Gen Z followed millennials with a year range between 1997 to 2012. It’s an ambitious, practical generation, full of laughs, fun, and tech-savviness that other generations never had. Gen Z covers a wide age range, so finding gifts for Gen Z loved ones can be a challenge. Or it would be challenging if you didn’t have an awesome gifts list, which now you do. Our Gen Z gifts list is as clever, funny, and interesting as the Gen Z crowds themselves. These are all fun, sometimes useful and practical, sometimes adorable gifts that the Gen Z in your life is sure to love
Sustainable pick
Pack of Eco-Friendly Pens
What makes pens eco-friendly? Their composition! These are made from recycled materials, saving thousands of sea turtles from the dangers of ocean plastics. And they write really smoothly and effortlessly.
Beach Breakfast/Sandwich Maker
Breakfast sandwiches anywhere? Yes, please. It’s a gadget that toasts the bread, grills the meats, melts the cheese, and cooks the eggs. Delicious, super simple, and all-in-one for brekkie yum!
Journal with a Lock
It’s important to encourage teens, and really anyone, to express their thoughts and emotions. Some find solace in writing down their feelings, so this journal would be ideal for emotive expressions. It includes a combination lock for the utmost privacy.
Cinema Light Box LED
The lightbox can be whatever your Gen Z sweetie wants it to be. Place the letters and glow with motivation, inspiration, silliness, expression, or reminders. Includes 100 symbols for personalization!
Temporary Tattoo Markers
Draw your own tattoos with markers that are 1) temporary and 2) painless. No pinpricks or ouches here – only artwork, coolness, and loads of fun. Includes 8 vibrant, bold colors!
Crave Box Snacks
Crave Boxes are the BEST because snacks galore. Sizes vary, but the 45-count features an assortment of yummy snacks, both sweet and savory. It’s like a sampler of everything delicious!
Tripod Stand for Phone
Gen Z is the selfie generation and they’ve taken pictures to the next level with take-anywhere tripods for smartphones. It’s lightweight, extendable, and utilizes a Bluetooth remote for solo photoshoots
Bluetooth Speakers with Lights
It’s like a disco wherever they go with Bluetooth speakers that pump out the tunes while lights change to the music’s rhythm. It’s a sweet chance to be a DJ!
Bounce Battle Game
This game is a wooden board battle with bouncy balls. Fling them across a surface to play a dozen different games, like four square or tic-tac-toe. It’s a fun game to pass the time with!
Spooky Hidden History Book
Search for spiders, ghosts, creepy ghouls, and all kinds of scary things inside this mystery book. It’s a spooky look-and-find where objects are hidden in each haunted picture. It may seem easy, but it’s a challenge to last for hours!
Create your Own Photo Flashlight
This handy projector is handheld and adorable, perfect for the projection of your favorite photographs onto any surface you have. Want to show a cute selfie? Project it on the nearest wall. Want to show off your family’s beach vacation pics? Check out how it looks on a nearby countertop!
Small Portable Charger
If you interview a teen about their tech, there are always gadgets they would “simply die” without. But this miniature portable charger saves Gen Z from impending doom. Take it anywhere, charge those important devices, then stow it away in a pocket.
Sustainable pick
A5 Memo Bottler
Have you ever heard of a memo bottle? It fits where other water bottles won’t go. It’s lightweight, flat, and crafted from sustainable materials to be eco-friendly and better for the environment.
Portable Table Tennis Set
Table tennis is timeless, and every generation can appreciate its simple fun! Take it anywhere, play it during times of boredom, and best your friends because you know they’ll be jelly.
Cordless Ear Buds
Skullcandy is one of the leading brands in earbuds and headphones, so you know these cordless earbuds are a must-have. They are wireless with perfect Bluetooth connectivity. Your Gen Z teen can take their tunes with them anywhere, sans cords.
3D Printing Pen
3D printers are all the rage, and why not? They are so cool! Your kiddo can literally draw and “print” their imaginations in midair. It’s a new, creative way to be expressive, innovative, and inventive.
Squishy Gummy Bear Lights
Adorable and squishy? Get it! If your kiddo is all about cuteness and things to squish, these gummy bear lights are a go-to for their nightstand. Squash, squish, and squoosh – then watch the lights to drift off to sleep
Sustainable pick
Compostable iPhone Case
Is eco-friendliness your Gen Z kid’s forte? The compostable iPhone case is biodegradable, so it deteriorates naturally after your kiddo is finished with it. No worries about waste or toxins!
