The Best Children’s Gift Guide – 2025

Christmas is coming, which means the the adverts are coming in full force on the tv. The kids seem to want everything they see in the adverts. I am making Christmas shopping easier with The Best Children’s Gift Guide – 2025.

Grab a cuppa and sit and look through to find the best gifts for kids this year.

PlusPlus

Great little stocking fillers for kids are PlusPlus. Let their imaginations run wild as they build and construct their masterpieces. Available in a range of different colours and themes.

Hot Wheels

No introductions needed for Hot Wheels. A brand known for generations for their fun cars and great imagination. So many cars to collect to add to their collections including this 71 Dodge Challenger.

JUMBO – Fun Lockets Secret Mirror 

Find the keys, unlock the mysteries and create your own sparkling hair styles with the Fun Lockets Secret Mirror! Inside, there are over 20 surprises to discover, including everything you need to create stunning hairstyles!  Get started by finding the four hidden keys, then unlock the Secret Mirror to unbox your surprises!  Inside, you’ll discover a special magic tool that adds over 100 shimmers to your hair, as well as scrunchies, hair clips, a comb and lots more to transform your look! The easy-to-use shimmer hair tool creates sparkling styles in minutes, which are totally tangle free for endless dress-up fun. You can even personalise your magic Secret Mirror with the fun stickers included, and there’s enough space to store and keep all of your new accessories safe, too! Available from Smyths and Amazon

Animakii Fashion Dolls

The hottest and brightest collection of fashion dolls to hit the UK, Animakii combines ‘anime’, ‘make’ and ‘kawaii’, to produce a range of super on-trend dolls which are set to shake things up! 

The Animakii dolls are all about customisation, self-expression, and finding your own vibe.  There are four fully customisable dolls in the collection to choose from, each having two Amine inspired styles.  Which will you choose first; Candy and Bubblegum, Gamer and Cyberpunk, Unicorn and Bat, or School Girl and Magical Girl? 

Each Animakii doll set comes with one doll, four switch-and-swap faces, two hairstyles, two outfits and two sets of shoes, meaning there are endless opportunities to create your own chic characters and disruptive looks.  You can create an amazing 32 vibrant looks with just one doll! Collect them all and you’ll be able to create thousands of different combinations.  Whichever doll you choose: make, style and SLAY! Available from Amazon 

Pomsies Interactive Pet Skye

Meet the Pomsies; Mist, Skye and Roxy, the original wearable fashion pom pom pets who just want to be your friend! 

There’s so much more to Pomsies than just fluff; these interactive pets are full of personality, and they can’t wait to be your new best friend!  As well as loving to sing, each Pomsie makes 50 different sounds and reactions, and has a cute fuzzy tail that wraps around your wrist.  Watch their eyes change colour to express their mood, so you’ll know when they’re hungry or want some of your attention; you can even feel them purring when you pet them!  

Not only are they super cute, soft and cuddly, but they’re also oh-so stylish. They love hanging around with you, adding some Pomsies pizazz to your look! Why not pair a Pomsie with your favourite backpack or wear them on your wrist as a cute accessory? There’s no wrong way to wear a Pomsie!  What’s more, collect all three and they’ll talk and sing together, too. Available from Smyths

MINISO

Get their imaginations going with this Police set from MINOSA. Construct and have hours of fun playing.

Canal Toys

Have some fun with Canal Toys Photo Creator.

The innovative and trendy Photo Creator Instant Print Camera 2.0 is bursting with creativity and colour.

The camera is great fun. With its front and selfie lens, snap the perfect 48MP photo or record a video in HD, then view it all on the 3” touchscreen.
Automatic exposure takes care of the settings, while the built-in flash and LED light ring helps every shot shine.
Print over 100 high-quality photos out of the box with 4 colour print options. Personalise each photo with the included stickers and markers for added flair.
A 4GB Micro SD card is included, and memory can be expanded.

