Our Favourite Creative and Educational Christmas Gifts for Kids

November 17, 2024Jessy Edgar
Our Favourite Creative and Educational Christmas Gifts for Kids - Sprouts of Bristol

Looking for the perfect Christmas gifts for kids? Whether they’re budding artists, curious minds, or quirky collectors, we’ve got you covered with our carefully curated selection of creative, educational, and nature-inspired presents. From fun craft kits to unique accessories, each gift is designed to spark imagination and curiosity. Here are our top picks to delight the little ones this festive season!

For Little Artists: Creative Gifts They’ll Love

Colouring Books

A timeless classic for little creators, these colouring books are perfect for keeping kids busy while inspiring creativity and teaching them about the natural world. We stock books by Ferne Creative and Button & Squirt - both artists specialise in illustrations of animals, insects, and nature, with a particular focus on native British wildlife. For group fun during the Christmas holidays, don’t miss the Giant Colouring Posters from Dixon Does Doodles. At an impressive A0 size, these posters are perfect for multiple children to enjoy together.

Cute Crayons

Encourage children to draw and learn with our nature-themed crayons, made from bright, non-toxic wax. Choose from three charming sets: Leaves, Mini Beasts, or Woodland. Each set is beautifully presented in a 100% recycled kraft gift box tied with vibrant ribbon - making them a thoughtful and eco-friendly Christmas gift.

Jumbo Watercolours

These plastic-free jumbo watercolour pencils from Cotton Twist are a mess-free alternative to traditional paints, making them ideal for little artists. Perfect for rainy days, art projects, or on-the-go creativity, these bright, easy-to-use pencils allow kids to create masterpieces of any size with ease and little mess!

Doodle Diary

The Positive Doodle Diary is a colourful, mindful gratitude journal designed to help kids thrive through creativity. Packed with activities, this journal combines doodling, self-expression, and mindfulness to encourage confidence, resilience, kindness, and self-care. It’s a wonderful way to spark creativity while supporting a child’s mental and emotional wellbeing.

For Crafty Kids: Hands-On Fun

Wooden Bracelet Kits

These kits are a fantastic way to teach kids new crafting skills while letting them create something personal and fun to wear. The plastic-free Cotton Twist bracelet kits are lovingly handmade in the UK, making them a thoughtful and sustainable gift. Choose from delightful designs, including flowers, rainbows, mini beasts, and strawberries.

Split Pin Puppets

A playful blend of art and engineering! Kids will enjoy assembling these charming characters that move, adding an interactive element to their creations. Our collection features adorable animals and insects, such as bats, ladybirds, spiders, frogs, tiger moths, and a bumblebee. Each design showcases Dixon Does Doddles’s iconic, whimsical style, making these puppets as fun to display as they are to make.

Pocket Flower Press

Inspire a love of nature with this pocket-sized flower press, perfect for preserving wildflowers and other native plants. Once the flowers are dried, the creative possibilities are endless—think handmade greeting cards, unique wall art, and more! Our Studio Wald flower presses feature beautifully screen-printed designs, are plastic-free, and make an eco-friendly gift for crafty kids who enjoy exploring the outdoors.

For Curious Minds: Educational and Unique Gifts

DIY Bee Hotel Kit

This fun, eco-friendly project teaches kids about the importance of pollinators while helping them connect with nature. The bee hotel is made from wood and requires no glue, making it easy for little hands to assemble. It’s a perfect family activity, allowing everyone to work together and create a safe home for bees in your garden.

Plane Craft Kit Activity Box

Keep little hands busy with this engaging, hands-on kit that combines creativity, learning, and building fun. The set includes everything needed to decorate a wooden plane, plus mess-free watercolour pencils for a splash of colour. The kit is entirely plastic-free and is proudly made in the UK by Cotton Twist - a perfect gift for eco-conscious families.

Card Games

Fun for the whole family, these games teach kids about animals and the natural world in an interactive way. The Button & Squirt games options feature matching pairs, fact cards, and a more traditional card game - all beautifully printed in the UK. Whether it’s a quiet afternoon or a lively family game night, these cards will bring joy while also sparking curiosity about the environment.

For Quirky Collectors: Fun Accessories

Iron on Patches

Encourage kids to express their unique style with fun, nature-inspired patches that can be added to jackets, bags, and more. The iron-on patches from Ferne Creative are perfect for adding a personal touch to any item. Choose from the Scottish Wild Cat or the Scarlet Elf Cup Fungi Mushroom - both striking designs that look fantastic on denim jackets, bags and other fabric items. These patches are an easy way to bring nature and creativity into their wardrobe!

Illustrated Pins

Add a pop of personality with beautifully illustrated pins. Designed by The Tiny Toucan, these pins are printed on wood and feature delightful creatures like dinosaurs, badgers, red pandas, long dogs, frogs, and axolotls. They look super cute on backpacks, jackets, and hats, helping kids show off their love for nature. Ferne Creative also offers enamel pins featuring native UK wildlife, such as hedgehogs, kingfishers, lobsters, bats, and foxes, making them a lovely, collectable addition to any accessory.

Keyrings

A small but sweet gift, these keyrings make perfect stocking fillers for kids who love nature. Made in the UK from wood or recycled acrylic by Ferne Creative, they feature designs inspired by native wildlife, including insects, mammals, birds, and fossils. Ideal for young nature enthusiasts or budding natural historians, these keyrings are a lovely way to carry a piece of the natural world wherever they go.

Bookmarks


A thoughtful gift for little bookworms, these bookmarks are designed to inspire a lifelong love of reading. Created by The Tiny Toucan, each bookmark features adorable illustrations of animals, insects, flowers, and leaves. With so many beautiful designs to choose from, they’re perfect for collectors - why not collect them all?

 

Inspire creativity, learning, and curiosity this Christmas with our carefully selected gifts for kids.

From art kits that spark creativity to nature-inspired accessories that let them express their love for the world around them, there’s something for every little one. Shop our unique, eco-friendly, and fun gifts that are sure to bring a smile to their face this festive season. Browse our full collection and find the perfect present today!

 

Why Creative and Educational Gifts Make the Perfect Christmas Presents

Creative and educational gifts don’t just entertain—they inspire. By combining fun with learning, these gifts help kids explore their talents, spark curiosity, and develop new skills. Whether you’re inspiring a budding artist or nurturing a young nature enthusiast, these gifts offer joy that lasts long after Christmas.

 

Shop Unique Christmas Gifts for Kids at Sprouts of Bristol

At Sprouts of Bristol, we’re dedicated to helping you find the perfect gift for every child on your list. Explore our full range of creative and educational gifts, from fun craft kits to quirky accessories, available online or in-store. Make this Christmas magical with a gift that sparks creativity and curiosity!