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🎄 Christmas 2026 · ages 3 to 12

Christmas gifts for kids

Presents for children aged roughly 3 to 12: toys, building sets, craft kits and games that survive more than one afternoon.

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Toys and plush

Check the age rating on the box rather than guessing. Toys rated below a child's age get ignored quickly, and toys rated above it get taken away for safety.

Omebel Kids Instant Print Camera, 48MP 1080P HD Photo & Video, Zero Ink28% OFF
Omebel Kids Instant Print Camera, 48MP 1080P HD Photo & Video, Zero InkAmazon$35.99$49.99Save $14.00View at Amazon →
Personalised Soft Brown Teddy Bear custom bears baby newborn teddies Gift Gifts
Personalised Soft Brown Teddy Bear custom bears baby newborn teddies Gift GiftseBay$25.69View at eBay →
Hot Wheels Racing Formula 1 Grid Start Track Set & 2 Toy Cars50% OFF
Hot Wheels Racing Formula 1 Grid Start Track Set & 2 Toy CarsAmazon$25.00$49.99Save $24.99View at Amazon →
Huncdfe Skibid Toilet Titan Drillman Building Blocks, Anime Building Block Set, 43% OFF
Huncdfe Skibid Toilet Titan Drillman Building Blocks, Anime Building Block Set, 537 PCS, Age 4+, 537 Pieces, 5 x 8 x 2 InchesAmazon$24.39$43.00Save $18.61View at Amazon →
Bluey Pass The Parcel Musical Game, Soft Huggable 8" (20 cm) Bluey Plush. Three 17% OFF
Bluey Pass The Parcel Musical Game, Soft Huggable 8" (20 cm) Bluey Plush. Three Interactive Games to Play, Incl. Hot "Botato". Fun Family Game, Party Game and Preschool GameAmazon$25.00$30.00Save $5.00View at Amazon →
Hairy Maclary Book and Toy Set17% OFF
Hairy Maclary Book and Toy SetAmazon$24.99$29.99Save $5.00View at Amazon →

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LEGO and building sets

Match the set size to their patience, not just their age. A set they can finish in one sitting gets rebuilt for months; a huge one often ends up being built by a parent.

LEGO Marvel Iron Man and His Awesome Friends Ultron vs. Iron Man 1120920% OFF
LEGO Marvel Iron Man and His Awesome Friends Ultron vs. Iron Man 11209Amazon$23.99$29.99Save $6.00View at Amazon →
LEGO® ǀ Disney Princess Ariel’s Magical Mini Palace 43285 The Little Mermaid Toy23% OFF
LEGO® ǀ Disney Princess Ariel’s Magical Mini Palace 43285 The Little Mermaid Toy Building Set - Brick-Built Castle Toy - 3 Characters for Kids, Girls and Boys Aged 5+ - Disney Toy-Giving IdeaAmazon$23.20$29.99Save $6.79View at Amazon →
LEGO Pokemon SMART Play Interactive Set
LEGO Pokemon SMART Play Interactive SetAmazon$29.00View at Amazon →
LEGO NINJAGO Lloyd’s Pull-Back Race Car Toy for 7+ Year Old Boys & Girls, Dragon29% OFF
LEGO NINJAGO Lloyd’s Pull-Back Race Car Toy for 7+ Year Old Boys & Girls, Dragons Rising Building Construction Set with 2 Ninja Minifigures for Imaginative Play, Creative Kids Toy 71828Amazon$25.00$34.99Save $9.99View at Amazon →
LEGO® NINJAGO® Arin’s Spinjitzu Battle Mech 71839 Toy Set with 2 Minifigures and27% OFF
LEGO® NINJAGO® Arin’s Spinjitzu Battle Mech 71839 Toy Set with 2 Minifigures and a Dragon Model, Building Set for Kids, Buildable Playset, Ninja Toy Idea for Boys and Girls Aged 7 and upAmazon$22.00$29.99Save $7.99View at Amazon →
LEGO DC Character Encyclopedia New Edition: With Exclusive LEGO DC Minifigure17% OFF
LEGO DC Character Encyclopedia New Edition: With Exclusive LEGO DC MinifigureAmazon$24.99$29.99Save $5.00View at Amazon →

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Craft and creative kits

The best kits make something they can keep or give away. Check whether everything is included, since kits needing glue, paint or an adult's help often stay in the cupboard.

