For the under-tens

Gifts for Kids

Gifts for kids that outlast the wrapping — bricks, picture books, craft kits, backyard cricket and a day out, from Approx. $15 to $99 in Australia.

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1. LEGO Classic creative bricks
Approx. $49
LEGO Australia
Open-ended play that survives more than one Christmas.
See it at LEGO Australia
2. Children's picture books
Approx. $35
QBD Books
Better than chocolate, and it lasts longer.
See it at QBD Books
3. Art and craft kit
Approx. $35
Kmart
Everything in one box for a rainy-day tween.
See it at Kmart
4. Soft plush toy
Approx. $25
Kmart
The one that ends up in every family photo.
See it at Kmart
5. Backyard cricket set
Approx. $89
Anaconda
Bat, stumps and ball — Boxing Day sorted for the whole street.
See it at Anaconda
6. Family card game
Approx. $15
Big W
Under $20 and reliably the hit of the afternoon.
See it at Big W
7. Party card game for a crowd
Approx. $25
Gameology
Quick to learn, loud to play — good for family get-togethers.
See it at Gameology
8. Animal encounter at the zoo
Approx. $99
RedBalloon
Behind-the-scenes with the keepers — brilliant for animal people.
See it at RedBalloon
9. Escape room for a group
Approx. $49
RedBalloon
Sixty minutes of puzzles and mild arguing. Great for siblings.
See it at RedBalloon
10. Modern board game for the table
Approx. $59
QBD Books
A proper table game — the kind that turns into a weekly ritual.
See it at QBD Books