Sometimes, finding an original gift for a child can seem like a real puzzle. It is always nice to give a gift that combines fun, playfulness, education, and originality.
At Meanwhile Boutique, we love to please all generations. After the gift ideas for him, it is the little ones' turn.
If you are looking for gift ideas for babies or children, you are in the right place. Explore our selection of educational, clothing, and useful gift ideas.
Selection of 15 gift ideas for children
A selection of educational gifts
1/ 100% compostable roll-out object book
A fun gift idea for children that is both playful and entertaining. By unrolling a roll inside a box, this interactive book gives children the opportunity to discover the story in a more dynamic and captivating way. Scrollino offers a selection of unique and environmentally friendly gift ideas, as it is made from recyclable and biodegradable materials certified by FSC and PEFC, a perfect choice for environmentally conscious families.
This book is a gift idea for children aged 3 to 8, as they can have fun with different themes, such as learning the alphabet or seasonal activities like Christmas, while learning in a playful way, and it is available in French and English.
2/ Illustrated memory game for children - Les Supers
A great gift idea for children, it stimulates both concentration and visual recognition, while having fun discovering fun superhero characters. Lundi au soleil and Lucie, the creator of Balajeux, together created a gift idea for children: a memory game in wood, certified vegan and made in Europe.
This memory game consists of 15 pairs of superpower cards, with one empty pair with blank stickers so that children can imagine their own superpowers. A gift idea for children ideal from age 2.
Illustrated memory game for children - Les Supers - €34
3/ Recycled cardboard puzzle
An excellent eco-friendly gift idea for children. This puzzle is made from recycled materials, thus encouraging an eco-friendly approach from a young age. Made by the brand Ma Louss, which designs accessories, a sustainable and responsible fashion for the whole family. Through unisex and two-size products. The brand uses natural materials and recycled and recyclable packaging.
This recycled puzzle is made 100% in France. And available in two designs: leopard and butterfly. A gift idea suitable for both girls and boys.
Recycled cardboard puzzle - €32
4/ Activity kit
A gift to teach children how to wash their hands, a gift for children playful and sensory to raise awareness of hygiene, making learning fun and stimulating. The kit is a product of Ma vie pratique, a Montessori-type activity, it encourages good habits while being eco-friendly. This kit is made from noble, durable, and responsible materials and are reusable for life. This kit is a gift for children promoting autonomy in a playful way. This kit is available in 2 other models (setting the table and doing the dishes).
These activities reinforce positive habits from a young age, while stimulating curiosity and imagination.
Hand washing activity kit for children - €79
A selection of clothing gifts
5/ Augustin children's fanny pack
An excellent gift idea for children, combining practicality and style it allows children to easily carry their belongings while staying fashionable. While promoting their autonomy by encouraging them to manage their own belongings. This children's fanny pack is made by Hindbag, a brand eco-responsible that offers ethical bags and accessories in 100% organic cotton certified by GOTS. With the cotton, made in India by the textile branch of the SSMI NGO which supports the empowerment of women and the education of children, 40% of the sale price is donated to this cause.
Which makes it a gift idea for children, plus this bag is available in several colors and in an adult size so that you can match with your parents.
Augustin children's fanny pack - €32
6/ Children's sweater
A gift idea for children to keep them warm while adding a fun touch to their wardrobe. Offered by the brand Ma Louss, which designs accessories, clothing durable and responsible for the whole family. Through unisex and two-size products, with very simple cuts that adapt to all body types and natural and resistant materials. The brand uses natural materials and recycled and recyclable packaging.
This sweater is available in several sizes ranging from 0-6 months to 5-6 years and in several patterns for all children. A colorful garment for a gift.
7/ Vegan velcro sneakers for children
An excellent choice of gift ideas for children. They offer a trendy and practical design, with velcro straps that are easy for children to handle. Made by Zeta, a brand that offers a range of vegan sneakers and plant-based materials combining style and durability. It focuses on ethical fashion, thanks to the use of environmentally friendly materials while offering contemporary and attractive designs.
The vegan sneakers are available in plusieurs sizes from 21 to 34 and available in 4 colors, these unisex shoes allow you to add a touch of style while ensuring comfort and durability, ideal as gifts for children.
