Looking for some educational gifts for kids that they will enjoy? We’re not talking flash cards or workbooks. No, no. We’re talking fun, interactive games and gifts that will turn kids ON to learning. Some of the gift ideas are very obviously educational gifts, while others are gifts that sneak in that educational element. Gotta love that!
Below are educational gift ideas for kids, from preschool to 5th grade. A quick description of each list is included. If you are interested in learning more, click on the image or the text link for each gift list.
If you have a child who’s learning the alphabet, this ABC Toys list is filled with games and activities that you can use to teach the ABC’s.
If you have a pre-reader or pre-writer, these gift ideas and tools can help kids work on rhyming, storytelling, fine motor skills, and letters in creative ways.
I hear many parent complain about sloppy handwriting. Often, this happens because of weak muscle control with the hand. The toys on this list help to strengthen those fine motor muscles in fun ways that kids may not even be aware of. Included in this gift list are ideas for younger kids AND older kids!
I’m convinced that books make some of the best gifts for kids! In these lists of our favorite books are board books, picture books, chapter books, and even nonfiction books that your kids will enjoy, too!
The books on this list not only make great gifts, but also are fantastic resources for teaching reading comprehension and comprehension strategies…naturally!
These board games have a fantastic way of integrating reading skills right into them! Not only do they make fantastic gifts, but you can play and sneak in learning at the same time!
Included in this list are some math games for kids that pack a punch with learning or practicing various math skills. You’ll find simple games to practice number recognition all the way to multiplication and division…plus some that sharpen those critical thinking skills!
Need something small that will fit inside your child’s stocking with an educational flare? These educational stocking stuffer ideas for kids will do just that! Find lists for younger and older kids.
Find even more gift ideas in our post, Gift Ideas for Kids {for ANY time of year}. You will find some duplication, only because we have enjoyed and use these products so much!
Enjoy!
~Becky
