Gift Lab

Start a sporty toddler off with soccer and basketball with one toy. The set lights up and makes sounds while also keeping track of the baskets and goal on a light-up scoreboard. Ages 1+; three AA batteries required

For a truly wireless headphone experience that checks off all of the boxes including effective noise cancellation, impressive battery life and easy pairing, these buds are it. Sleeker and more compact than the previous model and now boasting an IPX4 water-resistance rating, the higher price tag is worth every penny. The silicone ear-tips provide a great fit, with tips ranging from extra small to large, making these wireless earbuds suitable for any activity level.

Inspire your bookworm in the making with this highly rated neck reading light. It has six brightness levels, bendable arms, and should last for up to 80 hours, according to the brand. Pick one up in her favorite color.

The Takeya Deluxe Cold Brew Coffee Maker doesn't sacrifice quality for its affordable price. The pitcher-style cold brew maker received near-perfect scores across all areas of usability. The manual is exceptionally clear and helpful, but we found the device is overall very intuitive and easy to use. All parts are simple to clean, and it's dishwasher safe.

We're laughing just looking at it. It's made from 100% cotton and is adjustable, so you know it'll be comfy.

Help Grandpa stay sharp with his book that features puzzles that will work his long- and short-term memory, in addition to other things like keeping his attention to detail on-point.

Grandpas, no matter what age, love to put their feet up and relax, so he'll definitely get a good laugh out of this gift. It's small, but cute.

Grandpa has probably been carrying around the same bulky wallet for years. Give him an upgrade that doesn't just look and feel good, but also features RFID-blocking for protection.

Expand their bird knowledge with a captivating look at what birds do, why they do it, and how they thrive in the wild. The author covers more than 200 species, with a focus on backyard birds, and includes more than 330 illustrations.

Binoculars can get pricey, but this pair is affordable and has really high reviews from customers as they offer 10 magnifications. "I purchased these because they were lightweight. They turned out to be really easy to use and I was able to see everything I focused on," one reviewer wrote.

They'll get 11 different attachments to use with their phone to make photographing birds so much better. One reviewer noted that the telephoto lens "is great for bringing them [birds] into focus" when you're snapping away.

Bring the birds to them with this traditional bird call, made of birch wood and zinc. "This brings back memories, design hasn't changed at all. Works every bit as good now as the one I had 50 years ago," one Amazon reviewer wrote.

Great for beginners, this book will teach them everything they need to become an expert bird watcher. It doesn't hurt that it comes filled with beautiful photos of birds in the wild.

An instant keepsake, you can customize this ceramic plate with their names and wedding date. The center illustration can feature a bride and groom, two brides or two grooms embracing.

Does he happen to be a history buff? Each page of this book is filled with old and new stories from The New York Times about their favorite sport. As an extra touch, you can have their name printed on the cover.

These mini gel golf pens will have a permanent place on their desk. "The quality of the pens is better than expected, even the box they come in is great quality. You won’t be disappointed by this item!" one Amazon reviewer wrote.

Made of super-soft cotton and polyester, we promise this will become his favorite t-shirt in an ever-growing collection. Take your pick of green, gray, black and navy.

The Phone Caddy is designed to clip perfectly to a golf cart, and can be easily adjusted for any size phone. It's perfect to keep their phone safe while playing music, waiting for a call or using a golf app.

Get their brains working in three dimensions as they try to solve this geometry-based puzzle. Players get a challenge card that uses the Kanoodle pieces to create the beginning of a 3D shape, then they have to use their wits to try and figure out how the rest of the pieces fit in. There are 200 challenges to complete, and it all fits nicely into a carrying case so you can take it on the go. Ages 7+

A mix of sport and fantasy that combines hide-and-seek with tag, Wizards and Werewolves is best played when it starts to get dark. A group is divided into two teams: Wizards, who have to find all the werewolves' glowing power crystals and defeat the alpha, and werewolves, who have to try and bite the wizards and add them to the wolf pack. It's a game that can be played with mixed ages and across several skill levels. Ages 8+; lithium batteries included

There are more than 300 brain-teasers and riddles in this book—not bad for something that's less than $10! Who knows, maybe they'll quiz you, and you can give your own brain a workout. Ages 9+

The premise is simple: Players are charged with launching a ball through the curved tube and catching it at the other opening. And yet, they won't be able to stop! It's so fun to play, they won't even realize they're working on their hand-eye coordination. Ages 9+

They won't know just how much they need this gift... until they do. Each tin comes with one pair of disposable underpants that fit most adults. For a real gag, buy them three or more to stash in their office, car, gym bag, and more.

