Cheap gifts for tweens.
Tween girls can be so hard to shop for! They are growing out of the little girl toys, but not quite interested in the teen girl life. Fortunately, I have you covered! With a little bit of research, and discussion with my daughters I was able to make this list of 25 AMAZING gift ideas for tween girls all under $25. Yay!
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Gifts for Reading
Many girls are interested in reading at this age. Here are a few book ideas for tween girls they are sure to love!
Keeper of the Lost Cities
Keeper of the Lost Cities is a very popular series for this age group. Consider buying her the first book in this series, she is sure to love it! The paperback is only $9.99.
- Messenger, Shannon (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 544 Pages – 08/04/2020 (Publication Date) – Aladdin (Publisher)
Wreck This Journal
I absolutely love the concept of Wreck This Journal. Each page gives different prompts of things you can do to the journal. It literally gives the kids permission to “wreck” the journal.
- Wreck This Journal: Black
- Smith, Keri (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 224 Pages – 08/07/2012 (Publication Date) – Penguin Books (Publisher)
The Tail of Emily Windsnap
The Tail of Emily Windsnap is such a darling book! Both of my daughters absolutely loved it; AND it is a series! That is a huge win for me! The paperback book is $5.89.
- Kessler, Liz (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 224 Pages – 04/10/2012 (Publication Date) – Candlewick (Publisher)
Tween Accessories/Jewelry/etc.
Tween girls are all about the accessories! Here are a few fun ones they might love!
Slippers
Gifting slippers is so fun on Christmas! You really can’t beat a gift that’s warm and cozy! These slippers are so sweet and affordable. I love all of the different designs to choose from.
- SIZE UP: This slipper runs small, Please choose a size larger than your daughter or granddaughter would normally wear, See size equivalents below and size up
- FABULOUS FIT: Her little feet will be feeling pampered in no time Available in size Small (11-12), Medium (13-1), Large (2-3), and XLarge (4-5)
Claw Clips
Claw clips for hair are really popular right now with teens and tweens! They are such a cute and fun way to put your hair up! You can grab this 8 pack for less than $15! Win!
- DURABLE:These jumbo hair clips are made of durable plastic which painted with a matte paint. The paint doesn’t scuff, peel .The reliable spring is strong and The hair clips open almost 180 degrees versus which enough to help keep your hair in placeand whether dry or wet! The teeth and long enough that the keep a good grasp.They are the perfect durable material without feeling too heavy.Great for thick hair, curly or straight!
Gel Nail Polish Kit
I bought my daughter a gel nails kit a few years ago and she uses it weekly. Here is a great starter kit with 10 colors, and portable nail lamp.
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Caboodles
I love these darling makeup bags. Anything customizable is a win in my book! Plus, it’s a perfect place for tween girls to start organizing their makeup collection.
- Premium Material: Crafted from premium PU leather that is waterproof, fade-resistant and long-lasting.
- Personalized Design: Features a gold glitter chenille patch with your initial for a personalized touch.
Necklace
I adore this dainty initial necklace. It would make such a special gift! The necklace is a great price at $15.99.
- Handmade with love from start to finish
- Choose your initial from A-Z
- 16k gold plated plated over brass
Gift Ideas for Tween Girls Room
Tweens are at the age where they love decorating their room and putting their own personality in it. Here are a few ideas she might love!
Felt Board
Felt Boards make for really cute room decorations for tween girls. This felt board is only $21.95 and has amazing reviews!
- Gray Felt Letter Boards 10 x 10 Inches, Luxuriously soft announcement boards with letters is made from sustainable polyester. Exceptional quality, handmade Letter Board With Letters And Numbers. Our Message Board is built with love, to last.
Marquee Letter
Another really fun room decoration is this Marquee Letter Sign. You can choose whichever letter you want for the initial and it’s less than $10!
- Marquee Letter Alphabets, light up your favorite words for special occasion, event, or home decorating.
- Suitable for home, birthday party, outdoor, bars, cafes decorated
Squishmallow
Squishmallows are cool no matter what age you are! They are soft and adorable and so popular! I personally love this pineapple squishmallow, but there are so many different designs to choose from.
- SQUAD UP Grow your Squishmallows Squad with Maui, a super soft, collectible plush.
- SNUGGLE, SQUEEZE, AND PLAY Bring this adorable plush on long car rides, airplanes, movie marathons and more.
Lava Lamp
I always wanted a lava lamp as a young girl, and my girls have felt the same way. There is just something so relaxing about the colors in the lava lamp. This Lava Lamp is so pretty!
- 【Quality Mood Light】：The gentle, calming light together with the motion of timeless molten wax can reduce stress and help you recover from chaos of your life or work. The magma bubbles stretch, collide, merge together providing a sense of rest, the mood lamp is visually relaxing and increase your satisfaction.
Alarm Clock
Check out this adorable Alarm clock! I love the retro look it has, and it includes other colors to choose from. It’s currently priced at $10.99.
- 【Old fashioned】Our classic anolog alarm clock brings both retro style and functionality to your bedside table. With its sleek design and vintage look, this non ticking alarm clock is the perfect addition to any bedroom nightstand, office, kitchen,or living room.
Educational/Craft Gifts
Are you looking for something educational or maybe a craft for your tween girl to do? These make great gifts because they keep girls entertained, learning and busy…..without electronics!
Adult Coloring Book
If your tween loves to color, they might love this Inspirational Coloring Book. I love that the pages are focused on building confidence and self worth, which is so important for tweens! It’s very affordable at only $6.99!
