25 Best Christmas gifts for kids 2023 UK: Top xmas present ideas for boys and girls
CHRISTMAS gifts for kids can be a challenge, but when you see their little faces light up on Christmas Day it is so worth it, and we have found a selection of the best Christmas gifts for kids of all ages.
If you’re looking for the best Christmas gifts for kids, whether you are shopping for small babies or bigger kids, even teenagers,, we’ve selected some of the trending toys from Barbie, LEGO and more to add to your shopping lists.
To save yourself the hassle and many Google searches in a bid to find the best Christmas gifts for kids this year, it’s important to at least have some idea of the interests and hobbies of the child you’re shopping for.
In this guide, we’ll be looking at the top toys and entertaining gifts for kids of all ages, we’ll also be looking at a range of price points to suit every buyer.
Finding something the child will be able to use is an important factor many of us might tend to forget about when gifting, so we’ll be outlining the recommended ages in our list too.
Keep reading to find our top picks to snap up before the Christmas rush below.
Our Top Picks for Christmas Gifts for Kids in 2023
- Hover-1 Rival Black Hoverboard with LED Wheels
- Foot Finders & Wrist Rattles
- Barbie DreamHouse Doll Playset
- Xootz Bumper Car
- Micro Scooters Mini 3in1 Deluxe Ride On Scooter
Best Christmas gifts for babies
(AD) Benbat Baby Toy
If you know a pair of new parents, this is the toy to buy.
A fun sensory toy for babies, this Benbat Baby Toy helps them learn and develop through play.
Simply attach it to your pram or car seat, it's an exciting developmental toy they'll love - it helps them develop 'emotional, cognitive and physical skills'.
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Best of all, it's only £8.99 and is available to buy in-store from Special buys.
- (AD) Benbat Baby Toy, £8.99, Aldi - buy here
Foot Finders & Wrist Rattles
Suitable for ages: 0 - 12 months.
If you’ve got a little one to shop for, these foot finder socks and wrist rattles are the ideal toys to enhance their development.
With high-contrast colours and varying patterns to choose from, the toys are thoughtfully crafted to stimulate and support early cognitive development.
Each sock or wrist toy features irresistibly cute butterflies and ladybugs which encourage young babies to touch, grasp and observe.
- Foot Finders & Wrist Rattles, £12.99 at Amazon - shop here
My First Baby Sensory Box
Suitable for ages: 0 - 12 months
This set of baby sensory toys comes packaged in a keepsake box, ideal for someone’s first Christmas.
The assortment of vibrant toys and entertaining resources have each been designed to captivate and stimulate your little one’s senses.
Suitable for newborns these items are designed to nurture a special bond between parents and their baby, or between siblings.
From new sounds and colours to patterns and prints, there’s endless fun packed inside this gift.
- My First Baby Sensory Box, £36 at Not on the High Street - shop here
hahaland 7-In-1 Elephant Piano
Suitable for ages: 6 - 18 months
The Elephant Baby Piano is a multifaceted wonder, designed to bring joy and hours of learning to playtime.
The Elephant Baby Piano boasts seven different play modes to choose from, including learning, music mode and tummy time options - all of which are ideal for honing those important fine motor skills.
It’s suitable for babies aged six months and beyond and is crafted from BPA-free and non-toxic premium ABS, ensuring complete peace of mind.
The Elephant Piano evolves with your child, making it an essential addition to their early growth and time of exploration.
● hahaland 7-In-1 Elephant Piano, £13.42 at Amazon - shop here
Halilit Mini Rainmaker
Suitable for ages: 6 - 12 months
This mini rainmaker allows little ones to explore the magic of rain, sounds and colours with one simple toy.
Little hands will love flipping the vibrant wand upside down and back again to observe the array of rainbow-coloured beads through the inner shapes.
This produces a flurry of different sounds that emulate a soothing rain sound.
This toy is perfect for engaging small babies in a fun activity, it offers hours of entertainment all while enhancing your child's hand-eye coordination and sensory development.
● Halilit Mini Rainmaker, £8.09 at John Lewis - shop here
Fisher Price Flap and Woddle Penguin
Suitable for ages: From birth+
Get ready to elevate your little one’s tummy time experiences to the next level, with the charming Fisher-Price Flap & Wobble Penguin musical toy.
The adorable penguin responds to the gentle touch from your child, reacting immediately and serenading them with musical songs or exciting them with the penguin’s flapping motions.