They can easily stream their favorite shows in-flight with this phone holder mount, which can attach to anything from a tray table to a luggage handle. It’s compatible with the latest iPhones and most Samsung devices, and it rotates 360º so they can watch from any angle. With over 14,000 five-star ratings on Amazon, reviewers say it's "sturdy" and "easy to use" — plus, you can't beat the price.

Traveling with tech often means packing a bunch of cords that somehow always end up tangled. This canvas and mesh carrying case — a popular choice on Amazon with more than 21,000 five-star ratings! — solves that problem with five pockets to keep all their cords and essentials neatly organized.

Little artists can use the included templates, layer them on top of each other to make a new picture, then trace and color in the whole thing. When she's done with the included images, she can download more templates online. Ages 6+; three AA batteries required

Kids can make the most out of their creativity by designing and fabricating their own puffy stickers. This kit comes with enough materials to make 60 stickers, so they'll never be at a loss for decorations for their school supplies. Ages 6+

He'll have a blast painting the 10 included rocks with the groovy, fluorescent paint, then turning the lights off (or stashing them outside at night) to watch them shine! Bonus: When he's done with the rocks included in the kit, you can always send him outside to find more supplies. Ages 6+

This game incorporates logic skills with roller coaster building for a super fun take on a STEM toy. It comes with 39 tracks, 40 challenge cards (with solutions too) and a roller coaster car to bring all the loops and drops to life. It's the perfect gift for budding engineers to learn essential reasoning skills that they can use throughout their lives. Ages 6+

Kids can stomp these cars, launch them and watch them go! The pack comes with two kid-powered cars, which can race to see which one will go farthest. There's also a ramp included, and kids can launch the vehicles into the air! A Good Housekeeping Institute parent tester said she loved that her kids were able to set this up by themselves in about five minutes, so it's easy to use too. Ages 5+

Kids can get a feel for 3D printing technology with this gadget, which melts a plastic filament that can be used to make 3D art projects and sculptures. We named it the best 3D pen for children, noting that it works best if you keep the nozzle clean. A booklet will give them some ideas of what to make, or they can go off on their own and build whatever their imagination can come up with! You might also want to buy extra filament. Ages 6+

Help him up his golf game with this mat, which can be used indoors or outdoors. It has an automatic ball return, so he doesn't have to keep bending over.

Their days are long and stressful, but at least when they are writing down notes, they can get a little reminder that they are so appreciated. Plus, these pens are so pretty!

He can keep it at his station, on his desk at home or anywhere really as a reminder that he is a hero. There's also a female version!

Made from a cotton/poly blend, they'll be warm and comfortable in this sweatshirt. Because you can get their name on it, they can wear it in the hospital if they're feeling chilly.

It's a subtle way for them to always know which stethoscope is theirs. You can pick from four styles, and go with their name, initials or nickname.

Compact and portable, this battery-powered bluetooth speaker turns any outing into a party. It clips right onto a bag (or beach chair) for hands-free music. Plus, it's water-resistant, lightweight and can be bundled with a charger or charging cable for hours of tunes.

If they're not seeing as well as they used to, they can pull out this magnifying glass to read restaurant menus or the newspaper at home. It magnifies up to 30x to help them read small fonts and includes built-in lights.

Choose a secret message or phrase, and the creator of this bracelet will spell it out in Morse Code. Available in gold and silver, only you and your sister will know what it says.

There's a fan in your life with an out-of-this-world pooch or cat, send a pic to this pet portrait artist and receive a Star Wars-themed work of art in return—you just have to choose if they're going to be a Jedi, Stormtrooper, or Bounty Hunter. You can get it done as a digital-only print, a canvas, or a poster.

