Let's admit it: most of us have dreamt of visiting Diagon Alley once after reading the Harry Potter series. But finding the best Harry Potter gifts for kids can feel overwhelming. Whether you're shopping for a birthday, holiday, or just-because surprise, we've curated 20 gifts that bring the Wizarding World to life for children of all ages.
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Editor's Picks:
- Harry Potter Hedwig Owl Light-Up Mini Snow Globe
- World of Harry Potter Scrabble Board Game
- Harry Potter Funko POP Vinyl Figure: Albus Dumbledore
- Harry Potter Hogwarts Crests 5-Tab Spiral Notebook Journal
Top 20 Gifts For Certified Kiddie Potterheads
1. Harry Potter Ravenclaw House LookSee Box | Contains 7 Harry Potter Themed Gifts
What's Included: 7-piece gift set
Suitable Age: 8+
Best For: Collectibles, Home Decor
Overall Satisfaction Rating: ★★★★★
Why We Like It: Ravenclaw House values wit, learning, and wisdom above all else. This LookSee box is among the best Harry Potter gifts for kids who proudly wear their house colors and celebrate their clever nature.
We love how this curated collection brings together practical items and collectibles that any Ravenclaw student would treasure. From the moment you open the distinctive gift box, you'll discover seven magical items that capture the spirit of the house founded by Rowena Ravenclaw.
2. Harry Potter Classic Child Costume
What's Included: Robe with attached bodice
Suitable Age: 6-12
Best For: Apparel & Costume
Overall Satisfaction Rating: ★★★★★
Why We Like It: Let your little ones transform into the chosen one with this classic Harry Potter costume.
It is composed of a robe, with a Gryffindor patch and realistic artwork for the attached bodice, making it one of the best Harry Potter gifts for kids. Just add your own wand, and all is set for the young fans.
Key Features:
- Available in different child sizes
- Suitable for Halloween, costume parties, or play
- The perfect gift for huge Harry Potter fans
- A fun and affordable way for kids to become Harry Potter
Drawbacks:
- Harry Potter wand not included
3. Harry Potter Hedwig Owl Light-Up Mini Snow Globe
What's Included: Mini Snow Globe
Suitable Age: 3+
Best For: Home Decor, Office, Collectibles
Overall Satisfaction Rating: ★★★★★
Why We Like It: Hedwig was a snowy owl gifted to Harry Potter on his 11th birthday by Hagrid [1].
Although Hedwig's love for Harry led to her tragic end, you can bring her back to life on your collection shelf with this mesmerizing mini snow globe.
Key Features:
- Officially licensed collectible for any Harry Potter fan
- Tiny gold stars swirl when shaken
- LED light-up feature with different light colors
Drawbacks:
- It requires occasional battery replacement
4. World of Harry Potter Scrabble Board Game
What's Included: Board game
Suitable Age: 11+
Best For: Toys & Games, Collectibles
Overall Satisfaction Rating: ★★★★★ (1 review)
Why We Like It: One of our most popular Harry Potter gifts, this Scrabble game features a fun twist perfect for the whole family.
The Harry Potter-related words help the kids develop their vocabulary and expand their knowledge of the Wizarding World.
Key Features:
- Customized Harry Potter board game
- Promotes vocabulary and word-building skills
- A fun and engaging way to immerse in the Wizarding World
Drawbacks:
- Limited to fans of the Scrabble game
5. Harry Potter Great Hall 1000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle
What's Included: 1000-piece puzzle
Suitable Age: 8+
Best For: Toys & Games, Collectibles
Overall Satisfaction Rating: ★★★★★
Why We Like It: The Great Hall holds some of our favorite scenes in the Harry Potter films and books.
So, what better way to bring that magic into your home than challenging yourself with this jigsaw puzzle? This delightful activity helps young children develop their concentration and recognition skills.
