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We are only a third of the way into the month of October, but I am surprisingly already thinking about the holidays. Because it takes a long time for things to get to Nigeria, we will start ordering presents later this month. I think my mom is already planning! Presents are always fun to receive, and their super special to give, too. Since I do have a blog about travel, I thought I’d share a list of fun travel and exploring related presents.

First, shout out to all the friends I have made in Nigeria! For all the kids reading this, this post is mostly for the adults in your life who will be helping Santa out with extra Christmas shopping. But that does not mean that this blog is not kid-friendly. If you see something you want, go and tell your parents to check it out! And make sure to let Santa know you need some cool adventure and travel themed gear this year.

Item	Description	Link	Notes
History and culture book	Fury of the Vikings, Dominic Sandbrook	https://amzn.to/4pVxgbQ	I love this author so much! I’ve read most of his kids’ books, and I think you will really enjoy the blend of history, culture, and storytelling!
History and culture book	Cleopatra, Dominic Sandbrook	https://amzn.to/4oiVcV7	See above
History and culture book	The Six Wives of Henry VIII, Dominic Sandbrook	https://amzn.to/3ICGcCo	See above
Travel and Geography book	Maps	https://amzn.to/48ktvXf	This is one of our family’s most beloved books! We’ve spent so much time looking through the maps. The graphics are awesome and there is so much culture and info on each page.
Travel and Geography book	Smithsonian History of the World Map by Map	https://amzn.to/46XiRDh	I want this book! Each map has so much history included. I’m look drooling looking at this on Amazon!
Culture and education book	What is a Refugee?	https://amzn.to/4nNaBgz	This is a GREAT book! My parents spent over a decade working with refugees and asylum seekers. It’s very important to know what and who is a refugee and how we can show love and support.
Culture and education book	This is How We Do It: One Day in the Lives of Seven Kids from around the World	https://amzn.to/3KJKHLV	Another awesome book our family loves. It looks at different kids growing up all over the world and what their normal days and lives look like. You’ll learn so much!
Activity Book on Travel	Travel Activity Book: Creative Travel-Themed Activity Book For Kids Ages 6-12 With Maps, Crosswords, And Fill-In Puzzles	https://amzn.to/48o1RIX	This is a fun activity book to work on while traveling! It will help keep you entertained in the car or during a long layover.
Travel Journal	The Ultimate Travel Journal for Kids: Awesome Activities for Your Adventures	https://amzn.to/4oimhI1	This journal is a great way to think about your trip and adventures and keep track of memories and experiences.
Travel Coloring Book	Wonders of the World Coloring Book	https://amzn.to/48oE1N3	Super cool coloring book for big kids. There’s history and full-color drawings that show what the wonders actually looked like. And then there’s color pages so you can add your own special touch.
Lego Architecture	Paris	https://amzn.to/3KQuZP7	Have it and love it! Legos meets travel, my dream!
Lego Architecture	London	https://amzn.to/3KQuZP7	See above
Lego Architecture	The Great Pyramid of Giza	https://amzn.to/3J4PMxR	See above (but this one is harder than the others and super, super cool. You might need an adult to help you out).
Duplo	Duplo Airport Building Toys	https://amzn.to/3J1Ib3b	A great duplo set for younger kids getting used to travel and a flight.
Magnetic Travel Toy	Magna-Tiles MicroMags Travel Set	https://amzn.to/4356kfW	I’ve played with magna-tiles since I was one year old, and I still love them. My mom says they’re the best toys ever made. So why not grab a small version for the car, plane, or train? I definitely need a set!
Game	Guess in 10 Countries of the World	https://amzn.to/432tpzW	This is one of my family’s favorite games! We play it all the time. We take it traveling with us, and my mom packs it in the suitcase whenever we move and are waiting for our boxes for months and months. We don’t get tired of it.
Game	Guess in 10 Cities Around the World	https://amzn.to/4ni2Myt	See above
