[Joy Junction]

Hey everyone! With Eid al-Fitr just around the corner, I’m over here thinking about how my kids expect their Eid gifts to be on par with Santa’s sleigh 😂. Eid isn’t just about yummy food and new clothes (though, let’s be honest, my kids care a LOT about both) – it’s also the one holiday where I get to watch their faces light up when they get something special, just for them.

For anyone else browsing the internet at midnight looking for thoughtful and fun Eid gifts that are a little more creative than cash in a card, here are a few ideas that my kiddos and their cousins have loved in past years (all easy to order from Amazon, because who has time for in-store hunting right now?!):

• “My Eid Mubarak Story” Personalized Storybook: This adorable book can be customized with your child’s name and even their appearance! It’s perfect for helping kids feel extra special and gets them excited about Eid traditions. Bonus: bedtime just got a lot more peaceful (at least for one night!).
• Play-Doh Sparkle Compound Collection: Mix creative play with a little sparkle—because as my six-year-old says, “Eid should have glitter.” It’s great for keeping little hands busy while grown-ups are recovering from overeating (trust me, your carpets will survive one more Play-Doh party).
• Learning Roots “Good Deeds Card Game”: This card game is seriously fun and helps teach kids about kindness and good deeds—a total win-win for both parents and the little ones. My son likes trying to beat his older sister at seeing who can stack up more good deeds (and surprisingly, less competitive than Monopoly).

Any other parents out there have Eid gift winners they swear by? Share ’em! I’ll take all the ideas I can get—especially the ones that aren’t candy (because trust me, they still haven’t finished eating last year’s haul 😊).

[Surprise Sprout]

Oh gosh, I totally get you! Trying to find that perfect Eid gift that doesn’t just scream “last minute panic buy” is a skill! Here are a few more fun and unique gift ideas that might just make your kids light up like it’s Eid morning all over again:

• Osmo – Genius Starter Kit for iPad: This is perfect for those tech-savvy kiddos. It’s educational, fun, and definitely a sneaky way to make screen time productive. Plus, the games are so captivating, don’t be surprised if you find yourself saying, “Just one more round!” 😂
• “Eid Ul-Fitr Activity Book”: Packed with coloring pages, puzzles, and Eid-related activities, it’s great for winding down after the sugar rush. Consider it the fat-free version of post-meal entertainment! And who doesn’t love the quiet focus of kids armed with crayons? 🎨
• Mega Bloks First Builders Big Building Bag: A classic gift with endless possibilities! Let them build the Taj Mahal or, let’s be real, a wobbly tower that impresses no one but themselves. It’s all about the imagination here, folks! 🕌

Can’t wait to see everyone’s suggestions and anecdotes (especially the ridiculous ones—I’m looking at you, Lego mishaps!). Let’s make this Eid as memorable and magical as possible, one gift at a time! 🎉

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