As your child grows, the penguin's playful, wobbly base promotes sitting and more interaction opportunities.
The toy features black and white patterns, soft plush fabric, crinkly feet, and engaging music to keep their little senses developing and engaged.
● Fisher Price Flap and Woddle Penguin, £32.99 at Boots - shop here
When You Were Born
Suitable for ages: 0 to 6 months +
Wonderbly has an array of books to shop, as well as other personalised gifts, but we are taken by the bespoke gifts for children.
Every child loves a bedtime story, no matter their age, and one personalised with your child's name is a keepsake they can treasure.
Plus, if you have left your Christmas shopping to the last minute, have no fear, as you can shop this book and have it shipped within 48 hours.
- When You Were Born, £24.99 from Wonderbly - buy here
Best Christmas gifts for toddlers
VTech Pop & Spin Mower
Suitable for ages: 2+ years
If your toddler loves to play pretend, this mower is perfect to add to their collection.
This vibrant lawnmower offers young ones a playful introduction to gardening basics, with a spectrum of colours, engaging phrases, lights and cheerful music
To kickstart the mower's engine, simply pull the cord and listen for the rumble and as a fun twist, popping beads simulates the experience of gathering grass clippings.
● VTech Pop & Spin Mower, £19.99 at The Entertainer - shop here
Micro Scooters Mini 3in1 Deluxe Ride-On Scooter
Suitable for ages: 18 months+
The Mini Micro 3-in-1 Push Along is a versatile scooter with a trio of capabilities, all of which adapt to your child's growing needs.
Designed to accommodate children from 12 months and up, it provides an exciting journey towards independence.
For young adventurers, there's an adjustable and removable parent steering handle that allows you to guide them as they sit.
As your child progresses, this scooter grows alongside them on their adventures thanks to an adaptable handlebar and an extra-grippy footplate.
It’s suitable for kids through to five years old, making it truly a gift that keeps on giving.
● Micro Scooters Mini 3in1 Deluxe Ride-On Scooter, £109.95 at John Lewis - shop here
Sesame Street Potty Time Elmo
Suitable for ages: 18 months+
This Elmo toy is perfect for aiding parents through their child’s transition from nappies to toilets.
The Potty Time Elmo toy is a supportive companion for tinkling toddlers aged 18 months and up.
Little ones will be able to enjoy engaging in role-play with Potty Time Elmo, giving him his sippy cup when he asks for a drink, and then helping him get to the potty when he needs it.
If Elmo doesn’t make it on time, he kindly reminds kids that accidents happen and when there is potty success, he sings a happy potty song.
● Sesame Street Potty Time Elmo, £36.95 at Amazon - shop here
Tippi My First Remote Control Car
Suitable for ages: 18 months+
Got a little motorhead on your hands? They’ll love getting to drive their very own car around.
This remote control car is tailored for young children, with easy-to-use controls that offer straightforward movement to get around the house.
As well as being able to manoeuvre wherever you like, little ones can enjoy a range of features including flashing lights, engine startup and acceleration sounds and even music to sing along to.
- Tippi My First Remote Control Car, £16.99 at Amazon - shop here
Fisher Price Classic Cash Register Toy
Suitable for ages: 2 years+
This playtime cash register comes with brightly-coloured coins as well as easy-to-identify levers to teach children how to count and recognise the associated colours.
What’s more, it comes with a basket full of groceries that need to be scanned, which also helps children to identify foods, names and shapes.
Explore a world of imaginative play time with this toy.
- Fisher Price Classic Cash Register Toy, £32.99 at Boots - shop here
Little Dutch Baby Walker
Suitable for ages: 12 months+
Little Dutch is a much loved brand many flock to when shopping for little ones, as the products are stylish and child friendly.
There are plenty of products we love, but the Baby Walker in particular, is high on our radar.
The walker not only helps to keep your little one upright when they're trying to walk, but it is fitted with games and sensory products to stimulate them even more.
- Little Dutch Baby Walker, £60 (Was £75) from Kidly - buy here
Chad Valley PlaySmart Phonics Board
Suitable for ages: 3 years +
Children love to press buttons, so why not make those educational?
This PlaySmart Phonics Board can help children learn their numbers from 1 to 10, as well as the alphabet, plus objects and animals all in one.
