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2025 gift guide for homeschoolers

2025-2026 Gift Ideas

November 15, 2025 · In: For Moms, Ideas

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This post is all about our 2025-2026 gift ideas for children, teens, and us adults too!

Don’t let Christmas or birthdays for loved ones be a cause of anxiety. I’m sharing some of my favorite gift ideas that we have personally given to friends, coaches, relatives, ministry leaders, etc., that we have been excited about giving. Scroll through and see if any of these ideas are a match for you!

This year, I’m only including things we have purchased for others as gifts or for ourselves. Some items are great for a generic gift when you are not familiar with their specific interests, and some are more personalized.

Since are family has an elementary, middle school, and high schooler, it will show in our gifting! Our family is in a stage where we need to know all ages of interests, which is fun. Gift giving is a way I enjoy showing appreciation for our relationships, and bring a lot of joy!

This post is all about our 2025-2026 gift ideas for children, teens, and adults.

[RELATED POST: Gift Ideas for Homeschool Moms and Her Awesome Kids]

Gift Ideas for Children

I’m going to be the stereotypical homeschool mom who starts with BOOKISH gift ideas because in real life, my kids love books! I love gifting book series or sets because they are so beautiful! Some top favorites are:

  • The Best Family Ever series
  • The Vanderbeekers series
  • The Heartwood Hotel series
  • The Lightkeepers series for girls and for boys
  • Patricia St. John series

If you’re looking for more stand alone books, here is a full list of our favorite family read-alouds and books for 3rd through 5th graders that have been a hit!

Other gifts for kids that have been worth the cost in terms of usage, practicality, and sometimes just for endless fun:

  • Spike ball game
  • Battle Toss game (“JUICEBOX10” discount code)
  • Mood ring
  • Crochet kit
  • Art Makes Me Smart membership
  • Online piano lessons (“LEARN” for 10% off)
  • Mini indoor basketball hoop
  • Watercolor With Me books
  • Kid’s baking book

[RELATED POST: Guide Ideas for Teens]

Gift Ideas for Teens

Now that we are deep into these teenage years, it is actually really fun to shop for them! Here are some of our tried and true gifts given and received!

  • Phone Cases (use “TTrisha15” for a discount) – we love this brand! Just make sure to check what phone your favorite teen to select the correct size case.
  • First phone (use “JUICEBOX” for a discount or freebie)
  • New Mattress (use “TRISHAV” for a discount) – this made a world of a difference for our teen’s moods. Great sleep = happy families!
  • Fun face masks

Here is my list of books I’ve either read with my teen or I have given to parents of teens. All of these have been instrumental in shaping my seasons of parenting!

I’ve stocked up my past purchases into this list for more gift ideas for teens.

Gift Ideas for Mom Friends, Teachers, Ministry Leaders, etc.

This is my favorite section because they are all things I love and use often! We try to give things we personally enjoy ourselves, which makes it easy. These are mostly geared toward women!

  • Miracle Balm – my favorite make up brand carries this lovely product!
  • Pretty pens – you know I love a great planning tool, and this pen set is so good.
  • Home Planner – I have been using this for years to help me stay on top of all of the things!
  • Shoe cleaner – we use this for the whole family
  • Gift card for the 5’4″ and shorter women – I love this subscription and have finally found pants that don’t need the extra charge of tailoring
  • Clothing for all women (use code “TRISHA10” for 10% off) – my go-to source for all things pretty, comfy, and neutral
  • Lift Your Eyes – devotion book for moms of all seasons
  • Portable cooling system – this has saved me a lot of money without having to chill the whole house when it is warm!
  • Weighted vest – I picked the camo pattern to feel tough haha.
  • Walking pad – pricier, but if you’re looking for something to get you moving daily without the hassle of getting outside with kids, this is it!

You know I would not leave you without a book list for moms! Here are some of my absolute favorites for either homeschooling encouragement, parenting counsel, and spiritual disciplines.

This post is all about our 2025-2026 gift ideas for kids, teens, and adults!

