101 Best Big Gifts for Kids: The Ultimate List (Updated!)

The Smart Teddy Bear is an incredible companion for younger children. And that’s not hyperbole. The interactive toy is a winner of a Mom’s Choice Award, a National Parenting Product Award, and is a Stem.Org Authenticated Educational Product. 

The Smart Teddy Bear helps those around preschool age to develop healthy habits and encourages helpful life skills. Through the included app, you and Smart Teddy can help to build upon 30-plus daily routines. Some of these include cleaning up, brushing teeth, washing hands, doing morning exercises, learning their ABCs and numbers, and much more. 

The plush bear will respond to your toddler at the push of a paw whenever its attention is being requested. It’ll play games to keep kids engaged. And it even has the ability to help with bedtime thanks to the over 30 stories and lullabies it will calm down with. The Smart Teddy is almost like having a third parent that’s one of your child’s best friends. 

The Nighthawk Electric Ride-On Toy from Rollplay is one of the slickest vehicles a young kid could ask for. This isn’t your typical PowerWheel-style car. Instead of a steering wheel, the Nighthawk utilizes side handlebars that allow riders to smoothly leverage their way into turns at speeds of up to 6.5-mph. 

There are still break and accelerator pedals built in to easily control speeds. A tall red flag is attached to give the Nighthawk a cool racing vibe. You can purchase it in pink, black, or white. It can hold riders up to 110-pounds. And it even comes with a one-year warranty on the vehicle and a six-month warranty on the battery to help you feel secure about your child’s next big gift. 

Talk about one awesome big gift for kids! A Nintendo Switch is seriously one of the coolest gaming consoles on the market. And the OLED model is the best iteration of it yet.

Featuring a super cool portable design that can also connect to a TV, you can stake the Switch with you wherever you go – including those long car rides! There’s no better way to keep kids quiet and entertained – trust me! With a 1080p video resolution, 32GB of internal storage, 32GB memory card, and wireless connectivity, this is one cool gift for kids.

As someone who actually received a trampoline on Christmas morning as a kid, I can tell you this – it’s a winning gift for any kid.

Featuring a safety net for extra security and a safe jumping experience, this trampoline from Giantex is a good one. Available in a variety of sizes, including this 16-foot version, there’s a size for every backyard. And, while this is a fun gift for kids, this is one the entire family will enjoy.

The Peg Perego John Deere Gator XUV is a fantastic option when you’re shopping for big gifts for kids. For one, it’s an excellent ride-on toy thanks to its variety of features. It has three gears: 2 1/2 mph, 5 mph, and reverse. It has knobby tread wheels to help get traction and pavement and dirt. It can handle riders up to 130-pounds which is pretty impressive. And seats are adjustable to fit a variety of children’s heights. 

But what’s also great about the John Deere Gator is that it makes helping parents out in the yard exciting! It features a working dump bed and a tailgate that easily opens and closes. So kids can fill up their Gator with lawn debris and help out with yard work while having a blast driving around. 

Bring the fun of laser tag into your home with this awesome and highly rated laser tag set. Kids can transform their basement or backyard into a laser tag course with four guns and vests and a charging station. You won’t have to worry about keeping score as all of the vests and guns are automatically synced and keep score. There is a 150-foot reach on the guns and several modes to choose from including nighttime mode, automatic, pistol, and rocket. 

Scooters are all the rage right now for a reason: they’re completely fun! And now, thanks to Segway, there are some incredible kid-friendly options available!

We know your kids will love boppin’ around the neighborhood with the super cool and super cute Ninebot eKickScooter ZING E8 and E10, an electric scooter for girls and boys! Available in two colors – blue and pink – these scooters are also available in two sizes:

• ZING 8 – best for kids 3’9″ – 4’9″ -or- kids ages 6 – 12 year old – max load is 110lbs
• ZING 10 – best for kids 4’3″ – 5’3″ -or- kids 12 years old and up – max load is 132lbs

The scooters max out at 10 miles per hour and have a range of 6.2 miles.

For the Segway Ninebot MAX Electric Scooter, perfect for teens, moms, and dads, click here!

Looking for some cool gifts for kids that will knock their socks off on Christmas morning? Look no further than this innovative new toy we know they’ll love.

Best for kids five years of age and up, the Sphero BOLT is a codable robot designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and invention through connected play and coding. Equipped with Bluetooth Smart technology and a scratch-resistant and durable shell, BOLT takes hands-on learning up a notch. Programmable sensors like motor encoders, LED lights, accelerometer, and a gyroscope allow for all kinds of coding fun. Simply connect a mobile device to the Sphero Edu app and they’ll be up and running!

If you’re on the hunt for big gifts for kids that have all kind of kinds of wow-power potential, check out the latest edition of Apple’s iPad.

There are so many cool things kids can do with an iPad including stream movies, play games, and even complete some homework assignments – yes, really! So much fun to be had! And, if your crew loves to take trips and long car rides, you’ll have the entertainment available and ready to go.

We’re featuring the WiFi-only option here, but if you’re interested in snagging the WiFi + Cellular option, click here! 

If you’re looking for fun gifts for kids who love games and gaming consoles, take a look at the incredibly cool Nintendo Switch Lite.  A new version of the Nintendo Switch system that’s optimized for personal, handheld play, this cool gadget is a small and light Nintendo Switch system at a great price.

