The Tween Girl In Your Life Won’t Roll Her Eyes At These Must-Have Gifts
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Oh, preteens. Young enough to love the playful things while old enough to want what's in style or trending. Have a tween girl in your life that's due a gift? Rest easy, we have some fine options, with time or order before the holidays.
There are countless reasons to celebrate the tween girl in your life, from returning to school for another enriching year of education to having a birthday or some other milestone. And while we can't say it's a cakewalk to find the perfect gift for her, we do have some outstanding suggestions. They may not believe in Santa anymore, but they're still gonna need some thoughtful gifts.
These gifts are great for every facet of the tween girl life. We're talking about minimalistic folios that are superb for keeping things in order and personalized pieces of jewelry that really speak to her. We even have coding toys for the STEM-lovers of the world.
Perhaps the tween girl in your life just made the volleyball team, perhaps she's showing a new interest in fashion or gaming. Regardless of that path she's currently on (and it won't be her last), we have some truly wonderful gifts that cater specifically to tween girls.
Here are the 43 best gifts to shop for tween girls in the final hours of this holiday season!
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Flour Shop Rainbow Pop-Up Cake Kit
Colorful, edible and fun? You bet. This set was assembled with the tween in mind, especially one with some culinary DIY prowess. It sets you up with all you need to make those magical rainbow cake pops from home.
Girl Rise Above Rib Crop Tee
Discerning as your tween may be, she'll be drawn to this stylish crop tee. It can keep up with the lifestyle, make of stretchy fabric that loves to be on the go and offers a seamless fit.
Youth Gripper Slipper
Slippers are a winter staple, falling down is not. Keep her sure-footed with these adorable gripper slippers. They boast a cozy interior lining and cool knit exterior.
The Reverse Coloring Book
Tweens love a good twist. This coloring book is seemingly backwards, offering all the colors but no lines. That's where she comes in, using that brilliant brain to bring the many hues to life.
Portable Projector
This projector works great indoors or outdoors and brings that big picture aesthetic right to your house. She'll like the colorful design and being able to enlarge her favorite movies and shows. It's very compatible, teaming up with everything from PlayStations and phones to laptops.
Speed Cube
A tween's mind has an insatiably appetite. Give it a healthy snack with this teaser of a speed cube. A bit like a Rubik's Cube, this thing is all about orientation and speed. A stress-reliever and intelligence-builder, the speed cube is a bargain gift indeed.
The Nugget
This play couch is a true wonder, great for growing minds that still have plenty of imagination on top of independence. Great for sleep overs, the geometric design allows for all kinds of permutations, meaning it'll keep up with her ever-changing taste.
Women's Tazz Slipper
Nothing feels quite like that UGG wool. This pair of slippers brings instant warmth to the feet and the suede exterior exudes great style. Hanging out at home just got a lot more comfortable.
Round Mini Shoulder Bag
What this bag lacks in size it makes up for in personality. The crescent shape is cool and the water-repellent outer means it's great for all seasons. There's a handy inner pocket for keys and the like and the design works in harmony with tweens on the go (as they tend to be).
Red Affair Nail Set
This hypnotic nail set comes in a set of 30 and takes just five minutes to apply. Best, they'll last up to two weeks and the glistening red tips will bring a little extra character to her hands.
Duo Beaded Stacker Ring
Gift her a little glamor for her hands with this dazzling beaded stacking ring. It comes in gold vermeil or sterling silver and works well alone or with a few of its siblings. Don't let anyone tell you jewelry can't be small and inexpensive without offering a mega-refined look.
Landon Neoprene Carryall
Dagne Dover's viral duffel bag is stylish, functional, and super easy to clean. The perfect gift for the Tween on the go.
The Revenge Game
Tweens lose interest in things rather quickly, making a book a sometimes risky move. Not so with this engaging story, just published and offering a fresh perspective on romance. Smartly written, it's a feminist mystery that'll keep the reader glued.
Day Dazzle: The Morning Kit
Some things go viral for good reason. This kit is a candidate, a morning-starter made up of moisturizing and strengthening creams and serums. The end result is a glowing face, fully hydrated and -- most likely -- smiling ear to ear.
The Quencher H2.0 FlowState™ Tumbler | 40 OZ
This 40-ounce tumbler is a dream, with tons of color options and a lid with three different cover options (closed, sip, or straw). Iced drinks will stay that way for up to two days and the rugged handle can go anywhere.
Maya Mint Icecream
Who doesn't want to snuggle up with a Squishmallow? It's like a therapy pet that you don't have to feed or walk. All your tween gal has to do is cozy up to it and enjoy the softness as well as the almost unbearable cuteness.
