Are you a parent or friend on the hunt for gift ideas for a 13 year old girl? At the age of thirteen your daughter is just starting her teenage years and with her rapidly changing interests your little girl is becoming a young lady right before your eyes. To find the right gifts for that changing girl in your life, consider her interests, hobbies and sense of adventure. At this age girls (and boys) are often eager to experience new things so their interests can change in a flash. One day she may want a toy and the next she may want a makeup set or something else ‘girly’.
In this guide to the top gifts for 13 year olds we have included many different kinds of gift ideas organized into sections so you can skip to the type that you think will interest the girl you’re buying for. The types of gifts we have chosen include clothing and accessories, makeup and beauty products, jewelry, school supplies, electronics and tech gifts, crafts and hobbies, indoor and outdoor toys and games, sporting equipment, bedroom essentials, inexpensive birthday gift ideas and stocking stuffers that make a perfect gift for any 13 year old!
Best Stuff for 13 Year Old Girls
In this guide below we’ve made certain to include a wide variety of Christmas and birthday gift ideas. Throughout the review below you’re certain to come across many unique gems that will take your 13 year old by surprise, whether she likes jewelry, artistic kits, cameras or even sports we’re sure to have something she will love in our list below!
Clothing & Accessories
By the time girls reach their teens years they often find it important to develop their own sense of style in the way that they dress. However keep in mind that at this age young girls may experiment with various styles of clothing mixing and matching styles until they find what works for them.
This can make buying clothes tricky and difficult. So the best clothing gifts for girls of this age tend to be gift certificates to their favorite stores or simple jeans, a cute T-shirt, socks and tights. Clothing accessories such as belts, scarves, and purses also make great gifts.
Blackmyth Women’s Graphic Funny T-Shirt
Summary
Everyone needs a few T-shirts in their wardrobe and this cute T-shirt will make anyone around this young girl smile. The shirt comes in several sizes from small to XX-large and several different colors. It bears the Legend “ Once in awhile someone amazing comes along.. and here I am”
This T-shirt is made from a cotton/spandex blend and has a round neck and short sleeves.
Positives
- This T-shirt is super soft
- Great choice of colors
- Can be worn with shorts, jeans, or a casual skirt
Negatives
- Fits tighter than expected
What makes this stand out?
The legend on this T-shirt is bound to give your young child a boost of self-confidence while putting a smile on all of their friend’s faces.
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Summary
This purse is cute is the perfect gift for most teenage girls. It can be used as a cross body or over the shoulder bag. It’s small size makes it perfect for teens and is still large enough to fit anything a young girl needs to keep with her at school or when away from home.
Pros
- Plenty of pockets to divide your essentials
- Nice bag with an adjustable strap
Cons
- Some of these purses rip within a few of months of use
What makes this stand out?
This purse is a nice size for younger teens who need to bring items such as combs, brushes, cell phones and other articles with them wherever they go.
WallFlower Women’s Curvy Boot Cut Jeans
Summary
Jeans are a great gift for any teenage girl and these jeans are no exception. They come in a variety of different colors and sizes and are made from a cotton/rayon/Polyester/Lycra Elastane blend. They have a button and zip closure and are made to stretch to fit while still hugging your curves. They also have a mid-rise waistband.
Positives
- Comfortable
- Right amount of stretch for most people
- Washes well
Negatives
- Some users feel that these jeans stretch too much
What makes these stand out?
These jeans are sure to become a standby of any teenager’s wardrobe.
Sports Bra Multi-pack
Summary
This set comes with a total of 10 sports bras which provides girls with plenty of bras to use regularly. There are small, medium, and large sizes available to ensure that you can find the most appropriate fits.
We liked how they’ve used cotton and spandex materials to make the bras. This is super soft and ensures that girls can wear while being active and not have any discomfort
Pros
- Variety of colors available
- Breathable feeling
Cons
- Some were expecting more padding
What makes this stand out?
The cropped design and spaghetti straps make these bras easy to wear with different clothes. Various clothes can be layered on top to let girls wear the bras with a range of outfits.
Makeup & Beauty Products
By the time your a girl reaches the age of 13 she may start become more interested with her looks. She wants to experiment with wearing makeup, different hair dos and keeping her skin free of acne. Beauty products for young teens run the gamut from nail polish to eye shadow and a variety of hair care products. Here are some of the best beauty supplies for today’s teenagers.
Shany Cosmopolitan Nail Polish Set
Summary
This nail polish set is perfect for young teens since it comes with 24 quick drying no crack colors for kids to try. This nail polish comes in full size bottles and includes 19 regular colors and 5 glitters. This nail polish set comes with a clear organizer so everything can be kept organized and at your teens fingertips.
Positives
- Provides teen with lots of different color choices
- This polish is non clumpy and although it comes quite thin it does thicken a little over time
- This polish is an excellent value for the price
Negatives
- Some users feel that you need to apply too many coats to get the effect you like
What makes this stand out?
The sheer number of nail polish colors for the price makes this nail polish set an excellent value.
