Best Gifts For Tweens
The 25 Best Tween Gifts of 2019 Are Here
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Not little kids, but not quite teens, tweens can be a difficult group to please when it comes to shopping. But with our list of gifts, you're sure to get a smile from the biggest kids (but don't call them that!) in your life. From gifts for computer lovers to mini fashionistas, these presents are perfect for kids aged 9-14 who can't wait to grow up but still can't resist a cool toy or two.
— Additional reporting by Krista Jones
1 Fujifilm Instax Mini Camera
Snap fun memories they can keep forever on this Fujifilm Instax Mini Camera (£70).
2 Boden 7 Pack Sock Box - Woodland Friends
These Boden 7 Pack Sock Box - Woodland Friends (£20) are so cute, we almost want them for ourselves.
3 Pusheen FOX013 Crochet Craft Kit
4 Skinnydip Wireless Earbuds
Corded headphones, be gone with these Skinnydip Wireless Earbuds (£35). They also come in pink, marble, and white.
5 Thames & Kosmos Crystal Growing Kit
They can conduct up to 15 cool experiments with this Thames & Kosmos Crystal Growing Kit (£30).
6 Fjällräven Re-Kånken
Upgrade their backpack with this Fjällräven Re-Kånken (£80) made entirely from polyester recycled from plastic bottles.
7 Urbanears Plattan 2 Bluetooth
Take their love of music to the next level, with these luxe Urbanears Plattan 2 Bluetooth (£90).
8 Horrible Science Explosive Experiment Kit
If your kid has a curious mind, this Horrible Science Explosive Experiment Kit (£18) is perfect. It helps your child to explore and learn the basics of science, from chemical reactions to the use of scientific tools.
9 Zimo Make Your Own Ukulele Kit
Before you invest in the electric guitar your tween is begging for, why not let them try their hand at this StewMac Ukulele Kit (£70). The DIY kit includes an unfinished preassembled body, guitar neck, and strings. Once they've put the four-string guitar together, they can customise it with paint or other decorations.
10 Spikeball Ball Game Set
This fast-paced Spikeball Ball Game Set (£56) gets your squad up and moving. And since it can accommodate up to four players, you won't have to worry about taking turns.
11 Tamagotchi 42805 Unicorn
Remember this Tamagotchi 42805 Unicorn (£16)? Now they can have one, too.
12 Buffalo Classic Sneaker Fur Pink
If they're totally into kicks, snag these Buffalo Classic Sneaker Fur Pink (£225).
13 Tech Will Save Us micro:mega Pack
If your tween has shown interest in computers, get them this Tech Will Save Us micro:mega Pack (£50).
14 The Awesome Game of Meme
15 Impala Rollerskates Marawa Quad Roller Skates
These cute Impala Rollerskates Marawa Quad Roller Skates (£110) would be so much fun.
16 Creativity For Kids Grow 'N Glow Terrarium
They will learn to grow and tend to a tiny garden with this Creativity For Kids Grow 'N Glow Terrarium (£19). It also doubles as fun decor.
17 Silver Viscount 25-1 8-Stitch Starter Sewing Machine
The budding fashion designer can kick-start their first collection with this Silver Viscount 25-1 8-Stitch Starter Sewing Machine (£130).
18 Thames & Kosmos Master Detective Toolkit Experiment Kit
If you know a tween who loves to solve mysteries, no doubt they need this Thames & Kosmos Master Detective Toolkit Experiment Kit (£37).
19 Comme Des Garcons Play White PLAY x Converse 70s Chuck Taylor All Star Low Shoe
No one can deny these supercool Comme Des Garcons Play White PLAY x Converse 70s Chuck Taylor All Star Low Shoe (£110).
20 Censi Music Creative Cat Noise Canceling Headphones
You can never go wrong gifting a pair of headphones, but these Censi Music Creative Cat Noise Canceling Headphones (£70) are extra special since they double as an adorable accessory.
21 Thames & Kosmos Kids First Chemistry Set
22 Blinger
This Blinger (£19) comes with 75 gems that they can use to decorate their nails, hair, clothes, shoes, accessories, and so much more with.
23 National Geographic Glow in the Dark Earth and Stars
They can decorate their room with this National Geographic Glow in the Dark Earth and Stars (£8).
24 Hasbro Simon Air Game
This 1970s memorisation Hasbro Simon Air Game (£15) gets a modern makeover that kids of all ages will love.
25 Robo Wunderkind Starter Kit
Give them a head start on the wonderful world of coding with this Robo Wunderkind Starter Kit (£155).
