Holiday Guide: 8 Gifts for Active Kids

‘Tis the season! This time of year is filled with so much love and joy, but also stress! Shopping for loved ones can be difficult. You have to think about what they like, what they don’t, what they already have, and what they may need! And this is even more true for kids — all they want are their electronics, right? Wrong!

The Holidays are so magical for kids and the memories will last a lifetime. We’ve taken the hard work out of shopping for the active kid in your life! Here’s a list of items that kids will definitely use and love!

  1. For the Creative One
    The Nugget Couch

    The Original Play Couch! Do you remember how much fun it was to build living room forts as a kid? Well this couch is specifically made for kids to reconfigure into anything they want! A fort, a stage, a rainbow, a slide — just to name a few. The ideas are endless! This couch will be sure to have kids thinking and moving for hours on end.

  2. For the Artsy One
    Gathre Mat

    Do you have a kid in your life who loves art? Painting, coloring, drawing, sculpting, etc? Well these things can sometimes be messy, and we definitely don’t want to limit kids while they’re doing something they love. Instead, get them a wipeable and water resistant Gathre mat. It’s aesthetically pleasing and practical for life with kids. You can use it to line the floor indoors for any potentially messy activity, or take it outside as a blanket on top of the grass. 

  3. For the Energetic One
    Bounce House

    Childhood has changed so much over the last several generations. Some of us remember childhood consisting of biking outside with the neighbors while some of us remember iPads and iPhones! One thing has remained the same — everyone loves a bounce house. And they’re not just for birthday parties anymore! This beautiful bounce house is sure to provide endless hours of fun while being so pretty you’ll want to keep it blown up all the time!

  4. For the Outdoorsy One
    Zip Line

    Get the kids wanting to go outside with this backyard zip line! That’s right, a zip line for your backyard! Sometimes kids just need a new and exciting activity to get them moving and outside again. A zip line is no typical activity, it’s usually only accessible on a tropical vacation or similar destination. Bring it home to your backyard and wow your kids.

  5. For the Silly One
    Hopper Ball

    For those days where there’s lots to do with no time to watch the kids outside or take them to the park. This hopper ball will have kids entertaining themselves and staying active INDOORS with little to no supervision required. And the best part? It’s not something that’s going to be thrown around so there’s no risk of breaking things! This is a fun activity kids can do indoors, completely on their own that’s sure to be a hit.

  6. For the Hyper One
    Trampoline

    Something to keep the ENTIRE family active! A trampoline to get everyone outside and jumping together. A great way to get everyone some exercise while bonding. Bonus: there’s a basketball hoop INSIDE the trampoline

  7. The Attentive One
    PlasmaCar

    A fun twist on a traditional bike! Reach up to 6mph with no gears, batteries, or pedals. For use inside or outside. Kids will be developing coordination, balance, and motor skills with the help of gravity and friction to move around. This will definitely target some of the less-used muscles and be a fun challenge to master.

  8. The Adventurous One
    Toy Range Rover

    Do you remember when you were a kid that was fascinated by being able to drive a car? Make a kid’s dreams come true with their very own mini car! Kids will be begging to get outside to use their new car. Meanwhile, mom and dad can take a peaceful stroll alongside while the kids are entertained and happy!

Let us know if you snag one of these for your loved one! What are some exciting gifts you have planned this season? For more activities to entertain your kids, meal tips, recipes, and physical development insight, follow us on Instagram @nhsportsco. Happy Holidays!

Catch You Next Time,
NH Sports

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