Finding the perfect gift for tweens is such an adventure, especially when their interests change with every new video on TikTok. But don’t worry, gift shopping for tweens isn’t as hard as it sounds. Some of the same old mainstays, like cute furniture and custom wall art, are still in, but that’s not all.Take a look at these 47 gifts for tweens, and just try not to find something they’ll love. We’ve got everything from T-Swift gear to self-care wonders and everything in between. There are crafties for the creatives and tech for the techies, and that’s just the start. Trust us, they won’t want to miss out.
These are the Lavender Haze slippers every Swiftie needs
Even if midnight is technically past their bedtime, they’ll be wide awake after unwrapping these T-Swift–inspired slippers cozy slide-ons. With wool uppers, a plush fleece lining, indoor-outdoor soles, and a slide-on design, it will be easy for them to stay cozy any time of day. Other styles are available.
A perfect fragrance mist for tweens from Sol de Janeiro
An uplifting and delicious scent from a brand that’s all over social media is just the thing to keep tweens happy without a Sephora spending spree. This travel size of Sol de Janeiro 59 fragrance mist gives them just enough fragrance to enjoy before they tire of it and want something new. However, there are other options when that day inevitably comes.
You’ll want one of these blanket hoodies in your size
How cozy is this enormous hooded sweatshirt? Very, because it’s pretty much also a blanket. It’s also reversible, made of soft microfleece on one side and sherpa on the other. And the kangaroo pouch? It, too, is enormous, so you can load it up with healthy snacks, and they can hide cookies underneath.
Go educational with this beginner microscope kit
Any tween who enjoys science classes will love having their own microscope. This 52-piece set includes both prepared and blank slides, so it’s easy for them to get started but leaves room for imagination. Six magnification settings from 120x to 1200x mean your tween will be able to see all sorts of cool (and gross!) stuff.
Bean-bag chairs never go out of style
Available in ten colors, this Sofa Sak chair will make a great addition to your tween’s main hangout space. The microsuede cover is cozy and soft, and the three-foot size makes it suitable for most ages. What’s cool is these are bean-less bean-bag chairs—the interior is made with memory foam instead for better body contouring and durability.
Keep them busy with My Friendship Bracelet Maker
Friendship bracelets are having a major moment, so why not set your tween up for success with this Choose Friendship kit? It includes 20 pre-cut threads in different colors—enough for up to eight bracelets—and a board that secures strings to make crafting easier. They can even take a break and finish up later without ruining their progress or getting strands tangled.
Gift them no-mess at-home manicures
Smaller hands call for shorter nails, and that’s exactly what they’ll get with these press-ons. Kit includes nail stickers and gems, nail glue, Emory boards, orange sticks, and easy-to-remove matte and glossy press-on nails in multiple colors. Your tween can mix, match, decorate, or whatever their heart desires.
Self-care meets style with this fuzzy bow headband
Self-care can be a fashion statement when you’re wearing one of these fuzzy bow headbands. Whether your tween is washing up or giving themselves the full spa treatment, these cute bows keep their hair in control.
Acne has never looked as good as it does with these star pimple patches
The tweenage years are tough, and acne doesn’t make it any easier, so it’s a good thing these star-shaped pimple patches look cute and work great. Tackle surprise blemishes while adding a colorful pop to their look. Even acne deserves some flair.
This makeup kit is a makeover in a (really cute) box
Your budding beauty guru could get some serious mileage out of this all-in-one makeup kit. It comes with lipstick, gloss, blush, a rainbow of eyeshadow options, and more. And the case is totally reusable and so, so cute.
Glamorous tweens are loving Unicorn Snot
Your tween can seriously sparkle with some Unicorn Snot glitter gel. Whether they’re getting ready for a concert, party, or a positively glam tuesday, this glitter can help them shine. It’s safe for their face or body and comes off with any old makeup removal clothes and baby wipes.
A DIY journal kit might be the write gift for your tween
Creative tweens can write through anything with their own journal kit. This kit comes packed with pages of stickers, glitter, and so much crafty fun. Once they’re done, they’ll have a totally unique safe space to write anything they want.
Anything looks better when it’s written in neon
This customizable neon sign lets your tween light up their world with their name, emojis, and more. This is a vibrant way for your tween to make their space uniquely theirs, and it looks pretty cool, too.
This TikTok famous Kitsch detangler brush deserves the hype
Tangled hair? Not anymore. Get your tween the Kitsch detangler brush that’s blowing up on TikTok. There’s a reason it’s so popular. This sleek, travel-friendly brush glides through tangles without pulling. It’s seriously like magic.
