Are you looking for the perfect gift for your kids? As my kids get older, I find myself having to get more creative about gifts for the holidays and birthdays. This post includes a well-researched list of practical gifts for kids.
Montessori believes children find joy through work. So, you may not find a list of toys for 8-year-olds or the best toys for a 12-year-old girl. What you will find are practical gifts for boys and girls.
Some items listed you may find unusual gifts but trust me these gift ideas for kids will go a long way with engaging a child and igniting a desire to want to learn more.
Gift Ideas for 8 to 12-Year-Olds
Root Beer Home Brew Kit
I can’t wait to see the look on my boys' eyes when they open up this kit!
Not only does this kit makes gallons of naturally-carbonated creamy and delicious root beer., but it also allows kids to explore the science of CO2 produced as a by-product of yeast metabolism.
Flint & Striker
My son has been asking for this set for years! I think this year marks the right tone for the gift to my 9-year-old!
Whittling Kit
The gloves hooked me on finally getting after a whittling kit for my boys. Kids get to carve a spoon igniting their desire to want to carve more!
Hot Glue Gun Kit
My oldest spends hours with his glue gun inventing creations with cardboard, straws, craft sticks, and loads of other items.
Swiss Army Knife
Compact, agile, and ready to face any adventure head-on. Our range of Swiss Army Knives has been established since 1897 and continues to be an icon of utility and smart design.
At their heart, pocket knives are a survival tool; multitaskers that deliver in any situation. At their most evolved they have surpassed basic function to pioneer space travel and restart engines.
Other Gift Guides for Kids
- Easy & Inexpensive Teacher Christmas Gifts
- Your Go-To for Gifts for Boys
- Montessori Toys: A Gift Guide for Elementary
- My Top Picks for Holiday Gifts for Montessori Teachers
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