Graduation season is almost upon us, and as you’re getting ready to close out one chapter with your grad and begin a new one, it’s a good time to start thinking about a gift to congratulate them on their incredible accomplishments. Whether you know a student finishing high school or college, these gift ideas will carry them from one journey to the next. See our graduation gift guide below.

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1. Noise-cancelling headphones will help block out loud roommates, chatty coworkers, or anything else that distracts them from getting *ish* done.

2. A wireless charging station for all of their techy gadgets will be the gift they use time and time again. Why does everything always need to be charged?!

3. Jewelry is a sentimental way to celebrate the grad. This compass necklace or bracelet will serve as a reminder to follow their own path.

4. A book of lessons, wise words, and funny anecdotes will inspire, instill joy, and provide a little motivation.

5. This inspirational makeup bag, filled with all her favorites and maybe a gift card or two, would make a great gift!

6. A weighted blanket will keep them warm, help reduce anxiety, and replicate a warm hug from mom when she’s miles away.

7. The tassel was worth the hassle! These funny socks would make the perfect addition to a DIY graduation gift basket.

8. And if they’re a coffee lover, this mug is another basket filler that will get tons of use.

9. A tool kit is a must!! This is one of those gifts that they don’t know they want but will be grateful they have when they’re in a pinch.

10. This phone wallet is super convenient. Pop it on the back of your phone, tuck your cards and cash in, and boom…out the door you go.

11. This themed gift box comes with an “adult merit badge” coffee mug, 400 different fun facts, and a motivational book—a little bit of everything!

12. A 3-piece luggage set will get a bunch of mileage. While they make think it will be for all of their exotic adventures, their broke selves will really be using it for all their trips back home so they can do laundry for free.

13. Who doesn’t love a sweet treat?? This tin of delicious cookies will be gone in the blink of an eye, but the sugar high will keep them going for hours.

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Christmas Eve night is full of excitement and anticipation, and Kristy’s family has a sweet yearly tradition to make the most of their time spent waiting for Santa and his reindeer to climb down the chimney and leave gifts under the tree. See how they like to celebrate with our version of The Night Before Christmas below.

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‘Twas the night before Christmas when one handsome boy and one darling girl, put their most festive clothes on with a prance and a twirl. All decked out in red, cream, and gold, the sweet children were angels and did just as they’re told. In the car and off to Grandma’s they go, for a special visit from Santa, “ho, ho, ho!” After the gifts are exchanged, Mom’s homemade cookies are passed around. Snickerdoodle and thumbprints and toffee abound! Hugs and kisses for all and back home they go, for the night’s far from over, and it’s starting to snow!

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‘Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house, the kids were searching for elf boxes while the puppies helped browse. The parents sat back with their glasses of wine and appreciated these moments when all was just fine. Goodies were waiting in the boxes to be found, all from their Elf on the Shelf as his way of saying, “Thanks for letting me hang around!” Hello Kitty treats for the girl for she loved the feline so dear, and of course, for the boy, Spiderman was his favorite this year. PJ’s, socks, an ornament, and more, the kids are always delighted with these new treasures to adore.

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Once the boxes are found and the cocoa’s been sipped, it’s off to bed for the kiddos for a long night’s kip. The cookies and milk for Santa have been laid out with care, plus some carrots for Rudolph and the reindeer to share. Sweet dreams to everyone, close your eyes and sleep tight. A very merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night!!

Christmas Eve night is full of excitement and anticipation, and Kristy’s family has a sweet yearly tradition to make the most of their time spent waiting for Santa and his reindeer to climb down the chimney and leave gifts under the tree. See how they like to celebrate with our version of The Night Before Christmas below.

Christmas Eve Outfits

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‘Twas the night before Christmas when one handsome boy and one darling girl, put their most festive clothes on with a prance and a twirl. All decked out in red, cream, and gold, the sweet children were angels and did just as they’re told. In the car and off to Grandma’s they go, for a special visit from Santa, “ho, ho, ho!” After the gifts are exchanged, Mom’s homemade cookies are passed around. Snickerdoodle and thumbprints and toffee abound! Hugs and kisses for all and back home they go, for the night’s far from over, and it’s starting to snow!

