Christmas Gift Ideas for Kids Who Love John Deere Tractors

Children adore tractors, and what more famous tractor is there than the iconic John Deere? Choose one of the following John Deere-themed gifts for your little future farmer this year. If you are looking for a John Deere gift for an adult, check out my corresponding article "Top Ten Gift Ideas for John Deere Enthusiasts."

1. For the John Deere-loving tyke who is ready to retire his tricycle, consider the John Deere 12" Bicycle. Any farm child would be proud to claim this sturdy green-and-yellow bike as his own. Low to the ground for those little legs, this bicycle also has removable training wheels, perfect for the novice rider. ($99.99: getgreengear.com)

2. Protect your new little bicycle rider with the John Deere Bicycle Helmet with Pads. Your child will be proud to wear this sleek green-and-black protective gear trimmed in yellow. The set consists of a helmet, elbow pads and knee pads. Very affordably priced at $14.95 from Green Fun Store.

3. The John Deere Kids' Baseball T-Shirt is a fun take on the traditional John Deere t-shirt. This white tee has a green ribbed collar and green three-quarter-length sleeves. Emblazoned across the chest is "John Deere" in green with a yellow shadow. Available in youth sizes Small, Medium and Large. ($18.95; greenandyellowstuff.com)

4. Give your little farmer's room a John Deere touch with the remarkable John Deere Rocking Chair. The back of this green-and-yellow chair is a barn, and the seat is checkered in yellow and green. The arms and legs are finely carved, and a little tractor rolls across one of the runners as it rocks. You can even personalize this beautiful rocker with your child's name. ($119.95; rungreen.com)

5. Your future farmer can practice his tractor repair skills with the Wooden John Deere Toy Set. The wooden hammer, screwdriver, wrench and ruler all stow away in the green-and-yellow carryall. The set even comes with its own screws and bolts that correspond to the tools. Perfect for developing fine motor skills. ($26.93; wegotgreen.com)

6. Introduce your child to the make-believe John Deere world of

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with the book Welcome to Merriweather Farm. This large hardbound book tells the story of Johnny Tractor, Allie Gator and Corey Combine. The book follows these characters as they go about their work and explains their role on the farm. Purchase this book and other stories of

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for $11.95 from John Deere Gifts.

7. The Animal Sounds Hayride is the perfect first John Deere for your future farmer. The battery-powered John Deere tractor tows two trailers with four farm animals, a horse, cow, pig and sheep. Each animal makes its sound when put in its own seat. When the farmer is in his correct seat, the song "Old MacDonald" plays. ($14.99; farmerssupply.net)

8. Older kids can build their farming knowledge and management skills with the John Deere American Farmer computer game. This very educational game allows the player to create their own farm, and then manage it accordingly. Just like real-life farming, the success of the operation depends not only on the player's management skills, but also on uncontrollable factors like the weather and the stock market. ($17.98; amazon.com)

9. Add to your little John Deere enthusiast's collection with one of this year's line of John Deere collectibles by Ertl. You can find a wide selection of these toys at Hendren's Farm Toys. If your future farmer is just beginning their collection, why not start them off with one of John Deere's 1/64^th scale tractors? These diminutive John Deeres are incredibly detailed and available in a number of models. ($8.99-27.99)

10. If you are looking for a gift to really wow your little John Deere lover this Christmas, check one of the many pedal- and battery-powered miniature John Deere ATVs, tractors and Gators for children from Peg Perego. The John Deere Buck Utility ATV w/ Lights and Sounds is a tiny ATV for toddlers age 18 months and up. The battery-operated four wheeler has seven lights and sounds, as well as swiveling front and rear racks. ($37.99; www.greencrazy.com) Older preschoolers can perfect their pedaling skills with the John Deere Loader with Trailer. With sturdy tires and a real working loader, children ages three- to six-years old will be able to work just like Dad in their very own tractor. ($135.99; greencrazy.com) The ultimate John Deere ride-on toy is the John Deere Gator. This battery-powered, two-speed vehicle is for children from three- to eight-years old. This miniature Gator seats two, sports a brush guard and windshield, and has a sturdy metal bed. There is even a high-speed lockout safety mechanism to slow down smaller drivers. ($350.99; farmgoodsforkids.com)