34 Best Gifts for 11-Year-Old Girls

At age 11 she's probably trying to personalize her bedroom, making the point that she's over all things babyish. She's likely to love this 9-inch-high light-up letter, powered by two AA batteries so she can sit it anywhere. Choose one color, like blue or yellow, or multicolor.

Tweens will be delighted with the adorable housewares they'll be able to craft themselves using this wheel and air-dried clay. It levels up with their skill level, since they can start by using templates and a dome on the wheel, and progress to doing freestyle creations without the dome. Testers loved using both the wheel and tools to shape the clay. Ages 8+

After testing toys in our office we predicted that ZipString will be a must-have toy this year. It's a moving, undulating string that a kid controls with their hands. Eleven-year-olds have the dexterity, patience and child-like wonder that makes it perfect for them. This is the glow-in-the-dark version for extra fun. Ages 8+

Whether she's gaming, watching TikTok videos or listening to her tunes, she'll love wearing these cat-ear headphones, which come with LED light-up ears. She can listen wirelessly through Bluetooth or with an audio jack, and when she's done, they fold up to store. One size fits most. Ages 3 to 16

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Sure, she's probably not traveling the world at age 11, but if she goes on trips, goes to camp, visits relatives or even just wants a designated spot to hold special pieces, this travel jewelry case is a useful, under-$15 gift.

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Good Housekeeping Institute experts say this is a good book for fans of Percy Jackson and the Olympians, only it puts a spin on Chinese folklore instead of Greek myth. “It was scary enough, but not too scary,” said one kid reviewer. “It also was very exciting and had lots of twists.” Ages 8–12

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Give them an extra hand! This handy little pouch is designed to go around their tumbler, so they'll always have a place to keep a few important things. It has a stretchy band and small rubber dots to prevent it from slipping down.

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If she's thinking of getting in on the pickleball craze, this paddle is great for starters without breaking the bank. It impressed the experts at the Good Housekeeping Institute because it's short, light and easy to handle. Perfect for tweens!

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Millennials wish they had products like this growing up! Your tween can wear one of these cute star-shaped stickers on a pimple overnight or heck, wear it around on the weekend. The company says it'll absorb fluid, reduce inflammation, shrink spots and prevent picking. Even the case is adorable!

This winner of one of our most recent Toy Awards is for any 11-year-old wanting "fairy hair" — tinsel hair extensions plus hair beads for some extra-magical sparkle. Tester parents said they were pleased with how complete the box is, with nine hair tinsels, 50 pony beads, elastics, bobby pins and more, all in a storage case. Ages 6+

This desk lamp can play her favorite songs through the Bluetooth speaker. There are four different brightness levels when this is set to shine its regular white light. She can also change it to a colored mood light — switching modes is as easy as tapping on the top.

Tweens have a reputation for being angsty, but this journal can help keep moms and daughters close. It comes with helpful thought-starters to get those journal entries flowing. When they're done, they'll have something they can keep forever. Ages 8 – 12

When your tween has outgrown the LEGO Friends line but is not yet ready for complicated LEGOS for adults, we've found Creator sets to be a perfect in-between sweet spot. This box has all she needs to build this cute fox, but she can take it apart to build an owl and then a squirrel, too, each time she's ready for some quiet LEGO craft time. Ages 9+

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Not only will she receive a charm with her name engraved, but you can also choose a birthstone to go with it, making it a truly custom piece for her. Select a gold, rose gold or silver finish.

If your 11-year-old is eager to give baking a try, the experts from the Good Housekeeping Institute test kitchen have ensured that these recipes are easy to follow and deliver awesome results. The book has more than 100 recipes in all, from chocolate chip cookies and glazed cinnamon rolls to pizza, spanakopita and beef pies. Ages 8 to 12

Tweens loved this in our testing — it's a way to craft figurines, bracelets and more from plastic, with bands to connect the pieces. There's a booklet of designs or kids can free-form their own creations. Ages 6+

Plum is studying to be a "Guardian," or a healing creature with magical powers, only it's not coming easy to her, as she's plagued with self-doubt. Good Housekeeping Institute testers loved this Thai-inspired fantasy book, and its message about perseverance. Ages 8 – 12

Your kid will love these bright-colored hues, and the 0.3 oz size means they'll have just the right amount. (You can also get the "beach house" trio with three different colors.) Habit Cosmetics touts toxin-free, strengthening formulas and gives back 2% of sales to support ocean cleanup and provide access to fresh food for Los Angeles communities.

I guess we never really grow out of fidget toys. This one will give your 11-year-old something quiet and creative to do with their hands during downtime, like when you're traveling. They just use their fingers or a stylus to smush the gel around and create pictures and patterns. Different colors are available. Ages 3+

Anywhere she sits, even her bed, can become her command center, where she can tackle homework and text friends. This lap desk has room for a 15-inch laptop or tablet. A cubby fits her phone and straps prevent things from sliding off.