Makeup Kit for Teens
Summary
This makeup kit is a great kit for a girl who is looking to try different eyeshadows and applications of makeup. The kit comes with 4 concealers, 4 blush powders, 75 matte eyeshadows colors, 5 glittery eyeshadows, 2 eye shadow applicators and 1 mirror all put together in an elegant looking case.
Positives
- Great starter kit for those looking to try out new eyeshadow colors
- Lots of colors to choose from
- Comes in nice compact packaging
Negatives
- Doesn’t have an ingredient list so you can’t check for ingredients that may cause allergic reactions
What makes this stand out?
This makeup kit has everything a teen needs to experiment with different blushes and eyeshadow colors to see what best suits them.
Detangling Brush And Comb Set
Summary
This elegant looking detangling brush and comb sets detangles hair gently so that there is less breakage than is experienced with other brushes and combs. It works on all types of hair both straight and curly as well as hair that is wet or dry. The brush has flexible bristles that are set at various levels so that it detangles clear down to your scalp. The handle of the brush is designed to fit comfortably in your hand.
Positives
- This brush doesn’t pull on hair so it is good for sensitive scalps
- This brush is great on thicker hair
- Easy to hold
Negatives
- Some people feel that his set is cheaply made and that the comb breaks easily
What makes this stand out?
This brush and comb set is ideal for brushing wet or dry hair and keeping it tangle free while preventing breakage.
Proactiv Acne Cleanser
Summary
If the young lady in your life suffers from frequent acne breakouts then this Proactiv acne cleanser will make a great gift. This cleanser comes in a 4.06 ounce bottle and is designed to remove impurities and help prevent the growth of the bacteria that causes acne. This cleanser contains hyaluronic acid to maintain your skin’s hydration as well as a facial moisturizer. This cleanser can be used regardless of the skin type.
Positives
- Can be used for daily facial cleansing
- Works great to treat existing acne and prevent breakouts
- Works on sensitive skin
Negatives
- Some users experience more breakouts than before using
What makes this stand out?
For most teens Proactiv acne cleanser is a great way to help keep their skin acne free.
Bubbly Belle Bath Bombs
Summary
This set of 12 – 5 ounce Bubbly Belle bath bombs contains natural essential oils such as orange and peppermint. These bombs make plenty of bubbles and help to keep your skin well hydrated and smooth. They are also paraben free making them safer for use and contain motivational sayings inside of each bomb.
Positives
- Leaves your body feeling silky and smooth
- These bombs have a wonderful scent
- Each bomb is individually wrapped
Negatives
- Some users feel that the scent tends to disappear as the bomb dissolves in the water
What makes this stand out?
The large size of these bath bombs allows your teen to really soak in the tub and soak away the stress from the day.
Jewelry
Usually by around the age of 13 girl are no longer interested in the jewelry she wore as a kid and prefer more grown up jewelry. Here are some wonderful pieces of jewelry that make a great gift idea for the 13 year old in your life.
Kate Spade Gold-Tone New York Alphabet Pendant
Summary
This Kate Spade pendant is simple and elegant looking and perfect for any young lady on your shopping list. The pendant is brass with gold coating and has an 18 inch cable with a lobster claw clasp.
The pendant bears the teens first initial of the teen’s name on the front and says “One in a Million on the back.” This pendant can be worn with casual or dress clothes.
Positives
- Can be worn daily
- Simple and Elegant style
- Chain is a decent length
Negatives
- The gold flakes off some of these pendants
What makes these stand out?
This pendant is a piece of elegant jewelry that can be worn for years to come since it never goes out of style.
Butterfly Crystal Bangle Bracelet
Summary
This butterfly crystal bangle link bracelet comes with your choice of one of three colors of butterflies; blue, pink or purple. The Rhodium plated bracelet has clear crystals on both sides of the butterflies and a lobster claw chain.
The bracelet itself is 6.3 inches with a 1.38 inch extension so it will fit most wrist sizes.
Positives
- This bracelet will fit various size wrists
- The butterflies are beautiful and delicate
- This bracelet is well made
Negatives
- Some people find that this bracelet will discolor their skin
What makes this stand out?
This bracelet looks great with a number of outfits and the butterflies and other crystals really sparkle and shine.
Minnie Mouse Birthstone Earrings
Summary
These cute and trendy earrings are inspired by Minnie Mouse and come in your choice of your teens birthstone. The earrings are made from silver plated brass with sparkling crystals and a bullet plug back. Each earring has Minnie’s iconic bow.
These earrings are the perfect birthday or Christmas gift!
Positives
- Brightly colored stones sparkle in the light
- These earrings are perfect for various ages
- Well made
Negatives
- Some users stated that their earrings had loose stones that fell out
What makes these stand out?
These earrings are specifically designed for those whose taste runs to the quirky and trendy.
Sterling Silver Hanging Cat Pendant
Summary
This cute tiny silver hanging cat pendant is made from 925 silver plated rhodium with a nice mirror finish. It comes on a 16 to 18 inch chain with an extender and spring clasp with the cat being ½ inch or a little less long. This little pendant is the perfect birthday, Christmas, or Valentine’s gift for a young lady who likes delicate jewelry.