What mom doesn't want an original work of toddler art to hang up on the fridge or at the office? Melissa & Doug's Finger Paint Paper Pad lets them work on a large, 12" x 18" surface so they can really let their creativity shine. You can also get a set of washable finger paints to go with it.

Toddlers can give their moms the most unique floral arrangement ever—their scribbles are the perfect thing. It comes with 12, so you can share with other families, organize a daycare art project, or save some for next year.

This hilarious book is totally blank, but can keep her passwords, account information and all the birthdates of her grandkids in one safe place.

There's nothing she'll love more than a photo of her grandchildren, so up the ante with this unique holographic frame. Just upload the photo and tell the Amazon seller what message you want engraved.

Each pearl represents a generation of strong and powerful women. You'll see each one is a different color (light pink/white/light gray), and the necklace chain is adjustable.

She'll adore this unique LED night light that's engraved with a sweet message. It's a cute gift for the person who has everything, and will surely find a spot on her bookshelf.

Nana will never lose her spot again with this fun pillowcase that can hold her remote and glasses. Just be sure to scoop up a pillow insert — the linen cover doesn't come with one.

Grandmas have lots of hobbies, and this clever gadget can help with pretty much all of them. She can sew, read or do whatever she likes without disturbing your grandpa while he sleeps.

The Tree of Life has many representations throughout different cultures, but for your grandma, it will symbolize family, and how it all started with her.

We like that you can get any initial, be it her first name or last name, as well as any special date, engraved on this necklace. You can also add up to four charms if you want to showcase her grandchildren's initials and birthdays.

Once you purchase, download and print the template, you'll already have a sweet leaf and petal design. All you have to do is have your child make handprint the "flowers" with to complete the look.

Take personalized gifts to a whole new level by crafting a keepsake necklace engraved with a toddler's actual fingerprint, handprint, or footprint. You can add a name, too.

This memory book starts in pre-K, but it'll take them all the way up through their senior year of high school. There are pages for photos, pockets for keepsakes and awards and writing prompts, so kids can keep track of their favorite subjects, teachers and memories. No age recommendation given

Kids with lots of energy can practice balance and coordination on these turtle-shell-shaped stepping stones. Arrange them however you like, indoors or outdoors, and see if your kid can hop from shell to shell. The shells come in two sizes (smaller ones are an extra challenge), and the set also comes with a spinner, activity cards, and a bag to store it all in. Ages 3+

This talking microscope, featuring the voice of Bindi Irwin, comes with 20 prepared slides and 5x images to help introduce preschoolers to the wonders of the world around them. The microscope comes with two eyepieces, so there's no squirming one eye to learn. There's also a GeoSafari Jr. Talking Telescope for kids who want to take their science knowledge even further. Ages 4+; three AAA batteries required

Lots of teachers say that what they want most, above gifts, are hand-written notes. But if your student finds it hard to get the words out, this journal helps them make it easy by offering fill-in-the-blanks that'll get the inspiration flowing. The class can even work on it together and make it a group gift.

This one fosters both imaginative play and motor skills: Kids use a toy, battery-operated drill to build and disassemble these play sets, getting a feel for how to take things apart and put them back together again. There are lots of different play sets, including a recycling truck, a race car, a fire truck, and a barn set, among others. Each one comes with two "buddies" who also act as screwdrivers. Ages 3+; three AAA batteries required

Fore! He'll have to work on his control and focus to hit the golf ball on this set, and then he'll get all his energy out chasing the balls to put them back in the feeder again. It comes with 15 golf balls, along with three club heads (a left driver, a right driver, and a putter). Ages 3+

This helpful phone holder clips onto the side of a desk, headboard, or anything sturdy up to 6 centimeters thick. It lets them be hands-free while streaming a show, joining an online call, or video-chatting with you.

You can almost smell these cookies baking in the pretend oven. Kids really get to play out lots of parts to the cookie-baking process: They can "slice" the dough with the pretend spatula, arrange them on the cookie sheet (with velcro), put them in any pretend oven (wearing the oven mitt, of course), and then decorate with toppings and sprinkles (which also attach with velcro). When they're done, the cookies can be stored in a tube. Ages 3+