’Tis the season for giving — and for many families, that season comes with a side of stress. When you have a big family and a small or even medium-sized budget, gift-giving quickly becomes a puzzle.

If you’re still searching for the perfect kids’ gifts this year, you’re in the right place. Today’s best presents blend creativity, innovation and thoughtful design — gifts that invite play, nurture ...

When you make a purchase using a link on this page, we may receive a commission. Thank you for supporting The New Yorker. In theory, buying gifts for children is a snap. If they’re old enough to talk, ...

Elizabeth Westrupp receives funding from the National Health and Medical Research Council. She is affiliated with the Parenting and Family Research Alliance, Editor-in-Chief of Mental Health & ...