2020 Holiday Gift Guide: You Will Do Better Than Santa!

Erin Lynch, Staff Writer

Don’t you just love the feeling when you find the perfect present? During the holiday season, many people find themselves searching far and wide for the perfect gift. Yet no matter how hard we try, there is always someone on our list that is difficult to buy for. Well, fear no more! I have created a gift guide sorted into age groups to ensure that when you give out presents for the holidays, you will do better than Santa!

Ages 2-9

Happy Nappers                                                                 

Happy Nappers are an adorable twist on sleeping bags! They fold up into cute creatures including a dragon, dog, pink kitty, white unicorn, pink unicorn, shark, ladybug, and husky. When rolled up they are a plush toy or pillow, and when unpacked they are a portable sleeping bag! You can find Happy Nappers on Amazon, Target, Walmart, The Happy Nappers Website, and More.

Squishmallows 

Squishmallows are adorable plush toys! They come in a variety of animals, designs, and sizes. The plushies are super soft and have a unique circular shape that makes them an adorable gift! Squishmallows can be found on Amazon, Walmart, Target, Costco, Squishmallows Website, and More.

Elf on the Shelf

The Elf on the Shelf is one of Santa’s magical helpers! Once a year they come around to keep an extra eye on little boys and girls to make sure they are being nice, not naughty during Christmas time. A perfect gift during the holiday season! Elf on the Shelf can be found at Amazon, Walmart, Target, and more.

Some other gift ideas for 2-9-year-olds include dolls, toy cars, plush toys, and Legos!

 

Ages 10-12

Instax Mini Camera

These aesthetic Instax polaroid cameras are the perfect gifts for tweens! They come in a variety of colors and have several different series! These cameras are the perfect gifts for kids who love to take pictures, have photoshoots, or simply have fun. These can be found at Amazon, Walmart, Target, and more.

Lego Chain Reaction

Lego Chain Reaction is a creative activity for Lego lovers! This set comes with 10 STEM Lego projects that will keep you entertained with machines that create incredible chain reactions! You can find Lego Chain Reactions at Amazon, Walmart, Target, Kohls, and more.

Karaoke Machine 

Karaoke Machines may seem a little old school but with friends and family, you will have a wonderful time! Tweens who love to sing or just have fun would love this as a gift! You can find Karaoke machines at Amazon, Walmart, Target, Costco, Best Buy, and more.

Additional gift ideas for this age group would be clothes, shoes (Vans, Adidas, Uggs, Converse, and Nike are some popular brands), and videogames!

 

Ages 13-18

Clothes

It sounds basic, I know, but, trust me if you are familiar with the person’s style and favorite stores, clothing is an appreciated and amazing gift. Clothes are not only something teens always want but something they would get great use out of. Some popular clothing stores include Kohl’s, Gap, Old Navy, Nike, and there are so many more!

Favorite Team Merchandise

Every serious sports fan has a favorite team. Getting someone accessories with their favorite sports team logos would be a great gift! Team apparel can be found in t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats, and so much more! Kohls, Fanatics.com, Nike, and Nflshop.com are a few places where sports team merchandise can be found!

Necklaces/Jewelry

Necklaces and Jewelry is an amazing gift. Customizable nameplate necklaces, initial necklaces, birthstone necklaces, are some that would make a great present! You can find these on Amazon, Kohl’s, and Target, along with other jewelry!

More gift ideas include fluffy socks, pajamas, hats, and gloves/mittens.

 

Ages 19-29

Lotions, Face Masks, Bath Bombs

Lotion, Face Masks, and Bath Bombs would be the perfect present for anyone who likes to relax! You can find these items in many different scents and colors! Look for lotion, face masks, bath bombs, and more at Bath and Body Works, Kohl’s, Target, Walmart, and many other stores!

Pajamas

No one can have too many pajamas that is why they make the perfect present! Being that it is close to the holidays a cozy pair of Christmas pj’s would be an amazing gift. Old Navy, Gap, Kohl’s Target, and Walmart are a few stores that have great Christmas pajamas.

Gift cards

Don’t underestimate the value of a gift card because although they are simple they make a great gift! Whether it be to their favorite store, place to eat, streaming service, or clothing store, gift cards are very useful! Gift cards can be found for almost any store and places like CVS, Walmart, and Rite Aid carry many cards for other retailers! 

Other Ideas include slippers, scarves, blankets, sweaters.

 

Ages 30 and up

Weighted Blanket

Weighted blankets are the ideal present for someone who loves to relax and have a good night’s sleep! Weighted blankets are a way to release stress and anxiety while sleeping, giving you a better night’s rest. These blankets come in many different weights, sizes, and colors! You can find these blankets on Amazon, Target, Bed Bath and Beyond, and Kohl’s! 

Duffel Bags, Tote Bags, or Backpacks

Duffel bagels, totes, and backpacks make a great gift for anyone! They can be found in many different sizes, patterns, colors, and sometimes can be customized with an embroidered name! Anyone would love these amazing gifts so look for them at Target, Amazon, Walmart, Kohls, Lands End, and L.L. Bean.

Reusable Water Bottles

They are not only a great gift but they are great for the environment. Everyone could use a reusable water bottle. With many different shapes, sizes, materials, colors, and patterns, you can find the one perfectly fit for the person you are buying for! Some popular brands are Hydroflask, Nike, Under Armor, Adidas, and Yeti. Reusable water bottles can be found at Kohl’s, Bed Bath and Beyond, Amazon, Target, and Nike.

Candles 

A simple candle that smells great will be an amazing gift for anyone! They come in many scents including seasonal ones, making them the perfect holiday gift! Look for candles at Kohl’s, Walmart, Target, Bath and Body Works.

Streaming Service Subscription

With all of the binge-watching that is going on right now, a thoughtful present would be to give a subscription to a streaming service such as Disney +, Netflix, or Apple TV! You can decide on how long you will buy it for because subscriptions come in monthly or yearly payments. I recommend before anything that you check if they have a subscription first so you don’t buy it if they already have the service. You can look for virtual gift cards for these streaming services or in stores such as CVS, Rite Aid, and Walmart.

 

More Gift Ideas:

  1. Masks 
  2. Phone Accessories (Headphones, Phone cases, Popsockets) 
  3. Money
  4. Gift Card
  5. Christmas Sweater
  6. Board Games
  7. Nail Polish (Or A Manicure Pedicure Gift Card)
  8. Fluffy Socks
  9. An Art Set (Colored Pencils, Paint, SketchBook, Canvases, and more)
  10. An Ornament 

I hope this was helpful! Don’t forget to get creative because I am sure anything you give this year will be perfect! Have a safe and Happy Holiday and remember that this time of year is not about the gifts but about spending time with loved ones!