The Best Gifts for Elementary School Grads

Celebrate your graduating grade schooler with a fun gift just for them!

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June 07, 2021

By: Amanda Mushro

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10 Awesome Gifts for Your Little Grad

Elementary school graduation is a milestone worth celebrating. Even though it feels like you just sent them to kindergarten, your big kid is ready to make the transition to middle school. However, before that happens, let’s celebrate with gifts that show your elementary grad how proud you are of their achievements. We’ve gathered some of our favorite picks for this age group — from the fun to the sentimental, and the one we know they will absolutely love. Here’s how you can make their big milestone even more special.

Straight Outta Fifth Grade Shirt

Goodbye, fifth grade — and hello, middle school! This fun shirt is the perfect accessory for any fifth grader who is leveling up and graduating.

BUY IT: Amazon, $15.49

Fujifilm Instant Camera

What a fun way to document their celebrations and special days with friends and teachers. This instant camera lets kids snap a pic and share it with friends, or decorate their space with polaroids. This is such a fun gift for kids who are used to the cameras on their phones. It comes in five colors and can even be personalized!

BUY IT: Amazon, $67.00

BlissLights Sky Lite

You already think your elementary graduate is a star — and with these awesome LED lights, they can sleep under their own galaxy. The Sky Lite projects a field of drifting green stars against a transforming blue nebula cloud, and can completely transform a room. It’s definitely a cool gift for your star student.

BUY IT: Amazon, $49.99

Backpack with USB Charging Port

It’s time for a serious backpack upgrade! This bag from Sharraddo comes with tons of pockets for storage for just about everything — including a laptop. One of the coolest features is the USB port, so no matter where your kiddo is, they can charge up their phone and other devices.

BUY IT: Amazon, $25.99

Candy Bouquet

Why give flowers when you can gift your little graduate something so much sweeter? This candy bouquet is so fun and yummy. It’s the perfect treat for your grade school grad!

BUY IT: Etsy, $13.50+

Summer Survival Kit

That’s a wrap on the school year, and now it’s time for some summer fun! Start summer off right with this fun survival kit. Your grad will love their own customized bucket filled with items like a personalized water bottle, brush, and even bubbles — because you’re never too old to have fun with bubbles.

BUY IT: Etsy, $24.95

Echo Dot

From playing music and streaming podcasts, to setting an alarm in the morning, the Echo Dot does it all — and it’s a great gift for your grad. They can use it to connect with friends and next school year, they can even ask Alexa for a little homework help! There’s also a kid-friendly version that allows you to set parental control and limits the Echo Dots access.

BUY IT: Amazon, $29.99

Hydro Flask Water Bottle

Help your future middle schooler stay cool and hydrated with a trendy water bottle. The Hydro Flask is a fan favorite of tweens and teens, and it will surely be a hit with your graduate.

BUY IT: Amazon, $49.95

Cookie Party in a Box

For one smart cookie! In celebration of your grad’s special day, surprise them with a cookie tin that looks and tastes so sweet. It comes with a variety of yummy treats — we’re just hoping your grad shares!

BUY IT: Cheryl's Cookies, $29.99

Harry Potter: The Illustrated Collection

Start that summer reading early with a fan favorite: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone — but this version is illustrated! Whether your grad is a fan of the books already or they’re reading this novel for the first time, the illustrated version is a fun way for them to explore Harry’s world.

BUY IT: Amazon, $23.88

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