If you think this adjustable chair looks cute, wait until you feel it
Tweens need their own cozy spot to chill, and this adjustable floor chair totally delivers. With 14 positions for gaming, reading, or just lounging, it’s a super comfy setup that comes in quite a few colors.
This 3D pen is undeniably cool
Full 3D printer? Expensive. But a 3D printing pen? Now that’s an affordable way for your tween to get creative. This cool pen lets them bring their drawings to life with a colorful filament that works a lot like a 3D printer.
Tweens can turn the cosmos into an art project when they get this moon lamp kit
This DIY moon lamp kit is a craft your tween can display. They can paint their own galaxy design and light up the room with a glowing masterpiece. For creative tweens, this gift is out of this world.
The Chatmast portable charger keeps your tween’s battery full so they can always call home
Tweens do love their phones, and they can keep them charged wherever they go with this 10,000mAh portable charger. Built-in cables and a wall plug mean they’ll never need to hunt for cables, and it even works for tablets, too.
Beauty is portable when you have a travel jewelry case
Every fashionable tween needs a travel jewelry case. This chic half-moon travel case is perfect for keeping all their necklaces, earrings, and rings sorted, whether they’re heading to a sleepover or just tidying up. And you can even get it monogrammed with their initial. Talk about a jewel of a gift.
These bubble initial necklaces are cute, personalized, and so stylish
Celebs made them famous; now your tween can have their own. These alphabet letter necklaces are a fun way for tweens to personalize their style. Each letter necklace has a fun, puffy style and a gold-plated design. Bonus: It even comes in a cute jewelry box.
Who doesn’t love some luxurious bedding with built-in storage?
If your tween is going to follow the bed rotting trend and hang out in bed all day, you can still make sure they’re comfortable with a luxury sheet set. These soft, wrinkle-free sheets come in all different colors and sizes, and there’s even a pocket just for their phone or tablet.
Frizz-free curls are one sleep away when you have a Kitsch styling kit
Tweens with textured hair don’t have to go through the awkward years trying to figure out how to fight the frizz. They can just use this satin heatless hair styling set for some overnight curl magic. Salon-quality curls and waves are just a sleep away.
These iClever cat-ear headphones are a clawesome gift for stylish tweens
Here’s a gift that’s absolutely the cat’s pajamas, and we aren’t lion. These cat-ear Bluetooth headphones are the purrfect gift for a tween with some style. Cute, comfy, and high quality, these fun headphones even light up.
Tweens can study in comfort when they have an LED reading light
Late nights studying are a little easier when you have an LED reading light. This soft silicone light rests on your tween’s neck and can last for hours. It’s comfortable, adjustable, and a great way to make sure they aren’t hitting the books in the dark.
Turn their bedroom into an art project with this DIY collage kit
Your tween can unleash their creativity with this DIY wall collage kit. This colorful kit is packed with cutouts, stickers, and markers to help them turn a plain old bedroom into an extension of themselves.
The family’s gonna love playing Doodle Heist
Get the family together for a laugh-out-loud showdown. This drawing game is a fun way for tweens and their families to put their artistic skills to the test in your very own family heist.
Looking for a gift for a tween? This gemstone dig kit is a diamond in the rough
Dig into adventure with the National Geographic mega gemstone dig kit! Unearth real gems like amethyst and tiger’s eye, then learn their secrets with the included guide. It’s hands-on fun that turns curious kids into gem experts.
This temporary chal hair color brush is fun, festive, and gone with a shower
Looking for the party? Well, hair it is! This hair chalk comb adds some washable color to your tween’s hair, so they can experiment with fun new looks without the commitment.
This ring light tripod works a treat for Tiktok and school presentations
TikTok-loving tweens can elevate their content with a ring light tripod with multiple brightness settings, adjustable height, and a Bluetooth remote. Whether they’re recording videos for friends, making a school project, or trying to get TikTok famous, now they have the gear to match.
The Petoi Bittle robo dog kit is an educational pet you don’t have to clean up after
Learning to code can be a rough time for tweens, but sending them to boring programming classes might be barking up the wrong tree. Instead of hounding them to finish their homework, make programming fun with a Petoi Bittle robot dog kit. Techie tweens can program their cyber pup to do all sorts of tricks, and they’re pretty cute, too.
Add some color to your tween’s space by getting them an Echo Glow smart lamp
This multicolor smart lamp adds a custom splash of color to your tween’s space. Whether they’re gaming or reading, this Alexa-compatible lamp is such a cool way to make their room more fun.
