Best Gift Ideas for 18-Year-Olds

My oldest son turned 18 years old this year and I struggle with gift ideas as my kids as they get older! Teenagers are so hard to shop for! I hate giving gift cards or money for Christmas or birthdays and prefer to give something meaningful and special. Here are my best gift ideas for 18-year-olds.

Turning 18 is a special time in their lives and I want gifts that reflect that as well. I like to stick to the adage – Something they need, something to wear, something to read, and something they want when getting gifts for my kids.

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Gift Ideas for 18-Year-Olds

Best Gifts for 18 Year Olds

My son became an adult! Scary! While he hasn't graduated from high school yet, he will soon and then launch into the world. I'll still be there to guide him as he needs but I won't necessarily be a daily part of his life. I wanted a few things to give him that would help him stay organized and be his best self.

I stuck with the adage something they need, something to wear, something to read, and something they want!

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What are your favorite gifts for 18-year-olds? Let me know in the comments!

Don’t worry I also have a great gift guide for Bluey fans too or check out my Pinterest for even more ideas!

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12 thoughts on “Best Gift Ideas for 18-Year-Olds”

  1. I love your list and everything you said is just right! But woooow, what an amazing Money Maze! I have never seen something like that! This is such a great gift! Thanks for sharing it with us!

    1. LOL no definitely not a car unless it’s your own kid! I love the idea of a check to go towards a college fund though!

  2. Great List of gift ideas for young adults. I own one of those filling cabinets and it was the best item I git to organize all my important documents in one place. In the case of a fire, it is an easy grab-and-run. I will look into getting that hilarious titled book suggestion for a family member.

    1. I saw that book and knew my son would laugh especially since he’ll probably roll his eyes at the filing cabinet…at least for now!

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