Whoever said you can’t please ’em all just hasn’t tried hard enough. Ahead, find gifts that will engage and delight the entire brood, whether they’re a family of foodies, globetrotters, game nighters, and more.
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Old Time Candy
Prices vary at The Old Time Candy CompanyShop Now
Here’s a history lesson the little ones won’t mind: Via the Old Time Candy Company, family elders can introduce younger kin to their favorite childhood sweets, which are grouped and sold by decade, flavor, or type.
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Escape the Crate Subscription Box
$27/box and up from CratejoyShop Now
Families who like a challenge will look forward to receiving this box, which arrives every two months filled with a themed riddle, puzzle, or mystery that they’ll have to work together to solve.
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National Parks Scratch-Off Chart
$25 from Pop ChartShop Now
Families who make regular pilgrimages to national parks will love this illustrated scratch-off chart. Once they’ve checked off a destination, they’ll gently peel off the top layer to reveal a rendering of that park in full color. (If they’re not park-goers, there are charts for Major League ballparks, basketball arenas, football stadiums, golf holes and more.)
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Gym1 Deluxe Indoor Playground
$225 from Amazon Shop Now
Outdoor play can be tricky once the weather turns cold, so it’s time to get creative if you’re buying for kids and their stressed-out parents. This innovative set turns a sturdy doorway into a swing, ladder, rope, trapeze, or rings, and it can hold up to 300 pounds.
Dinosaur Taco Holders
$17 and up from Uncommon GoodsShop Now
Can taco night be improved upon? Perhaps only with the addition of these dishwasher-safe dinos. Each holds two hard shell tacos and makes meals a roaring good time for all.
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Wooden Family Tree
$60 and up from Etsy Shop Now
Display up to five generations — rings of your family tree — for all to see. These genealogical gems are made in Austin, Texas, from sustainably harvested wood and are available in two sizes.
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Z-Man Games Pandemic
$22 from Amazon Shop Now
Sure, it’s a bit on the nose, but buyers say this cooperative board game that challenges players to stop disease outbreaks and epidemics around the world is as challenging as it is fun. “When you win, you come away feeling like the hero of an apocalyptic movie, saving the world in the very nick of time,” raves one player.
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The Adventure Challenge: Family Edition
$20 and up from The Adventure ChallengeShop Now
This book has 50 fun family challenges to make the most of quality together time. Scratch-off entries reveal activities that run the gamut from outside adventures to kooky and creative projects. Each spot includes a place to include a photo, so this will become a cherished keepsake the entire family will love even after the challenges are long-completed. There’s also a bundled package that comes with an instant camera.
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Stingray Family Tree Tent
$600 from TentsileShop Now
Take a second to recover from the sticker shock. Then consider that this waterproof tent could stand in for a hotel room and backyard treehouse. Capable of holding up to 880 pounds, it’s made for multi-person lounging and sleeping (read: everyone won’t roll to the middle). Set it up anywhere you can find three anchor points for camping, stargazing, or just elevated outdoor play.
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Amazon eero Mesh Wi-Fi System
$140 from Amazon Shop Now
Wi-Fi groaning under the weight of simultaneous Zoom calls? Buyers say Amazon’s new eero mesh Wi-Fi system helps keep the data flowing, blanketing up to 5,000 square feet with speedy coverage, even if you have dozens of devices connected. The 10-minute setup is easy even for tech novices.
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Crossnet Four Square Volleyball
$85 and up from Amazon
Competitive or active families will love this set that puts a volleyball twist on the classic playground game of four square. It comes with a height-adjustable net, a travel backpack, volleyball, pump, boundary lines, and a rule book.
Kids Against Maturity Card Game
$19 from AmazonShop Now
Though the game makers note that “humorless” parents can remove any card they find objectionable, most of the more than 7,000 reviewers appear nonplussed at the content, noting that Kids Against Maturity offers “real-deal laughs” and is “suitable for all ages.”
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Kodak Mini 2 HD Wireless Portable Photo Printer
$75 from Amazon Shop Now
Don’t let those memories stay hidden from view in everyone’s respective phones. This pocket-sized printer comes in five colors and can instantly turn those Insta photos into high-quality prints that can be displayed around the house.