The best part is Argos currently has an offer on with two select items available for £20, which includes this Chad Valley PlaySmart Phonics Board.
- Chad Valley PlaySmart Phonics Board, £14 from Argos - buy here
Best Christmas gifts for kids (ages 4-8)
Marvel Guess Who? Board Game
Suitable for ages: 4 years+
Guess Who is a Hasbro classic, but with this special edition, you'll be immersed in the thrilling world of Marvel and all of its superheroes.
There’s a roster of 24 iconic Marvel heroes to choose from, so there’s plenty of entertainment for Marvel fans of all ages - ask the right yes or no questions to find out who’s there.
It’s an excellent way for fans to engage in a hassle-free and an easy to play game.
Dive into the Marvel universe and discover your favourites in this question game.
- Marvel Guess Who? Board Game, £17.99 at Amazon - shop here
Xootz Bumper Car - Red
Suitable for ages: from 18 months and up to 30kg
Whatever age they are, they’ll love the excitement of bringing the fairground home.
The Xootz Bumper Car has been designed as the ultimate ride-on for young children and it's perfect for fun in the home or garden.
It comes with a remote control, granting parents the ability to operate the bumper car when supervision is needed.
The car can reach speeds of up to 5km/h and perform exhilarating full 360-degree spins, too.
With optional flashing LED side lights and a light-up back panel, it's an attention-grabber they’ll be able to have loads of fun.
- Xootz Bumper Car - Red, £149.99 at Boots - shop here
Barbie DreamHouse Doll Playset
Suitable for ages: 4 years+
With the success of the new Barbie movie, we’ve all gone a little bit Barbie-mad.
And luckily for Barbie fans, this Dreamhouse set has a whopping £100 off the retail price in a special promotion.
This deluxe dollhouse boasts the tallest slide ever seen in the Barbie Dreamhouse series, along with a three-story spiral design for endless home-play fun.
With a super spacious floor plan, three levels and a total of 10 indoor and outdoor living areas there’s hours of fun to be had in the Dreamhouse, from summer pool parties to back garden parties.
- Barbie DreamHouse Doll Playset, £174.99 (Was £249.99) at Very - shop here
Furby Hasbro Purple Interactive Toy Plush
Suitable for ages: 6 years+
Unlock the 90s nostalgia with a Furby for your little one.
The interactive toy from the past has had a few upgrades since it was first released, including new moves, talking, singing, light-up abilities and it can even respond to speech.
To activate your new best friend, all you have to do is gently tap the heart gem on the Furby toy and say 'Hey Furby!'. This automatically captures Furby’s attention, you can then navigate various modes with a command.
There are hours of endless fun to be had with this cute, interactive plush toy.
- Furby Hasbro Purple Interactive Toy Plush, £54.99 (Was £64.75) at Amazon - shop here
tonies Toniebox Starter Set
Suitable for ages: 3 years+
Toniebox is a great way to help your children explore the world of music, education and books without a screen.
All you need to do is power on your box, place a Tonie figure on top and let the adventures unfold.
Ideal for the bedtime routine, families can enjoy a range of classics and even record their own family stories.
The controls are super playful too: squeeze an ear to adjust volume, tap the sides to switch chapters, and tilt for fast-forward or rewind.
It stores 90 minutes of offline content with a 7-hour battery life to keep bedtimes simple.
- tonies Toniebox Starter Set, £79.95 at John Lewis - shop here
Best Christmas gifts for kids (ages 9-12)
LEGO Disney and Pixar ‘Up’ House
Suitable for ages: 10 years+
Enter the magical world of Disney and Pixar with this captivating LEGO building set, featuring the iconic house from 'Up'.
Just like the movie, the building set is adorned with colourful balloons out the outside and on the inside, you'll discover Dug, Carl and Russell LEGO minifigures.
The detail encompasses every aspect of the film, from the chimney and cos bedroom to the memorable living room with flickering fireplace.
This allows fans (children and adults) to relive their most cherished movie moments.
- LEGO Disney and Pixar ‘Up’ House, £37.49 at Very - shop here
Hover-1 Rival Black Hoverboard with LED Wheels
Suitable for ages: 12 years+
Ideal for older kids who are starting out in getting to grips with hoverboards, this one has the looks and the abilities.
The Hover-1 Rival can achieve top speeds of 7mph and take you on a journey with a maximum distance of three miles on a single charge.
