Christmas Gift Giving Ideas: Gifts for Tween Girls

Tween girls no longer play with Barbie dolls or other toys from their younger days. This can make it hard on a parent to decide what to buy them for Christmas that is of the appropriate age level for their tween daughter. Being a mom of a tween girl I have come up with several ideas for appropriate Christmas presents to give her. Here are a few ideas on Christmas gifts that are sure to put a smile on her face.

Christmas Gift Ideas for Tween Girls: Gift Cards or Certificates

My tween daughter has developed a sense of style and likes to help decide what clothing I buy for her to wear. Those cute fuzzy sweaters from her younger days no longer appeal to her and she likes having a say in what she wears. As a compromise my daughter and I will go shopping together for her clothing. If you want to be sensible and give your tween girl a gift she will enjoy consider giving her a gift card or certificate for her favorite store. Some of the popular stores for tween girl clothing include Limited Too, Old Navy, and the Gap. Not only will you give your tween girl a Christmas gift she will enjoy but you are also giving her the opportunity to spend some time with you as you help her shop for her new clothes.

Christmas Gift Ideas for Tween Girls: Magazine Gift Subscription

There are many different magazines aimed at tween girls that you can subscribe your daughter to as a Christmas present. These gift subscriptions are often low cost, from between $20 to $25 a year, and give your tween something to look forward to every month in the mail. If you want to give your daughter a magazine subscription for Christmas consider giving her a subscription to American Girl, Discovery Girls, or another magazine fit for tween girls.

Christmas Gift Ideas for Tween Girls: Nintendo DS Lite

Boys aren't the only ones who enjoy video games or gaming. Tween girls also enjoy playing video games, making the Nintendo DS Lite a great option as a Christmas present. The Nintendo DS Lite has many games which are geared towards tween girls and the portability gives them something to do while travelling in the car or by plane. To go with this Christmas gift you can purchase a game or two that your tween girl will likely enjoy. To keep costs down visit your local trade-in video game store for discounts on used games and accessories.

Christmas Gift Ideas for Tween Girls: Diary

Diaries are a protector of secrets as well as a way to vent out any frustrations or for writing down happy thoughts and memories. As your tween girl has improved her writing skills since learning to write in early elementary school now is a great time to give her a diary, as a Christmas gift. There are many diaries you can choose from for your tween girl's Christmas gift which helps you make the gift a more personal one. As a Christmas stocking stuffer you can give her a special pen she can use to write in her diary.

Christmas Gift Ideas for Tween Girls: MP3 Player

One thing I have noticed about my tween daughter is that she is starting to get into music. If your tween girl is a music lover an MP3 player may be a great Christmas gift for her. You don't have to shell out a lot of money for an iPod though. There are many inexpensive MP3 players out on the market to choose from. As a stocking stuffer you can give your tween girl a gift card for an MP3 site for Christmas as well.

Christmas Gift Ideas for Tween Girls: Redecorate her Room

Your little girl isn't so little anymore. If her bedroom décor hasn't matured as well now is a great time to give her room a makeover. As a Christmas present you can gift wrap several accessories for your tween daughter's new room. To get a few hints on what design she would like you can have a casual conversation with her before buying any accessories or making any plans. Your tween daughter will likely be thrilled when she finds out her room will soon be as cool as her. After Christmas you and your tween daughter can work together to create the transformation.

Christmas Gift Ideas for Tween Girls: Hobby Related Items

Your tween girl knows what she likes when it comes to after school activities. Whether it's creating art or learning to cook chances are she has developed a hobby or passion. For Christmas you can give your tween girl a gift that fits with her favorite hobby. You could consider signing her up for art classes with other kids her age or simply buy materials for the particular hobby. An aspiring chef would be happy with a cookbook all her own as a Christmas gift along with an apron that fits her style or even a personalized one. If she's talked about wanting to try out a new sport you can sign her up for a spring session and purchase the equipment she needs to play. Other sports related accessories such as a personal water bottle would make a great Christmas stocking stuffer.

A few more suggestions for Christmas presents for tween girls would be: board games (nowadays you can find board games complete with DVDs to make playing them more fun), digital camera (used with proper supervision), books, jewelry, jewelry making supplies, computer gaming software, and a new pair of comfy pajamas complete with new slippers.