Positives
- This pendant is excellent quality
- Delicate and whimsical piece of jewelry
- Can easily wear this necklace daily
Negatives
- Some users find the cat on the necklace way to small to be as noticeable as they would like
What makes this stand out?
This delicate pendant is perfect for any teenage cat lover on your shopping list since the pendant can be worn alone or with other jewelry.
School Supplies
Most middle school age girls will need a number of supplies when attending school and doing homework in order to be more successful. While a backpack and notebooks are a must, there are other supplies that make getting school work done more comfortable, simpler, and more efficient. Here are some school supplies that will make practical gifts and come in handy for a child’s success at school.
Homestyle TrendyMax Galaxy Backpack
Summary
This is an awesome backpack for a middle school girl because it has been made with a fun galaxy theme that includes bright purple colors teen girls typically like.
This backpack comes with multiple pockets for storing different items and keep everything organized. Furthermore, there’s a compartment that has been specifically made for laptops.
Pros
- Durable polyester material
- Water bottle holders included
- Comfortable shoulder straps
Cons
- Zippers are thinner than some were expecting
What makes this stand out?
The lightweight design of this backpack makes it easier for teenage girls to carry it around all day long.
Wooden Lap Desk With Storage
Summary
This lap desk with storage allows your teen to do their homework from any room in your home. This laptop features a smooth wood veneer finish that is large enough to hold a 17 inch computer computer, storage area divided into two sections one large and one small perfect for holding note pads, pens and pencils and other small items. There is also a full size plush lap pad.
Positives
- This desk is sturdy
- The storage space is useful keeping supplies at hand
- Great for working in a chair, bed, or on the couch
Negatives
- Some users got desks with poor hinges that came loose or tended to break
What makes this stand out?
This lap desk provides children with the ability to study anywhere in the home helping to increase their productivity by keeping everything at their fingertips.
Small L-Shaped Desk
Summary
If your daughter is serious about their studies then they need a dedicated study desk at which they can work. This small L-shaped desk fits into a corner of their bedroom and gives them the space in which they can study. The desk measures 47 inches long, 35 inches wide and 29 inches high and comes in a variety of colors. The desk also comes with reversible and adjustable storage shelves.
Positives
- This desk fits well in a corner
- It is sturdy and large enough to hold a laptop and accessories
- This L-shaped desk is easy to assemble
Negatives
- Some users stated that their desk came with some damage
What makes this stand out?
This desk’s space saving size makes it the ideal desk for a teenager’s room allowing them their own space in which to study and work on various projects.
120-Piece Colored Pencils Set With Zip Up Case
Summary
This colored pencil set is perfect for those school art projects, making of graphs and maps and other projects both for school and for their own enjoyment. These pencils offer a great deal of color choices and they make blending easy and simple.
Positives
- The points on these pencils stay sharp longer
- The accompanying case keeps all of the pencils neatly organized
- This set offers a large variety of colors and shades
Negatives
- Some users don’t feel that these pencils are the best quality
What makes this stand out?
The large variety of colors as well as the case makes these colored pencils a great value.
Sunny Bird Insulated Lunch Bag
Summary
If your daughter carries their lunch to school or needs a few snacks to help keep them active during those after school activities then this insulated lunch bag is a great option. This lunch bag measures 8” X 6.3” X 9.3” and comes in a variety of different colors. This lunch bag also comes with a removable shoulder strap and carry handle. The top of the bag folds down and there is a buckle closure to hold it in place. The bag also contains 3-layers of insulation to help keep food at a safe temperature. There is also a small pocket for napkins and other small items.
Positives
- This lunch bag is spacious
- It is extremely durable
- The small pocket is useful
Negatives
- Some users complain they did not receive the color they ordered
What makes this stand out?
This lunch bag is perfect for taking lunch to school, carrying snacks when hiking or participating in those after school activities or even for spending time at the park and keeping your soft drinks or water cool.
Tech & Electronics
By the time most young ladies reach 13 year of age they are usually incredibly tech savvy, so technological gifts from iPhones to gaming systems and headsets make great gifts for girls of this age. Here is a look at some best tech gifts for young ladies.
Fujifilm Mini 9 Instant Camera
Summary
A camera like this is an excellent present for a 13 year old who love to take pictures. The camera comes with an automatic light adjustment feature which allows girls to take images that look fantastic in all a range of environments.
To take close up pictures, a macro lens adapter has been included. This allow your child to be more creative and take different kinds of pictures.
Pros
- Flash available
- Includes 120 pieces of film
Cons
- Some would prefer if the pictures were larger
What makes this stand out?
After the camera hasn’t been used for 5 minutes, it automatically turns off. This is a great feature for saving energy usage rather than going through tons of batteries.
Bose SoundLink Speaker
Summary
This high quality Bose’s speaker is a wonderful electronics gift that has been implemented with Bluetooth technology. Therefore, your teen can connect it to their devices to listen to music wirelessely. Since this is a smaller gift it makes for a good stocking stuffer for teenage girls.