Titanic Micro Brick Set, 1860 Piece DIY Ship Model23% OFF
Titanic Micro Brick Set, 1860 Piece DIY Ship ModelAmazon$22.15$28.60Save $6.45View at Amazon →
Bemawe Art Aprons for Kids Under 140CM Painting Pottery Baking, Mens Buckle Stra11% OFF
Bemawe Art Aprons for Kids Under 140CM Painting Pottery Baking, Mens Buckle Straps Kitchen Apron with Pockets for Chef Cookin (LightKhaki, Kids(Under 140cm))Amazon$20.79$23.39Save $2.60View at Amazon →
DECOWALL Dinosaur Apron Waterproof Adjustable Cooking & Art (AP-003)10% OFF
DECOWALL Dinosaur Apron Waterproof Adjustable Cooking & Art (AP-003)Amazon$18.99$20.99Save $2.00View at Amazon →
Fabric Flower Bouquet Craft Kit
Fabric Flower Bouquet Craft KitAmazon$34.95View at Amazon →
Modelling and Sculpting Clay, 36 Colours
Modelling and Sculpting Clay, 36 ColoursAmazon$29.99View at Amazon →
Shuttle Art Craft Accessories Set
Shuttle Art Craft Accessories SetAmazon$29.99View at Amazon →

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Science and STEM presents

Look for kits with several experiments rather than one showpiece. Repeatable activities keep going all summer, while single-use kits are over in an afternoon.

LUCKY GUESS STEM Projects Bluetooth Speaker Toy Set DIY Electronics Kit
LUCKY GUESS STEM Projects Bluetooth Speaker Toy Set DIY Electronics KitAmazon$24.99View at Amazon →
4 Pack Dinosaur Toys for Kids, Take Apart Dinosaur Toy with Electric Drill & 4 H18% OFF
4 Pack Dinosaur Toys for Kids, Take Apart Dinosaur Toy with Electric Drill & 4 Hand Drill Tool, Building STEM Toy Christmas Birthday Gift Learning Construction Toys for 3 4 5 6 7 Year Old Boys GirlsAmazon$24.55$29.99Save $5.44View at Amazon →
Toddler Toys Ages 3+ Educational Toys – 500 Piece STEM Building Sticks Construct20% OFF
Toddler Toys Ages 3+ Educational Toys – 500 Piece STEM Building Sticks Construction Set, Interlocking Rods & Connectors, Building & Construction Toy for KidsAmazon$23.90$29.90Save $6.00View at Amazon →
ZUNIPLEX Chess Memory Game,Board Games Wooden Toys23% OFF
ZUNIPLEX Chess Memory Game,Board Games Wooden ToysAmazon$22.99$29.99Save $7.00View at Amazon →
Puzzle Master Fishermans Wharf 48 Piece Jumbo Floor Puzzle for Kids 3+20% OFF
Puzzle Master Fishermans Wharf 48 Piece Jumbo Floor Puzzle for Kids 3+Amazon$20.05$24.99Save $4.94View at Amazon →
Jigsaw Puzzles Frozen Drawing Puzzle Individuality Best Gifts for Kids 60 Pieces10% OFF
Jigsaw Puzzles Frozen Drawing Puzzle Individuality Best Gifts for Kids 60 PieceseBay$23.35$25.95Save $2.60View at eBay →

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Outdoor and active play

Australian Christmas is summer holidays, so outdoor gifts get used immediately. Anything for the backyard, the beach or the pool earns its keep in the first week.

