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Nurture a love of nature from an early age with our specially selected range of gifts for children's birthdays, Christmas and more. From tots to teens, messy to mindful, indoors or out, our present ideas offer something for all the kids on your list.
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A fantastic gift idea for any age and a great stocking filler, our ID guides are a must-have for outdoor kids and those who love animals. Lightweight and pocket-sized, these educational swatch books are packed with stunning photography alongside fascinating facts and spotting tips to accompany woodland walks.
Identify 30 wildlife species with each guide, from leaves, flowers and fungi to minibeasts, birds and butterflies. Our multibuy offer makes them an affordable gift too, with two or more for just £5.49 each. The poos and clues edition is sure to be a hit with youngsters!
Buy ID guides for £6.49 each, or buy two or more for £5.49 each
Ignite curiosity and help children discover the wonders of nature with this inspiring activity collection. Thoughtfully chosen books make great Christmas presents for kids and this one is packed with colourful illustrations, fascinating facts, educational experiments and adventures for all seasons. Look for shapes in leaves and clouds, make wildlife feeding stations, build dams, create secret nature signs and so much more to help them develop new skills and learn through play.
This 80-page paperback has a foreword by Springwatch's Megan McCubbin, and her fellow presenter Chris Packham says "If I could wave a wand, every child would wake up to find a copy of My Nature Trail under their pillow".
Help children become planet-saving superheroes! Gift an experience they'll never forget with this kit containing everything they need to plant a tree in their garden: a simple step-by-step planting guide, advice to help the tree thrive and their very own sapling. Choose from rowan, crab apple, oak, hazel or dog rose. There's no better way to help children connect with nature than planting their own tree!
Designed especially for youngsters, reuse the gift box to make a tree tag, measuring tool and badges. An activity booklet full of puzzles, crafts, facts and a planting certificate will keep them entertained on planting day and beyond.
Inspire a love of wildlife from an early age with a cuddly companion. The woodland animals are great tactile toys for infants, from the fluffy red squirrel tail to the hedgehog's soft velvety nose. All fur and filling is made from recycled plastics and the eyes are embroidered, making these plush soft toys suitable for babies and toddlers and eco-friendly too. Measuring 18-23cm, they're the perfect playmate to gift for birthdays and Christmas.
Delight young explorers with a comprehensive kit to set up their own outdoor camp. Packed in a robust green haversack, they’ll find a camouflage tarpaulin, green groundsheet, wooden mallet, 10m rope and a cotton bag with steel tent pegs. A tube of camouflage face paint is the perfect finishing touch for their adventure! Adult supervision required.
Transport youngsters to a world of wonder with a selection of lively, humorous tales that celebrate everyday miracles in a woodland. From the mystery of mushrooms to the flight of the starlings, each one is designed to inform and delight little nature lovers. A 96-page hardback with charming illustrations, perfect for bedtime stories.
Buy the storybook for £14.99 or check out our range of books
Introduce children to the fascinating world of insects with this practical explorer kit. The cotton ladybird print bag is ready to grab and go on a nature adventure, with everything they need to discover tiny critters up close: a magnifying glass, species cards, ID tool, notebook and pencil.
Little helpers will love these fun, bright green garden tools made specially for tiny hands. Encourage them to play outside and explore nature by sowing, planting, weeding and watering with their very own durable gardening equipment - all made from premium quality, sustainable materials.
The three-piece hand tool set includes a fully functioning trowel, rake and spade with metal heads. The strong handles are made from high-quality, FSC®-certified wood.
The lightweight watering can has top and side handles for easy carrying, Made from zinc-plated galvanised steel and holding 1.5 litres of water, it's perfectly sized for youngsters to get involved in gardening in a fun, easy way.
Buy the watering can for £12.99 and the gardening tools for £5.49
Spark their imagination with this 3D playset that brings to life the Deep Dark Wood and much-loved story of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s The Gruffalo. Little ones can pop out the 44 pieces and slot them together to build the vibrant forest scene, complete with Gruffalo and other well-loved characters.
Every playtime is different as they create their own stories and develop motor skills at the same time. The playset is plastic-free and made from sustainable Playboard with plant-based inks, so this durable toy can be used again and again.
A chance to witness nature at close quarters is a special gift for teenagers or the child who has everything! This bee hotel will fascinate them as they observe solitary bees making their homes in the nesting tubes and they can take extra pride in supporting biodiversity by building it themselves.
The eco-friendly flat-pack kit includes all you need to create a safe home for solitary bees. A fun and rewarding gift they’re sure to remember, the kit contains no plastic or glue and fits through letterboxes too.
*Please note prices were correct at publishing and may vary at time of purchase.
This blog was originally published on 28 October 2025 and was last updated on 6 October 2026 to include new information.
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