10 Uncommon Gifts That Kids Don’t Even Know They Want Yet

What better place to find uncommon gifts than on Uncommon Goods? This book is one of the many great gift items you can find. With gorgeous illustrations, these books are meant to be kept in your children's library for quite some time. Five books are available — The Little Mermaid, Peter Pan, Alice in Wonderland, Beauty and the Beast, and The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. The hardest part might be choosing which one to buy.

While this toy is geared more for younger children, anyone will get a kick out of the Magnetic Creation Station. It's even fun for adults, especially adults who consider themselves to be visual. Putting magnets together can be a good way to destress after a long day or to just use as a fun creative outlet. Kids will have a great time creating fun characters while also learning more about magnets.

Never underestimate the power of a cool bank. This one will actually make your children even more excited about their weekly allowances. If your kids have siblings, they'll love the fact that they can set a password to keep others away. It also contains a money authentication function, so that they can know everything in the bank is legit.

Looking for a good gift for the budding gardener in your life? This Hamama kit is incredible for kids, since it's super easy to use. It needs to be watered only once, and you don't need to put it by a sunny window. It also doesn't take long for sprouts to grow, meaning your child won't get too bored of the process. You can grow microgreens inside all winter long, and your child will feel like a plant expert. (Plus, it'll likely inspire them to eat more greens.)

Are your kids looking for a new way to express themselves? This hair chalk kit may be one of the most fun gifts they get. They can safely and temporarily experiment with red, purple, blue, or green hues. This chalk is meant for ages 4 and up, but even adults may get a kick out of it.

My daughter is only 4, but she already knows how to do Downward Dog and Bridge poses. And this mat is a good reason why. Chi also sells mats in an adult version, so you and your young yogi can practice together. What makes this mat special? For one, it helps kids easily learn alignments with its bright colors and design. This is more than just a mat — it also provides a little bit of education.

Will the child in your life have a UFO Biosphere on their holiday wish list? Probably not. But that doesn't mean they won't be amazed. This biosphere can hold small fish or animals, or even a few small plants. Whatever they use it for is up to them. But if they happen to dig science, being able to explore living things with magnification is pretty darn cool.

Here's another great pick for the science-minded kids in your life. Science has been so important these last two years especially, and it's possible that with new vaccines, more kids will be interested in pursuing scientific occupations in the future. This chemistry set includes up to 20 fun experiments that your kids can do at home. It includes test tubes, baking soda, calcium chloride, and other items that'll make your kids feel like a real scientist.

It's exciting to be a kid who's just gotten into art, and sometimes tracing is a good way for kids to discover a new hobby. This tracing pad is an excellent way for kids to practice their fine lines and create drawings that make them happy. And since it's light-up, it's also a great activity they can do anywhere at any time. It's also a creative way for kids to work on their penmanship.

Chances are, you don't have a T-shirt that can interact with your phone. This might have been something you never knew you needed until right now. But technology has proved it's possible with this Anatomy Virtual Reali-Tee. It's a great way to get kids excited about the human body and look fashionable at the same time. By scanning the shirt with your phone and downloading an app, your child can get a more in-depth view about what's inside. This is a great gift for kids ages 4 to 12.