Being 11 is a unique time. These kids are right in the middle – not little children anymore, but not teenagers yet. Many are moving away from toys like stuffed animals and building blocks, and starting to explore new interests like taking photos, making art, and learning about self-care.
It’s often their first time really thinking about who they are and what they like.
Finding the right gift for a girl this age can be tricky. The best approach is to watch what she enjoys doing when she’s just being herself.
Maybe she loves playing sports after school, drawing in her notebook, or wrapping up in cozy clothes when she gets home.
We’ve put together a list of gifts that most 11-year-old girls will enjoy. These gifts can help them explore their interests, try new things, and get through the ups and downs of their preteen years. From room decorations to books to games and more, you’ll find something here that shows you understand and care about what she’s going through.
1. Zulay Kitchen Donut Blanket
This blanket combines two great things – staying cozy and donuts. Made of soft flannel material and shaped like a giant donut with colorful frosting and sprinkles, it’s perfect for getting comfortable on cold days. It’s both fun to look at and comfortable to use, making it an ideal choice for relaxing at home or watching TV.
2. Dermora Foot Peel Mask
This is a popular treatment that makes dry, rough skin peel off to reveal softer feet underneath. You wear the mask for an hour, and the dead skin starts to come off over the next week or so. While the peeling process might seem strange, many people find it fascinating to watch. The pack includes two masks, so you can try it with your daughter or she can save one for later.
3. FROG SAC Six Glitter Headbands
Perfect for any girl who plays sports or exercises. The pack comes with six sparkly headbands that stay firmly in place and keep hair out of her face while she moves. They work well for any activity, from basketball to gymnastics, and look good enough to wear even when she’s not playing sports.
4. Y- STOP Hammock Chair
Combines a traditional hammock with a cozy seat design. Made from strong cotton rope, it’s perfect for reading, relaxing, or taking a quick nap. It comes with a useful side pocket where she can keep her books, tablet, or other items within easy reach while she’s sitting.
5. JOiFULi Make Your Own Jewelry Bowls
This kit contains all the materials needed to create three colorful dishes for storing rings and other small jewelry. She can make them at a sleepover with friends or create them to give as presents. The dishes are easy to make and turn out looking like store-bought items.
6. Hapinest Make Your Own Wall Collage Kit
This kit bears everything that can be used in order to make a beautiful and unique wall art that will reflect her character. She can arrange the pieces however she wants to make her room feel more like her own space. It’s a fun project she can do by herself or work on together with a parent or friend.
7. Choose Friendship My Friendship Bracelet Maker
This kit helps make friendship bracelets of any style or pattern. It has special pegs that hold the strings in place while braiding, making it much easier to create bracelets. The built-in storage drawer keeps all the threads and supplies organized, so she can make bracelets anywhere.
8. Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Low-Tops
Chuck Taylor sneakers started as basketball shoes in 1922 and have kept the same classic design for over 100 years. The simple style matches any outfit, from jeans to dresses, making these shoes a perfect choice for any 11-year-old girl’s wardrobe.
9. Pottery Barn Teen Hello Kitty Brush/Pencil Holder
A cute Hello Kitty-shaped container perfect for keeping desk items organized. The holder works well for art supplies, makeup brushes, or school items like pens and pencils. The fun design adds style to any desk while helping keep everything neat and easy to find.
10. Elmer’s All-Star Slime Kit
Playing with slime is fun at any age, and making it is even better. This complete kit includes different types of glue and activators for creating various slime textures. Girls can experiment with mixing ingredients to make their custom slime designs.
11. Cultivate Kindness Box Subscription Box
Each box comes with 4-6 fun items that teach about kindness. You might find a shirt, books, room decorations, feel-good items, or jewelry inside. Your 11-year-old can use these to make herself or others happy. And here’s something extra nice: when you get a box, five people who don’t have enough food will get a meal.
12. Tree Hut Watermelon Shea Sugar Body Scrub
There’s a popular skin scrub that looks like watermelon, and many kids have seen it on TikTok. It’s made by Tree Hut, smells great, and helps keep skin clean and soft.
13. Minimalist Set of Earrings
Here’s a set of three pairs of basic, beautiful earrings. Your daughter can change them up whenever she wants, even with just one piercing. They’re made of real materials—either gold or silver.
14. BENECREAT Heart-Shaped Cork Board
Here’s a fun board where kids can pin up anything they like: photos, art, special items, or notes about chores. It works on a desk or on the wall – their choice.
15. Shuttle Art 18-Pack Micro-Tip Pens
These are not regular markers – they have super-thin tips for drawing details. Perfect for any kid who likes making art, sketching little pictures, or just writing with nice pens. She can make anything she imagines with these.
16. Ohuhu Double-Tip Alcohol Markers
This big set has 160 markers that real artists use. Each marker has two ends – one thick and one thin – so she can draw different ways. They come in a strong case that helps keep all the markers neat.
17. Caboodles On-The-Go Makeup Box
This famous carrying case is still great for organizing stuff. Your kid can use it to store anything – from makeup and hair things to jewelry and art supplies. It makes it easy to keep everything in one place.
18. Sourcebooks Explore “The Complete Cookbook for Young Chefs” by America’s Test Kitchen
Kids who like to cook will find many fun recipes in this book. From cupcakes to snacks to breakfast foods – everything is easy to make and tastes great. It’s perfect for helping them learn to cook.
19. XP-PEN Artist Drawing Monitor and Pen
This special tablet lets kids draw right on their computer. It comes with a pen that works like real art tools-and press harder for darker lines, lighter for thin ones. You can make bright, colorful art and it works with most computers.
20. Poraxy 4-in-1 STEM Kits
With this kit, kids can build four different things for their room: a mini Ferris wheel, a glowing lamp, a carousel, and a starlight. The best part? It comes with paints so they can decorate each thing they make. They’ll have fun building and end up with cool room decorations.
