I wanted to compile this list of Gifts because so often people struggle to find good life-giving gifts, they opt for gift cards, socks, or other presents to meet obligations. You won’t find any of that here, only the coolest, unique, hobby-inspiring, life-giving gifts for all age ranges. If you have an inspired gift that you feel should be added to the list, let me know!

Gifts for Kids under 5

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Kids Digital Camera - $28

Digital Camera for 3-8 year olds. USB Rechargeable and can take video.

Snow Brick Maker - $8

Quickly construct snow forts, igloos, sand castles, walls and more. Plastic mold makes rectangular building bricks from snow or sand. Ages 3+

Programmable Robot for Coding - $20

Programmable Robot Mouse, teaches kids screen-free coding skills with easy-to-use buttons and fun lights and sounds! Ages 4+

Ant Farm - $25

Does not come with Ants but you can them separately here $7 https://amzn.to/3bhW1Km  Ages 5+

Grow your Own Butterfly Kit - $30

We got this kit for our kids, and it is awesome to see the live caterpillars grow bigger and bigger and turn into Crysallis then emerge as butterflies! Ages 3+

Window Bird Feeder - $19

Fun entertainment for the whole family, conveniently clings to any window. We have ours in our dining room, and like watching the birds come by at breakfast. Simple Installation and feed replacement.

Remote Control Stunt Car - $28

Great Reliable Remote Control Car that won’t get stuck easily and comes with extra rechargeable batteries! Ages 4+

Bob Ice Skates - $20

Adjustable beginner ice skates for children and toddlers. Goes right over your regular shoes or boots. Ages 4+

Circuit Building Kit - $10

Complete Circuit Learning Kit: 4 crocodile clip leads, 3 bulbs, bulb holder, AA size battery holder, motor, rocker switch, propeller fan. Ages 5+

Sneaky Snacky Squirrel Game - $23

The first board game we bought for the kids, no strategy, but fun none the less! Ages 3+

King Domino (Board Game) - $20

This is currently our favorite board game, quick 20 minute games that can involve a decent amount of strategy. Ages 4+

Outfoxed - $19

A great game for the entire family. Play together as a co-op team to stop the fox! Ages 4+

Balance Bike - $40

Balance Bike to get your toddler ready for a pedal bike! Ages 3+

WeeRide Front Mounted Child Bike Seat - $83

Love this Front Mounted Bicycle Seat! Install on any bicycle and bring your kids along with you while you on your biking adventures. We’ve used this with our 1.5 year old on a 100-mile bikepacking trip. Ages 1+

Kaazm Co-Pilot Bike Trailer - $120

This is an awesome accessory, our kids love it, they don’t have to worry about steering but can help pedal. We’ve used this with our 4-year-old on a 100-mile bikepacking trip. Ages 4+

Toddler Balance Bike - $50

I really wasn't sure if my 15-month old would be able to handle it, but after two days of holding his seat and walking around the block, he was golden and loves scooting everywhere with it, even now 8-months later.

Puddle Jumper - Kids Life Jacket - $20

Our Favorite Life-Jacket for the kids, not cumbersome and they love it, very easy to put on! Ages 3+

Reusable Water Balloon - $13

Very Clever product, that keeps water in with magnets, on contact it explodes, and can be reused again.

LCD Writing Tablet - $16

A cooler advanced version of the classic etch-a-sketch. With a press of a button the whole sketchpad resets. Ages 2+

Water Wow (Unique Coloring Book) - $17

These no-mess, paint-with-water spiral-bound coloring and activity books will make kids 3 and up say “wow” every time they reveal hidden pictures with a stroke of the water pen! Ages 2+

Gifts for Kids 6+

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Snap Circuits Jr. - $21

This innovative kit contains over 30 color-coded, real circuit components that snap together to create working electronic circuits and devices. Ages 8+

3D Printer - $190

Unleash your child’s creativity and engineering mind with a 3D printer! Ages 10+

Slingshot Rocket Copters

The amazing light-up helicopters can be fired up to 120 feet in the air from the included slingshots. Ages 8+

Sea Monkeys - $18

Sea Monkeys are brine shrimp, and this kit has everything you need to hatch the freeze dried eggs, and feed them. Just add Water. Ages 5+

Airzooka - $17

Airzooka is a unique hand-held device that blows a harmless “ball of air” towards any object or person.

Pokemon Puzzle - $8

500-piece Pokémon puzzle, Ages 8+

NERF GelFire - $12

Safer than airsoft and more environmentally freindly with biodegradable disolvable gel beads that you dont have to pick up. I like that the set comes with safety glasses.

Youth Archery Bow - $18

My 6-year old has become very into Archery and has fun with this youth bow in the backyard. He has become surprisingly accurate. Ages 5+

Airsoft Pistol - $18

When we were kids we would have so much for having airsoft battles in the backyard. These are spring-powered and shoot out a tiny plastic bb. Definitely wear safety goggles, and recommend getting the biodegradable bbs. Age 10+

Way of the Warrior Kid - $5

I was so impressed with this book! My 6-year old loved it too and it taught him valuable life lessons, couldn’t recommend it enough. Ages 6+

Harry Potter Illustrated - $23

The Classic Harry Potter but this time filled with illustrations. I haven’t read it with the kids yet, but can’t wait! Age 6+

Settlers of Catan - $35

A great board game, my 6-year old loves it, but it is a bit advanced. Takes about an hour and a half to complete a game. Age 8+

