Our top screen-free gifts for Christmas
Are the kids spending too much time on their laptops and phones? Sometimes modern problems need old-fashioned solutions. This year, we’re continuing to embrace all things screen-free for Christmas to help you enjoy the festive season as a family. Here are our top ten Christmas gifts that offer the perfect antidote to the digital age.
1. 5 in 1 construction kit
This construction kit is great for children aged 8+. They can construct five different vehicles, including an open-back lorry, excavator, plane, glider and snowplough. This kit also includes a little spanner and screwdriver.
5 in 1 construction kit, £14.95
2. Special Agent spy kit
Let little fans of spy novels and detective films play some make-believe around the house with this awesome bundle, complete with a cardboard briefcase, fingerprint kit, moustache disguise, an invisible pen and loads more gear to help them become a top notch investigator. You could even make it a family affair by splitting up in teams and have the adults be the children’s sidekicks.
Special Agent spy kit, £14.95
3. Coral reef puzzle
Nothing brings the family together quite like a puzzle; hunting for the edges and seeing the final image come together. This 500-piece coral reef puzzle offers the perfect escape from sitting in front of the TV on Christmas Day and will get you dreaming about and planning your next sunny holiday (when it’s safe to travel again!). For younger children, maybe pick up something with fewer pieces, like our 100-piece glow in the dark Space Age or Prehistoric Land puzzles.
Coral reef puzzle, £12.95
4. Cardboard learn to stitch kit
Get their motor skills running with this pretty, cardboard stitch kit. Inspired by nature, with no nasty needles and nice thick, cotton laces, it’s the perfect introduction to crafting for little ones.
Cardboard learn to stitch activity, £6.95
5. Wild Wonders balance game
As challenging for grown-ups as it is for children (trust us, we've tried!) this fun balance game is guaranteed to keep the kids occupied. Younger ones can also enjoy imaginative role play games with the sweet wooden animals.
Wild Wonders balance game, £16.95
6. Charlie the Lion xylophone
A wonderful introduction to music, this charming wooden xylophone includes a songbook to help little ones learn five classic nursery rhymes including Old Macdonald and Twinkle Twinkle Little Star. Well, you will need a bit of a break from the Christmas music at some point.
Charlie the Lion xylophone, £19.95
7. Prehistoric Land origami
Wile away a wintery afternoon with this classic past-time. This Prehistoric Land kit has everything you need to create five amazing paper dinosaurs.
Prehistoric Land origami, £8.95
8. Make your own space mission vehicles
For little science lovers, keep them busy with this stellar 3D puzzle project that will leave them with four iconic space vehicles. After assembly, whiz around the house on a little space mission or simply display them in the bedroom.
Make your own space mission vehicles, £19.95
9. Magic set
Get ready to enjoy an impressive magic show this Christmas. This fun magic set contains everything mini magicians need to perform more than 80 tricks! Want to make the show official? Take a look at this fun roll of play tickets.
Magic set, £19.95
10. Juggling balls
We love the wintery magic of the festive season but the cold weather can often mean lots of afternoons stuck indoors, so why not take the time to learn a new skill? This vintage-style trio of balls comes with instructions on how to master the art of juggling. For smaller hands we also have a set of mini juggling balls.
Spirit of Adventure juggling balls (set of 3), £4.95
Inspired to pick up some screen-free gifts this Christmas? Be sure to check out our full collection of toys, games and activities for unplugged ideas.
