The Best Preschool Graduation Gifts of 2024

Updated by Sydney Bollinger

Preschool is a special time in life for children because it’s their first experience with school. These kids have completed a year of following directions, making friends, and learning new information, all while being away from home. That’s a big deal and deserves some recognition. So, celebrate this milestone for your little one with preschool graduation gifts. In this article, we share a few gift ideas perfect for your soon-to-be kindergartener:

Celebrate Preschool Graduation

Graduating from preschool is a huge step in a child’s development. Not only are they out of the house in a classroom setting all day, but preschool is instrumental in helping children navigate social situations, develop a love of learning, and be introduced to basic literacy and math skills, which will serve as the building blocks for the rest of their formal education.

Celebrating preschool graduation has increased in popularity in recent years — and for good reason. For one, highlighting children’s achievements helps them feel good about themselves. Additionally, these celebrations can motivate them to continue to perform well in school.

We all know that each kid is different, so when choosing preschool graduation gifts be sure to pay attention to their personality, while also considering how this gift is an opportunity to further enrich your child’s learning as they spend the summer preparing for kindergarten.

Preschool Graduation Gifts

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Books and educational games are excellent choices, especially because they can be family activities, allowing you to bond with your child. Books, especially, will be paramount in continuing to develop your child’s literacy, while games and other activities can contribute to the development of problem-solving and critical and creative thinking skills.

There are so many preschooler-friendly books and games out there, so it might be hard to choose, but there are so many great resources for finding the perfect gift. A subscription box is a great option. After all, they are the gifts that keep on giving! Whether you purchase an annual or three-month subscription, your favorite preschooler will get something perfect for them in the mail every month!

Below, you’ll find a list of preschool graduation gifts to help your graduate feel special.

The Preschool Box

The Preschool Box

From $42.95 per box
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This activity box is perfect for a preschooler or upcoming kindergartener. It features a wide array of activities that can build skill in phonics, counting, shapes, colors, and writing — all of which are incredibly important for a young learner!

Shipping: We ship the week of the 6th every month.

“Fantastic preschool box 📦!! It’s perfect and exactly what my little preschooler needed. Her eyes light up every time I pull out the box. She knows it’s time for some FUN, hands on learning. She’s already showing so much growth in such a small amount of time already.” — Priscilla R.

Little Dreamers Club Crafts Subscription Box - MONTHLY Subscription Box

Little Dreamers Club Crafts Subscription Box - MONTHLY Subscription Box

From $32.99 per box
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Quality time reigns supreme when it comes to our kiddos. From the first box on, the Little Dreamers Club helps you give your little ones the attention they crave and the confidence they need to learn and explore. Open to find a selection of goodies that include everything from books and activity pages to art projects and hands-on craft ideas.

Shipping: Your first box ships immediately. Subsequent boxes ship out on the 11th of the month. Order By Dec 8Th for Christmas Delivery.

"LOVED these! It got me on the ground and engaged in doing fun things with my 4 year old. The projects all had great instructions and were so easy to follow." - Ronda W.

Maple Tree Preschool Learning Box

Maple Tree Preschool Learning Box

From $27.53 per box
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Shipping: We will ship no later than the 15th of each month.

Ages 0-13 Imagination Box and Mini Subscriptions

Ages 0-13 Imagination Box and Mini Subscriptions

From $16.99 per box
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This box — which is sure to ignite your child’s love of reading — is curated by an experienced educator who knows just how important literacy is. Each box contains 3 age-appropriate books and a seasonal craft. This box can also “grow” with your child, as the box ages go up to tween readers.

Shipping: We ship via USPS Media Mail which takes 3-7 days (12-16 days for Alaska, Hawaii and US territories). Welcome boxes are shipped within 5 business days of ordering. Shipping to Canada is $25.99/package (3+ weeks shipping). International Shipping is $34.99/package (5+ weeks shipping).

“My kids are really enjoying their packages. Their grandma got it for them as a gift and they get really excited when they come in the mail. Great subscription, highly recommend.” — Marlena B.

Kindergarten Crate Subscription

Kindergarten Crate Subscription

From $36.66 per box
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The Kindergarten Crate is one of the best preschool graduation gifts you could get! This box contains classroom supplies complete with an activity for any teacher to share with their students.

Shipping: Your box will ship near the end of each month so you can use it with your class the following month. Please order by February 15th to get the Friendship and Rainbows box.

“EVERY box has been absolutely amazing & I can't wait for each upcoming arrival. Thanks for all the thought & time that goes into making each box so user friendly, kindy appropriate, fun & engaging. I truly appreciate the newly added sheets (since I got my 1st box in May) that state what materials are used for, activity directions, what standards each one meets & the versatility of the kits. Thank you 10 times over!!” — Jody S.

Wiggle Worms Preschool Kits (kids ages 3-5)

Wiggle Worms Preschool Kits (kids ages 3-5)

From $28.00 per box
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Handcrafted and designed for early learners by experienced educators, Wiggle Worms Kits bring playful STEM toys, activities, and crafts in every box. This open-and-go subscription sends all the materials and supplies the kiddos need to play and learn! Each box delivers at least 2 reusable activities, so the fun will last to the next monthly delivery (and beyond).

Shipping: FREE SHIPPING IN US NEW ORDERS ship within 2-5 business days! For existing subscribers and renewals, we ship on the first Wednesday of every month.

“Love these boxes, fun for the whole family and helps make learning so much fun!” — Jennifer B.

Snail Mail Weekly Letter  from Sunny the Mail Snail for ages 3 to 8

Snail Mail Weekly Letter from Sunny the Mail Snail for ages 3 to 8

From $15.00 per box
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Along with Sunny the Mail Snail leaving a special surprise in the mailbox every week, Snail Mail for Kids is an affordable educational gift that can enhance literacy competency and help kids develop a love for reading. Fun for the whole family, a welcome kit brings a stuffed Sunny and a map to track his global travels. Then each week afterwards, a letter arrives telling witty and silly snail tales of all of Sunny’s adventures, bringing fun facts about animals and locations from around the world. Each letter also delivers a trading card that will help solve Sunny’s secret code and includes a fun extra that ties into the week’s story. Sunny is guaranteed to become a fast family friend, and leave everyone checking the mailbox in anticipation!

Shipping: First order/letter ships within a week then weekly thereafter.

“My 4 year old loved getting letters from Sunny. She always showed off her stickers and pictures to family that would visit. She also loved her stuffed Sunny and would bring him to daycare whenever she got the chance. Thanks for making lasting memories for our family.” — Alyssa N.

Interested in more kid-friendly gift ideas? Check out these uniquely curated preschool subscription boxes as well as our entire Graduation Gift Shop