Too old for toys, too young for a car, and somehow very specific about their water bottle. Shopping for tweens is its own challenge, so I’ve rounded up Christmas gifts for tweens that give you somewhere to start—from creative projects and basketball gear to cute jewelry and room upgrades.
Colorful Mahjong Tile Set
A cute mahjong set for the tween who’s ready to join the table. A fun way to start a hobby you can enjoy together.Buddha Board
Paint with water and watch your designs slowly disappear. A relaxing gift for creative tweens—and a little break from screens.Owala FreeSip Water Bottle
A colorful water bottle for school, sports, and the inevitable “where’s my water bottle?” search before leaving the house.Birthstone Necklace Gift Set
A thoughtful jewelry gift with a personal touch. Pretty for everyday wear and special enough to wrap up for Christmas.LEGO Donkey Kong Arcade Set
A retro arcade-inspired LEGO build for tweens who love gaming. Half the fun is putting it together, then finding the perfect spot to display it.Bike Handlebar Bluetooth Speaker
A bike-mounted speaker for bringing favorite music along for the ride. A fun gift for the tween who goes everywhere on two wheels.Spalding TF DNA Smart Basketball
A basketball that pairs with an app to bring something extra to practice. A Christmas gift for the kid who’s always working on their shot.Kitsch Cherry Satin Pillowcase
A silky satin pillowcase with a cute cherry print. An easy bedroom update for the tween who’s making their space their own.