Key Features:
- Intricate Great Hall design with the iconic arches, tables, and gargoyles from the Harry Potter films
- Provides hours of entertainment and satisfaction
- Officially licensed addition to your Harry Potter-themed bedroom
Drawbacks:
- It may pose a choking hazard for young kids
6. Harry Potter Funko POP Vinyl Figure: Albus Dumbledore
What's Included: 3 ¾ action figure
Suitable Age: 5+
Best For: Home Decor, Collectibles
Overall Satisfaction Rating: ★★★★★ (1 review)
Why We Like It: Albus Dumbledore is one of the most complex characters in the Harry Potter books and movies [2].
And this product is the perfect embodiment of Albus Dumbledore as described in the books, making it among the coolest Harry Potter gifts for any Potterhead.
Key Features:
- Intricate design and quality craftsmanship
- A must-have for any Harry Potter collector
- Compact size, perfect for display
Drawbacks:
- Limited function as decor
7. Harry Potter Chibi Hogwarts 75-Page Spiral Notebook
What's Included: Spiral notebook
Suitable Age: 3+
Best For: Stationery, Collectibles
Overall Satisfaction Rating: ★★★★★
Why We Like It: A highly recommended notebook for Harry Potter fans featuring some of our favorite Hogwarts students. We have tabs with chibi images of Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, Draco Malfoy, Ron Weasley, and Luna Lovegood.
You can also see Harry's glasses and the golden snitch on the cover, making it among the most adorable and practical Harry Potter gifts for fans.
Key Features:
- Charming chibi design
- Officially licensed Harry Potter items suitable for school, work, or personal notes
- A delightful addition to any Harry Potter collection
Drawbacks:
- Pages may be filled quickly for avid note-takers
8. Harry Potter Hogwarts Herbology 75-Page Spiral Notebook
What's Included: Spiral Notebook
Suitable Age: 3+
Best For: Stationery, Collectibles
Overall Satisfaction Rating: ★★★★★
Why We Like It: Among the great Harry Potter gifts for kids is this Herbology notebook, perfect for budding Herbalists like Neville Longbottom.
It is one of our highly sought-after collectibles, especially for our customers who love magical creatures and plants of the magical world.
Key Features:
- Detailed Herbology design with five tabbed sections
- Suitable for any Harry Potter fan
- Versatile use for school, work, or personal notes
Drawbacks:
- Pages may be filled quickly for avid note-takers
9. Harry Potter Hogwarts Crests 5-Tab Spiral Notebook Journal
What's Included: Spiral Notebook
Suitable Age: 3+
Best For: Stationery, Collectibles
Overall Satisfaction Rating: ★★★★★
Why We Like It: If you can't get enough of our Harry Potter-themed notebooks, we still have something for you.
Organize your magical notes with this 5-tab spiral notebook featuring Hogwarts house crests. It's our most popular pick for keeping spells and potions in order.
Key Features:
- Five-tab spiral notebook journal featuring the crests of four Hogwarts Houses
- Tabs help organize notes or tasks
- A practical and stylish addition to your stationery collection
Drawbacks:
- Pages may be filled quickly for avid note-takers
10. Harry Potter Handmade by Robots Mini Vinyl Figure
What's Included: 4 pieces 2.5-inch vinyl figures
Suitable Age: 3+
Best For: Collectibles
Overall Satisfaction Rating: ★★★★★
Why We Like It: This set is among the most popular Harry Potter gifts for kids, especially those who love collecting anything about the Wizarding World.
What I've admired the most is the craftsmanship that makes it look like the egg-shaped figures are hand-knitted with yarn.
Key Features:
- Featuring iconic characters from the Harry Potter series
- Perfect for collecting multiple Harry Potter characters
- Compact size, ideal for display
Drawbacks:
- It may require careful handling to prevent damage
Also Read:
- Our Top Harry Potter Gifts for Girls
- Our Top Harry Potter Gifts for Teachers
- Our Top Harry Potter Valentine's Day Gifts
11. Harry Potter Christmas Playing Cards
What's Included: Card set
Suitable Age: 11+
Best For: Toys & Games, Collectibles
Overall Satisfaction Rating: ★★★★
Why We Like It: If you want another magical game to make an entertaining and magical holiday season for older kids, look no further!
These playing cards feature a festive Christmas design that entertains everyone during family gatherings.