Ninja Slackline - $100

Fun Ninja course you can set up in your backyard. Also comes with the slackline if you just want to do that. Great exercise and fun. Ages 6+

Swim Trainer Flotation Belt - $8

We used this as an aid to get our son comfortable with swimming, as he got better we would take away the amount of foam (3 layers), until eventually, he was swimming all on his own. Ages 5+

Kids Snorkel Mask - $25

I was so impressed with this, within 10 minutes my 6-year old was diving with this snorkel mask and had his head below water for 10+ minutes. Here is a video of him using it: https://youtu.be/dlQV1_FuSmE Ages 5+

Tickle Me - Moving Plant - $8

Mimosa Pudica is the scientific name for this very interesting plant. Its a fern type plant, that immediately curls and shrinks when it is touched. Easy to grow, and a lot of fun.

Ferro Rod - $8

We had a lot of fun trying to start fires with the Ferro Rod, I recommend getting some cotton balls to practice.

Tensegrity Table - $12

Fascinating craft where it looks like you are defying the laws of physics.

Gifts for Adults

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Kombucha Making Kit - $28

Basic Kombucha Starter Kit includes a live SCOBY starter culture with 1.5 cups of starter tea, a 1 gallon glass brewing jar with plastic lid, temperature strip, a muslin cloth cover, secure band, and easy step-by-step instructions for crafting your own healthy homebrewed kombucha

Heated Mattress Pad - $62

Perfect for the winter and features two zones for individualized heat setting, my wife and I love coming into a cozy warm bed. Much better than heated blankets.

Scratch the World Travel Map

The ultimate travelers map, scratch off the destinations you have visited, and reveal the beautifully styled world map poster underneath

Car Cigarette Novelty Buttons - $9

Personalize your car with a fun looking button to scare your passengers with.

Car Blank Button Novelty Stickers - $8

Have some fun with those blank buttons in your car with these decals.

Face Stickers - $17

We love these face stickers, they are a ton of fun, and you can even get magnetic versions. We use them on the kids money jar system!

CorkBoard Travel Map - $30

TRACK YOUR WORLD TRAVELS on this world travel map with pins. Record travel adventures and remember your favorite global destinations.

Minimalist Wallet - $20

This has been my wallet for the last 2+ years and I love it. Sleek & compact only 3.4” x 2.25” – protects cards while remaining invisible. Eliminates unwanted wallet clutter and pocket bulge.

Wireless Earbuds - $37

I only use wireless earbuds now, and these ones are awesome with 100-hour battery life. Great for going on long runs, and have enough battery life to complete a marathon. The only downside to wireless is they are much easier to lose.

Magnetic Sand Timer - $14

The Magnetic Sand Hourglass is a fun desktop diversion. Flip it over and watch the grains of iron stack up in seemingly impossible formations thanks to a magnet embedded in the iron base.

3000 Questions About Me - $26

A great way to start conversations or really get to know someone. Sunmarie and I like to end our nights asking questions from this book.

Five Love Languages - $8

The book I recommend most to people, and one that my wife and I feel is so powerful we re-read it every single year.

Handheld Vacuum - $56

I love this vaccuum, super light-weight and small but powerful enough to tackle almost any clean-up.

HardCoat Anodized Fry Pan- $44

A little pricey, but by far the best non-stick pan we have ever used, and our go-to pan for cooking meals. Definitely gift-worthy!

Mini Multi-Tool - $6

Great tool to put on a key chain or just as an everyday carry.

Table Topics - $25

135 thought-provoking questions inspire the best kinds of conversation at dinner parties, family gatherings, or any time you want to break the ice. We keep ours on the coffee table.

Inflatable Stand Up Paddleboard- $190

I have kayaks, an inflatable kayak, and this summer I bought my first inflatable SUP! And it is by far my favorite. So easy to blow up and depress, unlike the Blow-up Kayak which has 3 compartments you have to fill, this just has 1 and is ultra-portable and quick to set up. I even had 2 adults and 2 kids on my 1 SUP, so it’s great for the whole family.

Insulated Baking Sheet - $26

I always used to wonder how people got cookies and other baked goods to not get burned on the bottom – insulated baking sheets are the answer!

Stainless Spinning Top - $12

I have kayaks, an inflatable kayak, and this summer I bought my first inflatable SUP! And it is by far my favorite. So easy to blow up and depress, unlike the Blow-up Kayak which has 3 compartments you have to fill, this just has 1 and is ultra-portable and quick to set up. I even had 2 adults and 2 kids on my 1 SUP, so it’s great for the whole family.

Blendtec Blender - $250

Expensive, but does a superb job, we make tons of green smoothies and banana ice cream.

Gifts for Parents

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Time Timer - $23

Designed to show the passage of time using the signature red disk. As time elapses, the red disk disappears in a clear, graphic way – making common routines at work, school and home stress-free and enjoyable.

Baby Rash Balm - $20

Truly a magical substance that 98% of the time gets rid of any diaper rashes the next day. We frequently gift this to new parents.

Whiteboard Lap Boards - $24

Perfect for a game of trivia or as a classroom aid.

Baby Video Monitor - $80

We got by with audio monitors for a while, but once we upgraded to a video monitor it was so much better! Highly recommended.

White Noise Machine - $33

Great for kids and parents too! Helps keep everyone sleeping by emtting a fan-based natural white noise.