23 Best Hanukkah Presents for Babies, Toddlers and Caregivers

Whether you’re looking for matching outfits for a first Hanukkah photoshoot or just want some seasonal PJs, you can’t go wrong with Burt’s Bees. A brand nearly synonymous with organic for the eco-conscious parents, Burt’s Bees Hanukkah Joy Organic Cotton Matching Family Pajamas are made from super soft all-natural material to keep you warm and cozy all night long. Patterned with an adorable design filled with menorahs and dreidels, these PJs are a clear winner when it comes to gifts for Baby’s First Hanukkah.

There are plenty of fun and educational Hanukkah books for kids, but this board book goes well beyond the Festival of Lights. Through rhymes and illustrations, baby will get a clever overview of Judaism, from Afikomen to Zayde.

On the hunt for cute, festive Hanukkah gifts for babies? Then this sweet onesie from Finn + Emma is exactly what you’re looking for! Crafted from 100 percent organic cotton, the unisex bodysuit is super soft—plus, it features easy-snap fasteners so you can change your little love and get back to celebrating in no time. Plus, Finn + Emma is well-known for their commitment to quality materials—in addition to the aforementioned organic cotton, you’ll find lead/nickel-free snaps and eco-friendly dyes. This onesie is available in a long-sleeve style and as a gift set complete with navy pants.

Parents are on a never-ending quest to find baby’s missing socks and shoes. That’s why you should make one of baby’s first Hanukkah gifts a pair of these teeny tiny booties that’ll stay put on squirmy feet. Zutano’s soft fleece fabric is perfect for winter. Two-snap closures ensure a secure fit, and the gripper sole helps steady novice walkers. The navy pair is a perfect addition to baby’s Hanukkah-themed outfits, but they come in several other trendy colors as well.

I know from experience that after spending countless hours picking the perfect name for your little one, new parents are always eager for presents that put their baby’s name front and center. Personalization Mall’s Happy Hanukkah Teddy Bear is a great choice! This big, buttery soft plush bear comes in a pink or blue Happy Hanukkah shirt that can be personalized with up to 12 characters. If you’re looking for a cute, meaningful gift to mark a baby’s very first Hanukkah, you can’t go wrong here.

Once your baby hits toddlerhood, they’ll become more interested in books and reading. Rather than just nodding along and gazing at pictures, they’ll actually begin to actively follow stories. A Hanukkah Bear for Me isn’t just an adorable book full of gorgeous illustrations—it’s completely personalized! You can add details like your child’s name, gender, the current year, and the names of up to five family members. This information will appear throughout the book, a surefire way to maintain the attention of a child relatively new to the world of books. Designed for ages 0 through 8, reading A Hanukkah Bear for Me can even become a new Hanukkah tradition for your family!

Who says gingerbread houses are strictly a Christmas tradition? Building structures like toy houses is a great way to work those budding motor skills, and CreateOn’s Hanukkah Celebration Bundle comes with three festive magnetic tile sets. One set of double-sided tiles can be used by your child to create a gingerbread house and even shape into dreidel. Another can be used to build a Star of David, and the third set of Crayola-shaped tiles can be used to build out your child’s structures in imaginative ways. A fun, interactive activity, this is a great option if you’re looking to find new Hanukkah traditions for your family.

What’s Hanukkah without a dreidel? If you’re looking for a great first dreidel to introduce your child to the classic Hanukkah game, you can’t go wrong with Pottery Barn’s My First Dreidel set, which comes with a solid wood dreidel, velvet bag and 20 toy coins. Made from BPA-free materials, this kit helps teach your child all about your family’s traditions while also introducing them to basic math and encouraging motor skills. All in all, it’s an excellent choice if you’re looking for a high-quality version of a classic Hanukkah gift.

Toddlers move a lot. In fact, maybe you’ve noticed your child mimicking your at-home workouts now and again. So, why not help them feel zen with their very own yoga mat? Gaiam Kids’ Yoga Mats come in a variety of adorable, vibrant designs, but their appeal is more than just aesthetic. The materials are ideal for young kids. A textured non-slip surface is sure to help little ones who are still a little wobbly on their feet, and the non-toxic materials gives parents peace of mind that this mat is safe for their kids. The best part? These mats come with a downloadable kid-friendly yoga class to start teaching little ones the importance of physical activity.

Here’s an art-themed Hanukkah gift for toddlers: a giant, table-sized coloring page. At 30 x 70 inches, this sizable banner is big enough for toddlers with wobbly hand-eye coordination to color with ease. It’s also a learning opportunity. As your little one colors in various symbols of the season, you can explain the history and traditions behind all the Hanukkah-related imagery. Plus, it’s a great way to keep your kids engaged for a bit while you’re busy. Roll this out on the table while you’re preparing the meal, for example. Made from high-quality paper, this giant coloring page can serve as a decoration or even a tablecloth for the holiday kids’ table!

You don’t have to stray far from home to find the best latkes in town! Kids as young as 3 will love whipping up family recipes in this play kitchen. This modern design is complete with cabinets that open and shut, interactive stove elements, a spacious sink area and so much more to discover. It’s one of the best Hanukkah gifts for toddlers, and spacious enough for multiple kids to play at once. The best part? It takes just five minutes to assemble to make your holiday experience a bit more seamless.