We were impressed with how it has been made with a waterproof design too. This can make it a great option for using on beaches or in shower.
Pros
- 8 hours of continuous use available
- High quality silicone exterior
Cons
- Smaller than some were expecting
What makes this stand out?
People have been liking how this speaker comes with a built-in microphone. This allows you to take calls via the speaker when you’re phone is connected to it.
Mini Apple iPad
Summary
Apple’s mini iPad is a great compact tablet that lets your middle schooler pack it in their bag and use it while they’re on the go. The retina display has been fitted with True Tone color features that make images pop.
We also liked how the iPad can last for a total of 10 hours after being fully charged. It’s another one of the features that makes it so great for using while teens are out and about.
Pros
- Can take 1080p HD videos
- ID touch fingerprint sensor
- Stereo speakers built-in
Cons
- Making the lib balms is quicker than some would prefer
What makes this stand out?
The Apple pencil that’s included lets girls work on their art and write things down to have it all conveniently saved on the device.
Nintendo Switch
Summary
The Nintendo Switch offers your teen 3 ways to play TV, tabletop and handheld. This game system offers a 6.2 inch multi touch screen, 4.5 to 9 hours of battery life, and it connects over the Wi-Fi being able to be connected to at least 8 other consoles. This is one gaming system that can be played almost anywhere at any time.
Positives
- You can play games on the go
- The games run smoothly on this system
- Good battery life
Negatives
- The price keeps fluctuating
What makes this stand out?
This Nintendo Switch is extremely portable so that your teen can play their favorite games anywhere including the park or a friend’s house.
Hobbies and Crafting
Encouraging your teenage daughter, niece, or other young relative to pursue hobbies or crafts they enjoy will gives them an interest that can keep them happily occupied throughout their life. Hobbies can run the gamut from reading to music to sewing, knitting and much more. While the list of hobbies or crafts a teen can enjoy may be endless here are just a few that we found to be ideal.
Acrylic Paint Pens for Rock Painting
Summary
If that 13 year old girl in your life is artistic then this 28-piece acrylic pen set will make an ideal gift. These pens come in the most popular colors and will work on a variety of surfaces including stone, glass, fabric, metal and more.
Pros
- These pens flow nicely
- There are a nice variety of colors
Cons
- Some of these pens may leak
What makes this stand out?
These pens that come with this can be used on all sorts of surfaces so they will allow the teen to be as creative as they would like.
The Princess Diaries
Summary
This ten book collection is about a young girl living in NYC who discovers she is a princess. The stories themselves are her journal detailing her life, struggles and typical teenage angst she feels as she navigates growing to adulthood.
This book is the perfect gift for a young lady who likes to read!
Pros
- Teen girls can related to the character in the book
- Keeps a child interested in reading
What makes this stand out?
This set of books will provide young teens with hour upon hour of enjoyment as they immerse themselves into the world of this teenage character who will feel like a friend.
Paracord Charm Bracelet Making Set
Summary
This bracelet making set comes with all the accessories that teenagers need to make up to 8 wonderful bracelets. Teens are able to choose between different colors, as well as 5 charms meaning they are provided with the ability to customize how they want their bracelets to look.
Not to mention, this set is a lot of fun for girls to use and make bracelets for each other in groups. They’re able to have a group experience together, which is excellent for their social skills and ability to work well in teams.
Pros
- Inspires creativity
- Range of colors are available
Cons
- Some find they were missing parts upon delivery
What makes this stand out?
We liked how teens are provided with some choice when making their bracelets to ensure that they have a more customized end products.
Melissa and Doug Flower Fleece Quilt
Summary
Melissa & Doug’s quilt is a great item that any young lady would appreciate receiving. It has been designed without any sewing and comes with a wonderful design of flowers, patterns, and colors.
We liked how they have used high-quality fleece materials. This ensures that the quilt feels super comfy. There is a total of 48 squares made of fleece available and girls are able to put them together.
This is a great gift to get a teen girl away from excessive screen time while allowing them to have a unique and fun experience.
Pros
- Sparks imagination
- Unique gift
- High-quality materials
Cons
- Can take a long time to put together
What makes this stand out?
This quilt gift is fun for teenage girls to assemble and be creative. They’re also able to use to keep themselves warm and comfortable.
Watercolor Pencils With Drawing Pads
Summary
If your child likes using watercolors to create their own artwork then this watercolor pencil set will make the perfect birthday, Christmas or Valentine’s gift! The set comes with 72 watercolor pencils in a nice storage tin as well as two 50 page drawing tablets that are the perfect weight for watercolors.
The pencils can be used wet or dry and are break resistant with a soft and dense wax core.
Positives
- Lots of colors and shades to choose from
- Pigments are rich and soft
- The storage tin keeps everything neatly organized
Negatives
- Some users got pencils with broken tips
What makes this stand out?