To illuminate your journey, there are ultrabright LED headlights and multi-coloured LED wheels to make sure you’re seen on your travels.
Hoverboards are all the rage with young children, however, it’s always advised for use for children above eight years old.
Anything under this age is recommended against, parents are advised to supervise at all times, along with the child wearing the correct protective gear when using.
- Hover-1 Rival Black Hoverboard with LED Wheels, £150 at Argos - shop here
X-Shot Hyper Gel Trace Fire Blaster
Suitable for ages: 12 years+
The ideal way to start a friendly battle at home, things just got a lot more exciting with the X-Shot Hyper Gel Trace Fire.
Boasting the ability to blast gel pellets at 170 feet per second and with a whopping 800-pellet capacity hopper, they’re bound to have hours of fun.
In this set, you’ll receive 10,000 pellets and protective eyewear to keep yourself safe - all you have to do is add water to the pellets to get started.
The motorised Gel Blaster also comes with a rechargeable battery to keep you on your A-game for this pellet war.
- X-Shot Hyper Gel Trace Fire Blaster, £39.99 at The Entertainer - shop here
Kodak Printomatic Digital Instant Print Camera
Suitable for ages: 8 years+
Perfect for capturing all of the fun and memorable moments, the Kodak Printomatic is the perfect gift for a budding photographer.
This Point-and-Shoot camera has a swift operation that lets you snap a new picture while the last one you snapped is being printed. It also boasts a light sensor that triggers the flash in low-light environments.
The camera uses Kodak Zink Photo Paper - meaning there are no ink cartridges, toners or film needed to enjoy your pictures.
- Kodak Printomatic Digital Instant Print Camera, £56 (Was £59.99) at Amazon - shop here
Weird Science Monster Maker Lab Science Set
Suitable for ages: 9 years+
Get ready to create a monster.
Budding scientists will love creating and conjuring up their own weird and wonderful experiments with this kit.
Whether it’s a solo gig or it’s a group activity for the whole family to get stuck in on, it’s the perfect choice to encourage exploration.
The kit comes equipped with a Dino Egg, various paints, Monster Moulds, googly eyes and much more to get the creative juices flowing.
- Weird Science Monster Maker Lab Science Set, £10 at The Entertainer - shop here
Entry to Cadbury World for Two Adults and Two Children
Suitable for ages: 3 to 15 years old +
What could be better than some quality time together as a family? A trip to Cadbury World with your loved ones.
This outing can see the entire family, including two adults, aged 16 years above, and two children aged 3 to 15 years gain standard entry to Cadbury World and see the wonder of the popular chocolate factory.
- Entry to Cadbury World for Two Adults and Two Children, £65.80 from Buyagift - buy here
What are the most popular Christmas gifts for kids in 2023?
With the release of Barbie and Marvel movies taking centre stage in 2023, we’d take a guess and say that many will be asking for toys and merch from these franchises as a popular option.
Toys that foster imaginative play will always be popular, but we’ve seen a surge in pretend play toys for children of all ages.
These include toy kitchen sets, play appliances, playhouses and much more.
For parents not ready to invest in bringing a real puppy home just yet, there are plenty of pretend pet toys out there, which seem to be popular options for little ones, looking for their own furry companion.
How much should I spend on Christmas gifts for kids?
This is completely down to you, spending more or less doesn’t determine how good the present is, or even how much the child will appreciate the gift.
It’s best to spend however much you’re able to afford on the right gift.
We’d advise you to figure out a Christmas shopping budget and try to stick to your budget for each person.
If you have the perfect gift in mind, it’s worth shopping around before buying to see if you’re able to save in the lead-up to Christmas.
Where to buy Christmas presents for kids?
There are a number of places you can keep a lookout for Christmas presents, we’ve outlined some of the retailers worth checking out below.
What do you get the child who has everything for Christmas?
If you find yourself in this predicament, it might be a good idea to ask the child you’ll be shopping for, for a few hints.
Getting a rough idea of things they may have their eye on or might be interested in is a good way to get an idea of what it is they like at the moment.
However, if you want to keep things a surprise, listen and observe some of the things they appear to be interested in and do a little bit of groundwork.
Likewise, experiences and activities that you can fully immerse yourself in are always great gifting ideas - making memories that will last a lifetime.
Looking for more gift ideas for the rest of the family? Check out the top gifts for teenagers to buy for Christmas 2023.
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