30 Creative, Cool Gifts for Kids They're Sure to Love

These cool building blocks snap together like Legos—but are made with more eco-friendly wood instead.  (Bonus: If your kiddo already has Legos, these bricks will work with their existing collections as well.) 

Your future rock god or goddess will be riffing in no time with this scaled-down take on the classic electric guitar, with the amp built right in. Flashcards and a fun augmented-reality game will help them learn songs in no time flat, and it comes in three different sizes, depending on your rock star's age and size.

Give a gift and an activity at the same time with this complete art experience. These kits come with specially curated sets of art materials, plus access to live online creating sessions with educators from the world-famous Guggenheim. Each order includes all the required materials and registration to six live classes.

For little ones with a passion for jewelry and shiny accessories (their parents', usually) give this flashy set, which will give them the glamour they crave without risking valuables. For ages three and up.

This soft, 18-inch doll has a good message for kids: Be kind. Each Kind Culture Co. doll comes with a kindness kit, packed with tokens for kids to pass around reminding themselves and others to be kind, show gratitude, share love, and more. The doll itself is cute and cuddly, sure, but it's also a sweet reminder to be fair to others.

Written for adults and kids to read together and published by a Black-owned company, this book is designed to teach kids how to understand and react with empathy to others' feelings. It's a meaningful book that can help them develop compassion and respect—and its bright cover means it'll look great on a bookshelf or nightstand when it's not being read.

Bring their favorite on-screen game to life with this new, real-world course building kit from Nintendo. They can arrange a real course in the living room or play room and guide Mario's cart through it on their Nintendo Switch. They'll love the classic Mario Kart gameplay combined with the real-world activity of setting up their course, and the whole family will love watching the course come to life on the big screen when it's racing time.

Refresh their threads with these artist-designed t-shirts. You have thousands of trendy, clever, and cute options to pick from (though we're partial to this adorable sloth) and can pick the just-right color to give them a shirt they'll love. Sizes from toddler to child's large are available.

This 424-page tome is the perfect gift for any curious kids. New this year and teeming with specially commissioned illustrations and gorgeous photography, the encyclopedia will allow them to explore science, history, and more all from the comfort of home.

Maybe they have a hard time falling asleep at night; maybe they experience anxiety about school or friends throughout the day. Help alleviate some of their stress with this child-sized weighted blanket, which is pretty enough for them to leave in the living room or their bedroom and filler-free, so there's no uncomfortable bunching. The eight-pound weight is perfect for kids aged 4-14 to stimulate the gentle pressure of being hugged when you can't be there to do it yourself.

With this adorable playset, kids will be enjoying high tea with the best of them. Encourage them to plan and host tea parties, serve their guests, and sample new treats (perhaps with a little culinary support from their parents), all with a beautiful toy that's more decor than eyesore.

Decorated for kids, this small speaker brings the power of Alexa to the playroom or their bedroom. It's packed with kid-friendly content (your purchase comes with a year subscription of Amazon Kids+) including games, audiobooks, and educational skills. Easy-to-use parental controls means adults can make sure the activities are appropriate while still giving kids a little room to explore.

Hand-beaded by African artisans, these figurines are the perfect adornment for their bookshelf or dresser. Now, they'll love a new piece of decoration to admire. In a few years, they'll appreciate that this gift for kids helps support women and their families in another corner of the world through fair wages, training, and other aid. Each figurine is one of a kind, so give them a gift card and they'll be able to shop around (with adult support) for the right, available critter.

Introduce little ones to this board game classic, with the original board and tin you remember. Whether you keep the tin on display to indulge your nostalgia or you pull the game out every night, the whole family will enjoy this great gift for kids.

See the stars from the comfort of your own home with this smart projector. It comes with a rotating night sky mode, plus stationary slides for looking at planets, constellations, and more. Even if the world feels small (and a trip to the planetarium isn't doable), this clever tool is the next-best thing.

Let little ones join in on the home maintenance fun—or let them mimic their parents' handiness—with this clever toolbox, which contains a working toy drill, a hammer, nails and screws, and more. The box itself has buttons they can press to learn about the tools they're using (plus fun songs).

Filled with everything little ones need to develop little green thumbs, this kit lets kids nurture vegetables and herbs, even if they don't have a yard to work in. The growbag lets them work on a patio or balcony (or a larger space), and the fully rooted starter plants sets them up for success.

This short-sleeved tee is the perfect reminder that your little one is going somewhere. Whether they have political leanings or just a quick mouth, they'll love sporting this shirt at school and everywhere else they go.

Toddlers will ride in style atop this vintage-inspired push trike.

Get all the beloved picture books in Jon Klassen's hat trilogy (I Want My Hat Back, This Is Not My Hat, and We Found a Hat), along with a frame-worthy print.

Each box of educational books and playthings is tailored to a baby's or toddler's cognitive growth stage.

Promote emotional learning by pairing snuggly toys with a book on a big topic, like authenticity or self-esteem.

This illustrated storybook shares classic fairy tales with gorgeous images to pull in kids too young to read. Smaller readers will enjoy reading the stories anew (or having them read to them); bigger ones will like seeing their favorite tales presented in a fresh, colorful way.

Made from pine wood, this bright building block kit has 74 painted pieces that can be nested and stacked to build towers, homes, parks, and more inspired by the New York City skyline. This gift is recommended for ages six and older, but even older kids can get into the city-building.

This updated version of Amazon's best-selling Kindle line gives kids the gift of reading. Your purchase comes with a 10th generation Kindle, 1 year of Amazon Kids+ programming, a kid-friendly cover (four styles are available), and a 2-year guarantee. With the free subscription, kids can enjoy top book titles and series, and included tools help kids learn new words as they read.

A whimsical writing instrument for your artistic kid and their creative pals to take to the streets. This trio includes two rainbow horns and one wrapped in gold (but writes white).

How many times do your kids beg to play I Spy on long road trips? Now you can take this version of the timeless game, based on the best-selling book series, indoors for family game night. Pick a card and hunt down an item from the card on the game board. There are eight different game boards so your family can play over and over without repetition (a great bonus for your own level of enjoyment). Children don't need to be able to read to play this game, so it's a good choice for young children or siblings of different ages.

He wants to be just like you—at least for now. Relish it while it lasts and gift a metal toy cart that looks just like the one he sees you pushing around at the grocery store. He will love loading it up with all the toy fruit and pantry items in his pretend kitchen; you'll admire its sleek lines. The front of the cart features a chalkboard sign for writing his name, shopping list, or just making a pretty picture. Suitable for ages three and up, the cart measures approximately 18 inches long, 10 inches wide, and 18.5 inches high.

We begin to form habits form earlier in life than you might think. Help kids learn to make smart choices when it comes to the food they eat at a young age with this sturdy wooden set, which features items from all five food groups. Not only does it make play time feel a little bit more real, but it also introduces new foods and fosters an understanding of the food pyramid. If you want to go the extra mile, opt for the set that comes with companion pantry products or canned goods. Suitable for ages three and up.

Ideal for your little thrill-seeker, this wheeler is unlike any other scooter on the block—and definitely an upgrade from the red wagon you had as a kid. The low-to-the-ground, stable rider, which features 16-inch wheels, can spin 360 degrees and is arm-powered for mobility in every direction. An ergonomic seat, comfortable grips, and a wide metal frame ensure comfort, so she'll be zipping around the driveway for hours on end and burning lots of energy at the same time. Just be prepared for a lot of "Hey, watch this!". Suitable for kids ages three to seven years old, 60 pounds and under.