Orchard Toys

Everyone loves a new game to play and Orchard Toys offer just that with a variety of fun family games, including –

• Bluey Fancy Restaurant Game – Recreate the fun of Bluey’s “Fancy Restaurant” episode with Bluey and Bingo!
• Elf Lotto Mini Game – Fill your board with cheeky elves in this festive matching game

Craft Buddy

Arts & Crafts are always fun and Craft Buddy have an amazing range of Crystal Art that everyone will love for those aged 6 and above, including –

• Crystal Art 3D Butterflies Decoration Kit – Set of 3 – The Crystal Art® 3D Butterflies Decoration Kit comes ready to assemble and adorn with rainbow diamond painting. Each butterfly comes in two parts for you to layer, so it creates dimension and movement. Simply add your crystals to the adhesive template on each set of wings, then layer the smaller on top of the larger shape. Each butterfly comes with a small black plastic ‘body centre’ which also acts as a clip that hold.
• Crystal Art Wildlife Buddies – A new series with your favourite wildlife including an Emu, Octopus and Snake
• Mufasa Disney Crystal Art Buddies XL – Musafa is just one of the many Disney crystal arts that you can choose from

For The Older Kids

For the older kids there are kits that take a little more work including –

• Harry Potter Mirror Buddies
• Frida Kahlo Scroll
• Care Bears Secret Diary

Aquabeads

A great way to keep the kids entertained is Aquabeads. With many different sets available to collect. Kids are kept busy and love making their new creations. Aquabead sets include –

• AQUABEADS BEGINNERS CRAFT STUDIO – An ideal introduction to Aquabeads, this comprehensive set includes 900 beads in 25 dazzling colours, featuring shiny beads, star beads and watercolour beads! It comes complete with fun templates, pop-up tray for easy crafting, and a sliding storage tray. RRP £19.99 | Age 4+ | Amazon, Argos, Asda, The Entertainer, Hobbycraft, John Lewis, Smyths
• AQUABEADS STITCH NAIL DESIGNER KIT  – Packed with 40 out-of-this-world nail designs featuring Stitch and Angel. Super easy to create, just apply a ‘coat’ of water, wait three minutes and the nails are ready to wear – no gluey fingers or smudged nail varnish in sight! RRP £17.99 | Age 4+ | Amazon, Smyths, John Lewis, WHSmith

Baker Ross

Keeping the kids entertained with arts & crafts is fun entertainment for them. Baker Ross have a huge range of arts and crafts that is perfect for them over the Christmas break, including –

• Snowman Marshmallow Mix & Match Decoration Kits – Snowman Marshmallow Decoration Kits. Children can mix and match the self-adhesive foam pieces to create their own cheerful snowman.
• Christmas Gonk Personalised Decoration Kits – Add a personal touch to your festive decorations with these charming gonk kits. Children can mix and match the self-adhesive foam pieces to create their own cheerful gonk.
• Christmas Snow Cloud Mix & Match Decoration Kits – Create a magical winter scene with these Snow Cloud Decoration Kits. Children can mix and match the self-adhesive foam pieces to design their own hanging snow clouds, using the templates and ribbon included.
• Christmas Capybara Mix & Match Decoration Kits – Bring festive fun to life with our Christmas Capybara Mix & Match Decoration Kits! With 8 adorable designs to choose from, kids can mix and match the foam pieces to create their own cheerful capybara characters.
  
  

Two iconic plush figures are Paddington Bear and Harry Potter.

• PADDINGTON COLLECTABLE PLUSH – Little fans of Paddington will love this 22cm soft toy, featuring his famous red hat and blue duffle coat. Perfect for adventures, cuddles, and inspiring imaginative play, just like in The Adventures of Paddington TV series. RRP £9.99 | Age from Birth | Amazon, The Entertainer, Hamleys
• MY FIRST STARS OF HOGWARTS – HARRY POTTER Dressed in Hogwarts robes and Gryffindor scarf, with embroidered glasses and lightning scar, Harry is perfect for playtime and snuggles. A magical companion for little wizards and witches, he makes a truly enchanting gift for fans of all ages. RRP £16.99 | Age from birth | Argos, Amazon.
  

Danilo

A much loved and useful gift at Christmas is a new calendar and diary for next year. As always Danilo have a great range of calendars and diaries including –

• DISNEY WINNIE THE POOH 2026 SQUARE CALENDAR
• THE GREAT BRITISH BAKE OFF 2026 FAMILY ORGANISER CALENDAR (WITH STICKERS)
• DISNEY EEYORE 2026 SLIM DIARY

Yoto

You will have seen me mention Yoto previously. This is such a great little stocking filler that will let your children be screen free and just listen to their favourite stories. Yoto have a huge variety of themes that you will not just be able to stop at one pack including –

• Wicked: The Soundtrack
• His Dark Materials Collection
• Science for Curious Kids Pack
• KPop Demon Hunters

