44 Epic Gifts For Kids Who Love Animals
Are you looking for the perfect gifts for kids who love animals? You have definitely come to the right place. My boys loved animals. We had a variety of pets, of course, and we also had our share of tadpoles, caterpillars, or the odd snake (yeek) in the house. I know that many kids are just like mine, so today, I wanted to share the best gifts for kids who love animals.
We have a great list of options for you! In this post, we have compiled a list of 44 gifts that will thrill any animal lover. From books to toys to science kits, we have something for everyone. So don’t wait! Scroll down and find the perfect gift for the child in your life!
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Do you have a kid that loves animals? Finding the right gift for them can be challenging as there are loads of options, but they are often rather dull.
How many stuffed toys do you really want in your house? And would children really be excited after unwrapping an animal-themed sheet set or sleeping bag? My boys certainly would not.
So, I put together a list of gifts for kids who love animals. These are the kids of things most kids would love to receive!
My list has everything from games to worm farms to unique toys. I spent a great deal of time combing through many options to find the best possible ideas for you. Ready to dive in?
This is a long post, so click on our handy table of contents to jump to directly the section that interests you.
- Animal Nature Kits
- Fun Animal Games
- Fascinating Animal Books
- Arts and Crafts for Kids That Love Animals
- Imaginative Gifts For Animal Lovers
- Experience Gifts For Kids Who Love Animals
- Conservation Gifts for Kids That Care
Nature Kits That Feature Animals
Most kids are fascinated by bugs, butterflies, and other small animals. These kits allow your kids to look after and study some interesting critters in the short term. They are a great introduction to the world of minibeasts, and each set comes with everything you need to get set up.
Uncle Milton Giant Ant Farm
See the amazing underground world of ants! Watch as they dig tunnels, build bridges, move mountains, and more.
This ant farm has a self-locking device for escape-proof viewing, giving parents peace of mind. It also provides easy access for feeding and giving water to the ants. An excellent gift for kids ages 6 and up.
Insect Lore – Butterfly Growing Kit
This Butterfly Growing Kit is a fascinating family project. Watch as live caterpillars transform into chrysalids and finally emerge as beautiful Painted Lady butterflies. This engaging kit is perfect for children and adults alike.
Please note caterpillars must be ordered and bought separately, and there are shipping restrictions. Do not purchase caterpillars until outdoor temperatures are between 55-85 degrees Fahrenheit.
Little Live Aqua Dragons – Deep Sea Habitat
Aqua Dragons have been living in the sea and in salty lakes on the earth for millions of years! They were even around in the time of the dinosaurs! Now, these fantastic creatures are available to hatch and grow in your home.
The kit comes with everything you need to raise your own aqua dragons. It even includes food. Watch as they swim and thrive in their underwater world.
Nature Bound Bug Catcher Vacuum with Critter Habitat Case
Nature Bound Bug Catcher Vacuum is a must-have for kids who love to explore and collect insects. This tool allows you to safely catch bugs without having to touch them.
The Bug Catcher & Habitat Kit includes everything you need, including the bug catcher vacuum, magnifying glass, habitat with a carabiner clip, and carrying case.
WILD! Science Worm Farm
The classic WILD! Science Worm Farm is a great way to introduce kids to the fascinating world of worms. Re-create a real underground worm habitat and observe their fascinating world.
Kids will love watching the worms dig and burrow in the soil. This kit includes everything you need to get started.
Fun Animal Games For The Whole Family
Games are a great way to spend time with family and friends. I’ve found some awesome animal-themed games that your kids will love. Some of them are just plain fun, and others will teach kids about animals and their habitats.
Animal Upon Animal
Do you have what it takes to be the ultimate animal stacker? Players race to stack their wooden animals on top of the animal pile before the other players. A roll of the die determines how many animals can be placed.
This game is excellent for developing hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills. So round up your kids and get ready for some good old-fashioned fun!
Hoot Owl Hoot A Cooperative Game
Looking for a fun, family-friendly game that everyone can enjoy? Hoot Owl Hoot is a perfect choice!
In this cooperative game, players work together to help the owls fly back to their nest before sunrise.
The game is designed for kids ages 4-8 and has two levels of play to allow the game to grow with your child. Better get ready for some hootin’ good fun with Hoot Owl Hoot!
Ecosystem
Ecosystem is the perfect game for animal lovers of all ages. Players choose, pass, and arrange eleven different card types to create habitats where animals will thrive.
The game is easy to learn and lots of fun, making it the perfect way to teach kids about the natural world around them. Suitable for older children.
