Back to School Gift Ideas for Kids

gifts for their study space

A well-organized study space provides a great anchor for your child’s academic success, but it also gives them their own personal space to think and explore their interests. These practical back-to-school gifts will last for the long haul, providing them with a dedicated area to focus on their growth and learning.

HOMEWORK DESK

A comfortable and functional homework desk is a fundamental addition to any study space. Look for ergonomic designs with ample storage to keep their school essentials neatly organized.

DESK & CHAIR PAIR

Add a supportive and adjustable chair to their study desk to ensure your child maintains good posture while studying, especially if they’re sitting for longer periods.

DESK HUTCH

A desk hutch adds valuable vertical storage space, allowing your child to keep books, supplies, and personal items within easy reach.

SCHOOL SUPPLIES

While school supplies may seem mundane, they can also be exciting for kids, especially when they're personalized and vibrant. Favorite pens and crayons feel personal, and can be really motivating.

PERSONALIZED BACKPACKS

A personalized backpack not only makes a fashion statement but also instills a sense of ownership and responsibility for their belongings. Gifting them something to call their own makes their first day of school feel extra special.

PERSONALIZED LUNCH BOXES

Create a unique lunchtime experience with personalized lunch boxes that are both functional and fun. Plus, they help prevent mix-ups at school.

WRITING UTENSILS & ACCESSORIES

Equip your child with high-quality pens, pencils, erasers, and sharpeners to make writing fun.

NOTEBOOKS, FOLDERS & BINDERS

Stylish and colorful notebooks, folders, and binders add a touch of creativity to their organizational routine.

WEEKLY PLANNERS

Introduce the concept of time management with weekly planners, encouraging your child to stay on top of their assignments and activities.

DESK ORGANIZERS

Keep the study space clutter-free with desk organizers that make tidying up a breeze.

educational toys

The best educational toys combine learning and play. Even better, you can customize your gift to their interests, and encourage them to follow their natural curiosity and enjoy development, no matter what their age.

BOOKS

Choose age-appropriate books, kid-friendly dictionaries, or a popular kids’ series. Crate & Kids carries bestselling books like Little People Big Dreams and the This is city series.

GAMES & PUZZLES

Everything from number-based games to bean bag toss, jigsaw puzzles to board games. Encourage problem-solving skills with educational games and puzzles.

STEM/STEAM TOYS

Foster an interest in science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics with these interactive toys that teach kids how to build and create outside the box.

FLASHCARDS

Promote memory retention and learning through flashcards featuring various subjects and concepts. Flashcards are also a simple way to create lasting study habits.

WOODEN BLOCKS

Enhance creativity and motor skills with wooden blocks featuring numbers, letters, and images.

arts & crafts gifts

Fun at every age, crafting, painting, and drawing help kids use their imagination and have an outlet for self-expression. Anything goes, plus these are great alone or in a group.

MARKERS, CRAYONS & COLORED PENCILS

Delight them with a range of artistic tools. High-quality markers and colored pencils offer vibrant colors for drawing and coloring.

PAINT

Gift them a set of paints, and watch your child explore a world of colors.

CHALK

Simple, inexpensive and so much fun, colorful chalk is great for the outdoors for a game of hopscotch or pavement art.

ART EASEL

An easel feels really special and also creates a mini studio for their artistic endeavors, great and small.

WALL SHELVES

Display their artwork proudly with book ledge shelves or floating cube storage.

motivational gifts

Everyone needs words of encouragement. Surprise them with something cozy and decorative to help them feel their best throughout the year.

MOTIVATIONAL WALL ART Hang cheerful, framed artwork in their study space to create a positive learning atmosphere.

INSPIRATIONAL THROW PILLOWS Add encouraging throw pillows to their study nook for comfort and motivation.

STUFFED ANIMALS Introduce younger kids to their new favorite study companion or reading bestie.

From comforting to educational, put a smile on your little one’s face with a thoughtful back-to-school gift, and help make the start of the school year a happy memory every year.