8/ Bag for children "whispering tigers" - Manoe
A nice choice of gift ideas for children, designed to accompany their everyday adventures. Imagined by MANOE, this small children's bag is part of a committed approach: artisanal craftsmanship, recycled materials and fair trade production. The brand values unique know-how, exclusively carried out by women, while defending a zero-waste and vegan approach. Each piece is made in limited series, making this bag an accessory that is both responsible and unique.
9/ Hooded zipsweatshirt for children - Amazonia
Perfect for a gift idea for adventurous children. This sweatshirt offers your children a cozy and reliable companion for all their adventures. Offered by the brand Nomade Community. It offers insulation and maximum comfort ideal to protect children from the cold as a mid-layer. The brand holds certifications such as PETA, which guarantee the use of organic materials and recycled textiles. And available in several sizes and colors, ideal for a gift for children.
So this sweatshirt is available in 5 different colors for children from 3 to 14 years old, making it suitable for the different tastes of children.
Children's hooded zip sweatshirt - Amazonia - 59.95€
A selection of useful gifts
10/ Upcycled backpack for children
Will be your child's best ally. A gift idea to carry their little things. This handmade backpack is made from thick upcycled sheets and dyed with plant dyes. And designed by the brand Libellule Fabrique, which offers products in 100% fabric, zero waste and in organic coton handmade and made in France.
This backpack is a children's gift idea, available in blue and yellow and decorated with customizable patterns.
Upcycled backpack for children, €36
11/ Children's rain cape
Give your children maximum protection. With this children's gift idea offered by Temps des Grenouilles with safe products. Including this children's rain cape made of 100% recycled polyester. With its innovative design, it will allow you to protect your children from the elements thanks to the straps that hold the cape in place, while helping to reduce textile waste. Choosing it means opting for an ethical accessory that promotes sustainable consumption / fashion.
This cape is available in several colors, ranging from ages 3 to 14.
12/ UV protection swimsuit
A garment designed to provide optimal protection for children against UV rays. Protect your children in style and comfort with Loumio, which makes swimwear 100% from recycled materials, which are certified OEKO-TEX Standard 100 and Global Recycled Standard (GRS) offering maximum protection and blocking 98% of UV rays.
This UV protection swimsuit is ideal as a gift for children for outdoor activities, allowing young people to have fun while staying protected. It is available in girls' and boys' styles, ranging from ages 2 to 10.
13/ Moomie: ethical clothes… for the little ones too!
Moomie is a French clothing brand for babies and young children, founded in 2019 by Sophie Pauze. Drawing on her experience in the children's textile and leather goods sector, Sophie created a brand that is joyful, colorful, and responsible. Moomie promotes local, sustainable, and genderless fashion, offering clothes that are comfortable, simple, and designed to last.
The pieces are designed and conceived in France, then handmade by Elisabeth in a small workshop in Annonay, Ardèche. The brand carefully selects its raw materials, which mostly come from France, Germany, Denmark, and Turkey. Most of the fabrics are GOTS organic certified, ensuring fashion that is respectful of the environment and the skin of little ones. Moomie favors small batches to avoid overstocking and guarantees no plastic in its packaging, which has been replaced by reusable fabric pouches.
14/ Give your baby an adorable pair of pajamas
So their nights can be sweet dreams with their favorite animals. This ethical bodysuit made of organic cotton from the brand L'Atelier d'Anaë is designed in Portugal by expert tailors. Its practical feature includes a double zipper and roll-up socks to dress your baby easily. It also respects the sensitive skin of little ones thanks to its composition. It is an ideal gift for young parents who care about well-being and the environment.
Give comfort, practicality, and durability, a gift as cute as it is responsible for the little ones. Available in several sizes (from 3 to 24 months) and various styles.
15/ A refreshing cap
With its tangy lemon print on a navy blue background, this organic cotton cap adds a touch of freshness and lightness to your look. Designed by the brand Loumio Paris, it features a trendy and timeless style, perfect for year-round wear. Thanks to its pre-curved visor and comfortable fit, your child is protected from the sun while wearing a unique and committed accessory. Let yourself be tempted by this decidedly summery and eco-responsible cap!
Finding a gift idea for a child means giving them moments of joy and creativity. Whether you opt for educational toys, captivating books, or practical accessories, our selection of gift ideas for children will make everyone happy for every occasion. For more inspiration, explore Meanwhile Boutique's collection of eco-responsible gift ideas.