With a built-in +Control Pad and a sleek design, Nintendo Switch Lite is great for gaming on the go. It’s also available in four colors including this cool turquoise (pictured). This is also compatible with popular games such as Super Mario Odyssey, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, and more. 

The biggest of the big gifts for kids on our list, this is one seriously awesome idea.

Every family needs a reliable home computer for all of life’s adventures: work, homework, photo work, video calls, fun time, and more. And if you’re in the market to upgrade your crew’s system, there’s seriously none better than the iMac from Apple. I might be a little biased as my own family has been using Apple products for close to twenty years, but we absolutely love these machines.

Intuitively designed and beautifully made, the Apple iMac with Retina 5K Display is one heck of a machine. With a 27-inch display screen, a gorgeous graphics package, 8GB of RAM, and a storage capacity of 256GB of built-in storage, this computer is fast, features a screen size that’s suitable for everyone, and has enough storage capacity for all of your projects, photos, and documents.

Apple boasts that you can do more with this desktop, and they’re right. Your entire crew will love this awesome Christmas morning surprise this year.

Okay, electric drum kits might actually be the coolest drum kits out there, and this seven-piece set from Alesis is pretty awesome. All the realistic sounds of a real deal drum kit without all the noise. Confused?

Here’s the thing: if you have a budding drummer on your hands but don’t want all the noise and racket taking over your house, simply plug headphones into the drum kit, and poof: it’s gone. The sound is directed to the headphones, and you’ll hear nothing. See what we mean? Cool. Headphones are sold separately.

It is definitely on our list of the best big gifts for kids for a reason, your kids will love this and so will you. And, if you’re looking for a more robust kit, check this one.

If you’re shopping for big gifts for kids ages 2 – 7, be sure to check out this incredible John Deere Ground Force Tractor & Trailer.

While this John Deere replica only features two speeds – 2mph and 4mph – everything else about it is the real deal. Equipped with an accelerator pedal with automatic brakes, and large farm tractor wheels that provide great traction on a variety of surfaces, this also has an extra-large trailer. It even has a working FM radio and an adjustable seat with flip-up armrests. Pretty cool, huh?

If you want to gift your kid an electric car but this one isn’t their style, you can check out a large selection of other options for both boys and girls.

If you have a budding photographer on your hands or a kid who loves all the cool gadgets, be sure to check out the DJI Mavic Mini Combo.

While not marked as a “kids drone” this is a great gift idea for an older child. Heavily reviewed and well-loved by users, this drone is easy to operate – especially after some practice. With a compact design, intuitive control system, a flight time of up to 30 minutes on a full charge, and the ability to travel up to 28 miles per hour, they’ll be having fun in no time.

If you have kids who love to build and create, encourage their creative expression and budding engineer skills and treat them to this incredible Creative Toolbox from LEGO.

Equipped with all the tools and parts to build their own robot – yes, they really are taking over! – this is an awesome toy that’s also educational. And, with five different buildable models, kids will be able to build and then rebuild as much as they want. A toy that’s actually many toys, this is one of those gifts for kids that keeps on giving. 

If you’re already thinking about warmer days and activities that get your crew moving, be sure to check out Stand Up Paddleboarding.

A great activity for kids and families alike, it’s a great source of exercise – work that core! – that’s just plain fun! This inflatable paddleboard set from SereneLife is an absolute winner, too. A board made for adults and children, this one is available in multiple colors and patterns, and comes with everything your kids need to get on the water and have fun. 

Made of the highest quality military-grade material this board is durable. Measuring at 10’6 feet long and 32 inches wide, balancing and stabilizing in all kinds of water should be a breeze. Feel free to use this board in the ocean, freshwater lakes, and rivers. 

Even the tabletop version of this game a childhood favorite, but there’s no question that this jumbo-sized version makes it so much cooler.

Either called Connect Four or Four-to-Score, this large and in-charge version is made with heavy-duty plastic and is great for indoor and outdoor family fun nights. 

Definitely falling in the category of “fun big Christmas gifts for kids,” this is definitely a winner, and with a carrying case, you can take this anywhere.

When assembled, this measures in at 48 wide x 22.4 deep x 46 inches high. 

Bring the fun of an arcade right into your home with this official Pop-A-Shot Dual Shot Basketball Arcade Game, which comes with 16 unique games for both kids and adults. This well-made game is designed with the highest quality materials, like a nylon ramp that can withstand hours of play each day for years and years. The rims are also very durable and won’t bend or break, even with the strongest shots. The height of the game can be configured for multiple settings and different-sized ceilings so it will fit any sized room. 

Treat your kids to the ultimate Christmas gift: the PlayStation 4.

The all-new PlayStation4 has a 1TB hard drive so there’s loads of storage for all of the greatest games, as well as your favorite TV shows, movies, music, and more. And, that’s the cool thing about this console: it does more than play games. You can stream all kinds of entertainment, including Netflix.

And, don’t stop there. Make sure you get additional controllers and games so that everyone can join in on the fun.

On our list of best big gifts for kids for a reason, they will absolutely love having this at home – and so will you!

The Barbie Dreamhouse Dollhouse is considered a “dream” for reason – every girl wants one!

