Age nine is really fun. Kids this age are on the cusp of growing up, but they’re still happy to play in the mud, do crazy cannonballs into the pool, and dress up for afternoons of make-believe.
If you have a 9-year-old girl in your life, I have some birthday gift ideas that will please most any personality.
CLOTHES BY VINEYARD VINES
Fancy dresses are nice, but most 9-year-olds live in and love everyday basics.
If you buy a nine-year-old any of the following they are bound to get worn: t-shirts, shorts, skorts, and leggings.
Here’s a rule of thumb for you when you go shopping: stick to solids, look for soft materials, and stay away from trendy messages + large logos.
For starters, take a peek at Vineyard Vines – which offers classy, sophisticated clothing for the whole family. The “vibe” of this brand is preppy and comfortable – perfect for a seaside vacation, day trip to the lake, or picnic in the backyard.
Pictured Above: Girls’ Indigo Denim Shorts, Girls’ Striped Dress, Girls’ Ruffle Jumpsuit, Girls’ Palm Stripe Graphic Hoodie, and Girls’ Denim Pull-On Leggings. Model is age 9 (wearing size 10 or M in all pieces).
NANCY DREW TOTE BAG
It’s no mystery that any tween girl will love the Nancy Drew Tote by Out of Print. Made with quality materials, the bag is an ideal gift for any young reader. You don’t even have to buy wrapping paper! Toss in a few action-packed novels, a pack of gummy worms (aka “bookworms”), and a bookmark…and you’ll have a thrilling present.
FLIP-FLOPS
Our Arizona kids wear flip-flops year round, but girls from any state or climate will appreciate a new pair of beach-inspired sandals. Casual enough to wear with shorts, but dressy enough to pair with a swishy skirt too. Smaller sizes (3/4, 5/6, 7/8, and 9/10) have a backstrap for easier walking.
- BUY Little Ahi sandals – Starfish Swirl (peach) or Ice Cream (mint).
- FOLLOW Reef on Facebook and Instagram.
AMERICAN GIRL COOKBOOKS
You already know that an American Girl doll is a perfect gift for a 9-year-old girl, but have you considered the brand’s cookbooks? With gorgeous full-color spreads and easy-to-follow recipes, American Girl offers a series of thematic cookbooks that are perfectly targeted for this range.
- BUY the American Girl My First Cookbook Collection.
- FOLLOW Insight Editions on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
AQUA SPHERE GOGGLES
Any young swimmer will appreciate a brand new pair of goggles to protect their eyes in the pool. Goggles are a must for diving, somersaulting, doing handstands, even playing “Marco Polo” with a pack of cousins in grandma’s pool!
Our family recently discovered the Aqua Sphere brand and we have all been impressed by the well-constructed, thoughtful design of their goggles! They are leak-proof and have the BEST mechanism for adjusting the band (super easy for adults and kids to get the size just right!).
Pictured Above: Vista Jr. Clear. Model is age 9 and they are a perfect fit!
* You may also want to consider the Kayenne Jr. for kids around this age or the Kaiman Compact Fit for adult swimmers.
A GREAT PAIR OF LEGGINGS
Athletic clothing is one of my go-to gifts for kids of all ages. Because they are comfortable, breathable, and somewhat “neutral” in design, athletic clothes are an almost no-fail gift, regardless of the birthday kid’s personality or interests.
For well-made, well-fitting, and stylish clothing for runners, hikers, bikers, swimmers, and explorers, browse the collection at Athleta Girl by Gap Inc. Available in sizes XS (6), S (7), M (8-10), L (12), and XL (14).
Pictured Above: Chit Chat Capri 2.0. Model is age 9 and wearing a size M.
UNITED STATES PUZZLE
Depending on what school your 9-year-old gift recipient attends, she may be learning her states & capitals. This brightly-colored, appealingly artistic puzzle by eeboo is a fun and beautiful tool to help her with the memorization. Sure to be appreciated by parents and younger siblings too!
STATIONERY SET OR JOURNAL
Our 9-year-old is a Pen Pal PRO! She has about ten pen pals and loves writing (and receiving!) letters. If the girl in your life loves writing, she will be delighted to receive the In The Meadow Lost Arts Stationery Set by eeBoo. It’s hard to tell what is inside just by looking at the box, but peek inside and you will find 28 note papers and 20 adorable coordinating envelopes.
You might also consider the adorable Otters Journal – with a LOCK & KEY! Perfect for top secret writing!
ASTRONAUT COSTUME
If you know a girl with starry eyes and her head in the clouds, take a look at the Apollo 11 Astronaut Suit by Aeromax Toys. This suit was specially made to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission. Super cute + well-made with official NASA and Apollo 11 patches, the suit also comes with a coordinating cap that can be worn with other clothing. Available in sizes 2/3, 4/6, 6/8, and 8/10.
* Model is age 9 and wearing size 6/8.
KINDERKITCHEN ESSENTIAL SET
Yes – You can give your daughter knives for her birthday! If your 9-year-old loves cooking and helping in the kitchen, the Kinderkitchen® Essential Set is a strong pick. It features two knives (one serrated, one straight) and a pair of shears. They work surprisingly well too! She can chop veggies, herbs, and fruit to her heart’s content!
DISNEY PRINCESS POP-UP BOOK
A beautifully made pop-up book is a gift of wonder and delight. As Brian Lies so eloquently put it, “…it doesn’t matter where you look, there’s nothing like a pop-up book.” If you are a collector of pop-up books, you will undoubtedly be familiar with creator Matthew Reinhart, one of the most notable artists in this arena. The pictures above only offer only a small glimpse of all of the surprises and whimsical details that are included in this magical book.
- BUY “Disney Princess: A Magical Pup-Up World” by Matthew Reinhart.
- FOLLOW Insight Editions on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
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What birthday gift ideas would you add for 9-year-old girls?
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* Some of the above products were sent to us for testing/review purposes. As always, I only feature items we truly love and you’re always welcome to contact me directly with any questions.