Guess in 10 Animal Planet
Do you have what it takes to Guess in 10? In this simple game, players must ask no more than 10 questions to guess the animal on the Game Card.
This is a simple game to learn and great for all ages. This game is excellent for family gatherings and games night.
The Ultimate Animal Game Box
Looking for a fun, family-friendly game? The ultimate animal game box helps kids learn about animals and their babies. And with three different board game scenarios to choose from, there’s something for everyone.
The Young Scientists Club Animal Tracks Game
Do you think you know your animal tracks? The Animal Tracks Game will put your knowledge to the test with three games of memory, matching, and learning.
With this game, you’ll not only have loads of fun, but you’ll also learn to identify animals and their tracks. The cards feature photographs of fascinating wild animals, as well as fun facts and tracks.
Spot It! Junior Animals Card Game
Welcome to Spot It! Jr. Animals a card game that’s perfect for young animal lovers. There are 31 cards in the deck, each with six different animals.
There is always one match, and one match only, between any two cards in the deck. Who will spot it first?
The game comes with instructions for 5 different games, so there is lots of variety and fun to be had.
Fascinating Animal Books Your Kids Will Love To Read
Books make the best gifts for kids who love animals, and there are so many to choose from. I worked in a public library for a while, and the kid’s animal books were extremely popular.
In fact, they were one of the best ways to entice a reluctant reader to open a book. Children are drawn to books with lots of photographs and a small amount of text. Here are some of my picks.
An Anthology of Intriguing Animals
You only have to look at the beautiful cover to know this is a remarkable book. Explore the wonderful world of animals through breathtaking photographs and gorgeous illustrations.
You’ll uncover fun facts and myths about a wide range of creatures. Reviewers rave about the quality of this book, and it got top ratings from parents. It is the perfect gift for kids that love animals.
The Fascinating Animal Book for Kids: 500 Wild Facts!
This is one of the gifts that my boys would have loved when they were younger.
This book is filled with beautiful pictures and wild facts about all sorts of animals. It’s perfect for kids fascinated by the animal kingdom’s weirder side.
National Geographic Kids Cutest Animals Sticker Activity Book
This offering from National Geographic is an animal activity book loaded with stickers. It is filled with lots of different activities and fun animal facts. It is an excellent option for extended trips or rainy afternoons.
The Animal Book: A Visual Encyclopedia of Life on Earth
A stunning book from the Smithsonian combines beautiful photography with exciting facts.
Meet just over 1,500 species, ranging from amoebas to zebras. This is a good book for younger children as the text isn’t overwhelming.
Animal!
Animal! is the perfect book for any animal lover. It introduces children to the major animal groups and helps them understand how they fit into the animal kingdom.
The book is packed with fun facts and stunning photographs, making it the perfect resource for browsing and learning.
Nature Activity Book
Are you looking for a fun and interactive way to learn about different habitats, animals, and plants? Nature Activity Book is a perfect choice!
This book is full of puzzles and games that teach kids all about the animals that live in different places. From the pond to the seashore, they’ll love discovering all the different creatures that inhabit our world.
Poodunnit: How to Track Animals by their Poop, Footprints, and More!
Let’s face it, most kids are poop obsessed and will delight in this entertaining book.
Poodunnit offers up the scoop on poop from a wide variety of animals. Identify the animals that visit your backyard or park by the scats and footprints they leave behind.
Creative Gifts for Kids That Love Animals
If you’re looking for a unique gifts for kids who love animals, why not choose something to unleash the inner artist? Check out these creative gifts for kids! They are sure to love them!
How to Draw 101 Animals
Your young naturalists will be thrilled to receive How to Draw 101 Animals! This remarkable book shows children how to draw all kinds of different animals.
With easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions, your kids will be drawing like pros in no time.
Coloring Books For Kids: Awesome Animals
Do your kids love coloring? Then they’ll adore this Awesome Animals coloring book! Beautifully illustrated and containing a superb selection of stunning, perfectly patterned coloring pages, this book will surely provide hours of enjoyment.
The designs are printed on a single side, with a blank page behind it. This means you can color with felts without worrying about ink bleeding through. It also makes it easier to remove the page if you want to display it.
Paint by Sticker Kids: Zoo Animals
Most kids love stickers, so this book is bound to be a hit. The book is full of animal pictures that look like a paint-by-number pictures.
Kids must find the correct sticker to fill each space. This no-mess activity is excellent to take along on road trips or when you are visiting family and friends.
Animals Felt Craft Kit
The Animals Felt Craft Kit is a fun, easy, and creative activity for kids. This kit comes with everything needed to create up to six adorable animals.
The felt pieces are pre-cut, and all the bits and pieces are included.