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Discipleship with your family doesn’t need to feel Discipleship with your family doesn’t need to feel like a burden. Some of the best moments with my own kids have come from a good book, some discussion time, and being present consistently.

Here are some sample resources for every age and stage, from little ones just learning who Jesus is, to elementary kids soaking up the big story of the Bible, to teens wrestling with real life questions.

I’ve also been quietly working on a new study for the tween and teen years, and I’ll be sharing more when ready. Comment “link” to get on the VIP email list to hear about first, along with other family discipleship resources.

Save this post for the next time you’re planning your next book haul.

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They sent me this pretty Wildflower cover, but Green Leaves is beautiful if you love a neutral interior, and Clay is stunning too. I’m also loving the faith-themed sticker pack and these pens, highlighters, and journals that I use for meetings too!

Comment “home” and I’ll send you a link with the launch sale pricing and all the 2027 goodies.

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A few choices of mine, and a few from my son - her A few choices of mine, and a few from my son - here are 10 of our favorite books for this rapid season of change and growth!

If you’d like to see more, comment “books” for a link to the list.

Check the #livingbooklegacy books for boys today:

@brittsbookbin
@juiceboxhomeschool
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My daughter was in middle school when she asked if My daughter was in middle school when she asked if she could go to the mall with her friends from church. Just her, no parents, no siblings.

She’d never crossed that bridge before, and I felt the word “no” forming quickly before she even finished asking.

Somehow, I stopped myself and asked a few questions instead (a practice my husband is great at!). Once I started doing that, I realized something...those “can I” moments were only going to increase. New unchartered water, one after the other, as she got older. I needed to be ready with more than just a reflexive no.

I started keeping a few go-to questions in my pocket - questions that helped actually think it through together instead of me just handing down a decision.

Swipe for the three I use most often.

They didn’t just help her to use reasoning skills. They helped me move from reacting out of fear to a posture of discernment. Bonus: less resentment from her, more clarity for me.

She did end up going to the mall, and it turned into one of those small trust-building moments I still think about.

What’s a “first time for this” moment that caught you off guard?

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A new study I’ve been enjoying with my 11 year old A new study I’ve been enjoying with my 11 year old is this nature science study from @beautifulfeetbooks. It comes with a beautiful assortment of literature, along with hands-on activities like this Watercolor Nature book. 

I plan for 1-2 lessons a week, and I commit to doing most of the activities alongside her. I have focused on my older two children and catering to where they are, and the one was the best tagalong. However, this year is different with two high schoolers, and I’m appreciating making this time with my daughter.

Until the end of September, you can take $20 off Far Afield with the code “JUICEBOX2026”. I’ll share books included in this study in stories. It has been so enjoyable!

#livingbooklegacy is sharing favorite nature books today:

@thisnewday_
@agoodbookhunt
@juiceboxhomeschool
@moraviapress
@treasuredhourbooks
@letthemlovelearning

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As with most things, my planning rhythm changes as As with most things, my planning rhythm changes as my homeschool evolves. Here’s a breakdown of what is currently working...

🗓 Plan a week ahead maximum: my family’s schedule often has last-minute changes for a variety of reasons. Planning too far out made it frustrating to see so many cross-outs and rework things (visually icky!). A week ahead seems just right for now.
🗓 First I put down any out-of-the-ordinary things: a ministry or work meeting, an exam for a high schooler, a working on set day, or random appointments go here.
🗓 Morning meeting times: I choose the maximum amount of days we can fit in a morning meeting, and I now write the time to aim for up top. With live classes and places to be, this helps us all out a lot!
🗓 6th grade curriculum: I pull out my 6th grader’s curriculum to see what is ahead for the week and write it in my planner (this one is from @thewellorderedhomeschool and “juicebox” will give you 10% off.
🗓 High schoolers: Currently, I write down the start and end times of their online live classes until we all get used to this new schedule!

It takes about 15-20 minutes, and an iced coffee nearby helps a lot. With a full day, my future self is always thankful for the investment in these planning sessions!