Karaoke Microphone Speaker
If your Gen Z teen is constantly belting out the best of their playlists, gift them a karaoke microphone for moments when they just have to sing. It’s the perfect addition to any party. They can croon their hearts out to sweet beats!
Gizmo Pogo Stick
Pogo sticks are making a big comeback, and the Gen Z crowd LOVES them! Called a Gizmo, these sticks are rated for between 80 to 160 pounds, so even some adults can pogo, go, and go around the neighborhood. Our advice? Wear a helmet and knee pads!
No-Tie Lacing System
Tying your shoes is SO three decades ago. This lacing system is bungee based, so your kiddo can tighten their laces without tying knots. It’s a simple way to keep their kicks on without having to pick double knots out of laces later.
Pixel Art Game with Bluetooth Speaker
Pixel art is pretty cool and kinda old-school. It’s like a small computer, hooked to a Bluetooth speaker. Their creations can dance and move to the beats of their music, like a fun little friend that doubles as an alarm clock.
Sustainable pick
Headphone & Controller Set
Customizable and practical – this is a wooden, eco-friendly stand for their controller and headset. Perfect for the gamer that gives a hoot about the environment. Call them a nerd (affectionately), or have it engraved with your teen’s name.
Water Activities
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If there’s one thing we know about Gen Z, it’s that they love the water and adventure. Gift your teen with an unforgettable experience, like a kayak ride through the bioluminescent bays in California. Or a fun ride on a jet ski alongside the New Jersey coastline. Choose from hundreds!
Homestar Planetarium
Who doesn’t love stargazing from the comforts of their bed? This planetarium is a cool gadget that projects stars, moons, and planets all over the walls and ceilings in different colors. It’s like being an astronaut – only less terrifying
Facebook Portal Plus for Video Calling
Powered by Alexa, the Facebook Portal Plus is a superior video calling system that your teen can use to keep in touch with friends, family, and a crush or two. It’s an instant connection!
Sustainable pick
Contemporary Cork Backpack
Contemporary in this sense means modern. And modern here means functional and eco-friendly, which are exactly what this backpack is. Made from cork, it’s called a commuter backpack because the pockets, hidden compartments, and spacious interior mean it’s a go-anywhere, tote-everything must-have.
Instructional Yoga Mat with Poses
Sometimes yoga is better in theory than practice, but that’s often only because no one has any idea where to start. This yoga mat comes with instructional poses, so your kiddo can get the basics and then build onto those with their own ideas. Helpful in strengthening muscles and welcoming peace!
Game of Phones
Smartphones have become our best friends and most faithful companions in the tech world, so why not have them help with a friendly scavenger hunt? Gather real-world friends, read some clues, and figure out the mysteries of the Game of Phones
Gen Z Candle
The Gen Z candle is a silly, quirky, kinda true play on what this generation would smell like. Soft boys and TikTok? Maybe, but we can guarantee any teen with a sense of humor would get a giggle out of this candle.
Arbor Collective Longboard
Made from bamboo for strength and durability, this longboard is a water lover’s go-to for sunshine and surf. It promotes fitness through fun on the lake or in the ocean!
ByronStatics Vinyl Record Player
Vinyl records have made a booming comeback, which means vinyl record players have come back too. This one is a modern play on a turntable and speakers, perfect for going retro on the vinyl records of yesteryear.
Japanese Matcha Tea Set
Matcha has gained momentum in recent years for its delicious flavor and excellent health benefits. This tea set creates an authentic Japanese tea experience, complete with a dainty pour for smooth, flavorful teas.
Recycled Bamboo Bento Box
The Bento Box is comparable to adult Lunchables. Teens can pack their own foods in serving-size portions, then have a variety of delicious snacks for lunchtime. The best part? Most Bento Boxes are stackable, portable, and you can take them anywhere
DIY Mochi Ice Cream Kit
Mochi ice cream isn’t a new treat, but it’s become more popular in the last two years, especially among the younger crowds. It’s a Japanese sweet with an ice cream interior, wrapped in Mochi dough (rice flour). It’s sticky, yummy, and this kit teaches you how to make it.
