Our Favorite Made in America Gifts for Kids!

Finding gifts that will delight the child in your life and endure past the holiday is not an easy task!

There’s nothing quite like the holidays as a kid. Experiencing the magic of this time of year when you’re young is special, and it’s even more special to wake up to presents picked out just for you. Unfortunately, most of the options for kids today are cheaply made overseas.

If you’re looking for a gift for any children in your life that will stand the test of time and help form the memories they’ll cherish for a lifetime, look no further than this list from this year’s Made in America Holiday Gift Guide, sorted by age group! 

Babies and Toddlers 

The toys and play furniture from Virginia’s Blueberry and Third will be a more than welcome surprise for any small kids in your life. Founded by a husband-and-wife duo, all these toys fit in with the Montessori philosophy of child development. That means there’s a lot of toys that let the kids figure things out on their own, like Blueberry and Third’s signature product, The Climbing Arch. There’s plenty of other play furniture to choose from as well, in addition to more classic toys like doll houses and activity boards. They’re also made from 100% U.S. sourced wood, so these are truly American gifts! 

Your toddler doesn’t need a booster seat; they need a chair that fits their tiny frame for arts, crafts and general playtime. Chicago’s Hoohobbers makes a perfect little director’s chair, foldable and lightweight, to go along with kid-sized rocking chairs, tables, sleeping bags and toy boxes, in a variety of colorful fabrics and customizable with names and monograms. 

If you are gifting for little ones this holiday season, you have to check out the simply adorable clothes from Brooklyn’s Winter Water Factory. Sourced from 100% organic cotton and Made in the USA each step of the way, these clothes are both cute and sustainable! There’s also a limited amount of clothes for adults, too. 

Elementary Age Children 

Anyone with a kid knows that the best gift you can give them (for the sake of the child and parent) is one that keeps them occupied, and this putty will do it! Crazy Aarons brings creativity to life with their famous Thinking Putty, made right in Pennsylvania. From shimmering holiday colors to glow-in-the-dark and scented varieties, each tin is a playful mix of science and imagination. It’s fun for kids and adults alike, proudly made in the USA, and the perfect stocking stuffer to spark smiles, curiosity and a little holiday magic. 

Give the gift of flight with Guillow’s classic wood model airplanes – proudly made in Massachusetts for nearly a century. These timeless kits turn crafting into adventure, combining creativity, engineering and a little bit of childhood wonder. Perfect for kids, hobbyists, or anyone who loves hands-on fun, Guillow’s model planes inspire imagination and make holiday memories that truly take off. 

If you want a gift that’s sure to inspire some awwws, then you really can’t do better than South Carolina’s Big Plush. Three words: Giant stuffed animals. You’ll find not only typical options like giant teddy bears but also more unique finds like a giant snake and giant buffalo. Be sure to stick to the extensive Made in USA section on Big Plush’s website; all of those options are made in Little River from domestically sourced fabrics. 

RAXA 3D in Albuquerque, N.M., offers inexpensive 3D printed toys for children. The animal-shaped figures range in cost from $5 to $10 and make ideal stocking stuffers or box several up for a complete gift. Every model is designed to be played with, touched and displayed. Check out the hermit crab and raccoons, or get exotic with an axolotl. 

If you’re anything like me, winter makes it hard to get up. Why fight it? Embrace it with Mosaic Weighted Blankets. They’re made in Austin, Texas, by a talented team of seamstresses and come in a variety of styles and sizes, including this line made specifically for kids! 

For Kids of Any Age!

As seen on TV’s Shark Tank, kids bike manufacturer Guardian Bikes is very publicly committed to onshoring enough production to be a fully American-made brand. Right now it’s close; Guardian manufactures roughly 90% of its own bike parts in its southern Indiana facilities. The New York Times’ Wirecutter called its balance bike the best made of 2025.  

Plastic toys rule kids’ rooms, and, though they’re no-fuss, they’re not exactly easy on the eyes. Baldwin Toys has been handcrafting heirloom-quality wooden toys in Omaha, Neb., since 1976. Made from locally sourced hardwoods like walnut, cherry, maple and padauk, each toy is built without paints, stains, nails or screws and finished with food-grade mineral oil safe for little hands. Some favorites include classic cars, airplanes and a beautifully crafted chess set. 

Hand crafted at Duchess Creek Farms in Lake Eufaula, Okla., AnnaBears are adorable bear dolls that any young child will cherish. Billed as full-figured bears, Anna Bears are a work of art that will last for decades. Choose from a variety of styles or design your own. Each bear is $60.