10 Wonderful RSPB Nature-Focused Children’s Christmas Gifts

Are you looking for the perfect Christmas gift for a nature-loving child in your family? Or trying to think of a unique gift that a little one will actually enjoy? This year, people will be aiming to look outside of the box when it comes to Christmas gifts for children and gift them something which will take them out to the great outdoors. 

To help inspire your nature-focused Christmas gifts, the RSPB has put together a list of products that can feed a child’s curiosity about flora and fauna. And who knows, the grown-ups may just enjoy themselves too!

Puffin Jr Children’s Binoculars, £27.00

If your child is a twitcher in the making, a pair of child-friendly binoculars can provide them with hours of fun over the summer holidays. Whether staying at home or travelling abroad, there is plenty of wildlife to be seen by simply looking up.

Though brightly coloured and fun-looking, these Puffin Jr Children’s Binoculars have the build quality of adult binoculars. They are also lightweight, making them perfect for smaller hands. 

RSPB Nature Guide: Wildlife, £8.99

Brereton’s nature guide for wildlife takes your child’s curiosity and exploration one step further! The book explores 195 different animals, plants and other wildlife that can be found locally. 

With beautiful and detailed illustrations, the guide also takes you through different habitats and seasonal species, making this book a tool that can be used in all seasons.

From foxes to foxgloves, the comprehensive guide is perfect for children to read by themselves or with an adult (depending on their age). A winner for any child interested in biology or animals, this guide will help to open up the world of wildlife for your little ones.

RSPB Minibeast Viewer, £3.99

When interacting with wildlife, it is important to be careful and above all else respectful. RSPB’s minibeast viewer allows you to magnify local plants and animals to observe them, before returning them to their habitat. This microscope viewer will introduce your child to the beauty and detail of minibeasts and inspire a newfound curiosity for the natural world. 

The combined container and microscope make this a perfect gift for beginners and younger children under supervision. Especially as it is very simple to handle and clean, meaning that older children can easily take charge

Birdies Wooden Pull-Along Toy, £20.00

For very little explorers, this pastel bird wooden-pull along is the perfect addition to their toy box. Made with sustainable FSC®certified wood and in fully recyclable packaging, this is a fun and eco-friendly option for this Christmas season. 

Adventurers Pocket Microscope, £5.99

This pocket microscope allows you to get up close and personal with nature. However, with 55x magnification, this microscope is ideal for older children. 

The LED-lit microscope also comes with a handy case to keep it safe and dry on your adventures, making it the perfect travelling companion for summer camping trips or hikes.

RSPB Woodland Animals Top Trumps, £5.99

What is more fun than games? RSPB’s Woodland Animal’s Trumps combine the wonder of woodland animal facts with the fun of card games. Playable by 2-6 people, it is an easy group activity and perfect for rainy days. 

Whether played with family or friends, this will encourage an inquisitive mind as questions like “how long do red deer live?” are answered in the throws of friendly competition.

Dewdrop Bee Biome with Wildflower Seeds, £23.99

Why not gift your little one an environmentally friendly project for a full year of enjoyment? Bees account for the majority of the earth’s pollination. They’re kind of a big deal. So it would be little wonder if your child wanted to know more about such an important creature. Even if they are not particularly fascinated by bees, this dewdrop biome and wildflower seed set may pique their interest.

The wildflowers attract bees to your garden whilst the biome, filled with nesting tubes, provides them with a home. Plus, the biome is made with environmentally-friendly FSC-certified timber, so, you can bee-watch with total peace of mind.

Build Your Own Ladybird Model Kit, £10.00

For the craft or building lover, a build-your-own ladybird model kit is the perfect easy-to-use kit to bring your very own piece of wildlife to life – it even has its own rotating wings! Made using sustainable cardboard and paper, this is the perfect gift for eco-friendly families and those looking to have a greener Christmas. 

Bug Spotting Kit, £10.00

Inspire their next adventure with this nifty bug spotting kit! Perfect for children looking to get to know and understand their local bug life, this kit will help them discover the bug world below, identify specifies and learn fun facts about them. The kit contains a bug pit with a magnifier, illustrated bug identification cards, a bug spotter guide and a mini hessian bag to keep it all together for your big adventures! 

RSPB Singing Soft Toy Blue Tit, £9.00

Bring the wonder of bird song into your little one’s toy box with the RSPB’s range of singing bird toys. These cute and cuddly plush toys are a hit for their colourful design and soft touch, plus their showstopper ability to sing! Simply squeeze the toy for an authentic bird call unique to each type of bird toy.