Want a gift that will keep on giving? Not sure what to get the kid (or teen) that has everything? Read our list of subscription boxes for every kid on your list and find the box that will make them wear a smile year-round. Subscription boxes will keep the holiday spirit going long after the season is over. These popular boxes make gift-giving a breeze since they are perfectly curated to fit any kid on your list. There’s an option for everyone’s personality, making it easy to choose a subscription box that suits their interests.
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Owl Post Books
The Cost: $14.99-$32.99 per month, depending on the size and length of the subscription
Coupon: Use code IMAGINATION to save 10%
Suggested Age Range: Options to choose from for age ranges 0-14
What’s inside: “Owl Post Books was created to provide amazing quality books in a convenient and fun way that is affordable for everyone. This is not your normal book subscription. Boxes are carefully curated by an educator that has been teaching for 15 years!
Imagination Box subscribers will receive 3 brand new books, a seasonal craft, and an interactive box every month.
Imagination Mini subscribers will receive one brand new book and a seasonal craft sent in a colorful mailer each month.
Our YA Creative Writer’s subscription comes with a new, hardcover YA novel and writing tools that would inspire any modern writer.”
Ships To: US
Kiwi Crate
The Cost: $19.95 per month, less with a longer subscription
Coupon: Use code SHARE30 and save 30% off your first month. Or use code HOLIDAY50 to save 50% off your first crate (valid through 12/31/2020).
Suggested Age Range: Options to choose from for age ranges 0-16
What’s inside: “A great subscription box for kids of all ages that love arts, crafts, and science. Inside each box, you’ll get high-quality materials and kid-friendly instructions where your child can learn how to build something great while learning the science behind it. Our goal is to inspire kids to see themselves as scientists, artists, creators, and makers.”
Ships To: US (free)
Check out our reviews to learn more.
Strong Self(ie)
The Cost: $56/season, less with a longer subscription
Coupon: Use code BOX10 to save $10 on your first box
Suggested Age Range: Options to choose from for age ranges 8-17
What’s inside: “The struggle is real…so #strugglestrong It’s not easy being a girl today. Your every move is under a microscope and forever documented on social media. Expectations in school and extracurricular activities are higher than ever. Friendships are not always easy. We get it, #thestruggleisreal so with each subscription box we inspire you to #strugglestrong and use the four corners of self(ie) strength to guide you to becoming your confident, strong self(ie).
It takes four corners of an image to develop before it becomes a fully formed picture. We believe that in order for girls to grow up into strong confident women, they need to continually develop these [four corners of self(ie) strength]: smart(ie), funn(ie), health(ie), and beaut(ie).”
Ships To: US, Mexico, & Canada
Check out our review to learn more.
Dispatch Kids
The Cost: Complete 3 box set for $65
Coupon: Use code DKIDS15 for 15% off
Suggested Age Range: 3-5 years old
What’s inside: Developed by the makers of Breakout Games, Dispatch Kids challenges children to learn their way, designing their own adventure through hands-on problem-solving in a fun, engaging, storyline-based game. Dispatch Kids is the only comprehensive, skills-based game developed along with the popular Escape Game model that aligns with core standards for Kindergarten readiness and early primary grades.
Ships To: US (free)
Good To Know: Dispatch also offers a box option for adults, see our past review here.
Check out our reviews to learn more.
Green Kid Crafts
The Cost: $23.95 per month, less with longer subscription length
Coupon: Use code SCREENFREE to save $5
Suggested Age Range: 2-10 years old
What’s inside: “Founded by a Scientist-mom, each box is thoughtful and has 4-6 STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) Activities and a 12-page magazine! Each box a new theme designed to explore their environment, inspire a love of nature, and get away from screens! A great mix of science experiments and art projects – with everything you need to complete up to 6 activities in every box.”
Ships To: Worldwide
Sproutly Kid Box
The Cost: $24.99 per month
Coupon: Use code THANKYOU10 and save 10%
Suggested Age Range: 3-8 years old
What’s inside: “Sproutly is a gardening based, kid-friendly subscription box designed for ages 3 and older. Younger kids will enjoy helping their siblings with their new plant, recipe, and craft every month! Once your plant is mature, you can harvest the plant and make the coordinating recipe! Crafts go with the current season and focus on getting outside. New recipe every month. New craft every month. New plant every month for your child to grow.”
Ships To: US (free)
Hot Wheels HotBox
The Cost: $14.95 per month, less with a longer subscription
Suggested Age Range: 4+ years old
What’s inside: “Get new Hot Wheels cars and track pieces in each box. Included: 3 new Hot Wheels Cars, 3 track pieces, Hot Wheels stickers, 2x Hot Wheels pencils, and 15 ft of PlayTape track.”
