Best gifts for children this Christmas
Our Christmas mood this year: Grateful - and thoughtful. These kids' Christmas gifts offer some charm beyond the usual 'play with once, then forget about' vibe…
Paddle Bicycle by Tokyobike, £155
Introduce your child to their first ride with the pedal-free pushbike that comes in seven unique and stylish colours.
Paddle Bicycle by Tokyobike, £155 at The Conran Shop - buy here
Tick Tock Brick Knock, £34
Start the timer! This is a fun and challenging alternative to the old gaming stalwart, Jenga.
Tick Tock Brick Knock, £34 – SHOP HERE
Nintendo Labo Robot Kit, £66
Transform tech into something more creative with the Nintendo Switch Toy-Con customisable craft and build sets that work in tandem with the gaming console.
Nintendo Labo Robot Kit, £66 – SHOP HERE
Fendi Logo-Embossed Aluminium Scooter 8-14-year-olds, £690
Free-wheeling around the parks in London never looked so good with this pimped-up version by Fendi for Micro Scooter.
Fendi Logo-Embossed Aluminium Scooter 8-14-year-olds, £690 – SHOP HERE
Gucci Logo star-embroidered velour mini dress 4-12 years, £345
Warm, stylish, stretchy and transferable – this tactile velour number works for Christmas day casual or party time too.
Gucci Logo star-embroidered velour mini dress 4-12 years, £345 – SHOP HERE
Wooden Balance Board - yoga, skate, snowboard, fitness, sup, longboard trainer - Art Brighton West Pier screen print, £125
When they can't pavement pound in rain or snow, this indoor balance board will help their surf, skate or snowboard technique, improve balance and strengthen the core.
Wooden Balance Board - yoga, skate, snowboard, fitness, sup, longboard trainer - Art Brighton West Pier screen print, £125 – buy here
Kid Made Modern Comic Book Kit, £25
Let them be their protagonist or superhero with this everything-you-need, imagination-sparking set to create their own comic book stories.
Kid Made Modern Comic Book Kit, £25 – buy here
Jellycat Soft Toys from £10
All your seasonal favourites are interpreted into the softest plush. Choose from mince pies, candy canes and brussel sprouts to snowflakes and stars – they delight babies and big kids.
Jellycat Soft Toys from £10 – buy here
Palm Angels Kids Sweatshirt 4-10 years, £315
All the cool kids will be 'gassed' by anything from this Italian brand by Francesco Ragazzi.
Palm Angels Kids Sweatshirt 4-10 years, £315 – SHOP HERE
Celestron Royal Observatory Greenwich FirstScope, £89.95
Reach for the stars with this telescope that will help you view the moon's mountains and craters, along with celestial stars and Saturn's rings – it's a joy for all the family.
Celestron Royal Observatory Greenwich FirstScope, £89.95 – SHOP HERE
Harry Potter House Points Counter Dispenser, £39
Whether they're a Harry Potter fan or not, who will not love getting these house points when they are dispensed courtesy of the tongue-tantalising Jelly Belly's Jelly Beans?
Harry Potter House Points Counter Dispenser, £39 –
The Letteroom Personalised Christmas Eve Collaboration Box
The tradition of the Christmas Eve box of goodies is becoming as special as 25 December itself for little ones. This gorgeous personalised box has a hand-drawn illustration and will be a gift they'll cherish year after year. We'll be filling ours with some festive PJs, and a token or two handed down from a grandparent – a priceless (and sustainable) treasure.
The Letteroom Personalised Christmas Eve Collaboration Box, £39.95 at Not On The High Street – buy here
Read more ...Personalised book from Wonderbly
We've had Christmas success time and again – both with our own children and others – with a personalised book from Wonderbly, where you can choose everything from a festive theme to the latest release, Your Remarkable Rebels, featuring inspiring people from history.
Your Remarkable Rebels, £21.99 at Wonderbly – buy here
A Dress From The Middle Daughter
British childrenswear brand The Middle Daughter has everything you could want in a frock for your little one: a dramatic silhouette, boisterous colours and memorable prints. Your Christmas photos will be perfection.
Satin dress, £97 at Melijoe – buy here
Read more ...Love Writing Co. Learn To Write Pack
If you're a fan of gifts with an educational bent, then you'll enjoy Love Writing Co.'s offerings. Suitable for ages three and up, they're clever notebook and pencil sets that help promote literacy but just feel like fun for the kids.
Love Writing Co. Learn To Write Pack, £28.99 at Amazon – buy here
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