Christmas is in 38 days and Hanukkah is just 23 days away–not to mention all the other winter holidays that will be celebrated over the next couple months. I love this time of year but it tends to mean a lot of stuff. Especially if you have well-meaning relatives who can’t wait to buy your kiddos the latest gadgets. Even with buying our children minimal toys, things sure pile up quickly when you have six kids. Since excessive material objects are not really our jam, today I have a different kind of gift guide for you. This practical gift guide for kids is perfect for those who have too much. And they’ll still be excited to open them too. Some links contain affiliates, all opinions are my own.

practical gift guide for kids

Last Christmas our kids received some Nugget play couches from their grandparents. These have been used over the past year for seats, beds, and more forts than we can count.

New bedding might seem like a boring idea for a child’s gift, but all of my kids are obsessed with Beddy’s! Now through 11/25 you can use the code THANKSBOGO20 to get buy one set, get one set half off! After 11/25 use the code LITTLEDOVE for a discount!

| Read all about how we simplify out gift-giving during the holidays here. |

Why not give your child the gift of a room makeover? Have them pick out a removable wallpaper from Walls Need Love and be the coolest parent around!

Give the gift that keeps on giving with a subscription box of fun! Check out A Prioritized Marriage for a list of subscription boxes your whole family will love!

You know I’m an advocate for traveling with your family so how about planning a fun getaway? Even just a single night away can be an exciting gift for your kiddos, and will give you all something to look forward to! Check out my travel tab for ideas on good travel destinations for your family.

Have you seen the portraits from Masterpiece Me yet? There are so many cute ideas to make your child some personalized artwork for their rooms! use JUSTINE15 for a discount when you order!

| Find a list of great gifts that give back here! |

I’ve already talked about Osmo over on Instagram plenty of times so of course I had to include it on this list! Osmo makes several learning games that will make your kids think they’re playing when really they’re engaging in great hands-on learning!

Order your child some graphic tees because you know it’s only a matter of time before they stain or rip their current favorite, right? Check out my Winter 2020 line or order something custom!

How are you doing with your Christmas shopping? Will you be purchasing anything from my practical gift guide?