The tween years, which typically fall between ages 9 and 12, are a transitional time, hence the name “tween,” or “in between.” Finding gifts for 12-year-olds and other tweens can be a little tricky; the giftee may be out of the toy aisle and bored with Barbies and Bratz, but that doesn’t necessarily mean the top gifts for teens are right for them at this point in their life either.

So what do you get a tween on your 2025 holiday shopping list? Luckily, you’ve got lots of options. Start by considering what the tween in your life is into. (If you’re not sure, ask them or their friends!) If they’re an aspiring beauty influencer, consider “starter” items like a quality sunscreen and tinted lip gloss. Games and activities they can do with friends and family, like a bracelet-making kit, are a thoughtful way to encourage connection, and room decor is a great option for tweens who are figuring out who they are and what they like. Tweens are very clued-in to what’s cool and trendy, like the ever-popular micro Ugg boots and cute bag charms, so you can nod to the fact that they’re exploring their style without going overboard.

If you’re shopping gifts for 12-year-olds to 9 year-olds, here are some of the best gift ideas to get you started—from big splurges to cute stocking stuffers.