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I would like to get my younger sister something fun and helpful as she moves to “big school” — but won’t make me seem like the boring older sibling. I am 24 and my sister is 11. Help! — D.K.
From gifting expert Samantha Schoech:
I would have killed to have a big sister like you when I was entering middle school! You are going to make her feel cool, loved, and ready to conquer “big school.”
Shopping for tweens is fun, as they are, generally speaking, an enthusiastic bunch. If your little sis is the crafty type, she might love a friendship bracelet like this simple one (you could throw in these alphabet beads, too) or one of these modern paint-by-numbers kits. Has she entered the makeup and skin-care universe yet? If so, all the young girlies gravitate toward this perennially popular Korean lip mask, which comes in tween-friendly flavors, and this collection of beachy scents. These spa headbands for face-washing are all over TikTok (which usually means they’re all over middle school).
For readers, I love nothing more than a book subscription box that tailors each monthly pick to the member’s interests and preferences. A book journal could be a great add-on if she’s the journaling type. An instant camera that prints mini photos is a winner for the age when friends matter more than anything else. And, finally, because growing up is stressful, these squeeze balls are all the rage right now. Good luck to you both — I hope she thrives.
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