This drawing pencil set is great for experimenting with watercolor pencils and if something goes wrong the company’s customer service department seems to be dedicated at making things right when there is a problem with these pencils.
Indoor & Outdoor Games
All teens want something fun to do in their free time and prefer to enjoy toys and games that they can use on their own as well as with their friends or other family members. While some young teens like toys that can be enjoyed quietly, others prefer to play more active or lively games. Here is a selection of some of the best indoor and outdoor games and toys that should meet most young teens’ idea of fun.
Hookey Ring Toss
Summary
This is a hanging ring toss game that can be used either inside or outside. The ring toss board itself comes in your choice of 3 different sizes 8 inches, 11.8 inches and 20 inches. This is a great game for your young teenager to play on their own or with friends and family members. The game consists of the game board and plastic rings in two different colors.
Positives
- This game is a great alternative to darts
- Helps teens continue to practice basic math skills while having fun
- Can be played with all ages
Negatives
- Some boards arrived missing hooks and/or rings
What makes this stand out?
This ring toss game can be taken anywhere and is simple and easy to play.
Spontuneous Singing Board Game
Summary
Spontuneous is a game where everyone breaks out in song. The object of the game is to be the first one to sing a few words of a song that contains a trigger word you are given so you can advance along the board. Scattered about the board are extra things to do in order to move forward. This game is best played with 4 to 10 players.
This board game is a great way to get your young teen to enjoy quality time with the family!
Positives
- Simple rules and the game is easy to play
- Can be played by various ages
- Produces lots of smiles and laughter
Negatives
- Some users don’t like having to come up with their own trigger words
What makes this stand out?
This game offers players a fun way to compete that will keep everyone laughing and feeling upbeat, win or lose.
Bottle Bash
Summary
Bottle Bash is a flying disc inspired game that can be played inside (in a large space such as a gymnasium) or outside. The game includes 2 telescoping poles, 2 plastic bottles, and a built-in cup holder (for inside use) It also comes with a bag to store and carry the game in. This Bottle Bash game is portable enough for the beach, park backyard and more.
Positives
- Scorekeepers are built right into the poles
- This game is suitable for almost all ages
- Bottle Bash is very portable
Negatives
- Some of the poles keep coming apart during play
What makes this stand out?
Bottle Bash is a great family, party or competition game making it a favorite for families, camping trips, parties, or a day at the park.
Catan Board Game
Summary
Catan is a strategic game where each player acts as a settler to settle the land of Catan and build roads and buildings while trying to expand their civilization across the board to achieve the number of points needed to win. The game is designed for 3 to 4 players, but you can purchase expansion packs that allow for more players to join in the fun.
Positives
- The game is interesting enough to get teens away from those electronic games
- The game is easy to learn, but never gets boring
- This is a fun game that helps your child develop strategy
Negatives
- Some people have received counterfeit games that lack quality
What makes this stand out?
Catan is a game that allows players to build their civilizations, which many teenagers find to be fun and interesting.
Stare! Junior Edition
Summary
This board game is fantastic for a girl who is turning 13 because it provides them with a good way to spend more quality time in groups with family and friends. There is a range of 160 cards, a game board, playing pieces, sand timer, die, and 960 questions. So, you can be sure that you’ll be able to play this game for a quite a long time due to how many questions are available.
While playing, girls are provided with an excellent opportunity to improve their memory and their ability to concentrate for longer.
Pros
- Fun family game
- Improves concentration
- Develops memory
Cons
- Some teens get a little bored of this game after a while
What makes this stand out?
Teens have been having a blast playing this board game with friends and family while improving their social skills. Their memory recall and ability to focus can also be developed further.
Gift Ideas for Girls Who Like Sports
Sports should be an important part of any young girl’s teenage years whether that sport is something they pursue on their own like skating, skateboarding, snowboarding, or skiing or something they participate in with friends and family or take part in more organized team sports. Having the right sporting equipment to meet your child’s interest will make taking part in sports more fun and help your child to develop a life long skill. Here is a look at some of the best sporting equipment that most young ladies would enjoy.
Imay 45” Recurve Archery Set
Summary
This practice archery set is perfect for a 13 year old girl who like sports and the outdoors. It comes with a curved longbow, 9 arrows with blunt tips and 2 paper targets. This longbow can be used by either right or left hand archers and is perfect for beginners who have an interest in archery and want to practice their skills. The bow does come in a choice of 4 colors, black, blue, red or green.
Positives
- This archery set has everything need for target practice for teens
- Most parents like that there are 9 blunt tipped arrows in this set
- The entire set appears to be sturdy
Negatives
- Some of the archery sets arrived without the string for the bow
What makes this stand out?
This iMay archery set is inexpensive enough that a young teen can see if they have a real interest in archery before committing to an expensive set.
Boulder Portable Badminton Net
Summary
There are a number of sports teens enjoy that require the use of a net including soccer, badminton, volleyball, tennis, pickleball and more. This net can be used for most of these sports and is easy to set up, free standing and height and width adjustable.
This net is portable and is easy to transport to the beach, park or your own backyard. It comes with it’s own carry bag.
