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Make Their Day Magical With These Christmas Gift Ideas For Children

November 18, 2024 6 min read

A doll of a tin soldier in a red military style jacket propped against a stack of wrapped Christmas gifts.

Our Favourite Christmas Gifts for Children

Are you searching for the perfect present for a mini maestro or a budding ballet dancer? Look no further than our Christmas 2024 gift guide for the perfect present to cross off their wish list. Our festive selection has children's Christmas gift ideas, with everything from stocking stuffers to toys and games for all ages.

 

 

The Enchanted Musical Jewellery Box - £35.00

 

A pink ballet jewellery box with a nutcracker soft toy propped up next to it.

 

Jewellery boxes are a timeless gift idea for children. Perhaps they are just starting to collect jewellery or need a finishing touch for their bedroom? The Enchanted Musical Jewellery Box by Floss & Rock is a magical present for little ballet lovers.

Bright illustrations of beautiful ballerinas and elegant swans decorate this musical jewellery box. Inspired by the much-loved ballet Swan Lake, Tchaikovsky’s beautiful music plays when open while a little ballerina spins.

The jewellery box has three drawers with plenty of space for treasured trinkets. The music is operated with a traditional wind-up key; no batteries required. This gift is suitable for children aged three years and up.

 

 

 

 

 


Albetta Ballet Dolls - From £28.00

Three dolls of the Nutcracker, Sugar Plum Fairy and Clara.

 

 These cute companions effortlessly blend the grace of ballet with the comfort of a snuggly plush toy, with charming costumes and friendly faces. These dolls are crafted with care by Albetta for children aged three and up.

The range of character dolls also includes those from The Nutcracker. From the Sugar Plum Fairy to the Nutcracker himself, these cuddly ballet toys are a festive favourite they'll love all year round.

Whether they are practising pliés or sharing bedtime stories, these soft ballerina dolls become cherished friends in moments. Everyone can find their perfect match. The Cinderella doll matches the ballerinas that will appear on the Royal Opera House stage this Christmas.

 

 

 

 

 


Curtain Up! Behind The Scenes at The Royal Opera House Book - £12.99

 

A selection of children's books laid on a plush red table

 

 Make story time extra special and dive into the captivating world of theatre with our very own children's book. This fun-filled read takes young children behind the scenes on the opening night of The Nutcracker.

Join Figaro, the opera house resident cat, and meet the people who create the magic on stage. Filled with vibrant illustrations and engaging stories, Curtain Up! reveals the enchanting world of dancers, singers and performers.

The book also won the Gold Award in the Junior Design Awards for the best designed and illustrated book for children in 2023! The best gift for curious minds and aspiring performers, this book is sure to ignite their imagination.

 

 

 

 

 

Children’s Christmas Pyjamas - From £15.00 

Soft pink pyjamas laid on a cream surface, with two ballerina dolls and pointe shoe keyrings

 

 Send them dreams of sugar plum fairies and dancing ballerinas. This collection based on designs by Jenny Løvlie features tiny ballerinas dancing across soft, cosy pyjama sets and matching bags for overnight stays. You can shop the full collection here.

Made from breathable fabric, these charming children's Christmas pyjamas ensure comfort throughout the night. Whether you're shopping for a newborn or a pre-teen, this exclusive collection has sizes from 0-3 months to 10-12 years. We love the soft woven pyjama set.

 

 

 

 

 

 


Creative Theatre Craft Kits - £12.50 

A group of children in paper animal masks play with a pop up miniature theatre

 

This create-your-own theatre kit is made for family time. Budding directors can put on enthralling shows and learn all about the world of theatre with characters, facts and activities for endless creative play. Suitable for children age 7+.

The kit contains five stage pieces and two double-sided scenery pieces to create magical settings. No scissors, messy glue or other equipment needed! Children can create many different stories with two sheets of delightful props and characters. Even better, they can use their mini theatre again and again after building.

To really capture their imagination, pair the theatre set with the matching costume mask kit. These masks are easy to make and a great stocking filler for children aged five and up.

