The Best Gifts for Tweens to Teens: Holiday Gift Guide 2022

 

The Best Gifts for Tweens to Teens: Holiday Gift Guide 2022

The Best Gifts for Tweens to Teens: Holiday Gift Guide 2022

Tweens can be pretty challenging to buy during the holidays , especially when almost everything they want is app or tablet related. As parents of this age group, we get it. We, like you, have to research and give thought to the gift- it doesn’t matter if it is some small item or a significant gift- it all needs to be a hit and it wouldn’t hurt if we are also happy with the gift!
These  gifts are all items we adore and so will your tween or teen!

 

Dr. Seuss™ The Grinch Slippers

Many tweens and teens love to be cozy, so these Mr. Grinch slippers with grippers at the sole are perfect stock stuffer gifts and perfect for a favorite teen pastime lounging. $16.99, claires.com.

 

 

Jet Set Needlepoint New York Pillow

New York kids are like no other and should be celebrated, which is why we love this crafty pillow that can go from a tween-bedroom college dorm room to a family keepsake. $98, jonathanadler.com.

 

 

Trivial Pursuit: Marvel Cinematic Universe Ultimate Edition 

Your teen can embark on the ultimate Marvel knowledge quest with their fellow MCU teammates by tackling 1,800 questions from Phases 1-3, aiming for those epic infinity wedges like Power and Space to claim victory, all while navigating the Marvel-themed game board with fantastic movers like the Tesseract and Loki’s Scepter and more. Ages 12 and up.  $48, amazon.com.

 

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Crayola® X Kohl’s High Pile Fleece Fanny Pack

No more “dont forget this” or “don’t forget that.” For this fun Crayola x Kohl’s collection is perfect for your tween. The pop of color is easy to find and wear and, most importantly, stylish and can be worn every day of the week. $16, Kohls.com.

 

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS THE YAWNING PORTAL

If you are looking to give fewer electronic gifts and more classic gifts, you’ll love this board game. Based on kids’ favorite game (and movie!)- players, inspired by a beloved game and movie, engage in a culinary quest, matching food tokens with orders on Hero cards to earn gems and points, with strategic gem placements adding a layer of precision to their moves. Ages 12+, $40, amazon.com.

 

Pokémon™ Scarlet & Violet Obsidian Flames Blind Bag – Styles May Vary

This may count more as a stocking stuffer or a bonus gift, but for a true Pokémon™ fan, it will be deeply appreciated—this Scarlet & Violet trading card game. There are ten mystery trading cards and one basic energy card. We would tell you how the game works, but at this point, #iykyk- enough said – happy holidays! Ages 6 +, $10, claires.com.

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Yuletide Factory

<p>Fill your hearts with circus cheer—the merry daredevils of Cirque Mechanics (Zephyr, 2023) are back with an industrial-strength spectacular for you and your kin. Sparkling with holiday spirit, the ever energetic ensemble of acrobats transforms a drab assembly plant into a holly jolly Yuletide Factory! From the wonder of the German wheel to festive flips from the trampoline wall, they dash and dance through a pageant of powerhouse stunts with grins and goodwill. It’s high-flying fun, comfort and joy for the whole family!</p>

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