Ball is life? No, ball is light
If your sporty tween leans a little nocturnal, this glowing basketball is a fun way for them to stay active when the sun goes down. This impact-activated ball lights up every time it bounces, and the battery is built to last hours. Shoot some hoops under a shooting star!
The world’s more colorful with a Cityrosy rainbow art kit
The Cityrosy Scratch Rainbow Art Kit lets your tween explore their creativity with an explosion of color. Whether they’re working on an art project or just want something vibrant to hang in their room, practically anything looks cooler when it’s drawn in rainbows.
Science meets fun with the National Geographic Science Lab
Tweens who love getting their hands dirty will go all in for this National Geographic science lab. It’s packed with 75 awesome experiments to take your tween on their own mini-scientific adventure. From growing glow-in-the-dark crystals to watching volcanoes erupt, this one’s a real blast.
Beep boop, this robotics kit is super cool
Techy tweens will love this robot kit. This interactive kit is a great way to get your tween interested in coding, electronics, and robotics, and they might not even realize they’re learning. Spark some STEM fascination and have fun doing it. And look how cute the li’l robot is!
This card game is Not Parent Approved
Get the family together for a few laughs playing this card game for tweens. Quick, hilarious gameplay and super simple rules make this a win for family night. It’s a great way to get the fam together and off their screens, too.
Did you know tie-dye is back?
Here’s a gift that’s absolute tie-dye for. This tie-dye party kit is a fun project for crafty tweens with 18 pre-filled bottles of dye (yay, no spills). Just add water and start making up to 36 colorful projects.
’90s fashion is in, and so are fanny packs
Fanny packs are back, baby! Fashion is a cycle, and now the dream of the 90s is alive in your tween’s new initial fanny pack. These are cute, customizable, and comfy. They can be worn crossbody or in the traditional fanny pack configuration.
Any room looks cooler with some LED strips
Transform any room with a set of 100-foot LED lights. These color-changing strips sync with music, so the vibes always match the tunes. These lights are easy to install and have their own remote for quick controls.
Fun isn’t far when you have your own game table
The 13-in-1 combo game table set is perfect for family fun with over 13 games, including ping pong, air hockey, foosball, and more! Tweens can get ready for hours of entertainment and intense competition. Parents, don’t worry. The table folds for super easy storage.
The ubiquitous Stanley tumbler keeps their drinks cold for hours
Whether it’s an iced coffee, an energy drink, or some good old-fashioned H2O, your tween can keep their drinks cool with a Stanley Quencher tumbler. With its sleek design, convenient handle, and insulated design, your tween’s drink is going to stay nice and cold for hours. If only there was a way to hold this and a few snacks…
Nothing like a National Geographic chemistry set to ignite your tween’s curiosity
Let the experiments begin with this chemistry set. It turns your tween into a young scientist with 100+ cool experiments that explode, fizz, and even launch rockets. It’s the perfect way to ignite their curiosity while having a blast (literally!).
Get crafty with a galaxy slime kit
The galaxy slime kit lets tweens create sparkly galaxy slime with pink, purple, and blue glitter. This kit comes with glow-in-the-dark stars, slime powder, and tons of add-ins to make their slimy slippery creations all their own.
These Stanley snack trays are perfect for a quick bite
If they’re not going to put down their phone to grab a snack, then make snack time easier with this tray for Stanley cups! It attaches right to a Stanley tumbler, giving your tween the perfect spot to munch while sipping their favorite drink. Whether they’re headed out for a road trip, hanging with friends, or binge-watching shows, they’ll have their snacks and drinks all in one place.
Movie magic is never far with this cinema lightbox
Bring the movies to your room with a cinema lightbox. This customizable display lets your tween put up cool quotes, emojis, or messages for every occasion. Whether it’s their favorite band, a birthday countdown, or just a fun saying, it’s an easy way to add some personality to their space.
Don’t be a cheat-ah when you play Exploding Kittens
Get ready for a wild, laugh-out-loud game night with Exploding Kittens! It’s all about strategic moves, a bit of sneaky sabotage, and hilarious explosions (of the kitten variety, of course). Perfect for a fun family game or when your tween’s friends come over. Who’s feline up for a good time?
These tie-dye pajamas are comfy and so stylish
These tie-dye pajamas are pure magic! Super soft, comfy, and sporting bright, bold patterns, they’ll make your tween feel like they’ve just stepped out of a slumber party in their own personal style. Plus, the stretchy waistband means they can run, jump, or do the newest TikTok dance.