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The 11 Best Last-Minute Christmas Gifts for Everyone in the Family

Procrastinators, we see you.

by Anna Tingley
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We know the story. You promised yourself that this year would be different. That you’d start your holiday shopping early this year, even before December hits. You may have even gotten ahead of the game, jotting down gift ideas in early November. And then, suddenly, inexplicably, it was mid-December. Hey, it happens. But fret not: with one-day and two-day delivery options and our list of the best last-minute Christmas gifts, the holiday can still be a success. We’ve found 11 great gifts that they’ll love — from fun toys for the kids to tech gadgets for the spouse or grands — and that will still arrive in time.

The Best Last-Minute Gifts for Kids

Classic Baby Beads Rattle by Manhattan Toy
$18.98
Wooden Pull Toy by Hape
$19.30
The Official Bristle Blocks by Battat
$15.50
National Geographic Mega Slime Kit & Putty Lab
$29.99
Adventures with Mario Starter Course

The hottest Lego kit of the season is back in stock. The 231-piece playset comes with an extra-animated Mario, with instant expressive responses and iconic sounds, for hours of competitive fun for any kid over 6.

$59.99

The Best Last-Minute Gifts for Her and Him

Wireless Earbuds by Sennheiser
$109
ATECH 10-in-1 Multifunction Tool Keychain
$19.98
Kindle Oasis
$269.99
Reversible Cutting Board by John Boos
$67.95
Splitting Axe by Fiskars
$63.98
Cashmere Sweater by State
$135

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