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Best Gifts For 12-Year-Olds

The 35 Best Gifts For the 12-Year-Old in Your Life

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Kids who fall into the tween age group are notoriously hard to shop for but don't worry; we got you covered. From adorable home decor and fashion finds that fit their aesthetic to gadgets they'll use all the time, we curated a list of gifts and must-haves that will put a smile on that 12-year-old face. You can also shop according to their interests and hobbies. If the 12-year-old in your life loves photography, get them an Fujifilm Instax polaroid camera. If they are getting into the skin care and makeup, get them a beauty fridge. The best gift to get a 12-year-old is something that they will use and appreciate. Keep reading for our top picks.

— Additional reporting by Murphy Moroney

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1. Not Parent Approved: A Card Game For Kids, Families, and Mischief Makers

Not Parent Approved: A Card Game For Kids, Families, and Mischief Makers ($38) will turn your normal family game night on its head.

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Not Parent Approved: A Card Game For Kids, Families, and Mischief Makers
$38
from amazon.com
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2. LED Photo Clips String Lights

Help them show off some photos they've taken with this string of LED Photo Clip Lights ($18), which holds 50 photos.

LED Photo Clip Lights
$18
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3. 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.

Spikeball Ball Game Set
$56
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4. Pearl Boba Tea Mini Fridge 10

This Smoko Pearl Boba Tea Mini Fridge 10 ($109) is too cute and perfect for the one getting started on their skin-care journey.

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Smoko Pearl Boba Tea Mini Fridge 10
$109
from smokonow.com
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5. Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Ariel Candle

With a sea salt, lime, and basil scent, this Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Ariel Candle ($13) will give your space all the beachy vibes.

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Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Ariel Candle
$13
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6. Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Ariel Tie Dye Sweatshirt Throw and Eye Mask

Give this Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Ariel Tie Dye Sweatshirt Throw and Eye Mask ($30) to the chillest 12-year-old in your life. The throw is made of a cosy sweatshirt material!

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Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Ariel Tie Dye Sweatshirt Throw and Eye Mask
$30
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7. Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Belle Bookends

These "Booked For the Weekend" Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Belle Bookends ($30) would make such a great gift for an avid reader.

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Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Belle Bookends
$30
from target.com
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8. Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Moana Candle

This Caribbean starfruit-scented Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Moana Candle ($13) would make any beach-lover's day.

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Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Moana Candle
$13
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9. Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Moana Chenille Throw and Eye Mask

Plant-lovers, this Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Moana Chenille Throw and Eye Mask ($30) is about to top your wish list!

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Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Moana Chenille Throw and Eye Mask
$30
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10. Nintendo Switch Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit

The newest game for your tween's Nintendo Switch, Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit ($100), brings gaming to life through its real Mario Kart that drives through obstacles they can set up around the house.

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Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit
$100
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11. Colour-Changing Bluetooth Speaker

Listening to music just got funkier courtesy of this Colour-Changing Bluetooth Speaker ($20).

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Colour-Changing Bluetooth Speaker
$20
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12. Lego Star Wars The Child

The Lego Star Wars The Child Set ($80) has 1,073 pieces and is intended for kids ages 10 and up.

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Lego Star Wars The Child Set
$80
from lego.com
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13. HP Sprocket Portable Photo Printer

This HP Sprocket Portable Photo Printer ($150) prints out two-by-three photos on sticky-backed paper.

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HP Sprocket Portable Photo Printer
$150
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14. Sushi Go! Card Game

Sushi Go! Card Game ($9) is the perfect fast-paced game for a sleepover.

Sushi Go! Card Game
$9
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15. Candy Chemistry Kit

Combine STEM learning with their love of candy thanks to this Candy Chemistry Kit ($33).

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Candy Chemistry Kit
$33
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16. Penny Board

Your tween may be jonesin' for the day they'll be old enough to get their licence, but for now, this cute Penny Board ($34) should do!

