Eleven-year-old girls are at a little bit of a fickle age which can make buying a gift for their birthday challenging! As they hit middle school age and their tween years, they’re becoming hormonal, independent, and care more about their social identity. However, that’s not to say they won’t still enjoy toys and games – as we said, fickle!
To help make your gift-buying experience easier, we’ve handpicked the best presents across a range of departments and budgets to make buying for the eleven-year-old girl in your life simpler. From the latest TikTok trends to classic crowdpleasers to those with definite interests and hobbies, we’ve catered for every tween in our gift guide to make sure she has the best eleventh birthday ever.
Beauty & Health
Though most parents won’t want to hear it, eleven-year-old girls start caring a lot about their self-image at this time. It’s important to let them express themselves and feel comfortable in their skin, so now might be a good time to help them experiment with safe makeup and fragrances. We’ve found the best health and beauty products that an eleven-year-old girl is going to love trying out on her birthday.
Victoria’s Secret Fragrance Mist Collection
Treat a birthday girl to her own fragrance with this Victoria’s Secret Fragrance Mist Collection gift box. Inside the pink box are four popular preteen scents: Love Spell, Pure Seduction, Bare Vanilla, and Velvet Petals. The fragrances come in a range of fruity, floral, and vanilla styles. Each 2.5-ounce mist is TSA-friendly and fits easily into a purse or backpack for travel.
Expressions Glitter Lip Gloss Set
At the tween stage, many girls look to explore the world of make-up. These eight lip glosses are a fun gift for an eleven-year-old. Each non-toxic lip balm comes in a different flavor variety and moisturizes dry lips – perfect as a starter set. They are packaged in a clear circular carrying case with a ribbon handle and are ready to gift to the birthday girl.
Clothing, Shoes, Jewelry & Watches
As we said, self-identity will likely be important to girls around this age, especially as they gain tighter friendship groups. Help them feel fabulous at home and in the schoolyard with our top picks for clothes, shoes, jewelry, and watches.
Whether she’s already caring about the latest trends, or just wants to express her individuality our recommendations will have her feeling her most glamorous self on her eleventh birthday.
Topgal Leopard Cat Robe
This sweet Topgal Leopard Cat Robe is colorful and comfy. The purple print is dotted with a leopard pattern and two cat ears adorn the top of the hood. Two pockets are perfect to warm hands or to store snacks. A girl can wear this robe to lounge around the house, or use it to dry off after a pool party.
VeryMerryMakering 11th Birthday Bracelet Necklace
Give a gift to commemorate a special birthday with this VeryMerryMakering 11th Birthday Bracelet Necklace. This charm bracelet is made from durable stainless steel with deep purple flower designs and rhinestone accents. One charm also shares an encouraging message with an eleven-year-old, letting her know she is brave and strong. The birthday girl will cherish this bracelet for years to come.
Leaper Small Canvas Crossbody Bag
The compact Leaper Canvas Crossbody Bag is a perfect size for an eleven-year-old to carry around. It has a cute owl design and plenty of pockets. Stash items for easy access in a pocket on the front or back of the purse. There are also pockets on the inside to keep the purse organized. With its adjustable strap, you can carry this bag over a shoulder or cross-body.
Educational
Though they might be more reluctant to admit it, eleven-year-old girls are often bright, inquisitive, curious things with a real interest in learning more about the world around them.
Whether they love school or could do with a hand getting more involved, we’ve found the most fun educational gifts that will have them learning without them even realizing it! The eleven-year-old girl in your life will love digging into these educational gifts on her birthday.
Sleepover Party Mad Libs: World’s Greatest Word Game
With Sleepover Party Mad Libs, a girl is set for lots of giggles. This book includes 21 stories that an eleven-year-old can help to write. Each tale requires the reader to add nouns, adverbs, adjectives, and other parts of speech. Once you insert these words into the proper blanks in the story, hilarity ensues. Mad Libs is a perfect party game for an eleven-year-old and her friends.
Harry Potter Books 1-7 Special Edition Boxed Set
An eleven-year-old girl will enjoy reading through the stories in this Harry Potter Special Edition boxed set. The set includes all seven books from the best-selling series, from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone to Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. These page-turning books allow a girl to enter the magical world of wizards and muggles while encouraging her to read.
The Land of Stories Complete Set By Chris Colfer
The Land of Stories Complete Set by Chris Colfer follows two twins, Alex and Conner, as they enter a world full of magic. In these seven paperback books, the girl and boy meet and interact with characters from classic fairy tales. The adventures begin when the twins receive an old book of fiction from their grandmother for their 12th birthday. These books are packed with fun and suspense.
