Christmas Gift Ideas for the 3 T’s: Toddlers, Tweens and Teens

by Rachel Naud

 

 

There are so many gift ideas on the market, it can be overwhelming choosing the right one for the 3 T’s in your life – toddlers, tweens and teens!  

After all, you want to hit all the key elements to a fun toy for the littles — one that appeals to their sensory, creativity and development! And tweens and teens? Pick the wrong gift and cue the eye rolls! Parents need help navigating this tricky season of gift giving and we are here to help!

 

For Toddlers

We love this toy, coming out of Moose Toys, because it combines everything I loved as a child – the comfort of a stuffed buddy with the scent of your favourite frozen treat! 

This toy is like magic! The Cookeez Makery comes with everything children need to mix and create a surprise frozen treat. First, they mix the ingredients. Then, using the dough mould and decorations, kids can make their own Freezy Cake. Next, pop it in the fridge and shut the door. In 20 seconds, kids will hear a “ding”. It’s time to open the fridge and meet a new friend. Wow! A shivering and deliciously scented plush toy that’s interactive to play with. There are three deliciously scented friends to choose from, including Strawberry Unicake, Minty Polar Bear and Tiger Berry Ripple! 

This cool gift is undoubtedly going to be hot this season and you can grab it at most major toy retailers! And also, for the little ones who are a fan of Bluey – the adorable Blue Heeler, The Tile Town Bluey Heeler Home is a gift that will keep them engaged and entertained as they can build Bluey’s home!

 

For Tweens

When choosing a gift for your child, you want something that they will not only like in that moment but something that will keep them engaged for years to come. This year, parents and gift-givers can find amazing gifts for kids at Staples Canada that they can feel good about giving. 

With the Staples Kids Learn + Play collection, Staples is giving parents gifting options that inspire young minds, spark curiosity and will keep them engaged far beyond the day they open the box. You can find gifts for kids of all ages from brands you love and trust, including LEGO, Crayola, Play-Doh and more. And if you can’t get to a Staples Canada store, you can easily shop their holiday collection online at staples.ca for a variety of budgets from under $25 to under $150. 

 

For Teens

Lastly, for the fashionista tween or teen in your house, I’m loving these winter accessories from Shoppers Drug Mart. We Love winter accessories because they’re an easy and affordable way to switch up your look and Shoppers Drug Mart has a great range of trend  and cozy accessories from Quo Beauty in store  – perfect for gifting and stocking stuffers.

From warm sherpa mittens and hats to faux fur earmuffs and knit sets, there’s lots to choose from under $25.