Featuring multiple levels, a variety of rooms, and a wheelchair-accessible elevator – how cool! – there’s no doubt that this is a serious must-have for any girl who loves Barbie and has her own collection. It measures an impressive three feet tall and even has a garage and a second-story pool along with realistic lights and sounds that kids will love playing with. 

Treat her to the ultimate “dream” this Christmas and watch as her imagination runs wild!

The Lifetime Geometric Dome Climber Play Center is sure to impress kids of any age.

The perfect addition to your yard, this dome climber is available in three different sizes: 54-inch, 60-inch, and 64-inch, with the width maxing out at 11 feet. It’s weather-resistant, durable, and made of heavy-duty powder-coated steel. It’s UV-resistant so the colors won’t fade over time.

On our list of big gifts for kids for a reason, this will knock their socks off on Christmas morning.

The Fire HD 10 Kids Edition Tablet is a great first tablet for kids, allowing them safe and parent-controlled access to apps, games, books, videos, and more. You can either stream through Wifi when you’re home or download 32 GB of content for when you’re on the go. If you’re worried about your kids damaging the device, you’ll be happy to learn that a two-year warranty is included and protects against any damage. 

If your kids love crafts, scrapbooking, and making all kinds of fun things at home, treat them to the Cricut Maker. A gift that you’ll also love using, the Cricut Maker will really amp up art-time in your house and even add some fun twists to school projects.  

The perfect gift for any family, everyone will enjoy being able to create all kinds of magic with the ultimate smart cutting machine. And, guess what? You can cut more than paper with this device. Feel free to cut fabric, mat board, leather, basswood, and hundreds of other materials with the Cricut Maker as you craft up all kinds of DIY projects, jewelry, iron-on, vinyl, 3D art, and more. Pretty cool, huh?

Layout your designs on your computer, iPad, or mobile phone and get to cutting!

No need to travel to high-away places for a little zip line action when the CTSC 95 Foot Zip Line Kit brings that magic to your own backyard!

Adventure-seeking kids will love the thrill of riding on the 95-foot-long cable, and you’ll appreciate the user-friendly set-up that’s quick and easy. This model even has a few safety features like a brake system, seat belt, and non-slip handlebar. It’s best suited for ages eight and older with a max weight of 250lbs. 

If you have a baseball-obsessed kid make sure you check out the Louisville Slugger Blue Flame Pitching Machine.

Not only is this an activity they can do on their own, but you can choose the pitch type and speed. With a manually-operated design, there’s no need to worry about batteries and an electrical hook-up, either. A great gift for middle-school-age kids, they’ll love this. 

We’ve featured a few incredible gaming consoles on our list of the best big gifts for kids, but they’re just so dang cool…and fun! The Microsoft Xbox One is the ultimate entertainment system with great resolution. It’s also more than just a gaming console. You can also stream all kinds of movies, TV shows, listen to music, and more. 

One controller is included with the purchase but you can buy more here. You can also pick up some Xbox games here!

No childhood is complete without a basketball hoop in the driveway, and this is one of the best.

Ideal for all families and basketball enthusiasts, this basketball system is completely portable, meaning you can move it wherever the game needs to be. With a telescoping height adjustment mechanism, you can adjust the hoop height from 7.5-feet to 10 feet and lock it into place without breaking a sweat. The backboard is also shatterproof should you have some future dunkers on your hands. 

While this is definitely a gift for an older kit – think teens! – the newest GoPro is a seriously awesome big gift for kids who loves to create content, shoot video, and has a flair for adventure-seeking.

Featuring stunning video capabilities with up to 5K resolution, 20MP clarity for crisp and professional-quality photos and video, both front and rear displays, live streaming technology, and a seriously rugged and waterproof design so you can take this anywhere, you won’t want to leave home without it.

Treat your family to a seriously awesome gift this Christmas and amp up your video archives at the same time.

Talk about a fun way for kids to learn to code! If you’re shopping for big gifts for kids who have some creative flair and an interest in learning something new, be sure to check out the incredibly cool LEGO Star Wars Boost Droid Commander kit featuring lovable droids from the Star Wars galaxy.

This interactive building experience puts your kids in command of three app-controlled Star Wars droids: R2-D2, a gonk droid, and a mouse droid, each with their own personalities and skills. Kids will build the droids, insert the Bluetooth-controlled hub, and then using the free LEGO BOOST Star Wars app, control the droids as they work their way through 40 missions where they’re tasked with creative problem solving and coding adventures.

Even at the age of two, your kid can be the coolest one in the neighborhood with the Mercedes-Benz Costzon Ride On Car. The car has two different modes so kids can either control it themselves with steering and pedals, or you can do it for them with remote control if they’re not as experienced. It has a built-in USB port for playing music, a realistic horn, LED headlights, and more. 

Bring the fun of the grocery store into your house with this fun and interactive set from Melissa & Doug.

As one of Melissa & Doug’s highest-rated and most talked about toys on Amazon, this freestanding children-sized grocery store includes a conveyor belt, a bagging area, a card swipe machine, a realistic beeping scanner, and a cash drawer for a realistic experience.

This Yamaha half-size guitar is the perfect option for children and beginners from a very well-known and trusted brand. It has a solid and beautiful spruce top, as well as a rosewood fretboard and bridge. 

As someone who grew up with a ping pong table in the garage, I can tell you this: they’re the most fun. Perfect for kids of all ages – looking at you, mom and dad! – everyone will enjoy this family gift this Christmas. And, as a total bonus, this version comes 95% pre-assembled, making it easy to unbox and get playing.

