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So, if you know me at all, then you know that I have two precious little girls, so my life is full of baby dolls and Barbies, shopkins, American Girl dolls and stuffed animals. Did I mention dolls? We also are obsessed with play kitchens and real kitchens and baking and all of the girly things you could ever imagine.
Side note: Isn’t it amazing that you don’t have to teach a girl to wrap a baby in a blanket and put a bottle to its mouth. Sure there are girls out there who aren’t interested in playing with baby dolls, but would rather play with super heroes, which is totally fine. But I didn’t have to make either of my daughters want to play with girly toys. They just picked them up and started playing with them. Funny how that happens!
The Best Gifts for Elementary-Aged Girls
1. Personalized Baking Apron – I don’t know about your kiddos, but mine love to spend quality time with me in the kitchen. We have matching aprons that my sister-in-law made for us, but if you don’t have an awesome SIL to make yours, these are the next best thing! Give her the gift of quality time with you (with cute matching aprons)! And if you’re not a baker, the Easy Bake Oven works just as well! 😉 Girls’ American Girl Apron | Apron for Mom or Grandma | Apron for American Girl Doll
Tip: Williams Sonoma has an entire line of cooking sets for Elementary Age girls. If you have a budding cook, grab her a cooking set and an apron. They also have cookbooks, bakeware and aprons for your doll!
2. Never Forget a Face Matching Game – Love this matching game for a fun-filled competition that also sharpens recognition and memory skills, all while learning about other cultures!
3. Mermaid Sequin Pillows – Have you seen these?!? They are these gorgeous reversible sequined pillows. We bought these last year for our girls and they love them! Not only are they super cute, but they are super soft on one side and the sequin side is so addictive and soothing. Kind of comforting in a way!
4. Activity Bucket – The perfect gift for a girl who loves crafting! Filled with 404 items, like colored craft sticks, glitter glue, beads, key holder, pom-poms, sticker sheets, beads, foam pieces, chenille stems, and craft glue. What?!? My girls would LOVE this!
5. PJ’s – We always get the girls PJ’s at Christmas. First, because they always seem to need some new winter pj’s this time of year. And secondly, we (or really just me 😜) love giving them matching pj’s at Christmas for cute Christmas morning pics! I couldn’t resist these adorable nutcracker pajamas!
6. Kindle Fire Tablet – I have heard over and over and over again that this is THE best tablet for kids. Everyone I know says it’s SO much better than handing their kiddo an iPad. So, guess what my girls got last year? 😁 The perks are hands-down the best parental controls out there, the open app platform (you can add and delete apps at your choosing) and the 2-year no-questions-asked replacement policy. We use them all the time!
7. Maxi Kick Scooter – These scooters are the best scooters for kids on the market and worth every penny. I did my research two years ago and got one for my 6-year-old and she rides it every day! The 2 front wheels make it easy to maneuver. It also has technology that uses the child’s body weight to turn it instead of just turning the wheel. This teaches them how to turn a bike as well! Awesome! We got my youngest daughter the Micro Mini Kick Scooter for Christmas last year, so they ride together all the time now! (They rides up and down the halls of the house during the winter and the wheels don’t leave any residue on the floors. I love them for getting a little exercise in the colder months.)
8. Fingerlings (Interactive Baby Monkey) – My girls are obsessed with any kind of interactive pet toy, so when I saw these last fall, I knew I had to get them for my girls. They are still super popular this year and my girls love them!
9. Books – Reading is always something we want to encourage in our girls. As we are in the midst of learning to read, good books that keep my daughter’s interest are so valuable. We’ve fallen in love with the Magic Treehouse series. These beginner chapter books are great for the emerging reader! We also love the spunky Junie B. Jones books that she can now read on her own.
10. Karaoke Microphone – My daughter has been begging for a microphone for years. I’m finally getting her this one after doing tons of research. I love that this one syncs to the iPhone through and app and allows her to sing her favorite songs. She’s going to be so excited to open this Christmas morning!
11. Sleeping Bag – This age is when kiddos start to gain some independence and sleep over at friend’s houses or go to Grandma’s house for the weekend. Send her off in style with an adorable animal sleeping bag with a built-in pillow! Aren’t these darling?!?
12. Jewelry Box – What better way to preserve her budding jewelry collection than with this gorgeous keepsake jewelry box?
13. American Girl Mega Bloks Sets – These awesome building sets combine a girl’s love for the American Girl’s brand and building blocks. I know so many girls who love these and it’s definitely on our wish list this year!
14. Paint a Rock Pet – I know that painting rocks has become popular of late. But what about painting a rock pet that looks like an actual pet? This fox looks so cute! {Even though I’d never want a fox for a pet!}
15. Play Makeup – My girls loooove to get into my makeup and play with it. But that’s not always my favorite thing for them to do. Now they can pretend to put on makeup with play makeup that looks very realistic! I can’t wait for my 4-year-old to open this on Christmas morning!
16. Mermaid Sequin Bracelets – My girls loved getting these in their stockings last year to match their mermaid pillows! I’ve already ordered my girls these for their stockings and the pillows are at the top of their wish lists!
17. American Girl Dolls – My girls have been huge fans of these dolls since they could hold a baby. We started with the Bitty Baby series when they were 2, and then have moved into the realm of Wellie Wishers and now American Girl Dolls. They are quality, well-made, have so many fun accessories and last forever. American Girl even has an AG hospital you can send your doll to if she needs repairs. Love this company!
I know that any girl on your list will love these gifts, so purchase with confidence! Happy shopping!
Which gift is your favorite?
If you have a favorite that’s not listed here, let us know in the comments!
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