Shop Kind Gift Guide
50+ kids’ gift ideas with kindness at their core
Gift giving opportunities pop up throughout the year, from annual holiday, birthday, and anniversary celebrations, to one-time milestone moments like graduations, major accomplishments, or just because.
With the overabundance of consumerism in our culture, it’s natural for parents who care about the world to want to be mindful of what they're purchasing, not wanting junk to accumulate in their homes.
That’s why we assembled this tried-and-true gift guide of favorite presents with kindness at their core. You’ll find special projects and tools that keep kids busy, encourage reflection, and encourage conversations; activities, items, and games that help them explore and understand the world around them; apparel that supports good causes, and more.
Bonus points if once the items have been played with, they can be donated for another child to enjoy!
Share your ideas! Help us connect big-hearted families with products that inspire compassion and grow kindness. Leave a comment below with your suggestions to grow our list!
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50+ Kids' Gift Ideas with Kindness at Their Core
Activity Kits & Project Supplies
These kindness-themed kits and projects are perfect for your next big-hearted gift, party activity, or meaningful family activity.
Games
Play has a remarkable ability to strengthen empathy muscles, spark curiosity, and encourage critical thinking, in addition to being fun! Choose a game from the list below for your next family game night or gathering of friends.
Books
Great books make beautiful gifts. The titles recommended by Doing Good Together offer exceptional stories and an opportunity for families to reflect on big ideas. See some favorites here and browse more chapter and picture books in our Read with Empathy book lists.
Apparel
Wear your heart on your sleeve or socks – literally. These big-hearted items of clothing make great gifts and serve as inspiration and daily reminders to keep kindness at the forefront.
Talking Tools
Enhance your family’s next dinner conversation or road trip and encourage intergenerational connections with these thoughtful and creative conversation-starting games and prompts.
Journals
Writing is such an effective way to process experiences and enhance learning through reflection and creativity. These beautiful, themed journals offer budding writers opportunities to build connections and explore big ideas at their own pace.
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This color-coded moneybox is a timeless gift that will inspire and teach children to save, spend, and share wisely for a lifetime.
Ages 4 and up.
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