[Ad-gifted] There is just 39 days more to Christmas! Are you ready?
Don’t worry if you are not, as we will help you make this Christmas extra magical with our Children’s Christmas Gift Guide which is packed with lots of gift ideas for budding artist, future scientist or even mini fashionista! Our top picks for this year includes Lockitz Luxury Studio by John Adams which helps bring glamour and creativity through crafting jewellery as well as the So Bomb DIY Hand Spa Salon from Canal Toys where kids will be able to enjoy a pampering spa session at the comfort of their home.
Budding artists will adore the Doodle Copy Draw & Print Set from Canal Toys, a clever, screen-free art kit that lets kids copy, draw and print their masterpieces with ease. Science lovers can enjoy a spectacular eruption with the Erupting Volcano Lab from Brainstorm, an exciting mix of learning and messy fun. Next, Disney Princess Pati‑school Creations Kit is a creative crafting kit which is not only fun but imaginative as well. And finally, for those fascinated by technology, Cooper™ the STEM Robot from Learning Resources introduces coding and robotics in a playful, screen-free way.
This Christmas, give the gift of imagination, creativity and endless discovery to little minds!
Lockitz Luxury Studio by John Adams
Lockitz Luxury Studio from John Adams is sure to sparkle under the tree, especially if you’re looking for a creative Christmas gift for kids that combines fashion, fun, and creativity. Perfect for children aged 6+, this dazzling set lets kids create 6 beautiful bag charms and 2 necklaces that can be made over and over again! What is great about this set is that the colourful charms and stylish lockets can later be easily stored away in the Lockitz Luxury Studio storage trays.
There are over 100 pieces of accessories, stickers, beads and charms to help you create your unique piece. Whether they’re adding puffy shapes, background or photos of friends and pets.. the possibilities are endless. More than just a craft set, the Lockitz Luxury Studio encourages creativity, confidence, and self-expression. Kids will love designing gifts for friends or matching pieces for special festive outfits.
Priced at £24.99, the Lockitz Luxury Studio makes fabulous Christmas gift idea for any glamorous mini fashionista this festive season.
Doodle Copy Draw & Print Set from Canal Toys
Looking for a creative gift this Christmas? Why not check out Doodle Copy Draw & Print Set from Canal Toys which is the perfect Christmas gift for kids aged 4+ who love to draw, customise and print their art. With this sleek, screen-free drawing board, kids can unleash their imagination and watch their creations come to life, mess-free.
The set comes with a copy-machine style board, colourful carbon paper, 50 reusable drawing stencils, crayons, paper sheets as well as 1 sticker sheet so children can design again and again. After tracing or free-drawing their design, they can then press the button to “print” their artwork, just like a copy machine. Once printed, the set includes crayons and stickers so the young artist can add vibrant colour and personal touch to their work.
This is a great choice as a Christmas gift because it encourages creativity and independent play at home or you can also take it when you when you go on your caravan holidays. The Doodle Copy Draw & Print Set is priced at £17.99 and available from Smyths and is the perfect gift this .
Erupting Volcano Lab from Brainstorm
Make this Christmas extra explosive but in a good way! The Erupting Volcano Lab from Brainstorm is a fantastic gift for young scientists aged age 8+ as it is one of those presents that blends wow factor with genuine learning.
Inside the box you’ll find everything needed for a thrilling volcanic reaction such as a volcano base, safety goggles, measuring cup, spoon, syringe and safe chemical packets. With just the right mix of ingredients you’ll see a fizzy red “lava” flow down the model which is not only fun to watch but educational as well. Once you have used up all the chemicals, don’t worry, you can then use products from home to recreate more volcanic eruptions.
The set is perfect to gift curious kids who love hands-on play as it encourages them to ask questions such as how volcanoes work, why chemistry behaves as it does and what’s happening beneath Earth’s surface. This STEM toy makes a memorable gift and is only priced at £9.26 and you can purchase one in time for Christmas directly from Amazon.
So Bomb DIY Hand Spa Salon from Canal Toys
If you’re looking for the perfect pampering present this Christmas, the So Bomb DIY Hand Spa Salon from Canal Toys is a must-have for kids who love creativity, colour and a touch of sparkle! This fun and fabulous set turns any bedroom into a mini spa, letting children make their very own bath bombs and hand treatments.
