The best practical Christmas gift to shop in 2022

November 22, 2022

Introduction

We're already thinking about next year's festivities, and we've come up with a list of great gifts for kids. Here are some practical ideas, from kindergarteners through to high schoolers:

Are you one of those people who love to get their Christmas shopping done early?

You’re one of those people who love to get their Christmas shopping done early.
You want to be able to relax and enjoy the holiday season, rather than having to stress about how you’re going to pay for everything before the big day.
You think it’s better for everyone if they don’t have to sit around waiting on presents from you, and would rather give them something they actually want instead of having to buy something that fits into your budget.

If so, you'll be pleased to know that we're already thinking about next year's festivities and what gifts are worth investing in now.

If you're one of the many people who start their holiday shopping early—and I know we are—you'll be pleased to know that we're already thinking about next year's festivities and what gifts are worth investing in now.

To avoid missing out on the best deals, it's important to plan your purchases carefully so you don't run out of time once December rolls around. To help with this, here are a few tips:

Make a list of all the things you want to buy (and don't forget those stocking stuffers).
Don't get caught up in the hype of Black Friday or Cyber Monday. You can save more if you wait until after Thanksgiving weekend has passed before shopping for presents.

In the coming weeks we'll be rounding up the best deals across just about every category you can think of — from kitchen appliances to family fun days out — but today we thought we'd kickstart our list with the gifts that are going to be a real hit with the kids.

In the coming weeks we'll be rounding up the best deals across just about every category you can think of — from kitchen appliances to family fun days out — but today we thought we'd kickstart our list with the gifts that are going to be a real hit with the kids.

A telescope is a great way for your child to experience space, and there are plenty on sale right now. This one will set you back just £29.99 in Argos' January sale, while Amazon has an even cheaper option at £27.99 (although both deals have sold out).
If your child loves animals or dinosaurs, this is a great gift idea: it's an interactive sound book which allows them to hear sounds and feel textures as they turn each page. It's currently priced at £14.99 at Argos (and also available from Asda), so could make for a nice stocking filler if you haven't got any bigger plans for presents this year!

It's all about practicality here... so while they might not light up your kids' eyes quite like a Barbie doll or a Furby, they will make their lives just a tiny bit easier during their school years.

While you might be tempted to buy your kids something that makes them go "oooooh," consider practical gifts instead. A Barbie doll or Furby is fun, but it doesn't teach children anything useful (besides how to play with dolls/Furbies). Practical gifts, on the other hand, will actually help your child during their school years.

Here are some of our favorites!

Scroll on for our full list of gift ideas for kids from kindergarteners through to high schoolers.

For the kindergartner: The Play-Doh Doctor set comes with a stethoscope, surgical tools and more. It's $5 on Amazon.
For the first-grader: Get your kid ready for some scooter fun with this Razor A3 kick scooter in pink or blue. It's $50 at Target.
For the second-grader: Help her build her own mini doll house by using this set of easy-to-follow instructions from Melissa and Doug ($15 on Amazon).
For the third-grader: This is one of our favorite items on our list because it combines two things we love most—making slime and finding hidden toys in everyday objects like a piece of fruit! Your little scientist will love this kit that shows you how to make slime out of common household ingredients like flour and water ($10 at Walmart).
For the fourth-grader: If you’re looking for something educational that won’t break your budget (or your kid), this game from ThinkFun is great! It's $20 at Barnes & Noble .

This is a useful gift idea for primary school-aged kids who have some lollies or money left over from the tuckshop sales, as well as older kids who will want somewhere safe to store their cash and cards.

A lockable money box is a great gift for primary school-aged kids who have some lollies or money left over from the tuckshop sales, as well as older kids who will want somewhere safe to store their cash and cards.

This could be the perfect gift if you have children who are old enough to collect pocket money but not yet old enough to have a bank account. It’s also great for keeping your child’s credit card and ID safe from thieves, siblings and even parents.

This is perfect for kids who walk home from school alone (or in small groups) and live on streets where there aren't many other pedestrians around.

For the kid who walks home from school alone, or in small groups. There’s nothing worse than worrying about your kids when they walk home from school. And if you live in a town that doesn't have good public transportation, it can be difficult to keep track of them (and even more difficult to find them if they get lost). A tracker can help ease your mind—or at least make sure you know where they are.
For the adult who's always losing their keys and phone. There are a lot of trackers out there that will allow you to locate both your phone and keys using an app on your phone (or laptop). These trackers will let you know exactly where those items are so that when something happens—like going into hiding for some reason—you'll know exactly where things are hidden away!
For people who like to travel but aren't too fond of having their luggage stolen from the airport or train station parking lots because those places tend not have enough security guards working there all day long."

Conclusion

In the end, it's really just about giving kids access to their own safe place. They can use it to store their money, cards or even keep a few snacks in there if they want them. We'd recommend using a lock that can be opened by both parents and children so everyone knows what's going on with their belongings.

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