Game	Ticket to Ride First Journey (Europe)	https://amzn.to/4ni2Myt	A great game! This is the kids’ version of Ticket to Ride. It’s a great way to learn where cities and countries in Europe are.
Game	Ticket to Ride (adult version)	https://amzn.to/4mZYWd1	This adult version is fun in and of itself, but you can also use it with many different expansion kits (Iberia! Netherlands! Japan!)
Travel Water Bottle	KINTO Water Bottle, 10.1 fl oz (300 ml)	https://amzn.to/471kik2	My mom loves these bottles for travel. They are small and light so they aren’t too heavy to carry.
Fidget Toys	Transformable Fidget Spinners	https://amzn.to/4ha91D0	Fun little toy to pack for any trip.
Fidget Toys	Fidget Spinner and Popper	https://amzn.to/4h4f387	Mom said these would be a great stocking stuffer!
Travel Toy	Wikki Stix! The best travel toy for all kids.	https://amzn.to/4h8EWUe	Apparently these sticks are how my parents survived traveling with four toddlers and a baby. But they look pretty cool for almost-11-year-olds, too!
Map for Young Kids	World Map for Kids Age 2+	https://amzn.to/42C9VCa	This is a great world map for little kids to learn their continents and get a starting idea of locations around the world.
Map	Laminated World Map	https://amzn.to/4h51mWf	This is a standard world map. I want one for my room! You can always put thumbtacks in the places you’ve visited, lived, or want to go to!
Interactive Globe	LeapFrog Magic Adventures Globe	https://amzn.to/470ewzn	My grandparents got this for me when I was very young, and I still use it all the time!
Globe	World Globe	https://amzn.to/4nMbMwJ	A standard glove that every home should have. It’s a great decoration and also educational and practical.
Language Flash Cards	Photographic Learning Flash Cards — can be used in any language!	https://amzn.to/47j7O8P	My family has used these cards to help us with Arabic, Dutch, French, and other languages because they’re just pictures. You can use them with any language to test and practice your vocab.
World Flags Flash Cards	Zastic! 245 World Flags Flashcards	https://amzn.to/46USJdL	My siblings and I love playing flag games, drawing flags, and everything related to flags. This is a great set to help you learn what flags from all over the world look like.
Cookbook	Cooking Class Global Feast!: 44 Recipes That Celebrate the World’s Cultures	https://amzn.to/3IHwuyC	I think you don’t get a good sense of a culture unless you have a chance to taste it! This book will introduce you to so many cool foods and teach you how to make them at home. Great for all the travelers and little chefs out there!
Camera	Instant Print Digital Camera	https://amzn.to/3KO4A4p	This camera is super fun because it prints pictures immediately. It’s like a polaroid but more for kids.
Camera	Digital Camera	https://amzn.to/4nU32of	Here’s a great digital camera that isn’t too expensive. Travel and adventures are a great time to learn how to take pictures and keep your memories.
Magnifying Glass	Magnifying Glass	https://amzn.to/4nU32of	Every explorer needs magnifying glasses. Bugs, rocks, sand, leaves. And you can take them on the plane or train.
Compass	Compass on a string	https://amzn.to/3IEnla5	Compasses are really fun! My mom Says this is another great stocking stuffer!
Figurine Toys	Around the World Figurines (like the Eiffel Tower, Taj Mahal, and Giza Pyramids!)	https://amzn.to/42vBEV1	I have these awesome figurines. I highly recommend.
Figurine Toys	World Landmarks Figurines (like the Great Wall of China, Easter Island heads, and the Sphinx!)	https://amzn.to/46KKQHz	Another fun figurine set with landmarks I haven’t seen in other sets.
Books	Refugee, by Alan Gratz	https://amzn.to/4pYMJI9	My parents got me this book and I love it. It is a great read for elementary and middle school students.
Books	Refugee, by Alan Gratz Graphic Novel	https://amzn.to/4nKZxR7	I just saw this graphic novel version of the book I listed above and I immediately want it! I’m adding it to my Christmas list!
Fidget Toys	Rechargeable Game cube	https://amzn.to/473daUv	This is a fun fidget game and toy that’s a little more high tech than normal fidget toys.
Game Book	Mad Libs	https://amzn.to/47jMkbW	These are the best things ever! The world’s greatest word game. My family loves MadLibs and we have many different versions. You can do them while traveling, at the hotel room, waiting in line to go into a museum. They’re so fun and make you laugh really hard!

🌍 The Kids Explorer Club With Jed