Once the bath bombs are made, it’s time for the real spa experience! The stylish hand spa unit features soothing bubbles and coloured lights, making it perfect for a relaxing manicure session. Kids can soak, decorate and pamper their hands like real professionals, turning an ordinary afternoon into a self-care celebration.
Ideal for ages 6 and up, the So Bomb DIY Hand Spa Salon is priced at £16.99 and combines science, creativity and relaxation all in one glittery package. It’s perfect for solo play or sharing with friends during festive sleepovers. The spa set includes a hand spa, coloured powders, nail polish and surprise sticker sheet to create 16 adorable mini spa bombs in 4 fun colours and 3 soothing scents.
Disney Princess Pati-school Creations Kit
Looking for a gift that combines creativity, crafting fun and a little sprinkle of magic? Why not check out the Disney Princess Pati‑school Creations Kit. This enchanting set invites children aged six and up to create their own “dessert” by using decorative items such as lavender Pati-school paste, beads, rhinestones and paper decorations inspired by their favourite Disney Princesses.
The Disney Princess Pati‑school Creations Kit includes four treat-inspired craft bases which can be used as a place card holder, a ring, a keychain and a photo-holder. Available from Argos, the kit retails for £16 and it gives kids the opportunity to customise and create keepsakes. Ideal for a cozy crafting session during the festive season when family visit, this kit fosters fine motor skills, imagination and pride in creating something unique.
The Creations Kit makes a thoughtful gift this Christmas for your nieces, nephews, grandkids or Godchild that encourages them to experience calm, artistic play. Great activity to do when the weather is wet, snowy and cold outside.
Cooper™ the STEM Robot from Learning Resources
If you’re searching for an educational yet exciting Christmas gift, Cooper™ the STEM Robot from Learning Resources is an ideal choice for young explorers aged five and up. This clever, screen-free coding robot introduces children to the world of programming in a fun and engaging way. You do need to be an IT genius to figure this out as no apps, tablets or complicated tech knowledge is required just simply coding cards (which is included) to plan a sequence of movements to get Cooper to whizz into action.
Cooper isn’t just a toy robot but it is an interactive learning companion as it is equipped with smart sensors to help it detect/avoid obstacles, see in the dark and even interact with other Coopers for multiplayer challenges.
This hands-on learning set comes with 40 coding cards, a 32-page challenge booklet filled with fun missions, a ball and a charging cable. Designed for both solo and group play, Cooper will help your child move from basic coding concepts to more advanced problem-solving adventures. This STEM Robot is the perfect present for curious minds. Priced at £69.95, it is available for sale from the Learning Resources website.
You may also want to read this:
Christmas Gift Guide – Gift Ideas for Kids
Christmas Gift Guide – Baby and Toddler Gift Suggestions
Christmas Gift Guide Ideas for Babies and Toddlers
* We were sent these gifts in return for a feature. All opinions are our own.
20 comments
These are all awesome…I think my daughter would love the Volcano Lab, she loves science and interactive games. Thanks a lot for the list, it is great.
Glad to hear she would love these
I think any kid would love any of these. That erupting volcano looks like a ton of fun! Thanks for all of these. Made my shopping much easier.
Yes lots of fun indeed Beth
I love the varied selection of kids gifts featured. I think my son would really enjoy playing with the volcano. That sounds like it would be so much fun to do!
That would be a great game to activity to do with young kids
Loved how your guide kept things simple and cozy while adding a warm vibe to the holiday mood.
Absolutely and thank you for your kind comments
39 days till Christmas literally scared me!! What??!!! I’m a little out of touch with what younger kids are playing with these days as my own kids are adults. I really appreciate your suggestions. The Erupting Volcano Lab is my favorite!
I agree, it is going too fast at the moment
So many great choices my favourite has to be the stem robot lots of learning fun.
The STEM robot is such a great idea to teach kids coding from a young age
This was such a helpful gift guide, and you included so many fun ideas. The DIY hand spa salon especially caught my eye because my granddaughter would absolutely love something like that.
Thank you for your kind comments
This is such a good guide of little toys for Christmastime! We love kits and kit-like toys, as they have a lot of independent play.
Thank you, glad you like the guide
Great round-up of toys and other giftable items for kids! I especially like the “So Bomb DIY Hand Spa Salon from Canal Toys” suggestion for my niece who is into these things.
Two fab items indeed for kids Jen
What a brilliant round up. The Luxury Studio from John Adams would most definitely be something Nila would put on her Xmas list
Glad to hear that Kira, so glad she would love it