You need to find Christmas presents for small children, and we are here to help. We know finding the perfect present for kids of different ages takes time and research – so here comes some well-timed gifting inspiration.

From the unique, to the trending, to the time-tested, we’ve rounded up an gifting edit bound to put smiles on faces come December 25.

Outdoorsy gifts

Get them off the electronics and out into the great outdoors with these 'get active' ideas.

• Burn some serious energy with a trampoline from Farmers
• Create a backyard fairy garden with supplies from Lotsa Goodies or 2 Cheap
• Get snapping with an underwater camera from Noel Leeming
• Nab a cubby house from Farmers
• Get the latest water play toys from Farmers
• Purchase a projector from Noel Leeming and create your own outdoor cinema experience

Image: Anker Nebula Capsule Portable Projector from Noel Lemming

Educational gifts

Give them the gift of learning with these fun and educational ideas.

• See the planets up close and stargaze with a telescope from Farmers
• Try the latest Escape Room Board Games from Whitcoulls
• Help them get to class on time with a Kids Smart Watch from Noel Leeming
• Get creative and make your own slime, bath bombs or lip balm with kits available at Whitcoulls

Explore their talents

Is your little one a musical superstar, MasterChef or artist in the making?
Help them discover their hidden talents.

• Gift them a musical instrument - we recommend guitar, drums, keyboard or Ukulele from Farmers
• Get creative with a jewellery making kit from Typo or Farmers
• Ready, steady, cook! Choose a kids' cookbook from Whitcoulls
• Do you have a future doctor or vet on your hands? Start their training early with a doctor kit, vet set or tool kitKmart and Farmers
• If you have a little performer in the family, gift them new ballet slippers or dancewear from Cotton On Kids

Image: Edmonds Beginner's Cookbook from Whitcoulls

Branded toys

If you’ve got a trendsetter on your hands that loves to rock the latest brands, we’ve rounded up 2020’s most popular picks as seen on TV, at the movies or online, and where to get them.

• Bluey – available from Farmers
• Marvel - available from Farmers
• Star Wars - available from Farmers
• Disney - available from Farmers and Whitcoulls
• Harry Potter - available from Farmers and Whitcoulls
• Trolls World Tour - available from Farmers
• Games: Minecraft, Animal Crossing, Call of Duty available from - EB Games

Image: Minecraft grass block alarm clock from EB Games

Image: Bluey Board Game from Farmers

Image: Disney Mickey & Minnie Mouse Charm Set from Pandora