The coolest gifts for the kids in your life: cousins, nieces, nephews, and more!

Sometimes, the hardest people in our lives to shop for are the people out of our own generation. This can be especially difficult when little kids are involved. What do you buy someone decades younger than ourselves? This nifty gift guide has the answers to that problem. Check out the list and gallery below for the best ideas.

1. This remote controlled helicopter is perfect for the young adventurer in your life! You may want to approve this gift through their parents first though.
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2. Minecraft is the latest rage with children of almost every age, and it's not hard to see why. The video game even has it's own set of themed toys, like this awesome LEGO set. Trust us, you'll be thanked for this gift.
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3. "Frozen" frenzy has surely taken over, and this doll is no exception!
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4. This kid-friendly tech toy is a great alternative to an iPad, and it's less expensive too!
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5. Elf on the shelf has taken homes across the country by storm. This edition comes with the bestselling book and the North Pole elf.
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6. This made-for-kids sewing machine is perfect for creative and crafty youngsters.
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7. This book is not only a best-seller, but also a great addition to any kid's stocking! They'll be laughing the whole time they read along.
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8. What had we all wished we had learned at an earlier age? How to cook of course! Start your little friend off early with this awesome Cook n Grow kitchen.
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9. Imaginative and artistic children will be all over this gift! Also, the retro wooden stamps make for a unique flair.
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10. Keep kids active in a fun way! This scooter comes in both pink and blue.
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11. Calling all future engineers! Goldie Blox and the builder's survival kit has everything one needs for a fun and engaging kids project.
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12. Kids of all ages and disciplines will go crazy for the create-your-own comic book. Not only will they be laughing, but they'll be creating the laughs too!
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