Amp up family game night with this professional-grade ping pong table!

Inspired by the incredibly fun and energetic TV show, this Ninja Warrior Obstacle Course for Kids will have your family running, climbing, jumping, and having all kinds of fun.

The kits come with over ten accessories allowing you to build your own course. Suitable for kids five years and older, you’ll find the following included in this kit: a 50-foot ninja slackline, gymnastic rings, monkey bar holds, swing, and more. 

Looking for wow-worthy big gifts for kids? Check out the TOMOLOO Hoverboard with Bluetooth Speaker and LED Lights – oh, yeah. This thing is awesome.

Featuring LED lights, speakers, and Bluetooth connectivity so you can play your own tunes, this hoverboard has all kinds of style. Ideal for kids with a max weight capacity of 165 pounds, this board tops out around 7mph for a safe ride.

The Singtrix Party Bundle Second Edition Karaoke Machine is one of those cool gifts for kids we know the whole family will love – don’t you love it when that happens?

Sing, laugh, dance, and have fun together with your favorite tunes – and new ones! And, how cool is this: this product was originally seen on Shark Tank and is incredibly popular for its ease of use and simple set-up.  It comes with a 40 Watt speaker with a subwoofer, one mic stand, and a mic. 

The Fujifilm Instax Mini 9 Camera with Fuji Instant Film & Accessories Bundle has everything your kids need to snap photos and print them out. And, with this super fun accessories bundle, they can even add some creative flair to all those photo projects.

Included with this bundle: a Fujifilm Instax Mini 9 Camera, 2 Instant Film 20-Packs, Camera Case with Adjustable Strap, 64-Photo Album, Selfie Lens, 4 Colored Filters, 10 Hanging Frames, 10 Clips and String, 60 Sticker Frames, 5 Plastic Stand-Up Frames, and Microfiber Cleaning Cloth.

Something the kids can use to decorate their rooms, everyone will flip for this gift on Christmas morning.

For additional photo paper, click here.

There’s nothing like lazing around in a hammock on a warm summer day. This hammock comes with a stand, so no trees are needed, and it’s big enough to snuggle up with a child (or two).

The hammock itself is made from a durable, weather-resistant fabric and the stand is made of heavy-duty steel, so it will last for years. It’s also very portable; it comes with a convenient carry bag and the stand is very simple to assemble/disassemble—no tools required—so they can easily tote it to a campsite, beach, or barbecue.

Every kid loves a good pair of headphones, and if you’re an apple family, think about treating your tweens and teens to the Apple AirPods Pro.

The latest iteration of Apple’s highly popular AirPods, these earbuds have all the bells and whistles, including active noise cancellation for immersive sound, customizable silicone tips, sweat and water-resistant, and much more. Definitely a big gift for kids we know they’ll love. Heck, you might even want a pair for yourself.

And, if you’d rather take a look at the super impressive AirPods Max click here!

If you’re constantly buying art supplies and paper for your little one, then this art table is something you’ll definitely want in your home. Not only does the table have a 100 ft roll of paper for endless creativity, but also comes with two benches for comfort while creating. The table has removable cups and holders for all of the necessary art supplies and is made of sturdy, durable wood that will last for years to come. 

Shopping for gifts for kids who love trains? Look no further. This model from Lionel Pennsylvania is pretty awesome.

If you know someone getting into O gauge model railroading, this is a really special set that has a nice amount of detail. The tracks are easy to put together and take apart and the trains run super smoothly over the tracks (which can be made into an oval, circle, or square. This is a great set to place under a Christmas tree or just have in a playroom for a kid who loves trains.

Sometimes the best gifts for kids actually double as gifts for everyone – including you, mom, and dad!

If you’re looking for family gift ideas that everyone can enjoy, be sure to check out the Oculus Quest 2 All-in-one VR Gaming Headset. The headset is an awesome entertainment gift and something the entire family will love. The setup is simple and easy and you can play standing up, sitting down, in small spaces, large spaces, and everywhere in between!

You can even stream to the TV so everyone gets a glimpse of what the player is seeing, too, too. Pretty cool, huh?

Definitely on our list of the best gifts for kids for a reason, Razor E100 Electric Scooter was made for kids who have a need for speed. The acceleration comes from the handlebars, which can be tricky to grasp at first and is best suited for kids eight or older as they tend to get the hang of it quickly. The scooter can cruise at up to 10 miles an hour, which is pretty fast for a kid’s toy. It has a rechargeable battery that should last for about an hour before it needs to be re-charged. 

Looking for big gifts for kids that are sure to wow them? The Little Tikes Inflatable Jump ‘n Slide Bounce House is a great option with some serious wow-power. Perfect for kids 3 – 8 years old this makes for a great family gift if you have young children. It has mesh sides for safety, comes with a heavy-duty blower and stakes, and is so easy to inflate and deflate in just minutes. 

There’s no better gift than the gift of Alexa, which is why it’s on our list of the best big gifts for kids. For a serious wow-worthy moment on Christmas morning, Amazon’s Echo Dot is a great kid-friendly gift that’s completely useful and interactive. 

Play music, ask questions, listen to the news, check the weather, set alarms, and so much more. Great for kids, tweens, and adults, you’ll all love having Alexa around the house. And, at such a great price, think about getting a couple and placing them strategically around the house for easy access.

