Gifts for Tween Girls

Tweens are so called because they are the between elementary and high school age. They are in an odd point in their lives where they are not quite children, but not quite young adults either. This Christmas, finding the perfect gift for tween girls is easy if you know where to look, and the types of things to look out for. Here, you will find a guide to gifts for tween girls including gadgets, books, CDs, and movies as well as all of the hot brands that tween girls love.

Gifts for Tween Girls: Gadgets

Gadgets are always a good choice as gifts for tween girls. In this technology age, kids quickly pick up the concepts of different gadgets and enjoy using them and showing them off to their friends. Here are some cool gadgets you should consider as the perfect gifts for tween girls.

Discovery Pink Slide & Text Messengers (Set of 2)

This cool text messaging device only works with other Discovery Text Messengers in the same room, but it is a fun substitute to a cell phone and other expensive text messaging devices. In addition to messaging up to 15' away, the Discovery Slide & Text Messengers store important information like phone numbers and email addresses. One of the coolest aspects is the ability to password protect the device, to keep nosy siblings and friends out. When buying gifts for tween girls, consider a text messaging device such as this one.

Griffin iKaraoke for iPods, MP3 players, and more

This cool product plugs into your music device and fades the vocals out, allowing your tween girl to provide the vocals for her favorite songs. Consider any type of music device as gifts for tween girls and you'll be sure to find the perfect gift this year.

Great gadgets to get as gifts for teen girls include anything from mp3 players to computers, digital cameras to karaoke machines. Any kind of dance gadget or electronic diary is a sure bet for gifts for tween girls. In addition, video games such as Guitar Hero or Dance Dance Revolution are at the top of tween girls' gift lists.

Gifts for Tween Girls: Books

You can't go wrong buying books as gifts for tween girls. There are a number of great titles out there for your tween girl to get wrapped up in. Here are just a few books that would make great gifts for tween girls.

The Daring Book for Girls by Andrea J. Buchanan and Miriam Peskowitz

A list of random knowledge for girls, The Daring Book for girls teaches everything a tween girl would like to know about herself and the world around her including famous women, rules of her favorite games, and other interesting trivia. Books like these make a great gifts for tween girls.

The Face on the Milk Carton by Caroline B. Cooney

A riveting tale of a teenage girl who spots her younger self on the back of a milk carton during lunch. This intense story will hook your tween girl and leave her not wanting to put it down until she has reached the last page. This is my personal favorite gift for tween girls and one of the best books I read as a tween myself.

Bloomability by Sharon Creech

An interesting tale of a teenager who is taken to Switzerland to attend a school where her uncle is the headmaster. This entertaining novel is a great gift for tween girls as it is not only intriguing but also appropriate for this age range.

When searching for books as gifts for tween girls, remember that tween girls are very interested in what happens in high school. So, age appropriate books whose characters are high school students are of the highest interest to tween girls.

Gifts for Tween Girls: Music and Movies

Hannah Montana Best of Both Worlds CD + DVD

Hannah Montana is back in this awesome CD and DVD two pack. Watch the Hannah Montana Best of Both Worlds Concert on the DVD, and enjoy your tween girl's favorite Hannah Montana tunes on the CD that features See You Again and Rock Star. When you find yourself searching for gifts for tween girls, anything Hannah Montana is a great choice.

High School Musical 3 Senior Year CD + DVD

This fall's release of High School Musical 3: Senior Year brought back the kids from Eastlake High School for yet another awesome full length musical. But, your tween girl doesn't need to wait until High School Musical 3: Senior Year comes out on DVD for her to relive the musical magic of the movie. With the High School Musical 3: Senior Year CD + DVD edition, your tween girl can sing along to the soundtrack and catch some fun extras and behind the scenes of the movie in the DVD. High School Musical 3: Senior Year makes great gifts for tween girls year round!

Camp Rock Soundtrack

Your tween girl will love singing along with their favorite Camp Rock songs from the Original Disney Movie Camp Rock. Disney Channel's Camp Rock Soundtrack is near the top of the list for best gifts for tween girls this year.

The Jonas Brothers A Little Bit Longer

Tween girls everywhere go gaga for the Jonas Brothers. A Little Bit Longer, the newest release from The Jonas Brothers features the trio's amazing singing talent with songs like Burnin' Up and Lovebug. Anything from The Jonas Brothers makes a great gift for tween girls.

Kit Kittredge-An American Girl on DVD

The summer's fun tween girl flick, Kit Kittredge- An American Girl is available to own and makes a great gift for tween girls. This fun movie has a positive message and features an all-star cast. Bonus gift for tween girls: if you want to get your tween girl an outfit to match Kit Kittredge, check out the clothing options listed in this article.

Gifts for Tween Girls: Gift Cards and Brands

When all else fails, shopping for tween girls is as simple as the gift card rack at your local grocery store. Some great gift cards to consider when shopping for tween girls are iTunes, Toys R Us, Libby Lu, Limited Too, and Claire's Accessories. Brands to keep an eye out for when shopping for tween girls are Hannah Montana, High School Musical (or HSM), Camp Rock, The Jonas Brothers, and An American Girl.

Good luck purchasing gifts for tween girls this Christmas, and I hope this list has helped make your shopping experience a little bit easier.