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Penny Board
$34
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17. Nintendo Switch Lite

Change the way they do screen time with a Nintendo Switch Lite ($200) system, which is the latest addition to the Nintendo Switch family of systems completely dedicated to handheld play, allowing them to game on the go.

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Nintendo Switch Lite
$200
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18. Selfie Mic

Karaoke night got an upgrade thanks to the Selfie Mic ($18).

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Selfie Mic
$18
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19. Light-Up Corgi Slippers

These adorable Corgi Slippers ($40) look so fluffy.

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Corgi Slippers
$40
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20. The Emily & Meritt Black Cat Shape Backpack

This The Emily & Meritt Black Cat Shape Backpack ($80) is totally subtle but super adorable.

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The Emily & Meritt Black Cat Shape Backpack
$80
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21. Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Ariel Shell Trinket Tray

How darling is this opalescent Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Ariel Shell Trinket Tray
 ($10)? It's perfect for stashing their jewellery or trinkets on a bedside table.

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Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Ariel Shell Trinket Tray
$10
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22. Let's Start Coding Ultimate Coding Kit For Kids

If your tween has shown interest in computers, get them this Let's Start Coding Ultimate Coding Kit For Kids ($150). It comes with over 60 code projects that can help them learn if this is a career they would like.

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Let's Start Coding Ultimate Coding Kit For Kids
$150
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23. Smoko Tayto Potato Ambient Light

How cute is this Smoko Tayto Potato Ambient Light ($22)?

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Smoko Tayto Potato Ambient Light
$22
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24. Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Moana Planters

They can use these Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Moana Planters ($20 for three) as a place for stashing pens and pencils on their desk.

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Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Moana Planters
$20
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25. Smoko Lil B Dumpling Mochi Plush

This Smoko Lil B Dumpling Mochi Plush ($32) is too cute.

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Smoko Lil B Dumpling Mochi Plush
$32
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26. Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Beauty Organiser

This glam Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Beauty Organiser ($25) works as a jewellery box or place to store makeup.

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Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Beauty Organiser
$25
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27. 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 ($100) are extraspecial since they double as an adorable accessory.

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Censi Music Creative Cat Noise Canceling Headphones
$100
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28. Spalding NBA Over-the-Door Mini Basketball Hoop

You probably can't build a basketball court in their bedroom, but this Spalding NBA Over-the-Door Mini Basketball Hoop ($35) will still score big time!

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Spalding NBA Over-the-Door Mini Basketball Hoop
$35
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29. STMT DIY Crystal Terrarium

They can create their very own plant to hang with this creative STMT DIY Crystal Terrarium ($18).

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STMT DIY Crystal Terrarium
$18
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30. Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Moana Trinket Trays

These fun Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Moana Trinket Trays ($25) are a great place to store rings, keys, or anything that fits.

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Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Moana Trinket Trays
$25
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31. Fujifilm Instax Mini 11 Camera

The Fujifilm Instax Mini 11 Camera ($70) is the perfect gift for anyone who loves to capture moments.

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Fujifilm Instax Mini 11 Camera
$70
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32. Sonia Kashuk Essential Collection Complete Makeup Brush Set

From makeup newbies to professional beauty vloggers, the Sonia Kashuk Essential Collection Complete Makeup Brush Set ($40) is a must have.

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Sonia Kashuk Essential Collection Complete Makeup Brush Set
$40
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33. The Child Bitty Boomer

How adorable is this The Child Bitty Boomer ($14) Bluetooth speaker?

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The Child Bitty Boomer
$14
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34. Minions Kevin Waffle Maker

If they love all things minions, the Minions Kevin Waffle Maker ($40) will make them smile from ear to ear every morning.

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Minions Kevin Waffle Maker
$40
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35. Gummy Bear Lights

These Gummy Bear Lights ($28) will make the monsters hiding under the bed a thing of the past.

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Gummy Bear Lights
$28
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