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Practical Gifts for Homesteading Kids

November 25, 2020 by Ann Accetta-Scott 2 Comments

To live a simple life means offering practical gifts for homesteading kids. Great gifts for farm kids or homesteaders consists of items which encompass the life we live. This article provides list books, kits, tools, and garden items which will help your child with the skills needed to live the homesteading life.  

practical gifts for homesteading kids are first homemade items like a no tie fleece blanket

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Gift giving is not a strong point of mine. I tend to try and give what the individual has asked for, yet, my mind is quick to say, you don’t need that.

The moment I fully encompassed living this life I learned a few things, especially since the life we live is a practical one. Outsiders tend to find the concept of simple living foreign, however, I find this to be an honorable trait.

The reality of the matter is gifts have become disposable. Toys break within a few months. The individual becomes bored of what was received. And the thought, more is best, is far from being true.

Hence, why gifting children can be difficult and why we should resort to practical gifts for homesteading kids.

Needs vs Wants

With that said, there are a few questions to ask yourself when purchasing practical gifts for homesteading kids. Keep in mind, the items found on this gift guide were complied with homesteading ideas and necessary skills in mind.

  • Can it teach a skill?
  • Will it assist with fine tune motor skills?
  • Does it encourage independent thinking and does it spark the imagination?
  • Will it allow the child to think outside of the box?
  • Does the item promote working as a team or strengthen independent skills?

I will go as far as to state, homesteading and farming children are of a different breed than most children. The more practical the gift, the better the gift.

Teaching skill through play is one of the best gifts a parent can give. For this reason I compiled a list of practical gifts for homesteading kids.

Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.” – Proverbs 22:6

Homemade Gifts for Homesteading Kids

Homemade gifts are, without a doubt, from the heart and should always be a priority to purchasing items. For this reason, especially during the holiday season, I make sure there is always one special homemade gift from me.

  • DIY plate covers
  • soaps and bath bombs
  • a no sew fleece blanket

As you can see, homemade gifts are not extravagant. They are practical fun items your children will come to love and remember for years.

A few gift giving articles of mine you might like, homemade gifts from the heart, and coming soon, shop small businesses and the homesteader’s wish list.

Homemade Gifts from the Heart

Practical Gifts for Homesteading Kids

The basic skills of raising livestock, the garden, and preserving the harvest is the tip of the iceberg in our homesteading journey. In addition to these skills I had to teach myself and my children the art of cooking from scratch, sewing and living a chemical free life.

It takes years of studying and living the homesteading life to gather the necessary skills needed. However, our children have the opportunity to organically learn about the homesteading and farming life.

Teach our children the skills needed by allowing them to play, read, utilize creative thinking, and the opportunity to work on their fine motor skills. This process of learning is as simple as discovering what sparks their interest and feeding it.

Books and Cookbooks

The books mentioned below are geared for children 8 and up. Keep in mind, many of the books listed are intended for both parent and child participation.

Books geared towards children provide them the confidence to learn new skills. Also, can you spot my daughter on the cover of one of the books listed below?

  • FORAGING WITH KIDS
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  • BEGINNING HERBAL ADVENTURES
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  • ANIMALS IN THE BARNYARD
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  • KEEPING CHICKENS GUIDE
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  • HOW TO SQUARE FOOT GARDEN
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  • KID’S GUIDE TO KEEPING CHICKENS
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  • CARPENTRY PROJECTS
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  • HOW TO WORK WITH WOOD
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  • WOODWORKING WITH KIDS
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  • FFA WORKING WITH GOATS
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  • FFA WORKING WITH CATTLE
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  • HOW TO KEEP GOAT RECORDS
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  • BEGINNERS GUIDE TO COOKING
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  • INSTAPOT FOR KIDS
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  • BEGINNERS GUIDE TO BAKING
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  • HOW TO START A BATH BOMB MAKING BUSINESS
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  • EASY MELT AND POUR SOAP RECIPES
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  • BEGINNERS GUIDE TO MAKING SOAP
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  • LEARN TO SEW
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  • KID’S GUIDE TO SEWING
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  • EASY SEWING MACHINE PROJECTS
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  • LEARN HOW TO FELT
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  • WOOD CARVING FOR KIDS
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  • BEGINNERS FELTING LESSONS
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  • INTROCTION TO CROCHETING
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  • EASY WHITTLING PROJECTS FOR KIDS
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  • LEARN TO CROCHET
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  • MUSHROOM FORAGING GUIDE
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  • EVERTYING ABOUT THE FARM
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  • THE ULTIMATE ADVENTURE BOOK FOR BOYS
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  • THE ULTIMATE ADVENTURE BOOK FOR GIRLS
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  • BOYS’ SURVIVAL GUIDE
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  • EVERYTHING PRESERVING
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DIY Kits | Ideal Gifts for Homesteaders and Homesteading Kids

