30 Kindergarten Graduation Gift Ideas to Celebrate Your Little Grad (2024)

What soon-to-be first grader doesn't love a game? This set comes with cards that challenge and teach little ones through picture puzzles, math problems, tongue twisters, mazes, vocabulary games, and more. With every play session, you'll be building the rising first grader's knowledge, plus confidence. Ages 6+

This paperback book is a fitting gift for the occasion. Plus, it comes with a sheet of stickers! Ages 5-6

The hilarious Junie B. Jones books are timeless favorites for a reason. Give the graduation girl in your life this one, which is about Junie B. Jones' own kindergarten graduation. Ages 5-7

LEGO kits are a classic gift for a reason. Build your little one's collection while helping them keep it all contained with this portable LEGO suitcase that comes with 213 pieces and a book of ideas to get them started. They'll love taking their LEGO suitcase on the go all summer long (and beyond). Ages 4+

As your kindergartener graduates and moves onto 1st grade, it's important to note how much emotional intelligence they're developing. Books on feelings can help reinforce the social and emotional skills they're learning. Whether your child is taking a martial arts class or not, these Ninja Life Hacks books apply to their every day. This box set includes a book on each of these relatable ninja personas: Angry Ninja, Positive Ninja, Earth Ninja, Inventor Ninja, Grumpy Ninja, Helpful Ninja, Kind Ninja, and Lazy Ninja. Ages 3-11+

Representation is everything, and this is the perfect age to reinforce diversity to little ones. You'll love these Orijin Bees dolls, which come in a variety of multi-cultural looks. Get them for the kindergartener in your life to encourage self love. Ages 3-7

Since your kindergartener has had a full year of practicing their writing skills, this journal will continue their journey! In it, they can write anything they want, including expressing thoughts about the day, fulfilling the diary's title, "My Great Day Journal." Ages 3-6+

Kindergarten marks the age for new and exciting skills. One of which could be helping mom or dad in the kitchen... or at least making their own (non-edible) creations out of Play-Doh. This super set comes with all the gadgets they could ever need to create all the courses in a pretend meal — and then some. Ages 3+

Surprise toys among the kindergarten set are always a hit. They'll ask, "what's inside?" with such excitement! These Disney Doorables will reveal characters from their favorite Disney movies and shows. They can then use the miniature figurines for fun role play with friends or solo. Ages 5+

A new, innovative take on the classic card game, Old Maid, Bold Made will provide the entire family with oodles of fun. With cards showcasing heroes such as Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Malala Yousafzai, Marie Curie, and Harriet Tubman, players can also talk about the contributions of these amazing women. Ages 3+

Give the kindergartener who loves nature this bug bundle, which includes a beaker with a magnifying glass, a scoop net with handle for catching bugs, and a DIY hotel kit they can assemble to give their new insect friends a nice outdoor habitat. Ages 5+

When the school year ends, your kindergartener can enjoy the summer with this slip-and-slide setup that also doubles as a splash-version of a baseball field. It includes a water slide, plastic baseball bat, and ball too. Ages 5-12

How impressive is this DIY boat? The kindergartener who builds it will get such a sense of accomplishment! Once complete (using a handy instruction booklet), they can even take it for a sail in a neighborhood lake, pond, or river. Just hang onto the rope so you don't lose it. Ages 5-10

This award-winning craft subscription kit for kids makes a great gift for the creative kindergarten graduate. Whether you send just one box or sign them up for a 3- 6-, or 12-month subscription, they're in for hours of fun. Every box comes with 4-5 crafts around a curated theme, with all the materials they'll need. It can also be shared between two crafters, whether that's a friend or a sibling. Ages 3-9

Since kindergarten marks their first true year in "real school," give them a way to record their best memories. This keepsake scrapbook will give the kindergartener the opportunity to answer fun questions about their likes and dislikes, plus things they remember. They can also add pictures or draw for a nice look back years from now when they're older. Ages 6-12

Here's a little inspiration for the rising first grader you love. Give them this book that's chock full of positive messages with fun, colorful illustrations to encourage them for their next chapter — whether it be a fun summer or the upcoming school year. Ages 4-6

Is your graduating kindergartener a cat lover? Inspired by a popular meme, this container of Misfittens Cats will wow you. You won't believe the squishable softies are inside, but they somehow are able to squeeze into the canister. Collect all 12 Misfittens that have different colors and "cattitudes" for creative play. Ages 3+

As kindergarteners develop their interests, if music fits the bill, this Loog guitar is the perfect instrument for beginners. It features a three-string design to make it easy for the little one to learn, plus it comes with chord flashcards, free video lessons, and full access to the Loog Guitar app to help guide the little musician as they go. Ages 3+

During kindergarten, your little one was likely introduced to reading independently. To continue the literacy fun, a bedtime reading buddy like this super-soft GUND Snuffles Teddy Bear can be a great addition to their rooms. Choose from several different colors of this classic plush that's been a favorite for decades! Ages 1+

Complete with experiment cards and the necessary lab equipment (like a beaker, test tube, funnel, and even safety goggles), the little scientist can have hours of play with this set. The instructions are quite easy to follow, but a grown-up may have to help read some of the bigger words, and (of course) do clean-up. (Sorry!) Ages 3+