Positives
- This net is versatile
- Easy to set up and take down
- Very stable as long as you don’t hang on it
Negatives
- Some users feel that there are some weak points in the net
What makes this net stand out?
The fact that this net can be used for a variety of sports makes it a great piece of equipment for families who have an active teenage girl.
Play Spin Portable Table Tennis
Summary
Table Tennis is a simple and easy sport that people of all ages enjoy playing. It is a game that can be played inside or out and is a sport that your kiddo can enjoy with family members or friends. This portable table tennis set consists of a retractable net, 2 paddles, and 3 balls in a convenient storage case. The net can be stretched up to 72 inches wide and fits any table that is 2 inches thick.
Positives
- This portable table tennis is good quality
- It is extremely portable
- Easy to set up and to take down
Negatives
Some users experienced problems with the net sagging
What makes this stand out?
The great thing about this table tennis set is that it is perfect for casual players of this sport, because it can be stored when not in use.
Wilson Basketball
Summary
Whether your daughter plays on an organized school basketball team, simply enjoys playing a game with friends on Saturday or prefers to shoot hoops alone in her own backyard she deserves a quality basketball.
This Wilson NCAA basketball is professional quality and has a moisture absorbing cover making it perfect for use indoors or out. The ball cover also allows players to keep a good grip on the ball and it dribbles just like you want that basketball to bounce.
Most important of all this basketball is the standard size used in girls high school basketball!
Positives
- Professional quality basketball
- Durable
- Has a nice bounce
Negatives
- There really aren’t any serious complaints about this quality basketball
What makes this stand out?
Wilson is one of the best known names in sports equipment and this basketball is a good example of why everyone from the amateur sports enthusiast to professional choose this brand.
GoSports Splash Hoop For Pools
Summary
During those hot summer months your teenage daughter, granddaughter or niece will want to get together with friends and have fun while staying cool. So why not give her something that will make that pool time more fun by combining two fun sports like swimming and basketball. The Splash Hoop for pools comes with a floating hoop (that doesn’t need to be inflated) 2 different size water basketballs and a pump for the balls.
This splash hoop is designed to remain upright no matter how much splashing occurs making it perfect for continual play as people shoot baskets one after another.
Positives
- The hoop is easy to assemble
- Parents and kids like that there are no inflatable parts to the hoop that lose air and keep needing to be pumped up
- 2 different size balls makes for more exciting play
Negatives
- The ring on the hoop deteriorated faster than some users expected
What makes this stand out?
The sturdy frame on this splash hoop makes it worth the price and allows it to hold up better than most other pool basketball frames.
Bedroom Essentials
By the age of 13 most children feel the need to have a place where they are surrounded by their own things and feel a sense of self in the way they’ve decided to decorate. For most teens that is their bedroom, that they get to help decorate by choosing items that fit their personality. Here are some quality bedroom essentials that would make great gifts for a teen girl.
Rose Flower Desk Tree Lamp
Summary
This lamp is a superb accompaniment to a teenage girl’s bedroom – especially if they have a small desk, book shelf, or nightstand.
We liked how girls the lamp has branches that can be easily twisted into different positions to ensure they’re able to set it up exactly how they like.
It’s powered by a battery and comes with a USB port that you can use to charge it via a cable. This means you can charge it with any device that’s USB compatible.
Pros
- Unique gift
- Easy to charge
- Can alter branch position
Cons
- Doesn’t light up as bright as some were expecting
What makes this stand out?
We liked how this lamp makes for a fantastic decor piece. Girls are able to adjust the position of the branches to make sure it looks perfect.
Bed-in-a-bag Set
Summary
Having some great looking and comfortable bedding is something that most girl considers to be essential to their bedroom décor. This bed in a bag set can be purchased in either twin or double and comes in either 5 (twin) or 7 (double) pieces and a variety of colors and styles.
The twin set comes with a comforter, flat and fitted sheet, one pillow sham and one pillow case where the full size set adds another pillow sham and another pillow case.
Positives
- This set comes in some vivid and stunning colors
- The set holds up well for the price
- This bed-in-a-bag set is a good value for the money\
Negatives
- This set is not the best quality
What makes this stand out?
This bed-in-a-bag set has everything needed to make up an attractive bed that could become the focal point of your teenager’s bedroom.
Makeup Mirror
Summary
This oversized makeup mirror is perfect for bedrooms that are too small for a dedicated vanity table. This mirror measures 14.56 inches long and 8.97 inches wide to provide a wide viewing angle. This mirror has 35 dimmable LED lights and includes a 10X magnifying small mirror with suction cups.
Positives
- This mirror can be battery operated or plugged into an outlet
- The lighting is adjustable
- The small 10X mirror is handy for close up viewing
Negatives
- The lights are dimmer than many people expected
What makes this stand out?
The large size of this mirror makes it a favorite of many teens and even adult women.
