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20+ Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas For Tweens (9 to 12-Year-Olds)

A collection of beautifully wrapped valentine's gifts

Looking for some fun and unique Valentine’s Day gifts for tweens? This list has some fun and interesting gift ideas for tweens that will have them laughing, designing, and getting encouraged to celebrate the holiday of love.

Tweens can be hard to buy for when it comes to gifts. They are at that age where they are doing their own thing; they no longer need your constant entertainment and their interests are starting to develop or change, along with a lot of other things!

Being a tween can be challenging and giving them some fun and encouraging gifts can help brighten their spirits. If you are on the hunt for a Valentine’s Day gift for your tween, we think they will love these ideas!

Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Tweens

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Empowering Gift Box

valentine care package for tween girls from etsy
Etsy: HappyLolliGifts

Your tween daughter will enjoy this cute and empowering care package. The beautifully wrapped gift package includes make up brushes, a jewelry box, sleeping mask and make up bag, each individually wrapped with motivational tasks attached to each.


Valentine’s Slime

JOYIN 30 PCS Valentines Day Galaxy Slime Hearts for Kids...

Are you thinking about class gifts or got multiple tweens you need ideas for?

Slime seems to have an unusual level of appeal with our tweens so try this multi-pack of love heart slime to appeal to your preteens this Valentine’s Day.


Personalized Name Light

butterfly personalised light from etsy
Etsy: YourNameLight

Add some fun to their room with this cool personalized name light. They will love showing it off to friends and using it as a nightlight, a gorgeous personalized gift for a tween.


Smiling Wisdom Necklace

Smiling Wisdom - Love Heart Braver Stronger Smarter Pooh Quote...

Remind your tween girl that they are brave and smart with this double-sided Valentine’s Day necklace. With a cute little presentation bag, it’s the perfect way to say I love you this Valentine’s.


Photo Clip String Lights

Mind-Glowing Photo Clip String Lights 40 LED & Remote, 16.4ft -...

Tweens love to personalize their room and make it look cool. One of the most popular ways for them to do so is by adding some festive lights.

Let your tween decorate their room with lights and pictures of friends and family with this string light set.


Initial Necklace

Turandoss Valentines Day Gifts - 14K Gold Filled Heart Initial A...

Show your tween how much you love them with a personalized heart necklace for Valentine’s Day. Coming in a beautiful presentation box, it’s a sweet and affordable way to show your little girl she’s loved.


Would You Rather? Valentines Edition

Valentines Day Gifts for kids: Would You Rathe?: Valentine's Day...

A bit of fun for all the family, this great edition of the classic game ‘World you Rather?’ has over 100 fun and quirky questions perfect for this holiday.


Gemstone Bracelet

Easter Basket Stuffers for Teens Adults Valentines Her...

These cute gemstone bracelets with an inspirational gift card would make a perfect Valentine’s Day gift for daughters, granddaughters or nieces.


I’m in My Valentine Era

Groovy In My Valentine Era Cute Valentines Day Girls Kids T-Shirt

Adding a touch of fun in your Valentine’s gifting, this funny shirt for both boys and girls, is on trend for 2025.


Cupid Barf

Cupid Barf Rainbow Lace Licorice Funny Unique Valentines Day Gag...

A sweet treat to engage your tween in the humorous side of the holiday. Valentines for tweens can still be made fun with gifts like these cleverly packaged rainbow licorice.


Personalized Doodle Notebook

Sophie's Doodles: Personalized Teal Doodle Notebook Journal (6 x...

If your tween loves to doodle, they will enjoy doodling away in this personalized notebook.

One cool thing about this notebook is that you can add their name and a customized personal message to the notebook.


Mario Gift Basket

mario valentines
Etsy: BespokeBasketGifts

Finding an age-appropriate boys pre-packaged boys gift basket is tough! Most are either two babyish and sutesy for growing lads, or packed with heathcare products they may not be ready for;

Cue this sute but simple Mario basket, itwill no doubt hit the right tone for your gamer boy while still passing on the right sentiment that you love tham and are thinking of them on Valentine’s Day.


Personalized Girl’s Gift Package

girls personalised gift pack for valentines
Etsy: BoxAllEvents

Perfect for older tween girls, this pre-packaged gift set is filled with fun activities and some tween favorite beauty items in a perfectly presented gift pack, idea for sending to a loved one on Valentine’s Day.


Valentines Day – Embosser & Cookie Cutters

valentines cookie cutter
Etsy: CubicCraftCreations

Is your a tween a baker and enjoys their time in the kitchen? Then these cookie cutters and embossers might be just what they need for creating their own homemade Valentine’s gifts.

With 10 options (buy individually or bundle them up) these PLA+ plastic cutters are the perfect practical Valentine’s gift for tweens.


Boys Valentine’s Bracelet

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It can be super hard to think of a sweet gift for your tween boy that won’t see him shrinking in embarrassment, but we think this masculine braided bracelet with an inspirational note will hit the right spot.


Valentine’s Day Snack Care Package

Valentine's Day Gift Care Package (50ct) Snacks Chocolates Candy...

Snacks and tweens go well together so giving them a care package of their favorite chocolates and candies could make the perfect gift.

They will love the variety of snacks included in this care package, perfectly boxed up so the ideal gift for mailing to a loved one far away.


Valentine’s Gift Cardholder

wooden valentine gift card holders on etsy
Etsy: ByHisSavingGrace

When we’re running short on ideas for our tweens, or simply don’t want to make the mistake of gifting something they don’t love, a gift card can be a safe bet!

But let’s make it special with these beautiful gift card holders made with plywood they make a wonderful tween Valentine’s gift.


Keep Calm Tweenage Shirt

Keep calm official Tweenager tween birthday for girls T-Shirt

New to the pre-teen years? Let’s make it official with a lightweight shirt that your tween can wear, you can find designs and colors for both tween girls and boys.


Growth Mindset Journal

Growth Mindset Journal for Teen and Tween Boys: Hey Dude, You've...

This journal can help your tween boy confidence and self-esteem as they uncover how awesome they are through journaling.

This growth mindset journal makes the perfect tween boy gift as they discover who they are and what they care about.


Girl Gear Gift Basket

Galentines Gift Craft Painting Kit on etsy
Etsy: SweetLoveAdornments

If you have a crafty tween then this sweet little painting craft kit could be the ideal Valentine’s Day gift for your tween. Not only will it keep them occupied creating something beautiful they can use it to decorate and personalize their bedroom. too.


Juicy Couture Bracelet Making Set

Make it Real - Juicy Couture Pink and Precious Bracelets - DIY...

Love hearts galore for the fashionista tween in the family, this crafty jewelry kit will have her making her own signature bracelets, perfect for gifting on Valentine’s Day.


V is for Video Games Shirt

V Is For Video Games Funny Valentines Day Gamer Boy Men Gift...

Perfect for the tween who loves to play video games, this shirt has been altered to say V is for video games – an awesome gift for your gamer girl!


Don’t forget class essentials for your Tweens

If your tween wants to share their love with all their class mates this Valentine’s Day, they’ll need some fun and tween-appropriate gifting cards that show they care without the embarrassment!

Hallmark Minecraft Valentines Day Cards and Stickers for Kids...
Peaceable Kingdom Valentines Cards for Kids Classroom, Set of 28...
Peaceable Kingdom Valentines Cards for Kids Classroom, Set of 28...

Still looking for a little more lovin’ this Valentine’s Day? Don’t forget to pop over and check out our Valentine’s Day Craft Collection, perfect for tweens who love to make their own homemade gifts and decorations.

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