Your kids will absolutely love receiving the Echo Glow. A smart lamp made just for them, this device connects to other Alexa-powered gadgets like the Echo Dot, and changes colors and brightness levels depending on the tastes and comfort level of your children.

There’s also a super cool Rainbow Timer that enables the color changes to occur at specific times to keep routines and schedules in check. This is a great family gift you’ll all love.

The Kidzone DIY Race Ride On Bumper Car is ideal for children one and a half to six years of age and spins 360 degrees. It has built-in safety features like a seatbelt and remote control that can be used to control the bumper car for younger kids who don’t quite have the hang of steering down. The soft bumper allows some cushion in case of an accidental bump and has flashing lights that kids will love. It comes in several vibrant colors. 

We have a whole best kids bumper car post if you want to see additional options. 

If you’re looking for a unique type of ride-on toy for a boy or girl the Berg Pedal Go Kart is a great option and one of those gifts for kids they’ll love and use! With a four-wheel design, this offers a stable and fun ride. And, since it’s a little closer to the ground, it’s also a bit more approachable for kids who might be scared to try out a bicycle. 

Did someone say “cool big gifts for kids”? Good. That’s what we thought. Bring the arcade home to your house with the incredibly cool Triumph Lumen-X Lazer 6’ Interactive Air Hockey Table Featuring All-Rail LED Lighting and In-Game Music.

With a light-up design and vibrant colors, kids will absolutely love playing with this game, and so will adults. The table is very high quality, with air-powered electric blowers that push a steady current of air through thousands of precisely drilled air holes for a face-paced game without dead spots

Looking for a way to keep the kids entertained on long car rides? Check out this dual monitor system from FANGOR.

This entertainment system features two 10″ monitors that play the same movie at the same time when properly connected. If only one monitor is needed the battery will last 4-5 hours. If both monitors are in use, they’ll last 2-3 hours. Pretty cool, huh?

A great way to keep the kids busy while you’re driving, these monitors can either be handheld or mounted to the headrest with the included mounting gear.

If you’re looking for gifts for kids who love to play and pretend to cook and bake, check out this awesome kitchen set from KidKraft.

Featuring everything they need to get creative in the kitchen, including lights and sounds – how cool! – this is one fun interactive and innovative toy. Everything opens, too, and there are even hanging hooks to store pots and pans. Definitely on our big gifts for kids list for a reason!

Skip the training wheels and get your tot this Strider – 12 Sport Balance Bike instead. It’s awesome for teaching younger children (ages 2-4) how to ride a bike so they can go straight from this balance bike to a full bike without training wheels. Parents swear by this brand and design, since it’s streamlined and lightweight, making it easy for kids to maneuver. It comes in a variety of colors so you can choose based on your kid’s favorite. 

One of those gifts for kids they’ll use all the time, the Razor MX650 Rocket Electric Motocross Bike is seriously awesome. With its battery-operated electric motor, this bike tops out around 20 miles per hour, making it a safe option for kids.

It’s well made and built strong, so even boys who play rough won’t damage the bike. It’s designed with the geometry of an authentic dirt bike frame, including dual suspension and riser handlebars. There are a few various options for purchasing. One option includes a matching helmet for a reasonable cost, which is a necessary investment. If you want to take the protection and safety up a notch, this off-road gear set includes a helmet, gloves, and goggles, all in an awesome and bright yellow color.

Another one of those gifts for kids that’s really for everyone, the Wow World of Watersports Giant Backyard Waterslide kicks your average waterslide up a notch.

With inflatable sides to keep you on course and featuring sprinklers throughout that keep the base wet and slick for the most fun and speed, this is one cool water slide. The extra-thick PVC base is very durable and can hold up to rough play, even from teens and adults. It will provide hours of endless summer fun for the entire family and is so easy to set up, attaching to any sprinkler head. 

Talk about one cool gift for kids! With all the thrills of a rollercoaster but designed for backyard play and made for kids, the Step2 Extreme Roller Coaster Ride-On Playset is one awesome toy. Even young kids will have the strength to push the cart up the ramp for their next ride and with a safe platform at the top, kids can mount the ride in a balanced fashion without worrying about sliding down. The set is also durable enough to be left outside year-round, even in places with winter conditions. 

A great git for kids who love to build and create, these colorful building blocks are just like large LEGO blocks. Coming in various sizes for the ultimate creative building, the large blocks are 6″ x 4″ x 4″; and the smaller ones are 4″ x 4″ x 4.”

These are a great addition to any playroom. Many reviewers mention the benefits of purchasing a second and/or third set, allowing them to make even larger creations like cars, houses, etc.

Another one of our favorite backyard activities, Yard Jenga is one of those big gifts for kids ideas we know your entire crew will enjoy.

An extreme and oversized version of the original and all-time classic family game, this all-wood version from GoSports stacks to a whopping five-feet tall! With 54 giant blocks included along with a dry erase board to make up your own optional party rules – serious or goofy or whatever you fancy. – this is one awesome game to play.

If you have young kids at home, treat them to one of the all-time classic gifts for kids: the ultimate wagon from Radio Flyer.

An iconic brand with incredible wagons, this 3-in-1 collapsible version comes equipped with a canopy for sunny days and folds down and out into bench-style seating. There are even cupholders and a rear storage compartment to house the canopy when not in use. The collapsible feature also allows for easy and convenient storage.

