The holidays are the time of giving and receiving. While getting some great gifts might be fun, gifting them is even better. There is no one harder to impress than those little nieces and nephews, and this holds true no matter what their age.

Give the best in the family and be the cool uncle. (The one, the only.) This year take the prize by sharing the most unique, unexpected, useful and colorful gifts found under the tree.

Keith Haring Puzzle

Finally a puzzle you won’t mind following participating in. Black and white, but more interesting than the rest on the market. (Except those puppies and kittens ones. Those are undeniably cute.) The Keith Haring Puzzle is $35.

Merino Base Layer by Smartwool

Give the gift of style and warmth. This merino wool base layer is comfy, cool and functional. The Kid’s Merino 250 Base Layer Pattern Zip T retails for $65 from Smartwool.

Big Boys Stone Mixer Hat by Volcom

Solemnly swear with those pinkies. Send your favorite family member to school in style with the Big Boys Stone Mixer Hat by Volcom, $26.50. Don’t let the name fool you – your niece would dig this as well.

My First Chess Set

Because if you’re not going to teach them…really who will? Even if you have to learn for yourself first (that’s what YouTube is for)… teach the little one in your life how to play a classic game that will win them accolades forever. Even if you don’t win… it’s a talent to know how to play. Get My First Chess Set from the Moma Store for just $32.

Seagull Beach Towel by Birdwell Britches

Help those kids through the tough winter months by getting them excited about summer. Gift a cheeky beach towel maybe with some tickets to the local water park & another visit by their favorite family member. Try this one by Birdwell Britches, $49.95

Camo Joggers by Volcom

These joggers are so cool, we wish we could get them in our size. The Little Boys Frickin Modern Tapered Joggers in camouflage are available from Volcom for $42.50.

National Park Fill-In-The-Blank Journal from Parks Project

Inspire adventure with this fun journal just for kids. Keep them busy during a long car ride or share some laughs during tent time. The National Parks Fill-In-The-Blank Adventure Journal is made by Parks Project and sells for $18.

Captain Beanie by Captain Fin

A beanie for the youts (not youths.) Vinny Gambini would approve. This beanie looks just like the one for you…only sized smaller. What a perfect fit. Get the Captain Beanie by Captain Fin for $19.

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