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Boys’ Pants
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Girls’ Headband
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Elf Gift Boxes

‘Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house, the kids were searching for elf boxes while the puppies helped browse. The parents sat back with their glasses of wine and appreciated these moments when all was just fine. Goodies were waiting in the boxes to be found, all from their Elf on the Shelf as his way of saying, “Thanks for letting me hang around!” Hello Kitty treats for the girl for she loved the feline so dear, and of course, for the boy, Spiderman was his favorite this year. PJ’s, socks, an ornament, and more, the kids are always delighted with these new treasures to adore.

Shop Hello Kitty Gifts

Hot Cocoa
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Figurines
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Ornament
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Socks
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Milk and Cookie Tray

Once the boxes are found and the cocoa’s been sipped, it’s off to bed for the kiddos for a long night’s kip. The cookies and milk for Santa have been laid out with care, plus some carrots for Rudolph and the reindeer to share. Sweet dreams to everyone, close your eyes and sleep tight. A very merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night!!

Christmas Eve night is full of excitement and anticipation, and Kristy’s family has a sweet yearly tradition to make the most of their time spent waiting for Santa and his reindeer to climb down the chimney and leave gifts under the tree. See how they like to celebrate with our version of The Night Before Christmas below.

Christmas Eve Outfits

Frugal and Thriving may earn a small commission via affiliate links in this post. See full disclosure here.

‘Twas the night before Christmas when one handsome boy and one darling girl, put their most festive clothes on with a prance and a twirl. All decked out in red, cream, and gold, the sweet children were angels and did just as they’re told. In the car and off to Grandma’s they go, for a special visit from Santa, “ho, ho, ho!” After the gifts are exchanged, Mom’s homemade cookies are passed around. Snickerdoodle and thumbprints and toffee abound! Hugs and kisses for all and back home they go, for the night’s far from over, and it’s starting to snow!

Shop Christmas Eve Outfits

Boys’ Shoes
Boys’ Shoes
Boys’ Pants
Boys’ Pants
Boys’ Sweater
Boys’ Sweater
Girls’ Shoes
Girls’ Shoes
Girls’ Stockings
Girls’ Stockings
Girls’ Headband
Girls’ Headband
Girls’ Dress
Girls’ Dress
Boys’ Shoes
Boys’ Shoes
Boys’ Pants
Boys’ Pants
Boys’ Sweater
Boys’ Sweater
Girls’ Shoes
Girls’ Shoes
Girls’ Stockings
Girls’ Stockings
Girls’ Headband
Girls’ Headband
Girls’ Dress
Girls’ Dress

Elf Gift Boxes

‘Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house, the kids were searching for elf boxes while the puppies helped browse. The parents sat back with their glasses of wine and appreciated these moments when all was just fine. Goodies were waiting in the boxes to be found, all from their Elf on the Shelf as his way of saying, “Thanks for letting me hang around!” Hello Kitty treats for the girl for she loved the feline so dear, and of course, for the boy, Spiderman was his favorite this year. PJ’s, socks, an ornament, and more, the kids are always delighted with these new treasures to adore.

Shop Hello Kitty Gifts

Hot Cocoa
Hot Cocoa
Figurines
Figurines
Ornament
Ornament
Socks
Socks
Coloring Book
Coloring Book
Pajamas
Pajamas
Hot Cocoa
Hot Cocoa
Figurines
Figurines
Ornament
Ornament
Socks
Socks
Coloring Book
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Hot Cocoa
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Figurines
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Ornament
Ornament
Socks
Socks
Coloring Book
Coloring Book
Pajamas
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Shop Spiderman Gifts

Hot Cocoa
Hot Cocoa
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Ornament
Plush
Plush
Socks
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Hot Cocoa
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Milk and Cookie Tray

Once the boxes are found and the cocoa’s been sipped, it’s off to bed for the kiddos for a long night’s kip. The cookies and milk for Santa have been laid out with care, plus some carrots for Rudolph and the reindeer to share. Sweet dreams to everyone, close your eyes and sleep tight. A very merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night!!