Key Features:
- Unique holiday design
- Standard playing cards with a linen-type finish
- A delightful gift for Harry Potter fans
Drawbacks:
- Limited use as playing cards
12. Harry Potter Handmade by Robots Vinyl Figure | Prof. Dumbledore
What's Included: 5-inch vinyl figure
Suitable Age: 3+
Best For: Collectibles
Overall Satisfaction Rating: ★★★★
Why We Like It: It's a highly recommended collectible for kids who admire Professor Dumbledore's wisdom.
At first glance, the figure looks like a knitted doll representing Dumbledore, but upon closer look, you will notice its vinyl construction.
Key Features:
- Vinyl material with knitted-style construction
- Detailed representation of Professor Dumbledore
- A great addition to any Harry Potter-themed collection, bookshelf or table
Drawbacks:
- It may require careful handling to prevent damage
13. Harry Potter Loteria (English/Spanish Rules)
What's Included: 54 cards, 12 player boards, and 100 tokens
Suitable Age: 4+
Best For: Toys & Games, Collectibles
Overall Satisfaction Rating: ★★★★
Why We Like It: Loteria gets a magical makeover with this Harry Potter edition. It's the best-selling choice for a fun-filled game night with a wizarding twist.
It's a spellbinding experience that also helps develop the memory, matching, and language skills of young Harry Potter fans.
Key Features:
- Dual-language rules (English and Spanish)
- Educational and entertaining for any Harry Potter fan
- A creative blend of Loteria and Harry Potter
- Ideal for family game nights or gatherings
Drawbacks:
- Limited players
14. Harry Potter Do-It-Yourself Super Dough Modeling Set | Minerva McGonagall
What's Included: Dough Model Set
Suitable Age: 3+
Best For: Toys & Games, Collectibles
Overall Satisfaction Rating: ★★★★
Why We Like It: Young minds are naturally creative in so many ways. That's why young kids love playing with modeling dough.
This dough modeling set is a great gift idea for children to develop their creativity while honoring a woman of great intellect, Minerva McGonagall [3].
Key Features:
- DIY modeling set with Minerva McGonagall theme
- Encourages creativity and sensory skills development
- Includes non-toxic super dough and sculpting tools
- A delightful and engaging Harry Potter-themed activity
Drawbacks:
- Supervision may be needed for younger users
15. Harry Potter & The Deathly Hallows Slytherin Robe Costume Child
What's Included: Robe
Suitable Age: 6-8
Best For: Apparel & Costume
Overall Satisfaction Rating: ★★★★
Why We Like It: Among the cool Harry Potter gifts for young Slytherins in our store is this well-loved robe costume.
It's perfect for embracing your inner Malfoy or Snape. I've seen it at costume parties, and it's a hit among young Slytherins.
Key Features:
- Suitable for Halloween, costume parties, or a Harry Potter movie night
- Allows kids to embrace the Hogwarts House of Slytherin pride
- Affordable and fun for young Harry Potter fans
Drawbacks:
- Limited available size
16. Harry Potter Slytherin 22-Inch Lanyard With ID Badge Holder and Crest Charm
What's Included: 22-inch lanyard
Suitable Age: 6+
Best For: Collectibles
Overall Satisfaction Rating: ★★★★
Why We Like It: Let your little Slytherin show their house pride with this lanyard, one of the most practical Harry Potter gifts for kids you can get.
It's the perfect choice for school IDs, keys, badges, or simply displaying their love for Harry Potter.
Key Features:
- Officially licensed Slytherin lanyard
- Functional and removable ID badge holder
- A unique addition to any Harry Potter collection
Drawbacks:
- Limited to fans of Slytherin House
17. Harry Potter Dog Tags
What's Included: Dog tag
Suitable Age: 8+
Best For: Collectibles
Overall Satisfaction Rating: ★★★★
Why We Like It: Are you looking for a casual Harry Potter accessory that you can give fans of all ages?
Well, you can never go wrong with this dog tag, featuring the symbol of Deathly Hallows, making it another popular pick as a Harry Potter collection.
