Best toys for 12-year-old girls in 2026

The hardest age to buy for. We did the homework.

Twelve is where gift-givers panic and default to cash. Hold that thought — there's still a window for games the family actually plays, kits that produce something shelf-worthy, and gear for whatever they're suddenly serious about. Every pick below tested well with girls this age — though honestly, most great toys don't care.

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1. Dan&Darci Paint & Plant Flower Growing Kit for Kids

Dan&Darci Paint & Plant Flower Growing Kit for Kids - Easter Gift Ideas Age 5 6 7 8-12 Year Old Girl - Birthday Crafts Gifts for Girls & Boys, Fun Gardening Kits, Art Projects for Ages 5-12 Years

7.99★ 4.6Ages 8–12View on Amazon →

2. YOYTOO Capybara Diary for Girls with Lock

YOYTOO Capybara Diary for Girls with Lock, Plush Capybara Toys Gift for Teen Girls, Kids Writing Journal Notebook, Birthday Gifts for Little Girls Ages 5 6 7 8 9 10-12 Year Old

3.99★ 4.7Ages 10–12View on Amazon →

3. YLL Karaoke Machine for Kids

YLL Karaoke Machine for Kids, Portable Mini Speaker with 2 Wireless Microphones, TOP Kids Gifts for Girls Ages 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10+ Years Old, 4-12th Birthday Singing Present Toy Party (Purple)

★ 4.7Ages 10–14View on Amazon →

4. Hasbro Gaming Scrabble Board Game

Hasbro Gaming Scrabble Board Game, Classic Word Games for Kids Ages 8 and Up, Fun Family Game for 2-4 Players, The Classic Crossword Game