Ships: Worldwide
Fun In The Box
The Cost: $35 USD (49.99 CAD)/Season, less with longer subscription
Coupon: Use code FUN10 for 10% off
Suggested Age Range: 0-12 years old
What’s inside: “Fun In The Box is a quarterly subscription box for kids aged zero to twelve, delivered to your child every three months. The boxes are themed Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall and you select your child’s box by age range and gender. Each box contains items carefully handpicked and crafted by our team of fun moms including a toy that promotes quality time between you and your child, products sourced with quality materials by credible partners, and elements of fun, silliness, and joy!”
Ships To: Canada & USA
Check out our review to learn more.
Minifigs Monthly
The Cost: $19.99 per month
Coupon: Use code CYBER18 to save $4
Suggested Age Range: 6+ years old
What’s inside: “Minifigs Monthly is a subscription pack that delivers Authentic LEGO Brand minfigures to those who are LEGO enthusiasts, fanatics, collectors and is a great gift item that keeps on giving every single month. No extra fluff, just great Minifigs you want!”
Ships To: US ($5), Worldwide, see website for pricing
Good To Know: Three options to choose from (Star Wars, Play Pack, Theme Pack)
Unicorn Dream Box
The Cost: $38.00-$59.95, depending on the size and length of the subscription
Suggested Age Range: 5-9 years old
What’s inside: “Unicorn Dream Box is a surprise box full of magic and pixie dust!
- Items include a unicorn plush or squishy, unicorn school supplies, unicorn bag, unicorn accessories, storybooks, and more!
- All boxes are fully designed inside featuring a different theme every month! From Back to School in Unicornland to Unicorn Pajama Party!
- Boxes also include a themed Unicorn Educational Flash Card and EXCLUSIVE stickers!
- Unicorn Dream Box: 6-9 items (up to $80 value) | Deluxe 10-15 items (up to $120 value)”
Ships To: US
Mario’s Mystery Block
The Cost: $24.95 per month, less with a longer subscription
Suggested Age Range: 6+ years old
What’s inside: “Mario’s Mystery Block is a celebration of ALL things Nintendo! We deliver a mystery box full of high-quality fun loot valuing over $35 at retail every month. Mystery items may include toys, novelty items, candy, t-shirts, & more straight from the world of Nintendo. Perhaps your favorite character, game, or console will be next month’s theme. New theme every month based on Nintendo characters, consoles, franchises, and more! 3 to 6 mystery products per block!”
Ships To: Worldwide
Terra Create
The Cost: $34.00 per month, less with a longer subscription
Suggested Age Range: 10+ years old
What’s inside: “A monthly craft box for tweens, teens & adults who want to make gifts & keepsake projects while learning new crafting skills. Kits feature artisan quality tools with an emphasis on natural materials, earth awareness, and cultural themes. Clear instructions with real photos simplify steps for beginners while encouraging creativity and adaptations.
- Convenient kits take the planning, shopping, and prep-work out of crafting, leaving only the fun
- Includes natural and recycled materials, with limited plastics
- Low cost 2-person upgrade so you can craft with a friend or family member
- Includes short lesson about the cultural history of the art form, materials used, etc. Inspire curiosity and integrate into your homeschool curriculum.
- Full color step by step instructions with examples and ideas for variations.”
Ships: US
My Paper Box
The Cost: $28 per month, less with a longer subscription, Mini Pack $13.00 per month
Coupon: Use code 5OFFMYBOX to save $5 on the Grand Box
Suggested Age Range: 12+ years old
What’s inside: “Make your notes a little more special with Personalized Stationery! One of a kind Stationery Subscription that puts YOU at the center of everything we do. Every box includes freshly designed, themed stationery products inscribed with your name. My Paper Box makes an excellent gift for stationery lovers. All guaranteed to bring a smile to your face.
- All paper products are made from Recycled paper.
- Both subscriptions include subscriber-only designs by My Paper Box.
- High-Quality Paper & New Designs each Month. Makes a great gift.”
Ships To: Worldwide
Fearless Nail Art
The Cost: $12.99 per month
Coupon: Use code PERM10 to get 10% off the price of your subscription, every month!
Suggested Age Range: 12+ years old
What’s inside: “Each box includes one Born Pretty stamping plate plus 4 or 5 items such as decals, stickers, stencils, foils, wraps, stencils, charms, rhinestones, brushes, dotting tools, and more. Your first box will include a stamper/scraper and stamping polish kit .”
Ships: Worldwide
Bath Bevy
The Cost: $38.95 per month, less with a longer subscription
Coupon: Use code WELCOME10 to save $4 off your first box
Suggested Age Range: 12+ years old
What’s inside: “Bath Bevy is the subscription box for the bath and body lover. Check out our NEW Tubless option! We deliver a carefully curated selection of handmade bath and body products from indie bath and body brands around a theme to your door every month.
- Features handmade bath and body items from small indie bath and body companies
- Items include: bath bombs, bubble bars, bath salts, body scrubs, handmade soaps and more!
- Beautifully and thoughtfully curated around a different theme every month – makes the perfect gift!
- 5-8 items per box”
Ships To: U.S.
Check out our review to learn more.