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Storytime... these small moments are a lot bigger Storytime... these small moments are a lot bigger than I thought. Even when it’s scary, even when we’re not the ones making the decisions, our hope is to raise kids who can think and discern through all the factors.

These everyday moments are so easy to miss, but they are the stepping stones to appreciate the foundation you’ve been building in your family.

I have been working on a relevant product that I’m excited to share with you. I’m in the middle of getting all the logistics squared away, but comment “email” to be the first to hear about it.

More from #homestretchhomeschooling here:
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Book mail 💌 from @bhpub! Comment “books” for a clo Book mail 💌 from @bhpub! Comment “books” for a closer look at each of these.

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We are getting back into that discipline flow, and We are getting back into that discipline flow, and that means a fresh stack of books for me too!

Have you heard of any of these? I’m excited for all of them!

What is your first read of the school year?

More from #livingbookslegacy here:

@moraviapress
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@juiceboxhomeschool
@letthemlovelearning
@thisnewday_ 
@livingbrighthomeschool

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Every homeschool mom has lived through at least tw Every homeschool mom has lived through at least two of these. Which era are you in right now? 👇

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Kicking off the school year with these read-alouds Kicking off the school year with these read-alouds for my 6th grader, 9th grader, and 12th grader! 

I’m so looking forward to a great year with my crew. Everything feels more treasured and thoughtful, rightfully so. Do you see anything in these piles that intrigues you?

What is your first read-aloud for the school year?

More ideas from #livingbooklegacy here:
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@treasuredhourbooks
@blessedwithmotherhood
@moraviapress

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Another first day of homeschool in the books! Thi Another first day of homeschool in the books!

This one hit different, though. It’s Riley’s last “first day” of homeschool before graduating. I’m soaking up every bit of it.

We always start slow on day one. No rush and no stress. Introducing our morning meeting rhythm, which includes our favorite @worldwatchnews, a read-aloud, a math lesson, and easing into what I know will be a full, busy year ahead. Slow starts provide time to sort through all the logins, set up for each course, and talk about our boundaries, expectations, and hopes for the year.

This year I’m also shifting more of my time and attention to my 6th grader’s schooling. I chose curriculum with that in mind. Every kid learns differently, and that’s the beauty of homeschooling: we get to build the year around the child and life circumstances in front of us.

One thing that’s already in our morning meeting rotation: World Watch News. It’s such an easy, no-fuss way to keep current events part of our routine, and it is a welcome break from book work that ALL of my kids appreciate. Use the code “JUICEBOX” for 2 months absolutely free! It is such a great resource, and I know you will love it.

Comment “world watch” for a convenient link!

What are your first-day-of-homeschool traditions?

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There’s a very specific kind of joy in cracking op There’s a very specific kind of joy in cracking open a brand new planner for the year ahead (nerd alert, I warned you). 

I love sitting down with my iced coffee, praying over the months ahead, and envisioning what our homeschool days could look like. Other than the actual homeschool life lived, planning is one of my favorite parts of this!

This year I’m trying out the @wellorderedhomeschool planner and getting to make it beautiful is half the fun. Will give you my honest take as we go along!

They are offering 15% off right now. Comment “PLANNER” and I’ll send you the link.

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This is the only “screen time” I hand over without This is the only “screen time” I hand over without a second thought.

It’s Night Zookeeper! My daughter is motivated to stay on task with her other subjects so she can earn her Night Zookeeper time. Somewhere along the way, she’s entered writing contests, received feedback from tutors, and just won the Star Writer Winner award. 🏆

It’s writing, spelling, and vocabulary wrapped up in these wild zoo quests she actually loves, with a parent dashboard on the back end if you ever want to lean on it within your ELA curriculum.

Purposeful, fun screen time that works for both of us? Yes please.

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Raise thinkers, not just repeaters. 🤍 One of the Raise thinkers, not just repeaters. 🤍 

One of the best gifts we can give our teens is a home where their opinions are welcome, even the half-formed, still-figuring-it-out ones. This has been one of the most challenging practices for me!

