Last Minute Nature Gifts for Kids

Here is a list of last minute nature gifts for kids! From board games to nature crafts to home decor, I included a little bit of everything.

I hear you…It’s a couple weeks before Christmas and you’ve been meaning to buy that special gift for a while now. I’m here to help! Wether you are looking for a special holiday or birthday gift, this list is for you. Check out these 15+ awesome nature-inspired gifts for kids!

I Saw It First

I Saw It First is a favorite board game in our home! Six triangular pieces turn into a stunning game board featuring 300 jungle animals. Pull an animal counter from the bag and be the first to spot that animal! My boys love this game and will often keep it set up for days at a time and stop in to play it when they have a chance! *Just an FYI, this is not Amazon Prime, so you might want to skip it if you are super last minute!*

Moon in My Room

Moon in My Room was such a hit with my boys that they both have one! This is a authentically detailed 3D moon that illuminates the 12 main moon cycles. This is a must have for any moon-loving kid!

Rainbow in My Room

Rainbow in My Room is another beautiful gift that is sure to stir up a few oohhhhs and ahhhhs. This awesome gift projects rainbows across the walls and ceiling in your nature-loving kid’s bedroom!

Tree Stump Pillow

These pillows are perfect to sit on and read a book! You can stack them high or get one for a cute accent pillow.

Axicon Rainbow Suncatcher

This rainbow sun catcher makes a great gift for a kid or adult! I love these so much! Just hang one on a sunny window and this rainbow sun catcher will transform the sunlight into an explosion of multiple hues. Seriously, tap on the link and check out the product photos!

Wildcraft

Wildcraft is a cooperative board game that teaches kids all about medicinal and edible plants. This game is super educational and perfect for budding naturalists!

Light-Up Terrarium

This light-up terrarium is a lot of fun! We got this last Christmas and the boys had a lot of fun setting it up and watching the plants grow. This glows in the dark, so it makes the perfect nature nightlight!

Crystal Growing Lab

This crystal growing lab is another favorite from last Christmas. My boys loved watching these beautiful crystals grow! They grow in eight vibrant colors and come with a lighted display!

Break Open Geodes

This was an instant hit with my boys and nephew! This is definitely one of my favorite nature gifts for kids. They all opened this gift together and were so excited to start cracking open their geodes together. The geodes were all very unique and the boys liked using the guide to identify the geodes!

Flower Press and Craft Kit

This is a classic gift that every child should have! This gift comes with a 4 inch flower press and crafting supplies to help spark some creativity with those beautiful pressed flowers.

Sun Print Paper

Sun art paper is the COOLEST gift you can buy! Just place natural materials on this sun-sensitive paper and set it outside. Within minutes, the sun will turn the paper into a beautiful shade of blue, leaving images of your nature finds on the paper! This looks so beautiful framed!

Nature Journal for Kids

This nature journal is full of activity prompts and journaling ideas, making it a must-have for young outdoor enthusiasts!

Young Naturalist Kit

Every kid needs an adventure bag with the essentials! This young naturalist kit comes with everything you need to get outdoors and start exploring.

Educational Talking Microscope

My boys got this microscope for Christmas last year and love it! This microscope comes with beautiful slides and fun facts and questions related to each slide. My boys have pulled this out multiple times throughout the year and play with it for days at a time!

Sticks and Stones

Sticks and Stones is full of nature activity inspiration! From simple nature STEM ideas to more complex engineering activities, this book has just what you need if you are looking for a quick activity or one that will keep your kids busy for hours!

Butterfly and Bird Identification Blanket

I absolutely love these learning blankets! This company has multiple blankets that are so adorable and useful. Check out the different styles at Birdy Boutique.