SuperQuesters

Two great new books in the SuperQuesters series are –

• SuperQuesters Mission: River Crest Rescue –  best friends Lilli, Leo and Bea find their day taking an unexpected twist when they discover an old board game, Questland, and magical amulets. Transported to the kingdom of Questland, the trio are transformed into the SuperQuesters – Lillicorn, Leo Zoom and Bea Bumble! They have been summoned to save the village of River Crest, which evil goblin gardener, Mortifer, wants to destroy. Using their new superpowers, can the SuperQuesters stop Mortifer’s Beaver Bots building dams to flood the village? And his lethal Dragonfly Drones sowing seeds of poisonous plants before it’s too late?
• SuperQuesters Mission: Rainforest Magic – Lilli, Leo and Bea’s Questland amulets whisk them away to a raft rushing down a raging river. Rescued by Jamac, the talking jaguar, he explains he needs their help to find a cure for his friend, Puddle Waddle the capybara who is mysteriously ill. Can the SuperQuesters combine science and the magic of the rainforest to save their new friend? Will they be able to gather the most important ingredient, magical dew from the Moonwhisper Flower, before midnight?

Available from Amazon and all good book stores

Warmies

A much loved brand anytime of the year is Warmies. They have such a cute and varied range of warmable fragranced plush toys. Great for those days where we are feeling chilly, or just need a warm hug.

They have such a wide range of plushies and bag charms which includes:-

• Warmies® Shark
• Warmies® Boba Bag Charm
  
  

Mini Cam

Small in size but big on fun, this mini digital camera is a great choice for kids or anyone who loves capturing moments on the go. With a one-inch screen, 14 playful photo effects, video capability, and a 1GB memory card included, it’s a fully functional camera that fits on a keychain. A budget-friendly way to inspire creativity, and available in multiple colours to suit every style.

Pokemon

Everyone loves Pokémon they and they have some great stocking fillers this Christmas.

The full range can be purchased at Boots and includes –

• Pokemon Pokeball Shower Gel
• Pokemon Pikachu Bath Sponge

Stych

Whether you are looking for a stocking filler or that perfect gift any girl will love. Stych have a lovely range of gift ideas. Including –

• Cherry Bag and Accessories Gift Box – This gift set includes a Cherry & Heart Crossbody Bag, 3 pack Bow Gem Hair Clips, Tulle Ruffle & Gem Headband. Gifted tissue wrapped in a Stych re-useable gift box. Plus you can add a hand written personal message, at checkout. 

The Night I Met Father Christmas

A beautiful story for Christmas is Ben Millers festive book The Night I Met Father Christmas.

It was quarter to midnight on Christmas Eve. The lights were out all over the land, and children everywhere were asleep in their beds, dreaming of the big day to come. Well, almost everywhere . . Jackson is determined to stay awake until Father Christmas arrives, but on the stroke of midnight when a jolly red-dressed figure whooshes down the chimney, he is in for the most magical surprise! Join Jackson on the night he met Father Christmas and travelled the world in an adventure he will never forget.

Available to purchase at Amazon and other good book stores

Care Bears Digital Pet

A retro revival with a modern twist, this digital pet combines 90s nostalgia with interactive play. Cheer Bear needs feeding, caring for, and a little luck to thrive – all shown on a charming, pixelated screen. Fun mini-games and signature Care Bears expressions keep things engaging, while its cheerful pink design makes it a collector’s favourite for kids and grown-ups alike. With 5 to collect in the series –

• Pink – Cheer Bear
• Purple – Share Bear
• Blue – Grumpy Bear
• Yellow – Funshine Bear
• Green – Good Luck Bear

MINISO

A lovely little stocking filler for every Hello Kitty fan is the cute little Hello Kitty Foldable Toothbrush & Bathroom Cup from MINOSO. Both come in its very own little carry bag great for trips away.

STM Goods

There are times when we need to carry our laptops with us. Whether for work or study travelling with your laptop can be daunting in keeping it safe. STM Goods have the perfect solution with their Kin Laptop Sleeve.

• Available in 14″ and 16″
• In Aqua Blue or Rose Petal

Oral- B

A great stocking filler that is also good for their oral health is Oral-B iO Kids Disney Stitch Electric Toothbrush with Travel Case. The Oral-B iO Kids electric toothbrush, designed with and recommended by dentists for kids aged 6+, offers gentle and effective cleaning. It features 3 brushing modes, including a unique kid-friendly sensitive mode, to ensure it is tough on cavities while remaining gentle on gums. Also removes more plaque than a regular manual toothbrush. Also comes with a 2-minute music timer and provides access to the Disney Magic App to teach your kid healthy habits for life with Disney.