Swipe through for 3 simple ways to open that door this week. Which one are you trying first? If you have little ones, it wouldn’t hurt to start practicing this now (I wish I did!).

Check these accounts for more #homestretchhomeschooling thoughts:
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Confession: we were 100% studying Botany for 2026- Confession: we were 100% studying Botany for 2026-2027.

My daughter skimmed through both notebooks, and Botany won, hands down. Case closed... or so I thought.

Then we visited the Lowell Observatory in Arizona this spring. We paid the extra $5 for the rooftop presentation at night, and while the rest of us were shivering, she was frozen in place for a totally different reason...completely in awe.

In the gift shop, she asked, “Is it possible we study Astronomy instead?”

Here’s another thing about homeschooling I’m grateful for: we get to say yes to that. We get to follow the wonder instead of the plan.

So this year, we’re diving into Exploring Creation with Astronomy, and I already know we’ll be filling that student notebook cover to cover, because a completely filled-out @apologiaworld notebook might be the most underrated homeschool mom flex there is. 😅

Want 25% off? Comment “SCIENCE” and I’ll send the link your way. (Reading this after August 2026? Use code TRISHA10 for 10% off.)

What’s a moment your kid surprised you by loving something you didn’t expect? 

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Okay but these books 🤩 I just unboxed something r Okay but these books 🤩

I just unboxed something really special today. It’s the brand new Far Afield nature study from Beautiful Feet Books, and I am so looking forward to taking our time with this one. 

It’s designed for grades 4 through 6, and it is BEAUTIFUL.

We’re talking 104 lessons built around living books, field guides, and illustrated companions. Plus a consumable logbook, watercolor cards, hands-on activities like building a lemon battery and making a walnut sailboat, and guided field trip days.

This is the kind of nature study that makes your kids want to go outside and pay attention to creation.

And I have an exclusive discount for you!
Use code JUICEBOX2026 for $20 off the Far Afield literature pack. Comment “nature” for the link and code sent to your inbox.

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The part of our school day my kids actually ask fo The part of our school day my kids actually ask for. 🥰 #ad

We’ve been using @worldwatchnews for years! It started with searching for a way to incorporate current events in our homeschool days, and I found this subscription that includes 10 minutes of real-world news and entertaining stories that somehow always turns into the best conversations and prayer topics around the table. 

An additional bonus is that it breaks up the read-alouds, which is a mutual and welcome pause, while also keeping us all informed.

Right now, new subscribers can try it completely free, and here’s the important part: you need to use my link (coupon code JUICEBOX automatically applied at checkout) for it to work.

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Comment “world watch” for the 60 days free link. If your family hasn’t tried it yet, this is the perfect time. 🙌

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Here are some of the more memorable books about th Here are some of the more memorable books about the ocean that we have used in our homeschool:

🌊 The Shark Lady by Jess Keating: The true story of how Eugenie Clark became the ocean’s most fearless scientist.
🌊 The Little Island by Margaret Wise Brown: written by the same author of the classic Goodnight Moon, The Little Island is about a kitten who visits and witnesses the changing seasons of this special place.
🌊 The Heart of the Samurai by Margi Preus: In 1841, a crew of Japanese fishermen find themselves at the mercy of New Englanders after their ship sank. Manjiro, a 14-year-old boy, is eager to learn everything he can about American culture.
🌊 Where the Wind Leads by Vinh Chung and Tim Downs: still one of the most memorable reads of my life. I am biased because my husband’s family has a similar story, but it was a fascinating retelling of fleeing Vietnam in hopes of freedom, safety, and autonomy.
🌊 Watercolor with Me in the Ocean by Dana Fox: We just all loved these watercolor books, and the ocean version is a favorite!

More from #livingbooklegacy here:
@brittsbookbin

#booksabouttheocean #juiceboxreads #oceanbooks #livingbooks
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