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InnovativeMap Scratch-Off World and U.S. Map Posters
$31 from Amazon
Know a family that loves to travel? They can check off all their adventures with this map duo set. The set includes a large world map and smaller U.S. map, plus a scratch tool, memory stickers to pin each new trip, and a magnifying strip so the smallest details loom larger.
Family History Throw
$60 from Gifts.comShop Now
Customized with key dates such as weddings, births, new homes, and other momentous occasions, this throw becomes a touching way to capture and display a family timeline.
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Cards Against Humanity Family Edition
$29 from WalmartShop Now
Everyone’s fill-in-the-blank party game just got a family-friendly update. Don’t worry: It’s still a little raunchy, subbing in fart jokes and similar silliness for the classic edition’s decidedly adult content.
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Abco Tech Indoor Golf Putting Green
$61 from Amazon
This practice putting green is compact enough that it can be used almost anywhere. It’s lightweight and portable, with a roll-up mat for easy storage, and comes with three practice balls.
Marquee Light Box
$25 and up from AmazonShop Now
This illuminated mini marquee is perfect for spelling out a family mantra, celebrating a special day, or issuing a reminder to the whole clan without having to nag.
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Charley Harper Jigsaw Puzzle
$23 from Amazon Shop Now
Introduce your family to the wonderfully whimsical world of American artist Charley Harper. This particular 1,000-piece puzzle is based on a painting by Harper of our avian friends.
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Monkey Vegetable Peeler
$13 from AmazonShop Now
If your family appreciates a little whimsy in the kitchen, this funky monkey helper will probably bring a smile — and encourage a battle over who gets to peel the potatoes for a holiday dinner.
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Global Hot Sauce Gift Box
$45 from Uncommon Goods Shop Now
Just about every continent has a different take on hot sauce. Let your family explore with this five-bottle set, which contains sauces from the U.S., India, and Africa.
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Long Distance Touch Bracelet Set
$55 and up from Uncommon Goods Shop Now
Next time you see something that reminds you of that one amazing friend or much-missed family member who lives far away, let them know you’re thinking of them with this gift. Simply tap the bracelet, and your loved one’s half of the set will light up and vibrate. Replacement bands in different colors are available for $15.
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Family Scavenger Hunt
Price varies from Let’s Roam
Let’s Roam crafts scavenger hunts that also double as city tours in over 400 locations around the world. You walk around your city looking for hidden secrets and must-see spots in a gamified app-driven hunt full of puzzles, riddles, and challenges. If you’d rather not leave the house, there’s also in-home scavenger hunts that are fun for every age.
Christmas Cookie Shot Decorating Kit
$50 from The Dirty Cookie
Cookie shots are little beverage cups made out of edible cookies, so you can fill them with Irish cream for mom and dad, and milk or a milkshake for the kids. This kits includes six cookie cups, plus chocolate, sprinkles, and edible Christmas-themed decorations so everyone can customize their own cup.
Custom Viewfinder
$35 from Amazon
Remember those View-Masters with the circular reels of images you looked into as a kid? Everything retro is popular again, and now you can buy one that comes with a custom-made reel with your own photos. It’s a great way to relive family memories and kids will love looking through it.
Personalized Wooden Advent Calendar
$55 from Weddingstar
Families who celebrate Christmas all December long will adore this wooden Advent calendar. It has 24 drawers that can be filled with all kinds of treats, is reusable every year, and can be personalized with a family name on the front.
Personalized Santa Gift Sack
$17 from Weddingstar
Add a little extra magic to Christmas morning with Santa’s gift sack. It comes in adorable themed prints, including a child’s name, and has a drawstring so all those presents won’t burst out.
Carpool Karaoke Mic
$50 from Singing MachineShop Now
This wireless microphone pairs with an FM station on a car’s radio so that the whole fam can recreate their favorite James Corden moments on the next big road trip. It provides up to six hours of use before the battery needs to be recharged.
Shut the Hell Up Chewing Gum
$2 from Off The WagonShop Now
Nip any family squabbles in the bud with this. When the words aren’t enough, simply offer a nice big pack of Shut The Hell Up gum. Enough said.
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