One of the great family gifts that you’ll use for years as you haul children and other important things around the neighborhood and park.

Bring some of that arcade magic home with this completely cool, nearly full-size Street Fighter-themed cabinet from Arcade1Up.

If you’re looking for one of the best and coolest gifts for kids, this is one of them.  Featuring the classic design of the original Street Fighter cabinet, this version does have a few modern twists, including a 17-inch LCD screen. Pretty sweet, huh? Check it out! We know your kids will love this – and so will you!

Toys like the Hot Wheels Super Six-Lane Raceway make great gifts for kids.

Well-made, durable, and easy to put together, this will keep them occupied for hours – a parents dream! It also folds up and stores easily – a real winner in our book. And, don’t forget to stock up on Hot Wheels cars. 

This is definitely one of those gifts for kids everyone in the family will love using.

The 12 x 6 Feet Floating Water Pad is an ideal gift if you have a pool, live by a lake, or simply love to spend a lot of time on the water. It’s large enough that the whole family can hang on it, providing a cool reprieve from the heat without having to be fully submerged or continuously swimming. It’s made to hold up to 880 lbs. and is over an inch thick, made with quality foam. It also comes with a bungee leash so you can keep it close by and ensure it doesn’t float away.  

We have an entire post covering the best floating water mats. Check out all our favorite picks right here. 

The KidKraft Wooden Backyard Sandbox will have your kid(s) exploring through a fun, sand-filled, sensory experience. This option is the best on the market, large enough for more than one child to play at once and at a price point that won’t break the bank. It has a cover included that’s quick and easy to snap into place, protecting it from the elements when it’s not in use. You’ll need about 12-14 bags of sand to fill it appropriately. 

If you have kids who are big gamers then the X Rocker Pro Series H3 Black Leather Vibrating Floor Video Gaming Chair is a unique gift that they’ll love. It works for kids and adults alike, so you might want to buy yourself one too to avoid fighting over it. It’s made with soft and insanely comfortable vinyl leather that’s easy to wipe clean. The chair has built-in volume controls and outputs for connecting to any audio source, taking any gaming experience to the next level. 

If you’re looking for fun and interactive gifts for kids, check out this dollhouse from KidKraft.

Featuring an easy to assemble design, this house has three levels, five rooms, two outdoor spaces, and a working elevator, this really is a dream for so many kids! 

If you’re looking for big gifts for kids with true imagination and an interest in creating their own fun, check out the Melissa & Doug Doctor Activity Center.

Featuring a waiting area, exam room, sink, and reception area along with all the doctor’s equipment like a blood pressure monitor, scale with movable weight, adjustable height bar, eye chart, clock with movable hands, movable tool hooks and holders, sink, sanitizer pump, and more. The assembly instructions are straightforward and easy to follow. 

Read books, listen to music, binge-watch all those talked about TV shows – there’s a lot one can do with the Amazon Fire 8. 

A fun gift for kids – and the whole family! – the newest Fire features an 8-inch HD display, 64 GB of storage space, 12-hours of battery life, and 2 GB of RAM. Definitely, a wow-worthy gift, this is definitely a good one on our list of awesome gifts for kids.

If you have a child who is musically inclined, you’ll want to check out the Alesis Recital | 88 Key Beginner Digital Piano, which isn’t just an attractively awesome keyboard but can also help teach them how to play. A simple subscription allows for interactive lessons online and a three-month subscription is included with your purchase. The keyboard has 88 premium full-sized semi-weighted keys with adjustable touch response so you can choose the playing style that’s most comfortable for you. 

The Rollerblade Cyclone Kid’s Unisex Size Adjustable Inline Skates are available in a variety of kids and junior sizes, perfect for hitting the pavement and getting outside to enjoy some fresh air. If you want to buy your kids a gift that will minimize screen time and get them playing outside, these skates are the way to go. They have a comfortable, padded fit along with wheels that make for a very smooth ride. 

Calling all Potterheads young, old, and those who are somewhere in between the illustrated version of J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter series are serious must-haves. A gift made for kids of all ages – including you, mom, and dad! – these beautifully illustrated copies bring new life to an already imaginative and lively story.

This set comes with the first three books in the Harry Potter series – Sorcerer’s Stone, Chamber of Secrets, Prisoner of Azkaban – but you can snag the latest release, Goblet of Fire, at this link to complete the collection of what’s already been published. The rest of the books are on the way, so be sure to purchase them all when they’re available. Your kids will absolutely thank you.

We might be a little biased, but Bocce ball is seriously the most fun. Don’t believe us? Treat your family to this go-to bocce ball set that has everything you need – except for the backyard! – to get your bocce game on point, and let the fun begin.

Commonly known as “Italian Lawn Bowling,” bocce ball features two types of balls: large bocce balls and one small ball, known as the “pallina.” Played in teams of two, each team is trying to roll their bocce balls closest to the pallina. Whoever does, wins the round. Great for family tournaments, backyard BBQs, and kids of all ages, your crew will love this outdoor activity.

Check out our list of the best camp games for some awesome additional options in this vein!

One of those big gifts for kids that’s great for those tweens and even teens, this incredible portable Bluetooth speaker from Bose is seriously awesome.