 

 

 

 

 

 


The Royal Ballet Clothing Collection - From £15.00

Two children wearing Royal Ballet hoodies

 

 If you are shopping for a young ballet enthusiast, there is no better way to make them feel like part of the action than having the right outfit for the occasion. From bright tutus to comfy clothes ready for dance lessons, the Royal Ballet range has something for every future dancer.

Let them show off their love for performing with a soft t-shirt decorated with the official Royal Ballet crest. This t-shirt combines comfort and style and is perfect for dance class and everyday wear, alongside the cosy Royal Ballet hoodie.

 

 

 

 

 

 


The Story Orchestra: The Nutcracker - £16.99

A red book with a playable piano cover.

 

 Tune up and settle down - the orchestra is about to start. This book will inspire ballet fans young and old. Little readers will follow Clara through a festive journey full of magical characters like the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Prince while they learn all about The Nutcracker.

There are simple buttons that play short excerpts of famous classical pieces alongside facts to help them learn all about the music. The colourful illustrations help tell the story and bring the world of ballet to life.


The Story Orchestrahave a range of gifts perfect for young maestros in the making, with a selection of books and jigsaws that tell the stories of beloved classics in the world of ballet, opera and classical music. From The Magic Flute to Swan Lake, there is so much to learn.

 

 

 

 

 


Albetta Tutu Dress Collection – From £38.00

A child wearing a blue tutu dress holds a miniature cinderella doll in a matching ballet tutu

 

If you are looking for a present for a budding dancer, then a tutu is always a great choice. Bring their dancing dreams to life and spark inspiration. This enchanting tutu collection by Albetta is available for ages 1 to 10.

With a selection of different colours to choose from the collection has an option for every child: perfect for playing dress-up and for festive parties. Of course, if a tutu isn't their style there are plenty of ballet dresses and other childrenswear to choose from.

The Cinderella Dress is a bespoke design exclusive to the Royal Ballet and Opera shop and matches the charming Cinderella linen doll – so little ones can match with their very own toy.

 

 

 

 

 

 


Royal Ballet and Opera Shop Gift Voucher - From £10.00

 

A tidy and bustling shop with stacked shelves

 

 If you are shopping for anyone, young or old, and still need ideas, a gift card is a wonderful option. Customers can use our gift cards at the Royal Opera House and in the Royal Ballet and Opera shop to choose the gift that’s right for them.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Pop Up Books - £11.99

An intricate castle looms from an open pop up book

 

 If you are shopping for young children, this collection of pop-up books brings the worlds of The Nutcracker, Swan Lake and The Snow Queen to life. With beautiful illustrations and charming pop-ups, the Gilded Fairytale series has a range of books that are sure to captivate little ballet fans.

The bright illustrations will capture childrens attention, and the books detail the stories of beloved ballets and the fairytales that inspired them. This collection will be cherished by the whole family and are a wonderful way to learn something new. Treat them to a festive special with The Nutcracker.

 

 

 

 

 


Pink Ballet Shoe Keyring - £8.00

A collection of miniature pointe shoe keyrings

 

 The miniature replica of the iconic ballet-pink pointe shoe is the perfect stocking stuffer for little ballet lovers. Inspired by the pointe shoes worn by the dancers of The Royal Ballet, this charming souvenir is a great Christmas gift for any young dancer or fan.

Customer Review:


- I bought this for my granddaughter when she got her first pointe shoes. It is a good likeness to her actual pointe shoes; she was absolutely thrilled with the keyring.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ballerinas Notebook – £8.99

Four ballet notebooks on a wooden table

 

 This delightful A5 softcover notebook is adorned with charming illustrations of snowflakes and twirling ballerinas, making it a great gift for children. The notebook was designed by renowned children’s book illustrator, Jenny Løvlie. After watching the Royal Ballet production of The Nutcracker, Jenny chose three moments from the beloved festive ballet to bring to life.

 

 

Shop the full range of notebooks here.