Compact Floating Desk
Summary
Every young girl needs a dedicated space in which to study, draw, and work on their computer. This compact floating desk provides them with that space without cluttering up the floor. This desk comes in a choice of 4 colors white, black, drifted gray or Espresso. It has a built in cable management system and 3 shelves for storage of materials. This desk measures 38 inches wide, 37 ¾ inches high and 19 ¾ inches deep.
Positives
- This desk is easy to assemble and mount
- It saves space in a small rooms
- This desk will easily hold a desktop computer
Negatives
- Some of these desks come with missing parts
What makes this stand out?
This compact floating desk is modern and will take up little space in your teenager’s room.
Hanging Hammock Chair
Summary
This hanging macrame swing chair is attractive, stylish and comfortable and the perfect place to sit and read, listen to music or just daydream. This chair does need to be hung from a ceiling beam or stud and will bear a weight of at least 250 pounds.
Positives
- Cute and stylish
- Extremely comfortable
- Great quality and excellent value
Negatives
- Some users stated that their chair broke after only a couple of months of use.
What makes this stand out?
This hanging hammock chair is a fun and unique addition to almost any 13 year old girls room!
Simple & Inexpensive Gift Ideas Under $25
While any of the products mentioned throughout this article would make a great birthday gift for any young lady we thought that you might like some inexpensive git ideas.
JustBe Bracelet Making Kit
Summary
With a total of 15 beads, 10 rainbow glass beads, and 20 beads made out of metal, as well as silver chain bracelets, girls are provided with plenty of accessories to have fun with making their own bracelets.
Furthermore, the set can be an exciting way to get together in small groups to make bracelets for each other.
Pros
- Inspires imaginative thinking
- Lots of accessories included
Cons
- Not as durable as some were expecting
What makes this stand out?
Teenagers are able to be highly creative with making these bracelets due to how many accessory pieces are included.
Magnetic Tile Art Set
Summary
The magnetic art set comes with magnets, tiles, a brush, and a paint strip. This allows teenaged females to make different designs on the individual tiles that they can use to put on a fridge or locker door.
This can be a meaningful gift because it allows teenagers to customize how they design the tiles. We also liked how this is a fantastic set for encouraging girls to think with more creativity.
Pros
- Inspires creativity
- Powerful magnets
- Art equipment is included
Cons
- Tiles are smaller than some were expecting
What makes this stand out?
Girls have been loving how they’re able to design each of the tiles with a unique design that they can stick up on a locker door or a fridge.
Color Your Own Water Bottle
Summary
If you’re looking to buy something that’s useful, while also letting your girl put their artistic side to good use, this water bottle could be a great option.
It comes with all the equipment that teenagers need to decorate their water bottle. As a result, teens are provided with an excellent opportunity to design their bottle however they like.
This is excellent for boosting their ability to think more creatively. It can also make for a fun group activity with friends.
Pros
- Can improve social skills
- All the equipment needed is provided
Cons
- Difficult to clean
What makes this stand out?
Girl can have an absolute blast designing their own water bottle and be highly creative. This gift idea is also very practical and useful each and every day.
Ultimate Slime Kit
Summary
This slime kit is a pretty different kind of gift, but all kids seem to have a blast with Slime, even up into their early teen years.
We liked how it has a fantastic glow-in-the-dark element. It makes the slime kit a lot of fun to use in the dark. We were also impressed with how the slime can change colors. Girls have been liking how there is glitter slime available in the kit too.
There’s an instructional manual included that enables girls to follow the step-by-step process to making their own slime. The kit comes with a scoop, glue bottle, glow powder, measuring cups, storage containers, mixing cups, straws, and sticks.
Pros
- All the equipment needed is provided
- Fun glow-in-the-dark feature
- A unique gift idea
Cons
- Refills are needed faster than some were anticipating
What makes this stand out?
Girls have been having a lot of fun playing with this slime kit due to how different it is. They’ve also been liking how the slime glows in the dark.
20-Pack Hair Accessories
Summary
This set of hair clips offers 20 clips each in a different style that makes them perfect for wear with different outfits and different hair styles. These clips will make any 13 year old girl feel special and beautiful regardless of how they wear their hair.
Positives
- These clips can add a touch of elegance to any hair style
- Each clip is good sized
- The quality is good for price
Negatives
- Some of these clips break easily
What makes this stand out?
The sheer variety of hair clips for the price makes this set an excellent value.
Cute Wool Socks
Summary
With this set of crew socks there are 5 pairs of colorful socks that are made up of a wool, cotton, and polyester blend with a fuzzy inner lining. These socks come in sizes to fit 6 through 10 and are great for colder weather as they can be worn as cabin socks with jeans or boots and will keep the feet warm during outdoor activities.
Positives
- Soft and comfortable for most people
- These socks wash well in cold water
- The colors and designs are cute
Negatives
- There is a thick seam across the toes that some people find uncomfortable
What makes this stand out?
This set of socks are not only cute, but they sell for a reasonable price giving you great value for your money.
Stocking Stuffers
While every teenager enjoys the large expensive presents they find under the tree it is often those small inexpensive gifts that are stuffed into their stocking on Christmas that are the true surprise. Here are some unique and fun stocking stuffers that most teen girls would be thrilled to receive.