Everywhere Belt Bag 1L Fleece
A charming little pack, this belt bag offers the texture of fleece and a nice compartment for valuables. The buckle strap is a nice detail and the slack from the belt tucks away for an overall clean and very mobile look.
Ibiza Paddle
Pickleball has taken over, absorbing all ages. Set up the tween girl with the ultimate sporting tool with this eye-catching paddle. It's inspired by the Spanish coastal haven and the color scheme is so pleasant she'll want to put it somewhere noticeable even when she's not playing.
Custom Neon Sign
Give them that club glow with this custom neon sign. It'll brighten up the surroundings, whether it's used as a luminous name tag in their room or a fun decal in the backyard. The LED lights are durable and the whole thing is easy to hang just about anywhere.
The Freestyle FHD HDR Smart Portable Projector
For the teen who loves a good movie, this projector has it all. From incredible sound to a massive screen size that's sharp as a tack, there's little this portable device can't do.
Rechargeable Reading Light
Reading is a practice that really can't be overdone. This rechargeable reading light will allow her to keep consuming literature even after the sun goes down, whether it be in her room before bed or on a camping trip.
Wonderboom 3
This speaker packs so much punch. Tweens will love the bold sound, coupled with a durability that will keep in throwing bass and treble for years to come. No more sharing music via the tinny sounds of a smartphone: we all deserve better.
Brazilian Crush Cheirosa 68 Beija Flor™ Perfume Mist
With an aroma of dragonfruit and jasmine, this fragrance strikes a lovely balance between floral and fruity. She'll love having it at the ready, for a quick spray before school or a little mental travel as it reminds of being on the beach in Brazil.
Hydro-star® + Tea Tree
Tweens are fluid creatures and their faces are no exception. As they blossom into full-grown humans, acne and blemishes often get in the way. Gift her some helpful treatment with this great hydrating kit from Starface, a clever and cute approach that covers unsavory spots while combating them.
Peptide Lip Treatment
A playful riff on lip treatment, this one is perfect for the tween girl. Inspired by the Krispy Kreme Strawberry Glazed Donut, it's full of stone fruit flavors and makes for incredibly glossy, well-feeling lips.
Sweetheart Clip
The best hair clips work as fashion accessories, with little details that reflect your fashionable side. This clip is fun and fruit-driven, with a single line of radiant cherries. It's great for a low bun and will keep her hair in order all day long.
Lip Butter Balm
This cherry lip balm is all the rage, vegan and a great way to address parched lips. The added color is a nice bonus and the unmatched shine is something to behold. It tastes almost as good as it looks.
Tutti Frutti Backpack
This backpack boasts a playful pattern and is set up with a heavyweight canvas base for all those textbooks. It can house a large laptop, has a pair of water bottles holders and can even be customized with a special leather tag.
Fanny Pack
Fanny packs are back, the tweens know as much. This one is great for storing all of her items, from phones and jewelry to makeup and IDs. She can wear it as she please as the pack and be thrown over the shoulder or waist.
My Neighbor Totoro Mini Die Cut Lunch Bag
No more brown bags or boring insulated pouches. This lunch bag is all about artistic license, borrowing from one of Miyazaki's most beloved characters. Great for school or trips, the bag works best with the matching bento box.
Large 13" Minimalist Folio
Tweens have a lot of stuff and that's not about to change. Put a little organization to the chaos with this fantastic minimalistic folio. Made of vegan leather, it comes with a laptop sleeve, magnetic closure, phone pocket, and more.
imagiCharm
Celebrate her love of STEM with this brainy coding toy for tweens. Mean to be paired with a phone, it allows the user to create custom pixel art. Best, it's the work of a female-founded brand and sets the tween up to learn Python, a very popular code script.
Candy Clear Case
Need a stocking stuffer this holiday season? Do better than chocolate or a gift card and go with this novel case. It's shockproof and protects every angle of the phone.
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Discover Atlantica Puzzle
Puzzles are great bet they become even better when treated to some imagination. This one, inspired by the undersea realm from The Little Mermaid, will cater to her love for all things tween Disney. Composed of 60 pieces, the puzzle comes with a keepsake bag and box.
Rainbow Face Painting Kit
A great gift under $30? Sure enough, they do exist. This craft box allows her to turn her face into a blank canvas and make some heady art. There are designs for inspiration but the sky is the limit, something creative tweens will adore.
Crystal Growing Coral Reef
Allow her to grow her own coral reef with this unique gift idea from Lockwood. The paper reefs can be made in various colors and expand over time courtesy of terraforming powders. Turn her book shelf or desk into an enchanting shoreline.