The kits also listed make great gifts for homesteaders and their children, especially if they seek projects to do together.

We could easily teach children by having them work alongside us, however, giving them the power to do tasks independently promotes self-confidence. The items listed below provide not only confidence, but also necessary homesteading skills.

  • BEGINNERS CHEESE MAKING KIT
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  • CANDLE MAKING KIT
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  • BEES WAX CANDLE MAKING KIT
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  • BATH BOMB MAKING KIT
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  • DELUX BATH BOMB SCIENCE LAB
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  • LIP BALM KIT
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  • DELUX LIP BALM KIT
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  • SOAPMAKING LAB
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  • BEGINNERS LOOMING KIT
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  • LOOM KNITTING KIT
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  • ADVANCIE LOOM KIT
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  • BEGINNERS KNITTING KIT
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  • KNITTING WORKSHOP
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  • SIMPLE WEAVING KIT
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  • BEGINNERS CROCHET KIT
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  • NOW SEW FLEECE BLANKET KIT
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  • SOLDERING RON KIT
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  • BEGINNERS SEWING KIT
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The Best Gifts for Homesteading Kids? Games

Looking for homesteading ideas for your kids during the cold winter months? Great gifts for farm kids during this time of the year consists of board games and games which are homestead and farm related!

The opportunity to gather and have fun promotes teamwork and communication. Weekly game night is a tradition every family should incorporate and one our children will come to remember.

  • FARM-OPOLY
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  • GARDEN-OPOLY
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  • HUNTING-OPOLY
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  • PERMACULTURE PLAYING CARDS
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  • BOARD GAME
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  • LIFE ON THE FARM BOARD GAME
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  • HORSE-OPOLY
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  • VEGETABLE GARDEN PLAYING CARDS
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Gifts for Farm Kids | Gardening Items and Tools

This category consists of gifts for farm kids, however, it also makes gifts for homesteaders of all ages.

Plant the seed for the life we live by teaching children how to maintain a garden, keep bees, and the opportunity to learn a skill or trade. The ability to learn these tasks is empowering to our children. Nurture this time by providing them the opportunity to be independent with the following tools and garden items.

