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The ultimate gift guide for what to get the kids this Christmas

Santa would approve! - by Chanelle Mansour
  • 15 Dec 2021

Buying gifts, whether it's for a friend, colleague, or the neighbour next door, is certainly no easy feat. But when you're trying to buy a present for your family, namely the kids, well that's another story entirely.

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Christmas has a way of bringing pure joy into each and every household that's celebrating, but it holds a certain type of magic for the kids.

Whether they're still young enough to believe in Santa, or they're old enough to start dropping hints all year as to what they're hoping to get as a gift, the holidays are the perfect opportunity to spoil your loved ones.

And there's nothing quite like watching their faces light up in absolute glee, as they find out what's been hiding under that wrapping paper all along.

Here, we've rounded up some of the best gifts to get for the kids this Christmas, so that you have the best chance at making their day even more special.

HARRY POTTER GOLDEN SNITCH REMOTE CONTROL FLYING HELIBALL DRONE

Harry Potter Golden Snitch Remote Control Flying Heliball Drone.

Yellow Octopus

Harry Potter Golden Snitch Remote Control Flying Heliball Drone from Yellow Octopus for $59.99

Now this is perfect for any Harry Potter fans in the house because this Golden Snitch Remote Control Flying Heliball Drone will transport them straight into the fantasy world.

Authentically hand-painted and crafted to look just like it does in the movie, the Golden Snitch also comes with a display plinth and collectable poster.

Disney Princess Ultimate Celebration Castle

Disney Princess Ultimate Celebration Castle.

Myer

Disney Princess Ultimate Celebration Castle from Myer for $230

This is for Disney lovers as this Castle is the perfect home for all the Disney Princess characters.

It stands at four feet tall, so you'll need some space, and the dollhouse features three stories and six rooms, and it also comes with 29 accessories - offering the ultimate experience.

MGP Carve Elite Scooter

MGP Carve Elite Scooter.

Rebel Sport

MGP Carve Elite Scooter from Rebel Sport for $179.99

If you're wanting to get the kids off their electronics and playing outside, then the MGP Carve Elite Scooter is one way to do it.

With its two-tone colour design, its vibrant, fun and very smooth.

CHEESEBURGER INFLATABLE FLOOR FLOATIE CUSHION

Cheeseburger Inflatable Floor Floatie Cushion.

CoolThings Australia

Cheeseburger Inflatable Floor Floatie Cushion from CoolThings Australia for $140

Add a little fun to a play space with this Cheeseburger Inflatable Floor Floatie Cushion that’s fun, bold, functional and comfortable.

The cloud-like plush surface is soft to the touch, whilst the cushy inflatable core makes it perfect for lightweight portability.

It will also keep the kids comfortable whether they're catching up on their favourite tv shows, reading or even gaming with friends.

Turbo Racer Slot Car Racing Set

Turbo Racer Slot Car Racing Set.

Kogan Australia

Turbo Racer Slot Car Racing Set from Kogan Australia for $49.99

Have any young racing fans in the house? Give them a taste of the thrills and spills of a race in the comfort of your own home with the customisable, remote controlled Turbo Racer Slot Car Racing Set.

It features a customisable 5.6m track with looping, built-in lap counters and electronic controllers for speed control, and you can send the two 1:43 scale cars racing down a different track every time.

CREATTO SPARKLE UNICORN AND FRIENDS

Creatto Sparkle Unicorn and Friends.

CoolThings Australia

Creatto Sparkle Unicorn and Friends from CoolThings Australia for $52

Bring a little light and magic to the room with the Creatto Sparkle Unicorn and Friends, which comes as a kit so you can have fun constructing multiple light up 3D creations.

You can either make a unicorn, ballerina, polar bear or bunny, by using the thin, flexible, interlocking plastic tiles to create origami-like creatures, which will make for striking light-up room decorations.

trampoline

8FT Trampoline Round.

Myer

8FT Trampoline Round from Myer for $339.95

Surprise the kids with the trampoline they've always wanted as they're guaranteed to bring great family fun.

Plus, this trampoline features an inner safety net around the mat to separate the jumping area from the padded springs, so it gives kids the ultimate in safety and great peace of mind for you.

backyard birdies book

Backyard Birdies.

Booktopia

Backyard Birdies book from Booktopia for $17.95

This fun-filled feathery field guide is guaranteed to get your family laughing and learning about Australia’s quirky backyard visitors.

This book is fast becoming a family favourite, as it offers a handy first field guide packed full of fascinating facts about Australia's most common backyard birds.

The picture book is a must-have this Christmas, especially for bird and book lovers alike.

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Chanelle Mansour
As a digital writer, Chanelle Mansour covers all things lifestyle, entertainment and food for New Idea.

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