Holiday Gift Guide for Kids by Age: Little Treasures Kids Picks for 2026
The Holiday Edit · By Age
Our favourite toys of the season, sorted by age, from a baby's first lovey to the big kid who has everything.
If you have ever been at a Granville Island shop on December 22nd alongside several hundred other people with the exact same expression on their face, you understand that starting early is a genuine act of self preservation.
Here is what we are loving this year, organized by age and shaped by what the parents on our team would want for their own kids. Everything is in stock now at both shops and online. Shopping to a budget instead? See The Holiday Edit by budget.
First Gifts
At this age the gifts that get the most love are soft, safe and easy to grab. Think first loveys, teethers and bath time fun.
Shop Mom's Pick · Aurora
Mini Flopsie Bunny
A classic soft bunny just the right size for little arms. The kind of first lovey that ends up in every family photo for years.
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Ravensburger
play+ Dragon Fruit Teether
A cheerful teether for sore gums.
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Ravensburger
play+ Pineapple Rattle
A rattle and teether in one.
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Ravensburger
play+ Roll & Chew
Roll it, grab it, chew it.
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Tiger Tribe
Stack & Pour Bath Egg
Bath time stacking and pouring fun.
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Tiger Tribe
High Chair Buddy
A silicone lion pal for mealtimes.
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Aurora
Eco Nation Mini
Soft little plush made with recycled materials.
Shop nowToddler Favourites
Toddlers want things they can push, pour, cuddle and carry around. Bath toys and first games are always a hit.
Elliot's Pick · Glo Pals
Sesame Street Light Up Pals
Elmo, Cookie Monster and Big Bird light up in the bath and quickly become part of the bedtime routine. A gift parents love as much as kids do.
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Tiger Tribe
Presto Racers
Press down, let go and zoom.
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Ravensburger
Disney Princess Matching
A perfect first memory game.
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Tiger Tribe
Bath Shakers
Bath time they will ask for again and again.
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Aurora
Wind Up Critters
Tiny, cheerful and endlessly entertaining.
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Tiger Tribe
Mini Rag Doll
A soft little friend for car rides.
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Aurora
Palm Pals
Squishy plush friends to collect.
Shop now“The gifts that win are the ones kids reach for again on December 27th.”From the shop floor
Makers, Builders & Players
This is the age of strong opinions and big imaginations. Craft kits, building sets and games that grown ups can play too.
Shop Mom's Pick · Djeco
Felt Character Art Kit
Beautifully designed in France, this felt craft kit lets kids decorate their own little characters. It keeps busy hands happy for a whole rainy afternoon, and you will have a new set of characters to show off.
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Tiger Tribe
Roller Pattern Pens
Instant wow for little doodlers.
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Djeco
Big Animals Scratch Art
Scratch away to reveal bright animal art.
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Djeco
Origami Marine Animals
Fold a whole ocean of paper friends.
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Tiger Tribe
Jet Racers Bullseye
Build planes, then aim for the target.
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Makedo
Explore Construction Kit
Turn holiday boxes into forts and rockets.
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ThinkFun
Rush Hour Jr
A traffic jam puzzle that gets brains working.
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Older kids have specific tastes. Things they can make, personalize, clip on their bag or use every day tend to land best.
Elliot's Pick · Tiger Tribe
Bag Charm Kit: Strawberry Bubble Tea
Make a sweet bubble tea charm for your backpack. A crafty gift that ends with something they will show off at school.
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Bukowski
Apple Bag Charm
A cute plush charm for keys or backpacks.
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Aurora
Palm Pals Clip On
The collectible plush, ready to clip on.
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4M
Glowing Imaginations Flowers
Glow in the dark decor for their room.
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Djeco
Origami Fortune Tellers
A schoolyard classic in gorgeous papers.
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Stephen Joseph
Kids Tri Fold Wallet
Tuck in some holiday money for a proud first wallet.
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Planet Buddies
Kids Wireless Headphones
Volume limited to 85 decibels for young ears.
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Still Deciding?
Give the Gift of Choosing
Our digital gift card works at both Vancouver shops and online. It arrives by email, which makes it the perfect last minute gift for family who live far away.
Shop Gift CardsA Few Gifting Secrets
Every toy lists a recommended age. Not sure? Tell us the child's age and interests and we will point you to the right shelf.
The earlier you shop, the less stressful it is and the better the selection.
Pick up a gift bag while you shop and you are done before you get home.
Frequently Asked
What is a good gift for a 1 year old?
A soft first lovey like the Aurora Mini Flopsie Bunny, a Ravensburger play+ teether, or a Tiger Tribe bath toy.
What is a good gift for a 3 year old?
Glo Pals light up bath characters, Tiger Tribe Presto Racers, or a first matching game from Ravensburger.
What is a good gift for a 6 year old?
Craft kits from Tiger Tribe and Djeco, a Makedo cardboard building kit, or the Rush Hour Jr logic game.
What do you get a kid who is 8 or older?
Bag charms, make your own charm kits, glow in the dark room decor, or kids wireless headphones. Gift cards are always welcome too.
Where are your stores in Vancouver?
On Granville Island, open daily 10am to 6pm, and on Main Street in Riley Park, open daily 11am to 6pm. We also ship across Canada and to the US.
Happy holidays from our family to yours.
Shop Mom · Little Treasures Kids