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This festive season, embark on a joyous journey of gift-giving tailored for the little explorers in your life with our curated Christmas gift guide. Whether they’re into immersive knowledge, creative crafting, or whimsical adventures, our selection under $50 brings together an array of affordable and adorable presents that promise to ignite their imaginations.
From the Britannica All New Children’s Encyclopedia to the captivating Jumanji The Game, and the trendy Owala Kid’s FreeSip bottle, these gifts offer a perfect blend of entertainment and enrichment. Unwrap the magic of the season with gifts that make this Christmas truly memorable for the entire clan (we included the pets too!).
Under $50
Britannica All New Children’s Encyclopedia: What We Know & What We Don’t
Knowledge is priceless. While you pretty much can find anything on the internet these days, it’s also nice to be offline and be touching a real book. Plus, look at all the amazing illustrations!
Children’s Encyclopedia, $34.23, Buy it from Amazon 
You’ve seen the movies, now it’s time to play the game. While we won’t guarantee you’ll be transported to an African safari, this will get the whole family or group of friends entertained for hours.
Jumanji, $33.18, Buy it from Amazon 
Owala Kid’s FreeSip 16oz in Splishy Splashy
Hydration is most important so get the kid into drinking water regularly from a young age. Anyone would love having a sippy sip from a pretty (and trendy) bottle like this.
Owala Kid’s FreeSip, $46, Buy it from Amazon
Under $30
Waterproof, roomy and comes with a cute print, this backpack is perfect for a busy day at school for kindergarteners and toddlers.
Backpack, $29.87, Buy it from Amazon
Personalised Charm Friendship Bracelet Making Kit
Get the kids busy and working their creative juices by making some friendship bracelets with this kit that has all your crafting needs.
Charm Bracelet Making Kit, $24.95, Buy it from Amazon
Play-Doh Kitchen Creations Drizzy Ice Cream Playset
Who doesn’t love Play-Doh? And ice cream for that matter. Use the ice cream dispenser to create sundaes and ice cream parfaits that look like the real thing.
Play-Doh Ice Cream Playset, $23, Buy it from Amazon
Under $20
Cath Kidston Crocodile Swamp Kids Zip Pencil Case
Get organised in school with this super cute pencil case with a crocodile print.
Pencil Case, $19.49, Buy it from Zalora 
National Geographic Lynx Plush
Everyone has a teddy bear or a regular soft toy but stand out with this plush that looks almost like the real thing.
Lynx Plush, $10.22, Buy it from Amazon 
Creativity for Kids Mini Garden: Mermaid Terrarium
Terrarium making may look intimidating with all the small details but this kit is great for beginners – yep, the young ones.
Mermaid Terrarium, $17.42, Buy it from Amazon 
Sonic The Hedgehog Action Figure Diorama Set
Sonic fans can now bring home a piece of the popular video game with this set of miniatures that come with accessories. The set is also part of the 30th anniversary merch.
Sonic The Hedgehog Action Figure Set, $16, Buy it from Amazon
Bonus for furkids:
Our pets are family too! So we also put aside some selects for our cool cats and darling doggos.
Cat Scratcher Laptop with Fluffy ‘Mouse’, $47.32, Buy it from Amazon
Tropical Cat Tower, $65.98, Buy it from Amazon 
Steak Gift Box of Plush Squeaky Dog Toys, $59.43, Buy it from Amazon
Claws Awoof Dog Toy, $27, Buy it from Amazon