Vintage Flower Barrettes
Summary
These beautiful barrettes will capture your child’s eye and make her feel like a modern day princess. This set of 4 barrettes come in 4 different designs and colors (pink, purple, gold and blue). The flowers, leaves and butterflies details add to the elegance of the overall design while the faux crystals add just the right amount of bling.
Positives
- Perfect for medium to thick hair
- These barrettes can dress up any hairstyle or outfit
- The clasp on these barrettes are sturdy
Negatives
- These barrettes slide out of thin hair
What makes these stand out?
These barrettes are stylish and elegant and come in a lovely gift box.
Cliganic Organic Lip Balm Set
Summary
Lip balm is something that most teenage girls use daily and year round. A 100% organic lip balm that is hypoallergenic and nourishes and moisturizes the lips is something that every young woman wants and needs. This set of lip balms comes in 6 different flavors that includes coconut, mint burst, beeswax, citrus, vanilla and Eucalyptus mint. These lip balms are made in the USA.
Positives
- Really keeps lips moisturized
- Helps heal chapped lips
- The flavors are not overpowering
Negatives
- Some users find that this lip balm crumbles easily
What makes this stand out?
This set of lip balms has some great flavors and is reasonably priced.
Vlando Faux Leather Travel Jewelry Case
Summary
This little travel jewelry case comes in your choice of 6 different colors (black, white, pink, blue, gray or red.) The case is simply designed measuring about 4” X 4” X 2” and is designed simply with a row for rings on the right side of the case, larger removable or adjustable sections on the left and a pocket in the lid of the case and a zipper closure.
Positives
- Holds enough jewelry for a weekend trip
- The adjustable compartments are handy
- This little case is quite durable
Negatives
The removable separates don’t stay in place well
What makes this stand out?
This little jewelry case is well made and will easily fit in a large bag, backpack or suitcase.
Moon, Earth and Star Earrings Set
Summary
Jewelry always makes a great stocking stuffer for 13 year old girls and these moon, earth and star earrings are sure to be a hit with any teenager who has pierced ears. The earrings are made from brass and enamel and have pastel rhinestones for a little bit of bling. These earrings are sophisticated, trendy and fun.
Positives
- Very pretty especially considering the price
- Has great details to make these earrings stand out
- They look more expensive than they actually are
Negatives
- These earrings are delicate and break easily
What makes these stand out?
The design and detail of these earrings makes them trendy and popular fashion earrings.
Buyers Guide to Gifts Ideas for a 13 Year Old Girl
Now that you have a better idea about the different kinds of gifts that are available, you can begin to narrow down your search to find the ones that you think they’d like the most. Whether the gift is for a birthday or you’re looking for Christmas list ideas we’ve got your covered with the options above.
However, we’ve reviewed quite a few options throughout this post, so if you’re not feeling completely certain about the gift that you want to pick, this buyers guide section is for you.
What are Good Christmas Presents for 13 Year Old Gals?
If you’re wondering what stuff to get for your thirteen yr old when it comes to Christmas, it’s a time where the family is getting together to spend some quality time in each others company. Therefore, it may be a good idea to get her a game that the whole family can enjoy together.
At this age we think a tech gift like an iPad is perfect or even the nail polish set which can be a fun activity for girls to partake in. All 3 of these make good Christmas gift since they’re stuff that can be enjoyed inside during the winter.
What are Good Birthday Presents for 13 Year Old Girls?
As far as a girls 13th birthday is concerned, most of the choices throughout this review would be great. Although, if she’s planning on having a little get together with her friends or there’s a slumber party happening, there are some gifts that may be better.
For example, the kits that involve making jewelry could be a fantastic idea. This is because it allows teens to interact in groups and to bond by making jewelry for each other. A board game such as Catan is also a good idea as a gift for a girl to enjoy with her friends.
We also think the purse in our list makes a wonderful gift idea any girl is sure to love!
What Are Unique Gifts for a 13 Year Old Girl Who Has Everything?
Finding gift for teenage girls who already seem to have everything can be pretty tough. However, we have made sure to include a number of great gifts that are a little more unique.
The gifts that involve any kind of arts and crafts would be fantastic in this situation. This is due to the fact that they provide teenagers with a great opportunity to use their imagination to come up with different designs.
Other options they may enjoy include the Bluetooth speaker we covered or perhaps and the instant we’ve included!
Final Thoughts on the Top Rated 13 Year Old Gifts
So, that concludes our list extensive list of gift ideas, we hope we’ve sufficiently answered your question of ‘what do 13 year old girls like’. Be sure to read through the main features, pros, cons, and the aspects that make each gift stand out.
That’s what will provide you with the best idea of the one that would be the best fit for the teen that you’re buying for. At this age we know it can be difficult trying to figure out the kinds of things that they’re into.
However, we hope that we have managed to make your job easier, inpsired new thought and insight into finding the best gifts for the teen girl you’re buying for!
