Looking for Gift Ideas for Tween Girls? Finding gifts for tweens can be incredibly challenging. As the name implies, these kids are poised on the brink of childhood and adolescence, making understanding their likes and wants rather illusive. The key to a savvy gift is to find activities that fit with your tween’s interests or relate to things they already have and enjoy. Your gift will likely be as unique as your tween, but here are some great ideas that are popular among girls this age, regardless of what appeals to them.
Gift ideas for tween girls
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Day at the Spa
At this age, girls love experimenting with beauty products, and nail art is a fun and non-permanent way to develop these interests. This kit includes nail polish, press-on nails, nail art stickers and more. Plenty of accessories and supplies for a nail art party!
Alex Super Mani Pedi Party
SmartLab Toys All Natural Spa LabCreativity for Kids Glitter Nail ArtSpa Day – Photo Booth Props Kit –SmartLab Toys All-Natural Spa DayOrbeez Luxury Spa with Baby Sock Monkey
Quality Art Set
At this age, kids are ready to move up from typical crayons and pencils and can begin to practice with higher quality art supplies such as pastels. Stored in a beautiful wooden box, this set by Art 101 offers storage for included pencils, watercolor paints, and pastels. Throw in an “adult” coloring book, and your tween will ready for hours of quiet enjoyment.
Crayola Inspiration Art Case: Art Tools, 140 Pieces,Art 101 142-Piece Wood Art SetALEX Toys Artist Studio Portable Art SetArt 101 Kids 154-Piece Trifold Easel Art SetMelissa & Doug Deluxe Combo Scratch Art Set:Nicole- 120pc Kid’s Art Set
Trendy t-shirts
Choosing clothes for a tween can be rather difficult – as they assert their personal style in their wardrobe, it can be hard to determine what will fit their tastes exactly. However, t-shirts with cute sayings or graphics are popular among this age group, and the countless array of selections means there is something out there for every young girl.
Women’s Funny Tea Quote T-shirt, It’s A TeaAndre’s Unisex Adult’s Short Sassy Cute And ClassyWomens Vintage Chicks Funny Cute Baby Chick EasterAndre’s Unisex Adult’s A Basic Week Of EveryWomens Ya’ll Need Jesus Funny Southern Religious SundayBig Girls Foil Print Words Tee Pink M
Vision Board Kit
Vision boards have become the rage all over social media. These types of visual dream boards can be incredibly powerful for tween girls who are attempting to identify and define the type of person they want to be. Kits make it easy for girls to personalize their board – this Craftivity kit features a wooden board for decorating and decoupage – complete with detailed instructions. Buy two and make one for yourself with your tween!
Thrift Shop Ephemera Pack by Tim Holtz Idea-ology,CRAFTIVITY – Dare to Dream Board – CompleteOrgaNice Cork Board / Bulletin Board – 4xSiCoHome Scrapbooking Supplies with Paper Stickers Punches andALEX Toys Craft Friends 4 Ever ScrapbookEcho Park Paper Company Captured Life Collection KitJust My Style Ultimate Scrapbook by Horizon Group
Inspirational jewelry
Like other accessories, these choices are incredibly personal for tweens. However, selecting a beautiful inspirational piece can help your tween send an empowering message in a timeless and classic way. Choose necklaces or bracelets in neutral colors or metals that will blend with their existing collection.
Pick Up Sticks Jewerly Co. Charm Necklace –ELOI Always Remember You Are Braver Than YouInspirational Necklace Swallow Pendant For Woman Teen GirlsPick Up Sticks Jewerly Co. Charm Necklace –WUSUANED Minimal Bow and Arrow Adjustable Cuff CopperUdobuy Stainless Steel Pendant Always Remember You Are
Lip Gloss
Lip gloss and flavored chap stick remain consistent favorites for young girls. Choose a set of chap sticks that are bright and colorful with lots of flavor/color options – she’ll have one for every occasion. Alternatively, if your tween is crafty, she may enjoy making her own lip balm using a DIY kit.
Expressions Girl / 7-piece Flavored Lip Gloss SetLip Smacker Liquid Lip Gloss Friendship Pack, 5Lip Smackers Coca Cola Fanta Sprite Coke Bargs,DIY Lip Balm Making Kit by Kiss NaturalsCreativity for Kids Make Your Own Lip BalmProject Mc2 Create Your Own Lip Balm Lab
Throw blanket
Fleece throw blankets are a perennial favorite, and not just among tweens. She’ll love cuddling up under a cute and fuzzy blanket as she reads, watches TV, or hangs out with friends. The options are endless and affordable. Choose something that appeals to her interests or something classic she’ll enjoy for years.
Fu Store Mint Green Mermaid Tail Blanket ForCozy Fleece Cozy Plush Throw Blanket, 50 by 60Blankie Tails Mermaid Tail Blanket (Adult/Teen Size) (Rainbow
Learn to Crochet Kit
The years of early adolescence are great ones to establish or explore lifelong hobbies. Knitting and crochet may seem like old lady activities, but modern women and girls are embracing these activities with a modern twist. There are countless kits available, try choosing one that offers several projects to complete and clear instructions.
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Clay Charm Kit
While PlayDoh might be falling out of favor for your tween, the explosion of polymer clay options means that girls don’t have to give up this activity! By selecting a clay kit, your tween will not only get illustrated instructions to guide her through projects, but she can complete projects to wear and display.
Klutz Make Clay Charms Craft KitKlutz Make Glitter Clay Charms Craft KitCreativity for Kids Clay KeychainsFirefly by Sculpey – 40 Pc Mega Oven-BakeKLUTZ Make Your Own Mini Erasers ToyElmer’s Clay Kit # 1 Teachers Brand
Lego Architecture sets
Legos have grown up, right along with your girl. While most Lego sets are designed to appeal to kids of all ages, Lego now offers a new line geared more towards older kids and adults. Lego Architecture offers a wide variety of sets, allowing builders to create landmarks from all over the world. Choose a kit from a place your tween has visited or maybe would one day like to go.
LEGO Architecture London 21034 Building KitLEGO Architecture Venice 21026LEGO Architecture 21019 The Eiffel TowerLEGO Architecture New York City 21028LEGO Architecture 21030 United States Capitol Building KitLEGO Architecture 21013 Big Ben
Journal or writing prompt book
Writing is a valuable form of development and self-expression. As tween girls start to determine who they would like to be as they develop, journaling can be a powerful way to explore ideas and issues in their lives. While journals can be beautiful keepsakes, consider exploring prompt books that give guides or topic ideas to write on.
Q&A a Day for Me: A 3-Year JournalBecoming Me: A Work in Progress: Color, JournalShe Believed She Could So She Did: PinkDivinity Boutique Journal, Hope as an Anchor withDaySpring Sadie Robertson’s Banded Hardcover Journal Diary Notebook,Doodle Diary: Art Journaling for Girls
