HerFamily Gift Guide: 15 great gifts for all those hard-to-buy-for tweens and teens

Tweens and teens – what the heck do you get them for Christmas these days?!

No longer little kids, yet not yet adults, trying to get something for somebody in the 10-17-year-old bracket that they will actually appreciate can sometimes feel pretty daunting. It is all too easy to just stuff some money in an envelope and give them, but getting to unwrap an actual, thoughtful gift, well, it's just nicer, isn't it? And with that in mind, we have created a surefire cheat sheet to help you give the best of the best to all those tweens and teens on your shopping list this Christmas. You're welcome: 1. Perfect Planner Diary Get them all set for the new year with this gorgeous planner. €12.99, TK Maxx 2. Canon Zoemini An easy way to print all those selfies – the new Canon Zoemini lets you print and share precious memories in an instant. This lightweight, pocket-size printer features ZINK™ (zero ink) technology and prints out 2x3 inch photos on peel-and-stick photo paper –  instantly giving your tweens or teens the option to print all those millions of snaps their phones are no doubt heaving with. €119.99, Canon.ie 3. Masterchef Junior Cookbook

This fab book is filled with bold recipes and essential techniques to inspire young cooks.

£11.99, Amazon 4. Arcade Classics Plug-and-Play Game For the game obsessed– this one will make a perfect stocking filler, we think. €10, Penneys 5. Text-print pillowcase A sweet addition to any tween's bedroom. €7.99, H&M Home 6. Fries Before Guys Sweatshirt Made from a cotton blend these fab sweatshirts have a soft feel with a fleecy lining and feature a ribbed neckline and cuffs designed for a relaxed 'boyfriend' fit. £33, Not on the High Street 7. Beats Solo3 Wireless On-Ear Headphones in Rose Gold With up to 40 hours of battery life, beats solo3 wireless is your perfect everyday headphones. €219, Harvey Norman 8. Carvela Lax Trainer These lace-up trainers with stud details and flatform sole are bound to be a hit. €124, Arnotts 9. Star Wars Constellation Mug When at normal temperature, the Constellation Heat Change Mug has a space decal featuring stars on a black backdrop, but when a hot drink is added, the iconic images emerge, including a TIE Fighter, an X-Wing, and the Millennium Falcon. €11, Next 10. Mini Nail Polish Set This cute set of nail polishes comes with one sparkly and one plain colour, great for wearing on their own or layering over each other to create a festive look. €5.50, M&S 11. Gym set with a padlock Set contains metal padlock with a combination lock, towel in fast-drying microfibre with a practical eyelet, and elasticated latex bands for resistance training, stretching or rehabilitation. €19.99, H&M 12. Soap & Glory The 4 Scent-Sations! Gift Set These fresh and girly body sprays come in a gorgeous gift box, and makes a perfect stocking filler, we think. €16, Boots 13. Fitbit Ace Kids Activity Tracker This clever gadget makes fitness fun for kids by rewarding steps with goal celebrations and virtual badges. By inspiring your child to meet their daily goals, tracking sleep and activity patterns by single-tapping the screen, exercise will no longer be a chore. €74.99, Argos 14. Ted Baker Beau Vanity Case No self-respecting beauty queen should set off without this adorable vanity case from Ted Baker. €159, Littlewoods.ie 15. Akai Classic 3 Speed Bluetooth Turntable They will love listening to vinyl records as well as streaming via Bluetooth. This A60020 has three speed settings, so they can enjoy all of their favourite records whatever their size. €79.99, DID Electrical