Pet Puppy Cat Soft Plush Toy Heartbeat Sleeping Buddy Dog Behavioral Anxiety Aid5% OFF
Pet Puppy Cat Soft Plush Toy Heartbeat Sleeping Buddy Dog Behavioral Anxiety AideBay$20.47$21.55Save $1.08View at eBay →
Scotamalone Kid Binoculars Shock Proof Toy Binoculars Set - Bird Watching - Educ
Scotamalone Kid Binoculars Shock Proof Toy Binoculars Set - Bird Watching - Educational Learning - Hunting - Hiking - Birthday Presents -Gifts for Children (Purple)Amazon$25.34View at Amazon →
HUIRUMM Groups Rope Skipping, Multiplayer rope skipping Team Long Jump Rope,Best
HUIRUMM Groups Rope Skipping, Multiplayer rope skipping Team Long Jump Rope,Best Team Group Skipping Rope for Kids and Adult, 5Meters -7Meters -10Meter for School Sport and Outdoor Activity (7M)Amazon$24.99View at Amazon →
POWCAN 532 ml Insulated Water Bottle, 2-in-1 Straw & Spout Lid, Leakproof, Keeps
POWCAN 532 ml Insulated Water Bottle, 2-in-1 Straw & Spout Lid, Leakproof, Keeps Cold 24H, Cupholder Friendly, Stainless Steel, for Travel, School (Cotton Candy)Amazon$24.99View at Amazon →
Vingtank Binoculars Kids Toys, Boys Toys Age 3-5 6-8 Binoculars with Compass for
Vingtank Binoculars Kids Toys, Boys Toys Age 3-5 6-8 Binoculars with Compass for Toddler Outdoor Toy Christmas Birthday Gifts for 3 4 5 6 7 8 Year Old Boy Girl GiftsAmazon$23.99View at Amazon →
Tennis Racket Set for Children - 1 Pair Plastic Racquets with Bag and 2 Tennis B
Tennis Racket Set for Children - 1 Pair Plastic Racquets with Bag and 2 Tennis Balls - Gift Set for Outdoor Indoor Sports Tennis Game for Toddlers Over 2 YearsAmazon$23.83View at Amazon →

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Games, screens and gadgets

Family games work best when the youngest player can win. Check the age range and the playing time on the box before you buy.

LEGO DC Batman Adventures in Gotham City: Includes Exclusive Minifigure17% OFF
LEGO DC Batman Adventures in Gotham City: Includes Exclusive MinifigureAmazon$24.99$29.99Save $5.00View at Amazon →
LEGO® Star Wars™ Clone Shock Trooper™ Mech 75448 Toy Building Set – Quick-Build 20% OFF
LEGO® Star Wars™ Clone Shock Trooper™ Mech 75448 Toy Building Set – Quick-Build Posable Figure for Action Play with a LEGO Minifigure - Small Star Wars Toy for Kids, Boys and Girls Aged 6+Amazon$20.00$24.99Save $4.99View at Amazon →
Apiawa Bf-Di Throw Blanket Anime Game Blanket Cartoon Character Collages Blanket12% OFF
Apiawa Bf-Di Throw Blanket Anime Game Blanket Cartoon Character Collages Blanket Soft Cozy Flannel Plush Warm Personalized Bedding for Couch Sofa Bedroom Office Car 60x50 InchAmazon$21.09$24.09Save $3.00View at Amazon →
Bitzee Aquarium Interactive Electronic Pet
Bitzee Aquarium Interactive Electronic PetAmazon$59.00View at Amazon →
LEGO Pokemon SMART Play Interactive Set (large)
LEGO Pokemon SMART Play Interactive Set (large)Amazon$45.00View at Amazon →
Disney Cars Easter Collection Lightning McQueen as Easter Buggy 1:55 Scale Dieca
Disney Cars Easter Collection Lightning McQueen as Easter Buggy 1:55 Scale Diecast VehicleAmazon$27.27View at Amazon →

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Common questions

What should I buy a child for Christmas in Australia?

Aim for something they can start using on Christmas Day without a parent setting it up. Building sets, craft kits and outdoor toys all suit an Australian Christmas, which is usually spent outside.

How much should I spend on a child at Christmas?

Most Australian families spend $30 to $80 per child for gifts from relatives. Grandparents often go higher on one main present.

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Updated 2 November 2026. Gifts shown from Amazon and eBay. Prices and availability change; the retailer's page is the final word.