From the pool to the park to the patio and beyond, the SoundLink Color Bluetooth Speaker II provides a full-range portable sound experience. Made for all kinds of weather and environments, this speaker is durable and water-resistant and features an easy to rechargable battery with up to 8-hours of music time. It’s also available in six different colors.

As a seriously fun game for kids of all ages, we just had to include this cornhole game on our list of the best big gifts for kids. 

Made of 100% wood, this cornhole set from GoSports offers the ultimate experience. Outfitted and designed in all of the American Cornhole Association’s rules and regulations, and equipped with eight all-weather cornhole bags (red and blue), you’ll be hosting all kinds of family tournaments in no time.

And, as a total bonus, the simple design allows you to customize this board to your liking. Feel free to paint it up, and add decals and your own personal touches. Pretty cool, huh?

For all the cornhole rules and regulations, click here.

This LEGO set isn’t just a box of building blocks – it has everything your child needs to build and operate a number of interactive, walking, talking robots. How cool is that? Definitely one of those big gifts for kids they’ll love working with.

The builder has the option to start with the suggested designs or to branch out on their own and get creative. The set includes 3 interactive servo motors, a remote control, an improved and redesigned color sensor, a redesigned touch sensor, an infrared sensor, and over 550 LEGO elements. Building instructions for five various robots are included but you can also download bonus building instructions on LEGO’s website. If you’re looking for another LEGO-related gift, check out the many options available online here.

Featured on Amazon’s Holiday Gift Guide, the Kodak Smile Classic Digital Camera is one of those cool gifts for kids we know the whole family will love.

This 2-in-1 camera takes photos, prints them, and does it all in style. Designed with a throwback vibe, this is one cool camera. Available in four colors: black, red, blue, and green.

This train set and table from KidKraft is the perfect gift for kids ages two to ten years old, and thanks to the design, will actually grow with your child as they practice building. The table is the perfect height and includes three bins for the storage of all of the included pieces. The set comes with 120 Colorful Pieces (Including one engine, three train cars, eight people, and more). 

Looking for super cool gifts for kids? Check out this incredibly fun at-home laser tag set! Rain or shine, pandemic or no pandemic, laser tag lives on with this kit from ArmoGear, and we think that’s awesome and your kids will, too. 

Equipped with enough gear for four players, this set turns your backyard or house into a laser tag arena and is sure to lead to hours of fun for all. And, really, there’s no kit better than this one. Featuring the most advanced set of laser tag blasters out there, this set has real vests, invisibility mode, night vision flashlight, voice-guided directions, and a 150-foot shooting range.

Magna Tiles are a true favorite amongst kids – making them a definite highlight on our list of the best big gifts for kids.

Magna Tiles allow kids the opportunity to explore, create, and build, using just their imagination – so fun! The magnets easily hold together, making it easy for kid’s as young as two to understand how they work. With so many shapes and colors, the options are endless in what they can create. This set comes with over 100 pieces that all work together. 

Any kid who loves the movie Frozen will be ecstatic to skate around in these Frozen-themed roller blades, which happen to come with a matching helmet – oh, and the removable tiara is key! – and some fun small accessories. The skates have a toe break for safety and are designed with bright and vibrant feminine colors. The impact-resistant plastic is meant to hold up through years of wear and tear. 

If you have a science-obsessed kid, they’ll love the Wonder Workshop Dot and Dash Robot Wonder Pack.

Best suited for children ages six years and older, this is one cool robot kit where kids can learn the basics of coding – something we know they’ll appreciate. The robots can be built in so many ways, allowing for hundreds of hours of educational STEM play. 

You’ll be the talk of the lake with this awesome towable tube in the shape of a big rubber duckie! The kids will love this!

This intermediate tube does take a little bit of balance and some skill but it’s a great option for older kids, teens, and adults. It’s very stable and virtually impossible to flip over. While it’s not cheap, it’s definitely worth the price tag. 

Not only does this Gym Dandy Spinning Teeter Totter go up and down but it can also rotate incomplete 360 degrees, with an ergonomic design that can hold up to 300 lbs. This can be used by children of varying ages – basically anywhere from two years old to twelve years old. It’s very durable and easy to assemble and will hold up against the elements even in harsh conditions like rain and snow. 

A wow-worthy big gift for kids, this luxury edition of the all-time classic board game Monopoly, is sure to elevate your family fun nights and seriously impress your crew on Christmas morning.

Featuring an elegant two-tone wooden cabinet with burled wood veneers and decorative gold-tone metal accents, this board is simply gorgeous. Equipped with built-in storage for all the game pieces and cards, and featuring deluxe money, gold-tone Monopoly movers, and faux-ivory dice, it will feel like you all own Boardwalk while playing this game.

How fun is the Hauck Nerf Striker Go-Kart Ride-On? Oh, it’s totally fun.

A breeze to assemble, your kids will be up and running – and having fun! – in no time! Kids will love riding it around indoors or outdoors depending on the season. It’s easy to maneuver, even for beginners, and is sturdy and safe. This is a custom NERF Go Kart with placeholders for the NERF blasters, brackets, and darts, however, they are not included. 

Inspiring kids to move, learn, and have fun, the Fisher-Price Think & Learn Smart Cycle is an ideal gift for kids ages three to six years old. Think of it like a Peloton, but for kids. It has an adjustable seat, making for a comfortable riding experience no matter your kid’s height. The built-in Bluetooth technology enables play on a kid’s tablet or TV screen for an immersive play experience and is easy to set up. 

