I’m giving a gift to a 12yearold girl through a charity dedicated to “Christmas for Children” However, the sender hasn’t provided much information the gift and book lists simply state “Ageappropriate gifts and books” Do you have any gift suggestions that might appeal to a broader audience of 12yearolds
Vampires I hardly know any girls or women who don’t love vampires A journal set, a slime or lip gloss maker, or an Instax camera I’d choose a YA comic like Roller Girl, Awkward, or Nimona, a silly or cute coloring book and super cute crayons, or an anthology like Funny Girl, A Little Bit Super, or Flying Lessons, so I’m not tied to a specific author for the entire novel A super cute scarf and mitten set
Definitely Squishmallows Cozy socks, nail polish, a water bottle like Stanley, a warm blanket, a simple eyeshadow palette check out Elf’s 3 options, tinted lip balm andor lip gloss As for books, I’d lean toward graphic novels “Smile” or any Raina Telemeier novel, “The BabySitters Club” graphic novels, and I think classics like “Anne of Green Gables” are already available as graphic novels A “Percy Jackson” graphic novel or “Wings of Fire” are more genderneutral and fantasyoriented options
If I were you, I’d buy a Claire’s gift set and a copy of Terry Pratchett’s “Wee Free Men” Besides, I’ve never met a 12yearold boy who didn’t love fuzzy socks
Most high school students usually wear soft pajamas to school I also like a good hairbrush, glitter lip balm, and a movie ticket 2
Previously, I’ve included a stationeryjournal set with fun markers and gel pens, a braceletmaking kit, a pursefanny pack, a small speaker, nail polish, and a soft blanket If you know her name, the journal could include her initial Or a keychain or small bracelet with her initial on it Every year, I buy one or two lava lamps, as that’s usually her request, and everyone gets lip balm for holidays Twelveyearold girls are difficult, and I could be wrong At this age, I want them to at least include her favorite color Is she a tomboy or a girl
Claire’s is a good store maybe they also have deodorants A good quality toiletry bag that fits in your backpack would be helpful for storing makeup, feminine hygiene products, etc A good pair of pajamas would also be helpful
At that age, I loved crafting Maybe a craft kit
Craft kits Everything included Bead kits, reusable water bottle, stickers
My niece is eleven years old She wanted a white fox hoodie It’s expensive, but depending on your budget, you can buy it with other things I also bought her a small embroidery kit from Kohl’s And a scalp massage shampoo Maybe I’ll also buy her a fancy shampoo or something Last year she wanted a Beach Waver curling iron She always wants makeup, but some parents might not like it
Jellycat plushies are all the rage right now One of those instant cameras A cool LED light that projects on the wall A Lego set At this age, I might experiment with makeup, maybe fun skincare products like Target’s Bubble brand Honestly, I’d look to TikTok for inspiration for books and other things in general they like to post their Christmas lists there Here are some book recommendations from other community users
Thanks everyone You have so many great suggestions I really appreciate it
This age is complicated, and it’s hard to know all the details for a little girl Perhaps you could consult with the art director This list is full of ideas
The BabySitters Club book series begins with the first three books It’s always fun
Soft vampires, no doubt Charm bracelets, pens, patterned coloring books for older kids, perfumes, shower gels, and lotions from Bath and Body Works At 12, I choked on a Polaroid camera Here are five budgetfriendly gift ideas A manicure kit I know, rubber cats are the new trend You could treat yourself to a mood lamp, a soft blanket, and a small grooming basket with face masks, lotions, aloe vera socks, an overnight mask, and hair ties