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Trending Gifts for Kids

What children aged 3 to 12 are hoping for right now, refreshed weekly to follow the trends.

Updated 31 August 2026 14 picks United Kingdom switch to United States

This week's kids' gifts lean towards hands-on play. There are plenty of bright, tactile picks here, from the Doctor Squish Glow It Squishy Maker and the LED Drawing Board to the Fat Brain Toys PlayTab and ThinkFun Gravity Maze. A few familiar favourites also turn up, including Bluey, Paw Patrol and Hot Wheels, alongside a little nostalgia from Furby and a neat instant print camera.

It is a useful mix for children who like making, building, drawing or pressing every button in sight. The selection feels good for birthdays and small surprises alike, with sturdy toys, screen-free games and a couple of display pieces such as LEGO Disney Stitch and LEGO Mini Orchid for older fans too.

Doctor Squish Glow It Squishy Maker
No. 1 · This week's top pick

Doctor Squish Glow It Squishy Maker

A fun option for children who like making and playing with tactile toys. It suits rainy afternoons and small group play.

Why it's trending: DIY sensory kits keep turning up in gift guides for children because they feel creative and immediate.
around £36.99 from very.co.uk
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Instant Digital Print Camera 4

Instant Digital Print Camera

A useful gift for children who like taking their own pictures and keeping the prints. It works well for birthdays, holidays and family days out.

around £24.99 from smythstoys.com
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LEGO 10343 Botanicals Mini Orchid 9

LEGO 10343 Botanicals Mini Orchid

A nice option for children who like careful builds and pretty finishes. It feels a little more grown-up, but still easy to give to a keen builder in the 9 to 12 range.

around £16.99 from very.co.uk
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Meri Meri JELLYCAT Bunny Bashful Beige M 14

Meri Meri JELLYCAT Bunny Bashful Beige M

A familiar choice for younger children who like a cuddly toy with a gentle look. The Bashful Bunny range is easy to recognise and easy to gift.

Why it's trending: Jellycat plush toys remain a steady favourite for children's gifting, especially for birthdays and small celebrations.
around £42.00 from amazon.co.uk
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