American Girl A Smart Girl Guide: Middle School
The first year of middle school marks a big change in the life of an eleven-year-old. This American Girl A Smart Girl Guide: Middle School can help a girl learn the ropes while putting some nerves to rest. This guide walks a girl through what to expect at middle school with friendly tips and fun quizzes. An eleven-year-old will be ready for her first year of middle school with this American Girl guide.
Electronics
Electronics are a great gift to get to eleven-year-old girls. Not only do the latest gadgets speak their language, so they’ll really appreciate it, but tech can be so much fun and personal to them too.
Whether they love music, capturing moments with friends, or are obsessed with making their room super cozy, we’ve got the best electronic gifts that an eleven-year-old girl is going to be ecstatic about on her birthday.
Outus Reading Night Light
The Outus Reading Night Light lets a girl read into the night without the bright glare of an overhead light. The warm LED book light is easy on the eyes, spreads light across the full page, and is portable. When you finish reading, you can tuck it into the book’s pages to save your place. Two nightlights come in this set, so you can leave one at home and take one on the go.
Minetom Fairy Lights
These Minetom Fairy Lights cast a beautiful glow to brighten up a room. A girl can use them to hang above her bed, light a favorite picture, decorate a blanket fort, or wrap a tree. Choose from 16 vibrant colors and 13 display modes from the buttons on the remote. These portable, battery-operated lights are waterproof for indoor and outdoor use.
Eyesound Night Light Bluetooth Speaker
The Eyesound Night Light Bluetooth Speaker can light up a room and play a girl’s favorite tunes. This multifunctional device can switch between seven colors, receive calls, and be set as an alarm. A remote control lets the user control the settings with the touch of a button. This Bluetooth speaker can play music for eight hours before recharging. This portable speaker is perfect to set on a nightstand or to use during outdoor exercise and play.
Fujifilm Instax Mini 9 Instant Camera
The ice blue Fujifilm Instax Mini 9 Instant Camera has the retro charm of the original Polaroid cameras with updated features. This miniature camera gives suggestions for appropriate light settings but also allows manual control. A mirror ensures that you look sharp in each selfie photo, and a macro lens can take detailed close-ups. The instant miniature photos can fit easily in a wallet or journal pages.
Daniumao Moon Cloud Neon Sign
Once girls hit the tween stage, they often enjoy giving their room a remake. This Daniumao Moon Cloud Neon Sign is an affordable gift that can add pizzazz to a bedroom. The neon sign uses silicon LED strip lights and charges with a USB plug. This bright and happy wall decoration will be a stunning focal point in a girl’s room.
Home, Garden, & Tools
Though the eleven-year-old girl in your life is likely spending a lot of her free time in extracurricular activities or hanging out with friends, you can make her time spent at home much more enjoyable.
Girls this age often care a lot about how their room is decorated, wanting it to be a safe, snuggly space that feels like “them”. Gifts that help them express their personality and enjoy some downtime at home will be much appreciated as a young girl turns eleven. Take a look at our top recommendations to help you out.
Darnassus 155-Piece Trifold Easel Art Set
The Darnassus Trifold Easel Art Set lets a young artist take her art with her wherever she goes. This 155-piece set has drawing pencils, markers, watercolors, crayons, and other essentials. In the middle of the trifold set, a girl has an easel to prop up a blank sheet and get to work. These high-quality art supplies and the case’s all-in-one design will make an artistic girl happy.
Risefit Waterproof Drawstring Bag
If you know a girl who enjoys hiking or extracurricular activities at school, this Risefit Waterproof Drawstring Bag would be a thoughtful gift. This lightweight bag has a double layer of water-resistant fabric to keep important items safe and dry. Its large capacity can fit clothes, athletic shoes, a laptop, or a yoga towel. The wide shoulder straps make this bag easy to carry.
Pottery Barn Sherpa Ivory Hang-A-Round Chair
This Pottery Barn Sherpa Ivory Hang-A-Round Chair surrounds you with comfort wherever you go. You can relax against the warm and fluffy sherpa-style cover on chilly days. The large, round shape lets you lounge in your favorite position. With its folding frame, you can carry this cozy chair to a quiet corner of the house or take it where the action is happening.
UGG Euphoria Throw Blanket
Someone who likes the cozy comfort of UGG boots will love the soft warmth of this UGG Euphoria Throw Blanket. The eco-friendly blanket is machine-washable and fit for indoor or outdoor use. Its lightweight, plush material makes it a great choice in any season. This white, oversized throw is perfect for cuddling with a partner or lounging with a good book on cold days.
AstroAI Mini Fridge
An eleven-year-old can keep snacks cool or warm with this AstroAI Mini Fridge. The fridge has a 32° to 150°F temperature range and a four-liter capacity. It can come in handy when a girl needs an energy boost while cramming for a school test. Or, she can use it to store skin care products. This versatile fridge doesn’t take up much space and can be used again and again.