Get your kid this “big gift” for their next special occasion. The Fisher-Price Kid-Tough Digital Camera allows them to snap great quality photos and even has some special effects. The tough outer shell is made to withstand children’s play and can survive drop after drop without breaking. Simply upload to a computer or print online, just like a real, adult camera. 

If you’re shopping for a toddler, this Crocodile Activity Wall Panel is a perfect gift with so many sensory activities that they can play with and explore. It has five separate pieces that can be mounted at the perfect height for their eye level, with a different activity on each with sounds, colors, shapes, and puzzles. Multiple children can play on it at once, making it great for siblings. 

Bring the excitement of an ice cream truck into your everyday life with the Melissa & Doug Snacks & Sweets Food Cart. Kids will love participating in pretend play and serving up their favorite sweet treats. The cart is made from high-quality wood, making it very durable and easy to assemble. It comes with 40 play food pieces and realistic features like pull-out drawers, a working bell, sliding see-through doors, reversible awning, and a double-sided, write-on menu. 

With the safety of playgrounds in question these days, it’s nice to have some playground-like equipment at home, allowing kids to climb, crawl, and explore. This highly rated Climb-N-Crawl Caterpillar Tunnel is ideal for kids three years and older and is safely made with weather-proof materials, allowing it to be used indoors and outdoors. It can be configured in multiple ways to keep it interesting and new for kids as time goes on and is extremely easy to assemble. 

Looking for a tree swing that’s safe and secure? This giant tree swing is the best of the best. Any family would enjoy this addition in their yard. If you have several kids or would like to be able to spend time on the swing with your kids, this is a wonderful choice because it can fit quite a few people. While a lot of swings have a max weight of 660 lbs. this has one of the largest seats, making it the roomiest option. The galvanized steel frame is rust-resistant, perfect for combating rain, and is very sturdy. All of the hardware for hanging is included and it’s easy to do so. 

We have more coverage of tree swings here if you’d like to consider other options. 

The GoSports 6’ x 3’ Mid-Size Table Tennis Game Set is sure to be a blast for the whole family, including kids as young as five or six years old. Not only can the family play both inside and outdoors, but the table easily folds and stores or can be transported if you feel like moving the location. The table comes with everything needed for play including two paddles, the net, and four balls. It’s the perfect mid-sized table for smaller spaces. 

The Little Tikes Perfect Fit 4-in-1 Trike Ride-On is ready to change as your child does! Featuring a method for parents to push, pedals for toddlers to use, and a steering wheel, this trike keeps pace with your active, growing child.

Any kid who is construction truck obsessed will be so excited to receive this toy as a gift. The rolly toys CAT Construction Pedal Tractor is a fully functional backhoe digger equipped with a stabilizer foot and safety latch and can scoop up large piles of dirt, sand, or snow. The seat can be moved into two various positions, accomodating your child as they get taller and is ideal for kids three and six years old. This ride-on toy is powered by pedaling rather than a battery so you won’t have to worry about keeping anything charged and your child can ride to their heart’s content rather than being timed out with a dead battery. 

Kids can bring their very own robot to life with the LEGO MINDSTORMS Robot Kit. It’s a great way for kids to learn the basics of programming, whether they do it alone or with a little help from parents. The app can be installed on a tablet or computer and then be used to program the robot to walk, talk, or perform simple tasks. The app is intuitive and user-friendly so kids should be able to catch on quickly, even if they are beginners. 

Backyard fire pits have skyrocketed in popularity over the last few years, and for good reason. In addition to being relatively low-maintenance, they provide the perfect spot for the whole family to gather and bond over conversation, music, and everyone’s favorite: s’mores.

In these uncertain times, they can provide a mini escape without leaving the safety of your own yard.

This particular model comes with a poker, a spark screen, and even a grate for grilling. It’s easy to assemble, rust-resistant, and children will enjoy the celestial design. The outer rim also makes it easy to move if the recipients decide to change the layout of their backyard.

If you haven’t played Exploding Kittens before, you’re missing out. “Perfect for adults, teens, and kids who like kittens and explosions and laser beams and sometimes goats,” this is a fun and funny card game for everyone. It’s basically Russian roulette with kittens and it’s all kinds of awesome.

Chances are, your family will absolutely love this game. Mine does, for sure! And, this edition, actually has a special surprise inside when you open it. We’re not going to ruin it for you, but trust us, you and your kids will love it!

“Alexa. How cool is this kitchen playset?” Totally cool. Imagination meets innovation with the KidKraft Alexa 2-in-1 Kitchen & Market. With the power of Alexa (parental consent required), playtime is amplified as this playset connects to a compatible Echo device (sold separately), as kids can access the KidKraft Kid Skill component that has access to recipes and more.

And, this is a double-sided playset, featuring both a market and kitchen station. On one side, kids can learn to shop in the market with a self-checkout, working smart scanner, bagging area, cash and drawer, storage shelves, and freezer. On the other side, kids can cook in the lights and sounds kitchen, which includes a fridge, freezer, sink, smart faucet, smart stovetop, smart oven, smart cutting board, microwave, storage hooks, chalkboard sign, storage shelves, utensils, plates, smart pot, and pan.