- Papeterie Bleu (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 108 Pages – 04/25/2017 (Publication Date) – Gray & Gold Publishing (Publisher)
Markers
Most tween girls love markers. They use them for doodling, drawing, writing notes, calligraphy, etc. Here’s a really cute set of metallic markers.
- 12 COLORS METALLIC DOUBLE LINE MARKERS – Metallic silver line markers with 12 vibrant colors: black, silver, green, sky blue, light blue, purple, orange, yellow, lemon yellow, rose red, pink and red. Perfect choice for designing DIY crafts and Easter Basket Stuffers for Teens gifts.
Lip Balm Kit
How fun does this Lip Balm Kit look? It is a fun mix of science and glam, perfect for pre-teens. The reviews are all really positive and would be a fun activity to do together.
- CREATE AESTHETIC LIP GLOSS: Let your kids create aesthetic and nourishing Lava Lip Gloss! Includes everything they need to make 6 lava lip gloss. 100% natural ingredients.
- EASY & FUN: Have fun making lava lip gloss with your family and friends. Create unique lava lip gloss designs. Comes with 6 roll-on applicators, labels, measuring cups and spoon, colored glycerin and natural flavors! Comes in a Magnetic Box.
Cookbook
American Girl just can do no wrong! This American Girl Baking Cookbook is darling and looks so fun. It would be a great way for tween girls to learn to bake. You can get the hardcover for just $10.99!
- Hardcover Book
- Williams-Sonoma (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 96 Pages – 03/22/2016 (Publication Date) – Weldon Owen (Publisher)
Bead Kit
Here is a cute bead kit for making jewelry. It has 4800 pieces with a variety of colors and designs.
- PERFECT BRACELET MAKING KIT: All you need included,about 4600 pcs flat polymer clay beads and 500 pcs charms kit( contains letter beads, number beads, heart beads, gold beads, spacer beads, clay beads charms, lobster clasp, etc.),1 rolls of stretchy strings, a scissors, 1 plastic tweezers ,This complete, expansive jewelry making kit is filled with endless possibilities to be imaginative, to meet all your needs for bracelet making & jewelry making.
Tie-Dye Kit
Tie dye is super popular among the young crowd! Consider gifting the tween girl in your life a tie dye kit for Christmas. Use your imagination when it comes to tie dye, it can be more than white shirts. You can tie dye scrunchies, socks, hats, shoes, headbands, and so much more!
- Kit includes 2 containers specially made for Two-Minute Tie Dye – speed up the dye set process from 8 hours to 2 minutes with the same vibrant results!
- Fabrics do not need to be pre-soaked in soda ash before dyeing; fabrics MUST be thoroughly damp before microwaving in containers. For use with 100% cotton fabrics ONLY.
Piggy Bank
I think it is so important to teach kids how to save their money. This pineapple piggy bank is so cute and would make saving fun!
- CERAMIC PINEAPPLE DECOR:Putting the pineapple piggy bank in your kid’s room can décor bedroom and desk,this pineapple theme accessories can create a warm atmosphere,you can enjoy and relax yourself in the pineapple themed room.
Gifts for Fun
Girls just wanna have fun, right??? Here are a few gift ideas that your tween girl will love using daily!
Karaoke Microphone
This Karaoke Microphone would be so fun for girl parties or for anyone who loves to sing! It is compatible with both android and iOS and it is only $11.99.
- All-in-one wireless bluetooth microphone for all your singing fun. The handheld wireless karaoke microphone for adults and kids has a built-in portable Bluetooth speaker. You can sing now with the recording microphone and play it later for friends and family.
Gumball Machine
I always wanted my very own gumball machine as a kid. This cute Gumball Machine comes with gumballs already stocked and has a fun spiral feature.
- Contents – Bubblegum bank with gumballs.
- Fun – With a 10.5-inch gumball bank, the fun never ends! Watch colorful orbs swirl, pick the perfect flavor, then get a sweet reward. doubles as a coin bank, as each deposit promises another chance to indulge in sugary delight.
Sleep Over Party Game
This is a really fun party game for tween girls to play with their friends. It can be played at a party, or just for fun! You can buy it for $19.99!
- SLEEPOVER TIME: This is the ultimate sleepover party game! With over 200 stunts, performances, and activities, you’ll do silly things like being a human mirror and making funny sounds with friends.
- FUN FOR EVERYONE: Keep the party entertained all night long. Kids rule at the sleepover party, but mom and dad can play too… if they behave! This Sleepover Party Game is sure to create lots of laughs.
Watch Ya Mouth Game
The Watch Ya Mouth Game is hilarious! It’s impossible not to laugh while playing! Tweens will love playing this with their friends and family. It’s a great price at $19.99!
- THE BEST SELLING, funny, mouth guard party game that guarantees a great time at your next game night. Speak out phrases from 4 unique card decks: classic, rhyme time, pop culture, and head to head.
- CHALLENGE YOUR COMMUNICATION SKILLS as teams tackle silly phrases while hampered by mouthpieces, tackling family friendly phrases.
- Suitable for 3-10 players, with clear instructions for easy setup providing endless fun for after-dinner gatherings, rainy days, and Sunday Fundays.
Throw Throw Burrito
Another fun game for tweens is the Throw Throw Burrito game. It’s a fun, interactive game that keeps everyone laughing the entire time.
- How to Play: Prepare for a party game like no other! Deal out cards, collect three of a kind to score points, and play Burrito Cards to trigger an epic battle. Duck, dodge, and dive as you and your friends hurl squishy burritos at each other. Accumulate points, avoid Burrito Bruises, and duel to determine the ultimate champion!
In Conclusion
There are so many things you can gift ideas for tween girls under $25. Remember, it’s the thought that counts, not the price tag!
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I didn’t see any for ‘tween boys.
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