Unicorn Bath Bombs for Girls with Jewelry
Make the tub experience a little more fun and vibrant with this bath bomb set. Not only does it come with the necessary foam-makers, but also a half dozen pieces of jewelry and a box to keep it all safe.
8 Pack Butter Slime Kit
Peak slime interest falls right around tweenhood. Feed the love for all things gooey with this butter slime kit, which smells good, is fun to play with and even helps with stress relief. It's like a therapy session via Nickelodeon.
Woom 6
Buying the right bike can be tough, especially for the still-growing tween. That's where a good hybrid comes in, like this all-around bike built for ages 10-14. The frame is great for riders of various sizes (not to mention fashion preferences) and the sturdy wheels can handle the pavement as well as the trail.
Flower Grow Kit
Does she like gardening? Put that green thumb to work with this flower kit. You can choose from three flower types and create floral arrangements without getting in over your head, as the hydroponic system means the plants pretty much care for themselves.
Marshmallow
A good blanket is a tween girl's best friend, something she can burrow into over a book or favorite show. This one feels like chinchilla and is made from 90% recycled materials.
Voyager Bluetooth Record Player
Tweens know all about throwback style and the turntable sums that all up. This one is a real looker, great as a room decoration and means of enjoying that one-of-a-kind tangible musical experience that is listening to vinyl records.
Walk Kit
Does she like dogs and style? Set her up with this great pet-walking kit, fit with a leash, harness and poop bag holder. The dog will like the feel while she'll like that everything matches.
Coquette
Instant classics, these sneakers from Veja win on many levels. They have great logo placement, a timeless urban design and just enough color to offer a little flair, without overdoing it.
Petite Bunny Gloss Bar
Inexpensive does not mean cheap, at least it doesn't have to. This bunny gloss is hydrating, comes in an array of colors and scents and creates a glossy transparent finish.
Desert Dreams Tie Dye Colors Tie Dye Kit
What's better than tie dye? Doing it yourself with a color spectrum plucked from the desert. This kit offers a trio of lovely colors and is versatile enough to tie-dye all kinds of garments, like monochromatic joggers and crop top hoodies.
Retrochill Dress
Tweens love a good athleisure item as it's comfortable, sporty, and stylish. Made of breathable cotton, this dress is even smarter than it looks, featuring zip-up side pockets.
Xbox Series S – Gilded Hunter Bundle
The latest iteration of the storied Xbox series is everything the tween gamer could want and more. The next-gen system has all the best games, is incredibly fast and can stream 4k video via all the popular services.
Fairy Name Necklace
A name tag oozing with elegance this necklace is made of 18k gold or rose gold. The cable chain is held together by a lobster clasp and the personalized tag can handle anywhere from two to ten letters.
Double Break Backpack
JanSport knows its backpacks and this iconic bag continues to be a top choice. With a laptop sleeve and two water bottle holders, it's a great pack for commutes, hiking and school. The nylon packcloth is durable and the adjustable straps make for a perfect fit.
Instax Mini 12 Instant Camera
For the burgeoning tween photographer, this set will surely inspire. It comes with a great camera, a case and plenty of film to feed that unwavering urge to instantly create physical photos. All you have to do is point and shake it, shake it.
DIY Journal Set for Girls
For the tween gal, not just any journal will do. This set comes with all the requisite accoutrements, from stickers and glitter tape to custom frames. It's a colorful and engaging brand of scrapbooking for today's tween.
Stitch 'N Style Fashion Studio Sewing Machine Toy
Is she the next Prada? This gift is ideal, built with the fashionista in mind. Sewing has never been easier and the kit even comes with some pre-printed clothing designs that are easy and fun to knock out. And if she wants to deviate from the norm, she can make her own stuff with hew newfound sewing prowess.
Sing Song Makeup Bag
Taylor Swift fans deserve more than the latest record and some good red lipstick. This cool makeup bag depicts the many pop star personas of the musical heroine and comes with a sturdy zipper, meaning no issues closing or opening the bag no matter how many cosmetics get stuffed in there.
Kids' Classic Marbled Tie Dye Clog
Crocs cater to all ages but it's the tweens who cover the tie dye. This pair is charming and psychedelic, with a candy marbled look and easy to throw on build.
Assorted Bite-Size Cupcakes
Is she into all the baking shows? Celebrate as much with cupcakes, easily one of the most fun-to-eat items on the planet. This set comes with 25 bit-sized options and are not only a joy to consume but a surefire way to nudge her towards creating some of her own sugary delicacies.
Favorite Things Kids' Pisa Bracelet Set
This bracelet set is steeped in fun, built around wondrous motifs like rainbows and unicorns. She'll love the five distinctive gold-beaded items, whether she's wearing them all or doling a few out to her best friends.
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