$39.99 at Lego <\/span><\/p>\n

Electric guitar<\/strong><\/p>\n

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<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Amazon<\/p>\n

I really want an electric guitar because I know someone who can give me lessons, and I think they\u2019re cool. Elsa, 11<\/strong><\/p>\n

$146.99 at Amazon <\/span>$149.99 at Walmart<\/span><\/p>\n

3D printer<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Amazon<\/p>\n

I want to make cool things with it. Nicholas, 10<\/strong><\/p>\n

$219 at Aoseed<\/span>$259.99 at Amazon <\/span><\/p>\n

Markers<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Amazon<\/p>\n

Alcohol markers do really well with blending. Charlie, 11<\/strong><\/p>\n

$19.99 at Amazon <\/span>$24.99 at Target<\/span><\/p>\n

For the gamer and techie<\/h2>\n

PlayStation gaming console<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Walmart<\/p>\n

Maybe a PlayStation. I like all the games. The popular ones are Fortnite. Peace, 11<\/strong><\/p>\n

$353.95 at Amazon<\/span>$474.98 at Walmart <\/span><\/p>\n

Roblox gift cards<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Target<\/p>\n

It has an infinite amount of games inside of it, so you can play any game you want basically. Jackson, 11<\/strong><\/p>\n

From $10 at Roblox<\/span>From $10 at Target<\/span><\/p>\n

Nintendo Switch gaming console<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Amazon<\/p>\n

A Nintendo Switch game or gift card, because playing a good video game is always a pleasure. Elysian, 11<\/strong><\/p>\n

$319.50 at Walmart<\/span>$329.99 at Amazon <\/span><\/p>\n

Apple Watch<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Amazon<\/p>\n

I need them for school, or just a normal watch because I need to look at the time. Peace, 11<\/strong><\/p>\n

$159.99 at Amazon <\/span>$199.99 at Walmart<\/span><\/p>\n

Yellow Apple iPad<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Amazon<\/p>\n

My iPad is really old, so I really want a new one, and I like the yellow coloring. Summer, 10<\/strong><\/p>\n

$299.99 at Walmart<\/span>$299 at Amazon<\/span><\/p>\n

Amazon Echo smart speaker<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Amazon<\/p>\n

My Siri never listens to me. Evie, 12<\/strong><\/p>\n

$99.99 at Amazon<\/span>$99.99 at Best Buy <\/span><\/p>\n

For the sports fan<\/h2>\n

Customized NFL team football<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Franklin Sports<\/p>\n

There\u2019s a football that has your favorite team on them. I think a lot of my friends play football, and a lot of my friends like that brand too. Smith, 10<\/strong><\/p>\n

$24.99 at Franklin Sports<\/span><\/p>\n

Massage gun<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Amazon<\/p>\n

I\u2019m an athlete and I need it for recovery. Nicholas, 10<\/strong><\/p>\n

$29.99 at Amazon<\/span><\/p>\n

Autographed sports posters<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Steiner Sports<\/p>\n

I think a lot of my friends are sports players and are asking for paintings. Smith, 10<\/strong><\/p>\n

From $14.99 at Steiner Sports<\/span><\/p>\n

Huupe smart mini basketball hoop<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Best Buy<\/p>\n

It has a TV screen and it calculates how many shots you made, and you can watch games on it. Smith, 10<\/strong><\/p>\n

$499 at huupe <\/span>$499.99 at Best Buy<\/span><\/p>\n

For the beauty and skincare lover<\/h2>\n

Ulta gift card<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Amazon<\/p>\n

I like Bubble skincare products a lot. Charlie, 11<\/strong><\/p>\n

From $10 at Ulta<\/span>From $15 at Amazon<\/span><\/p>\n

Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Revolve<\/p>\n

I really like the Pink Sugar flavor. Evie, 12<\/strong><\/p>\n

$24 for one at Sephora<\/span> $220 for set of 12 at Revolve<\/span><\/p>\n

Touchland Power Mist hydrating hand sanitizer<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Sephora<\/p>\n

I also want the Touchland Berry Bliss because it runs out, and I traded it for some ducky Squishy. Lizzy, 9<\/strong><\/p>\n

$10 at Touchland<\/span>$10 at Sephora<\/span><\/p>\n

For the star student and bookworm<\/h2>\n

Statione<\/strong>ry set<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Amazon<\/p>\n

I just came to middle school and I want stuff for school, especially stationery. Peace, 11<\/strong><\/p>\n

$19.78 at Amazon<\/span>$22.99 at Walmart<\/span><\/p>\n

Silent fidget toys<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Amazon<\/p>\n

I like silent fidgets because the teacher allows you to play with them in class. Molly, 11<\/strong><\/p>\n

$12.99 at Amazon<\/span><\/p>\n

Brain teaser<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Amazon<\/p>\n

Just a puzzle of some sort because they challenge me and are fun to solve. Elysian, 11<\/strong><\/p>\n

$20 at MoMA<\/span><\/p>\n

Harry Potter series box set<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Amazon<\/p>\n

I have watched all the movies. Irys, 9<\/strong><\/p>\n

$52.62 at Amazon<\/span>$52.62 at Target<\/span><\/p>\n

Wings of Fire-inspired merch<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span> Photograph: Courtesy of Amazon<\/p>\n

I really like the series. Pichamon, 11<\/strong><\/p>\n

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