Where to Find the Best Gifts for a Tween Girl

Gift Ideas for Tweens, Bratz, Dora Links, Recycled and Under $25

Nov 1, 2009 Fleur Hupston

There is so much choice available for tweens on the market. This article gives a few ideas when shopping for girls who are not yet teenagers.

Tweens are generally referred to as kids falling in the 8 – 12 year-old age group. Shopping for tween girls can be confusing because they are no longer little girls who love their baby dolls (or if they are deep down, they often won't admit it) and they are not yet teenagers, for whom buying gifts becomes a whole new chapter. However, there is a lot available on the market for tweens.

Bath Products for Tweens

Girls in this age group love experimenting with bubble baths, bath gels, bath salts, etc. A pack made up of some delicious smelling shampoo, soaps, bubble bath, fizz balls and a perfume for tweens is bound to put a smile on a tween girl's face.

Recycled Green Toys

With the emphasis much more on the environment than before, there are some great books, games and toys made from recycled waste or that teach kids how to care for planet earth. Good examples are Global Green Pals, dolls made from certified organic cotton, with doll clothing made from organic, natural and tested fibers and low-impact dyes and stuffing made from 100% recycled plastic PET bottles. Each doll comes with a tag telling the character's individual story and offers suggestions on how to help the earth. It costs $29.00

The book 50 Simple Things Kids Can Do to Save the Earth is an entertaining and inspiring book for the 8 –12 year-old age group, encouraging them to participate in the quest to solve the planet's woes. Full of interesting facts and fun activities, the book costs $12.99.

For more green products for tweens, check out Dr. Toy's Best Green Products for 2009.

Scrapbooking for Tweens

Tweens love to put together scrapbooks of friends, pets outings and school. The craft side of scrapbooking appeals to this age group and so does the idea of immortalizing fun times with family and friends. Consider buying a beautiful scrapbook, embellishments and tools to start the child off.

Bratz Dolls

Bratz dolls are still a popular choice for tween girls. More besides the dolls are sold. There are Bratz annuals, hardback books, flip up compacts, wallets, stickers, bags and bedding. Look at the official Bratz website for the latest offerings, or check out ebay for cheaper options.

Dora Links for Tweens

The latest Dora Links doll on the market is an interactive doll for girls, which any tween will be delighted to receive as a gift. Dora Links™ games and activities can be found on nickjr.com and doralinks.com.

Under $25 Gift Ideas

"Think it Ink it" is a write-your-own story creative writing kit for kids that can be completed in soft cover, and online, that is transformed via the Internet into a young author’s very own hard cover, professionally illustrated book. Cost $9.95

Bella Sara Trading Cards: A great small gift for a tween girl as girls in this age group are still fascinated with horses and ponies. Collectible horse-themed trading cards featuring a fairytale like illustration of a horse along with a positive and empowering message with each card, such as "Beauty comes from within" or "Be the hero in your own story". Cost $1.99.

Frisbees, balls, playing cards and other items are usually priced well under $25 and always seem to appeal to tweens.

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