TeaJoy

Those who spend a fortune on bubble tea. Can now make their own at home with the help of TeaJoy Bubble Tea kits. There are 2 boxes to choose from which are available to buy from Amazon

• Milk Teas – 2 x Classic Milk Tea & Tapioca and 2 x Brown Sugar Milk Tea & Tapioca
• Fruit Teas – 2 x Passionfruit & Strawberry 2 x Mango & Passion fruit

They also have ready made bubble teas in cans for a quick pick up and go treat.

PLAYinCHOC

Give the gift of chocolate plus a toy in one with PLAYinCHOC Christmas Collection. The set includes collectable, ethical toys double up as super-cute decorations too! Includes a snowman, a cheeky elf, a friendly ginger-bread figure, a sweet tree, an adorable reindeer and, of course, Father Christmas himself. Essential for all ToyChoc completists. The best bit is that the chocolate is 100% organic and is Dairy, Nut, Gluten, Soy and Plastic free.

With 6 x PLAYin CHOC® ToyChoc Boxes
Each ToyChoc Box contains:
2x10g organic chocolates + 3D puzzle toy & fun facts card

Vista Print

For those who love chocolate a gift of a Giant Personalised Milka Chocolate Bars will be a great gift to receive. Available in 6 bar option or 12 bar option. Just upload your photo and type in the name etc and off you go.

Rollagranola

Something a little different as a stocking filler is Little Rollas. The first kids’ range from Rollagranola, offering naturally sweetened, nutrient-rich granola in three delicious flavours: Vanilla (pecan, vanilla, cashew & coconut), Berry (pecan, cashew, strawberry & raspberry) and Cocoa (sultanas, cocoa, cashew & almond). Each blend is gluten and dairy-free, packed with over 25% nuts and seeds, fortified with vitamin D and delivers 4g of plant protein per serving.

Sleeping Stars

For those with babies and toddlers an Organic Cotton Toddler Sleeping Suit from Sleeping Stars will be very much welcomed.

Made from 95% GOTS-certified organic cotton and certified to OEKO-TEX Standard 100, the Sleeping Stars Organic Cotton Toddler Sleeping Suit is a safer alternative for when little ones begin to stand and walk, meaning traditional sleeping bags become a bit of a hazard.

Created by Ilona Andrews, sleep consultant and founder of Sleeping Stars, and mum of two, this clever all-in-one gives your little one the warmth and comfort of a baby sleeping bag, with the freedom to move, explore and rest safely.

Little & Long

Those celebrating their first Christmas with a new baby. Little & Long are a lovely UK based brand that specialises in sleepwear especially for long babies.

Their range includes –

• Snug-N-Stretch Sleepsack – 2.5 tog SnugNStretch Sleepsack, the ultimate sleeping bag designed especially for tall babies and toddlers.
• Room-To-Roam Playsuit – the perfect everyday babygrow designed especially for tall babies and toddlers

Available in 3 different sizes and colours. Parents of tall babies often struggle to find clothing that actually fits – standard sizes are usually too short in the legs and arms, even when the body is still roomy. That’s where Little and Long comes in. We design soft, sustainable bamboo sleepwear with extra length, so little ones can stay comfortable for longer

Tribal Pet Foods

We can not forget our fur babies at Christmas. They deserve some Christmas treats and their own special Christmas dinner, Tribal have the answer. Founded by Oxford-trained food scientist Fatima Maktari and a pioneer in the UK cold-pressed dog food space. Tribal was one of the first brands to use fresh, human-grade meat in cold-pressed recipes back in 2017. Their range includes –

• Turkey & Cranberry Dog Treats
• Cold Pressed Dog Food: Small Breed Turkey
• Cold Pressed Dog Food: Adult Breed Turkey
• 80% Gourmet Sausage
  

Pointers

Our animals are always part of our family and are not just a pet. So why not spoil them with the Pointer Christmas Cracker. Stuffed with crunchy turkey and cranberry flavoured shapes, don’t let your furry friend miss out on all of the Christmas

Blue Cross

If you love to give to charity and love animals. Blue Cross have a great range of gifts this Christmas that. Money from every purchase comes to Blue Cross to help us help more sick, injured and homeless pets at our rehoming centres and animal hospitals across the UK. Last year the national charity helped nearly 40,000 cats, dogs, small animals and horses.

Have you seen my other Christmas Guides –

Advent Calendar Guide – 2025