  • the first drill set makes a great gifts for homesteading kids
    DRILL KIT FOR BEGINNERS
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  • a pizza herb garden is gifts for farm kids
    PIZZA HERB GARDEN
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  • a Swiss army knife makes great gifts for homesteading kids
    SWISS ARMY KNIFE
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  • gifts for homesteading kids
    BATTERY LANTERN
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  • rope makes great gifts for homesteading kids
    NYLON ROPE
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  • a beginners bow and arrow set makes great gifts for homesteading kids
    WOODEN BOW & ARROW SET
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  • gifts for homesteading kids
    DINOSAUR HEAD LAMP
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  • headlamps makes great gifts for homesteading kids
    KIDS HEAD LAMP
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  • gifts for homesteading kids
    OWL HEAD LAMP
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  • BEGINNERS ARCHERY SET
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  • whittler's tools are gifts for farm kids
    WHITTLERS KIT
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  • a took set makes great gifts for homesteading kids
    TOOL KIT
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  • spoons for whittling makes great gifts for homesteading kids
    SPOONS FOR WHITTLING
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  • a multi-purpose took makes great gifts for homesteading kids.
    MOSSY OAK MULTI TOOL
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  • gifts for farm kids
    KID GARDEN TOOLS
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  • JOHN DEERE KID WHEELBARROW
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  • gloves are gifts for farm kids
    KID GARDEN GLOVES
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  • hand tools are gifts for farm kids
    HAND TOOL SET
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  • root garden view kit is a gift for farm kids
    ROOT GARDEN
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  • dino world terrariums are gifts for farm kids
    DINO WORLD TERRARIUM
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  • gifts for homesteaders
    HERBAL TEA GARDEN
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  • LEAF CUTTER BEES
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  • MASON BEES
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  • BUG HOTEL
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  • a work apron is a great practical gift for homesteading kids
    LEATHER WORK APRON
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  • gifts for homesteaders
    3-TIER GARDEN TOWER – RECEIVE $10 OFF WITH THE CODE FARMGIRL13
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  • planting and painting a planter makes a great practical gift for homesteading kids
    FLOWER BOX
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  • a tool belt is a practical gift for homesteading kids
    REAL LEATHER TOOL BELT
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  • a kit for growing mushrooms makes a great practical gift for homesteading kids
    GROW YOUR OWN MUSHROOMS
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Gifts for Farm Kids | Farm Animals

When all else fails, give them animals. Livestock not only teaches life skills, these animals teach kids how to be incredible stewards to the land and animals.

Homesteading kids who are new to homesteading or plan to participate in the following organizations, FFA (Future Farmers of America) or 4H, need to know how to handle small and large livestock. As a matter of fact, McMurray Hatchery (an incredible hatchery for homesteads of all sizes) contributes greatly to many programs including 4H.

Families new to raising livestock often begin by incorporating poultry onto the homestead. Make sure to select the best chicken breeds for children based on their purpose, for egg, meat, or dual purpose breeds.

Raising rabbits or goats for show or meat are great for children of all ages. Handling large livestock such as pigs and beef allow children the opportunity to learn the value of money. 

4H teaches children how to care for the animals, manage feed cost, and how to sell livestock at the auction. Selling larger livestock at an auction allows for the young steward to reap the benefits of their hard work. 

Just for Fun

Let’s be honest, this category does not consist of needs, but wants. This section encourages the imagination, hence, why the items listed make great gifts for farm kids. With that said, these items also make great gifts for homesteaders of all ages. Who doesn’t need a crazy chicken lady Barbie?

  • gifts for homesteading kids crazy chicken lady barbie
    CRAZY CHICKEN LADIE
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  • FARM GIRLS BARBIE
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  • gifts for homesteading kids bee keeper barbie
    BEE KEEPER BARBIE
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  • gifts for homesteading kids john deere tractor
    JOHN DEERE TRACTORS
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  • gifts for homesteading kids is a vet barbie set
    FARM VET BARBIE
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  • gifts for homesteading kids is a john deere tractor
    JOHN DEERE BALE MOVER
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  • farm magnets make great gifts for homesteading kids
  • gifts for homesteading kids is the barnyard barbie kit
    BARNYARD BARBIE
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  • gifts for homestead kids is their barnyard kit
    TODDLER FARM YARD
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  • FARM TRUCK BARBIE
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  • gifts for homesteading kids plastic farm animals
    PLASTIC FARM ANIMALS
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  • gifts for homesteading kids barbie and tractor
    TRACTOR BARBIE
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The items listed above are ideal gifts for homesteaders and their children. Each item promotes independent learning for skills needed for the life we live.

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  1. Rachel Frampton says

    August 24, 2021 at 9:19 pm

    My nephew’s birthday is fast approaching, and that is why I’m thinking of buying an educational book for him. Thank you for suggesting here as well the importance of gifting him with DIYA activities will surely help improve his skills. It’s also a good thing that you suggested this home cookbook too.

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  2. Dana Thompson says

    October 18, 2021 at 7:13 pm

    What a great selection of ideas! My kids also love the board game called “wildcraft!” that teaches them about herbs and herbal uses.

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