Can’t get together with the extended family for this year’s Hanukkah celebrations? Send Grandma and Grandpa this candle to remind them of happy times. Out of all the senses, scent is the best trigger for memory. Top notes of butter, potato and apple are reminiscent of homemade latkes, while base notes of vanilla and musk invoke the smell of warm jelly donuts. As any candle-lover knows, not all scented candles are created equal. Homesick’s Latkes and Lights candles are top-tier, providing strong, fresh scents and burning up to 80 hours.

When it comes to holiday gifting, you can’t go wrong with a beautifully crafted photo book—just like this one from Artifact Uprising. A great gift for long distance grandparents especially, this Everyday Photo Book is a sweet and simple way to share some memories. The premium design features thick pages, a custom foil stamping for the cover, and a simplified layout that can be customized to your liking. Choose from several chic color options for the binding and add your favorite photos to create a sentimental Hanukkah present that Grandma and Grandpa will love flipping through throughout the year whenever they find themselves missing their grandbabies.

Are your parents or grandparents a little on the quirky side? Or does a visit to Grandma and Grandpa’s include a visit to a beloved four-legged friend? Either way, kids will love presenting this adorable dachshund-inspired menorah to their grandparents. The Jonathan Adler piece is crafted in high-fire stoneware by skilled artisans in Peru and finished with a soft-satin matte glaze. It’s a great way to bring a little fun to the season and give Grandma and Grandpa some kid-friendly decor to make their home all the more entertaining for little ones.

Looking for a way to stay in touch year round? You can’t go wrong with a digital picture frame. Aura Carver’s Luxe Digital Frame provides a way to instantly share memories with long-distance relatives. With free unlimited storage and support for over 10,000 photos with no subscription fees, this digital frame allows you to share a lot of big and little moments year round with your folks. Simple to set up and even easier to use, this is a great option for Hanukkah presents that ensure you can share memoirs across multiple time zones.

Another great gift for long distance grandparents, Uncommon Goods’s PenPal gift set helps families make the extra effort to stay in touch. Sometimes, it’s hard to know where to start when sitting down to hand write a letter. Uncommon Goods has you covered. Their letters help get the creative juices flowing with prompts, lists, and other activities to help grandkids and grandparents share stories, interests, and more. This gift doesn’t just provide a fun day-to-day activity for your kids. It helps create keepsakes for grandparents and grandkids to treasure for the long-term.

Do your little ones’ grandparents love to read to them? If so, Goodnight Bubbala: A Joyful Parody is a sweet, sentimental gift that will help your folks spend quality time with your kids. A parody of the children’s classic Goodnight Moon, Sheryl Haft’s Goodnight Bubbala is fast becoming a classic in its own right. Rather than peacefully saying goodnight, this book prides itself on being full of the sort of laughter, dancing, and kvelling integral to Jewish culture. Plus, it also includes an exclusive latke recipe from Ina Garten! There’s a lot to love here.

If you’re gifting teachers or caregivers a Hanukkah present, candy is always a safe bet. Rather than a generic box of chocolates, why not get something a little more specific that celebrates the spirit of the season? Sugarfina, a brand well-known for their delectable sweet treats, provides an eight-night tasting experience. The interior of this box features a drawing of a menorah with drawers that open to reveal four pieces of 100% kosher candy to try for each of the eight nights of Hanukkah.

Who wouldn’t enjoy cozying up during the holiday season and beyond with this ultra-soft, plush throw? If you live in a colder area especially, Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Throw blanket is a great choice for a nice little “thank you” for a caregiver or teacher. This blanket is made from super soft material that feels simply luxurious. However, despite feeling fancy, CozyChic is fairly low-maintenance when it comes to care—it’s even machine washable. This blanket’s equally great for movie nights, quiet reading sessions, and bedtime. Choose from a number of soothing earth tones to find the perfect Hanukkah gift.

Searching for a standout Hanukkah gift for the baker in your life? Look no further. Bake Jones’s Stoneware Sweeties set provides a classic 9-by-13-inch casserole dish and a Sweetie Pie pan with a wavy rim ideal for crust crimping. Every dedicated baker knows that not all bakeware is created equal. Great Jones’s ceramic material conducts heat slowly to ensure both sweet and savory treats cook evenly. All in all, this one’s sure to be a winner for a loved one who enjoys baking.

Celebrate your culture by trying new Jewish recipes this holiday season! Jake Cohen’s Jew-Ish: A Cookbook: Reinvented Recipes from a Modern Mensch features modern takes on Jewish culinary classics like brisket, matzo, and challah. Cohen drew inspiration from both his own heritage and his husband’s Persian-Iraqi background to create mouth-watering fusion foods that will shake things up a little at the next Hanukkah celebration. If you’re on the lookout for a Hanukkah gift for the foodie in your life, this book’s a winner.

There’s a lot to love about this Hanukkah-inspired waffle maker from Sur La Table. What better way to start off Hanukkah than with a festive, delicious breakfast? Sur La Table’s Dash waffle maker doesn’t just help you whip up mini- 4-inch waffles; it stamps an intricate dreidel design on top. Plus, the nonstick surface makes for minimum mess and easy cleanup. If the recipient has young kids especially, this affordable waffle maker is a great gift to add a little flare to the season.

Shopping for someone with a sweet tooth? You can’t go wrong with this DIY Sugar Cookie Kit from Etsy that helps you craft tasty festive Hanukkah cookies without worrying about taking the time to bake yourself. The kit includes: 12 thick-cut sugar cookies in Hanukkah-themed shapes, 3 bags of icing in shades of blue and white, and assorted sprinkles. You can decorate the cookies as you see fit for a quick, easy, and fun treat to whip up for your next Hanukkah get-together.