Create Your Own Bead Pets
Craft your own bead pets with the Create Your Own Bead Pets set! This set includes five design templates and enough pony beads to create 10 different bead animals.
The collection also includes key rings and clips, so kids can attach their bead pets to backpacks.
Melissa & Doug Origami Animals
Looking for a fun craft project that the whole family can enjoy? Check out the Melissa & Doug Origami Animals kit!
This all-inclusive set comes with enough paper to make 40 different origami animals.
Detailed folding instructions are included for all levels, from beginner to advanced. Amaze your friends and family with your paper folding prowess!
Klutz Mini Clay World Pet Adoption Truck Craft Kit
How adorable are these? The kit contains everything you need to create your own menagerie of pets from oven-baked clay.
You even get cute accessories like faux fur blankets and grooming supplies, so the animals can be used for pretend play.
Gifts That Engage The Imagination
Don’t you just love toys that tap into your child’s imagination? I sure do! So, I made a point of finding the very best animal-themed play sets. I know your animal-loving kiddos will just adore them! With these gifts, kids can explore the world of animals through play.
Face Paints: Wild Pack
These look like fun! Transform your kids into animals with face paints that require zero skill!
These innovative temporary tattoos look like face paints, making them quick and easy to apply.
Plus, the included wipes make it easy to remove the designs when you’re done. Perfect for parties, dress-up, or just everyday fun, Face Paints are sure to be a hit with the whole family!
PLAYMOBIL Tiny Paws Pet Hotel
Fill disclosure here! I’m a massive fan of Playmobile play sets. My boys loved them and spent hours creating miniature worlds to play with, so I can’t recommend them enough.
The tiny Paws Pet Hotel is one of the more expensive toys on this list but look what this adorable set includes. Three figures, ten animals, and 146 additional accessories
You kids will get hours of play from this set. Need something a little cheaper? Try the Playmobil Petting Zoo set.
LEGO Friends Panda Jungle Tree House
Lego teamed up with National Geographic to create this jungle Panda Treehouse. Assemble the treehouse and enjoy hours of small world play with all the characters.
LEGO Friends Vet Clinic Ambulance 41445 Building Kit
Another offering from Lego includes a fun tree house and a vet clinic ambulance. This fun set comes with 2 figures, some adorable pets, as well as lots of fun vet kit accessories
Calico Critters Red Roof Cozy Cottage
Welcome to the beautiful world of Calico Critters! Who wouldn’t love to visit such a sweet restaurant?
This imaginative set includes the restaurant with spiral staircase, kitchen, furniture, accessories, and chef’s outfit. You will also need to purchase a set of calico critters as well.
Schleich Veterinarian Set with Animals
A beautiful playset that is designed to promote pretend play in kids. It includes a vet, building, animals, furniture, and a variety of accessories.
Kids will love caring for the animals, treating them in the vet practice, and making them better. With so many pieces to play with, they’ll never get bored!
Pet Shop Playset: Cats
This cute Pet Shop Playset is well made and will give hours of play! This set includes six adorable cats, along with a wide variety of accessories, including a cat tree, play set, growing tools, and cat beds.
Children will love playing with these cute and realistic cats and have hours of fun pretending to run their own pet shop. With so many accessories, they can create different scenes and scenarios.
Bandit The Puppy Playset
Bandit the puppet is one of the cutest toy sets I’ve seen. Open the matchbox to reveal an adorable puppy asleep in its bed.
This sweet little dog has everything you need to make it feel at home, including a bone, ball, a food bowl, and a cozy quilted bed.
Bandit is the perfect companion for snuggles and playtime, and it’s sure to bring a smile to your child’s face.
Experience Gifts For Kids Who Love Animals
Many different organizations offer opportunities for kids to get up close and personal with creatures of all kinds.
These experiences make lovely memories and can teach kids about the importance of conservation. If you’re looking for a unique and memorable experience gift for your child, why not consider an animal encounter? Here are some ideas.
- Visit a Zoo, Aquarium, or Wildlife Sanctuary
- Horseback riding
- Volunteer at a wildlife sanctuary or animal shelter
- Spend an afternoon casting animal tracks with plaster of Paris
Conservation Gifts for Kids That Care
Do you have a child who loves animals and is passionate about conservation?
Why not donate to a nature charity in your child’s name? Your young nature lover will feel great about making a difference, plus you might even get a tax receipt!
- Symbolic Species Adoptions From the WWF
- Rainforest Alliance
- Save the Chimps
- David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
- Fahlo
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We hope you found this post helpful as you searched for that special gift for the young animal lover in your life. We spent many hours searching for a selection of gifts sure to please.
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