Key Features:
- Officially licensed Harry Potter-inspired dog tag
- It can be a collectible or worn as a fashionable accessory
- A great addition to any Harry Potter collection
Drawbacks:
- Chains may require adjustment for a perfect fit
18. Harry Potter Gadget Decals
What's Included: 27 Decals
Suitable Age: 3+
Best For: Collectibles
Overall Satisfaction Rating: ★★★★
Why We Like It: If you're still undecided about our list of Harry Potter gifts, how about a set of decals to help young kids personalize their gadgets?
Perfect for laptops, phones, and tablets, these officially licensed decals are another way to showcase their love for the Harry Potter series.
Key Features:
- Set of Harry Potter-inspired gadget decals
- Waterproof and removable
- Features a variety of iconic Harry Potter designs
- Ideal for personalizing electronics and accessories
Drawbacks:
- Decals may lose adhesive quality over time
19. Fantastic Beasts No-Maj Teen/Adult Snapback Hat
What's Included: Snapback hat
Suitable Age: 6+
Best For: Apparel & Costume, Collectibles
Overall Satisfaction Rating: ★★★★
Why We Like It: In the United States, individuals who are not wizards are called "No-Maj" within the wizarding community [4].
This highly recommended snapback hat is a subtle yet stylish reference to the prequel of Harry Potter, the Fantastic Beasts.
Key Features:
- Unique "No-Maj, Join The New Salemers" 3D embroidery
- Officially licensed accessory for any Harry Potter fan
- A great conversation starter for Fantastic Beasts enthusiasts
Drawbacks:
- Limited to Fantastic Beasts fans
20. Harry Potter Nano Metal Figs Nano Scene Gryffindor Tower
What's Included: Gryffindor Tower "dollhouse"
Suitable Age: 5+
Best For: Home Decor, Collectibles
Overall Satisfaction Rating: ★★★★★
Why We Like It: Let kids build and display their Gryffindor Tower with this Nano scene set. It's a highly recommended gift for creative builders.
It only took me around 20 minutes to assemble, and with its authentic details, it undeniably captures scenes of Harry Potter.
Key Features:
- Die-cast metal figures of Harry Potter and Professor Snape
- Hogwarts House of Gryffindor Tower display scene
- Ideal for recreating scenes from the Harry Potter movies
- Mini Funko Harry Potter figurines are suitable for this dollhouse
Drawbacks:
- Small parts, not suitable for very young children
Note: Each product was rated based on its functionality, playability, design and aesthetics, versatility, educational value, innovation, price, and collectibles: authenticity, packaging, and collector appeal.
FAQs
What's the best Harry Potter gift for a 9-year-old?
The best gift ideas for kids ages nine and up include building sets, board games, and collectible figures.
You can also give replica wands or a broom as some of the best gifts for kids.
What's the best Harry Potter gift for teenage girls?
The best gifts for loving tweens and teens are Lego Hogwarts Castle sets, themed cookbooks, or collectible wands.
You can also go for personalized gifts like a costume of Hermione Granger, Ginny Weasley, or even Bellatrix Lestrange.
Coloring books and golden snitch collectibles are also cool gifts for teens.
Bring the Wizarding World Home with the Next Generation of Collectibles
From collectibles and accessories to robes, the world is full of great gifts that will delight any young fan of the Harry Potter series.
This Harry Potter Ultimate Edition Trivial Pursuit Board Game is among our customers' top-favorite games. You can play this Trivial Pursuit game, composed of 600 questions, during family gatherings this holiday season.
You don't have to go to Diagon Alley. Here at Harry Potter Merchandise, we'll deliver the best gifts you can give to any fan, and enjoy our daily free shipping in the US.
For over 20 years, Toynk has been a trusted source for officially licensed merchandise from Warner Bros, helping fans bring the magical world home whether you're shopping for birthdays, holidays, or just because, our curated collection makes it easy to find the perfect gift.
References:
- https://screenrant.com/harry-potter-hedwig-little-known-trivia/#she-was-harry-s-first-real-birthday-present
- https://collider.com/harry-potter-dumbledore-actors-ranked/
- https://www.vulture.com/2018/09/minerva-mcgonagall-harry-potter-twentieth-anniversary.html
- https://time.com/4100365/jk-rowling-harry-potter-fantastic-beasts-muggle/
