Another party? Tomorrow? But didn’t you just buy a present yesterday? How many kids are in your child’s class again? With all the occasions in a child’s life, gift-giving can feel like a never-ending loop of goods stamped with cartoon characters and Hannah Montana. Buying a thoughtful — or at least creative — present can get sidelined in the interest of finding something fast. Then you cross your fingers and hope the kid enjoys it for longer than the duration of the party. To help, Real Simple assembled an age-specific guide- — so the next time you need a gift, you’ll be ready. (In the meantime, consider express shipping.)

Newborn to 1 Year

Ages 1 to 3

Ages 3 to 5

Ages 5 to 7

Ages 7 to 10

Ages 10 to 14