LiyuanQ Photo Clip String Lights
The LiyuanQ Photo Clip String Lights put your photos in a good light night or day. The light string has 40 clips to hang pictures, drawings, or concert stubs. Each photo clip has a low voltage warm white light. You can use the remote control to create a flash pattern to suit your mood. These lights use very little energy and add a nice ambiance.
Y- Stop Hammock Chair
A girl can relax with a good book in the fresh air with this comfy Y-Stop Hammock Chair. The chair has a spreader bar to distribute weight and add support. It comes with two fluffy pillows and a pocket for keeping a phone or snack near. This relaxing hanging chair is a great addition to a porch, courtyard, or bedroom.
Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza
This Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza game is fun for an eleven-year-old girl to play with her friends. The card game is compact enough to fit in a purse or backpack for trips and sleepovers. Each fast-paced game lasts around 10 to 15 minutes. Once you learn the rules, you can have silly and competitive fun with a group and lots of laughs.
Duff Goldman DIY Baking Set
The birthday girl can fix her own sweet treats with this Duff Goldman DIY Baking Set. The set includes pre-measured dry ingredients and toppings to create the ultimate S’more sandwich cookies. Detailed instructions ensure that each kid can have success in the kitchen. This baking kit is fun to use and makes 10 cookies that will make your mouth water.
Amazon.com Gift Card in a Birthday Gift Box
When you’re not sure what an eleven-year-old wants or needs for their birthday, you can let them pick out their own gift using an Amazon gift card. This $100 gift card comes in a sweet birthday cupcake tin box. It has no fees or expiration date, so a girl can save it until she finds something she can’t live without.
Kids & Babies Toys
Though “kiddie” toys might be reciprocated with an eye roll, eleven-year-old girls still thoroughly enjoy playing with toys and games. They’ll particularly love games that allow them to be creative and make personalized items.
We’ve hand-selected the most fun kid’s toys that the eleven-year-old girl in your life is going to have the most fun playing with on her birthday.
Byonebye Slime Making Kit
Playing with slime is a relaxing sensory experience that is popular among tween girls. Slime is even more fun when you make your own! The DIY Jumbo Slime Kit comes with 28 different slime colors, glow-in-the-dark powder, fishbowl beads, foam balls, glitter, animal models, air-dry clay, and more. It provides enough material for a birthday girl’s friends to join the fun!
Hapinest Make Your Own Clay
This Hapinest DIY kit has all the materials you need to make three candle holders out of clay, including three LED tea lights. Mix and match the 15 different clay colors to create a design that is all your own. After completing the candle holder, bake the clay in an oven. This hands-on gift is fun for kids and can add a touch of color and light to a girl’s room.
Squishville Blind Bag Mystery Mini Squishmallow
An eleven-year-old girl can enjoy playing and cuddling with these adorable Squishville Blind Bag Mystery Mini Squishmallows. The set comes with three randomly selected miniature toys. Will you get a pink poodle, a butterfly, a chick, or another character? Each pocket-sized, three-inch toy is soft, squishy, and ready for love. These plush toys come in different styles, and an eleven-year-old can collect them all.
Choose Friendship My Friendship Bracelet Maker
A girl can pick up a new hobby with this Choose Friendship My Friendship Bracelet Maker kit. This set comes with 20 pre-cut threads in ten bright colors, instructions, and the Friendship Bracelet Maker. The bracelet maker keeps the threads in order as you weave the bracelet. This kit has all the tools a girl needs to make friendship bracelets.
Outdoors
Whether the eleven-year-old girl in your life already loves playing outdoors or could do with some encouragement, there are huge benefits to getting some fresh air. Not only does outdoor play develop children’s motor skills, improve communication skills, and keep them fit, but it’s also known to help with confidence, independence, and mental health too.
We’ve found the top outdoor gifts that will have an eleven-year-old girl racing to get outdoors on her birthday.
RoyalBaby Freestyle Kids Bike
The RoyalBaby Freestyle Kids Bike is a great gift to encourage a tween toward exercise and the great outdoors. This stylish, white bike has an adjustable seat and handlebars to provide the most comfortable fit for an eleven-year-old. Also, the easy-grip hand brakes and easy-pedal design make this bike a breeze to ride. A girl can enjoy the fresh air and independence as she rides this bike around the neighborhood.
Wrapping Up
As eleven-year-old girls straddle both the world of comforting children’s toys and their independent teenage years, it can make it quite difficult to know what to buy them for their birthday.
Luckily, we’re here to help! Whether they have definite interests, are obsessed with the latest trends, are still wrapped up in roleplay, or just want to show off their identity, we’ve got the best gifts for all eleven-year-old girls. No matter what their interests are or what your budget is, you’ll be the favorite relative as your tween turns eleven on their upcoming birthday.
