The countdown is on and while your shopping may be completely done and wrapped and under the tree, I bet there are a few of us who are scrambling to finish off the list. And if you’re like me, you’d rather do anything than brave the mall or busy shopping areas the weekend before Christmas. I’ve gotten to the point where I do 80% of my shopping through Amazon and with Prime membership, you just can’t beat the deals and ease of getting everything you need, quickly and for {more often than not} the best price around.
So for those who need a few fresh ideas of what to grab your hard to buy for kiddos or your niece or nephew, we’re sharing this list of popular gifts for kids that are more than toys. They are interactive and educational, creative and inspirational. These are some of our favorite gems and they are perfect for last minute gifting!
The best part is. . .you don’t even have to leave your house! All of these items are available with Amazon Prime free 2 day shipping. If you haven’t yet joined Amazon Prime, I can give you a few reasons beyond simple holiday shopping to try it today. {See below for my case for Prime.}
Last Minute Gifts for Kids that are More than Toys
Create Your Own Book Kit – We are really into these kits in our house. Kids write and illustrate their own story or comic book then you send it away to be printed! I love that you can choose a more girly kit {Illustory} or something for boys {Comic Book Kit}.
Eye Found It Game – This is our favorite family night game and it’s perfect for families with kids of different ages. My kiddos {7 and 4} both love this one. Choose from several different versions depending on the interests of your crew.
Djeco Paper Airplanes – I am in love with anything Djeco makes. These sophisticated art kits are so well thought-out and made. They take paper airplane making to the next level for sure!
Butterfly Garden – The gift that keeps on giving as you invite cute caterpillars into your home and watch them transform into beautiful butterflies! This is a wonderfully adventurous and educational gift for kids.
Magic School Bus Science Kit – Did you know that this classic is making a come back next year with an offshoot on Netflix? Magic School Bus 360 will air in 2016 so why not get the kids in your life ready to learn with these fun science kits?
Goldieblox – Creative and innovative girls will love joining the adventures of Goldieblox! Each kit comes with a story book and companion engineering activity that teaches girls how things work.
StoryCubes – My budding writer {age 7} LOVES her Story Cubes. She takes them along when we are out and about and she wants something to do. The cubes include pictures to inspire storytelling. Roll the dice and come up with a story that includes each item pictured.
Zoob Car Designer – For boys who love to build and love cars! Zoob is an award winning building set with pieces that move after you put them together making the creative possibilities endless. Set makes up to three cars at once {so you can race them of course, vroom vroom}.
Spot It! – Can someone please tell me the science behind this game?! How do they guarantee that two items will match on every card combination? It blows my mind. This simple card game is a favorite among kids of all ages. It makes the perfect stocking stuffer!
Creativity for Kids, Creativity Can – One large container that stores a bunch of craft supplies? Yes, please! If your kids like to craft then this can ‘o creativity is a must have! Think of the hours of fun they will have over Christmas break making masterpieces.
Wikki Stix – What’s not to love about sticks that bend and stick to each other to make structures and animals and. . . Wikki Stix make a create, practical stocking stuffer!
Plan Toys Peg Board – How cute is this peg board for busy little hands? I love these toys that promote fine motor skill development, color recognition and pattern play!
Backyard Safari Field Tools – The whole line of Backyard Safari toys are adorably adventurous. With the mild weather we are having here in the USA, your kiddos just might be able to use these toys into the new year!
So many fun gift ideas that are more than just toys!
Thinking about trying Amazon Prime? Here are my favorite features that are well worth $99 per year:
- Free 2 day shipping, getting last minute gifts to you before Christmas Eve, without you leaving your house!
- Amazon Photo, cloud photo storage {I dropped my $100/year Dropbox subscription}
- Amazon Prime Video, so many great movies and shows stream for free!
- Amazon Prime Now! Is it available in your area? I tried it last week for the first time and Wow! A must-have service for busy moms!!
Have you done the bulk of your shopping online? What are some of your favorite Amazon finds for kids?
Happy gifting friends!
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