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Mail is always better when it’s a box filled with goodies that come on a regular basis from someone you love! These days there’s a subscription box for every age and interest and my best subscription boxes for all ages features boxes for toddlers and preschoolers, elementary ages, teens, and adults into a jumbo-sized list.

Best Subscription Boxes for All Ages

From subscription boxes that get preschoolers ready for kindergarten to cool maker boxes for teens and even an wine box from Vinebox for adults, the best subscription boxes for all ages should surprise and delight the recipient. I’m always in awe of the diversity of subscription boxes available and this list of best subscription boxes for all ages will help you narrow the list of many choices.

I hope you’ll find a gift to give or use something you find to gently remind someone in your life of a subscription box you’d like to get. If there’s something you want to give or receive that’s a little outside your budget, keep an eye out for pre-Black Friday and CyberMonday deals since many of the ones featured in my Best Subscription Boxes for All Ages often go on sale as Thanksgiving gets closer.

Best Subscription Boxes for Toddlers and Preschoolers

RADDISH KIDS COOKING CLUB (1, 3, 6, or 12 month plans start at $23.95)

Monthly cooking kits deliver kitchen confidence through themed recipes for dinner, dessert and more. A subscription box from Raddish Kids comes with three illustrated, laminated recipes (entree, appetizer, breakfast, snack, side, or dessert) with step-by-step instructions to develop smart and safe kitchen techniques that will last a lifetime. A high-quality kitchen tool comes with each box so your child can add a new piece to their kitchen tool set each month. Included Table Talk cards help spark meaningful and memorable dinner conversations. Best for ages 4+ Sign up for 6 months, get 1 month free or sign up for 12 months, get 2 months free with code BESTDEAL Shipping is always free

MILESTONES & MORE PLAY KITS ($50)

Created out from 40 years of experience from parents and child development experts at Child Care Resource Center, Milestones & More Play Kits support the growth of children. While not exactly a subscription, I wanted to feature boxes from this nonprofit because each bilingual kit supports early childhood development for children ages 0-6.

Each themed kit includes engaging toys, books, and hands-on activities designed to help little ones reach key developmental milestones through play. With essentials like skill builders, health and safety items, and bilingual board books, these kits are perfect for parents, grandparents, and caregivers alike. Powered by the Child Care Resource Center, a portion of proceeds is reinvested in the local community—making every playtime purposeful. I can’t think of a better gift to give a young child!

Full Moon Fairy (from $17.95)

There is something magical about childhood and I absolutely love how Full Moon Fairy is all about adding more magic to the younger years in a wholesome way. Full Moon Fairy is a children’s book and themed gift series founded by mom, Karly, who wanted to bring more mindful, magical moments to her children while imparting invaluable lessons of kindness, connection, love, and empathy toward each other and the Earth.

Each month, families are welcomed to the whimsical world of Faye the Full Moon Fairy and her cast of adorable critter friends. Their adventures are ushered by the lunar cycle and grounded by nature and time-honored values. The customizable monthly parcels, are designed to be experienced upon the full moon. Each features a beautifully written hardbound bedtime story experienced as a series that follow the Lunar Calendar. Boxes include a small, surprise interactive element, or craft, inspired by the narrative. When surprises are set up to be discovered in the morning after a full moon, the enchantment of the tales feels absolutely magical to young kids. As a mom whose kids attended a Waldorf preschool, I absolutely love how Full Moon Fairy ritual ignites the imagination, instills lasting traditions, and creates precious memories! Best for ages 3-6.

The Preschool Box from Subscription Box Kids (starting at $39/box per month with a 12 month subscription)

As a former first grade teacher, I think The Preschool Box is a perfect way to get kids ready for kindergarten. Each month your child will receive a different box featuring 16 different activities and all materials needed to get started. The best part is everything comes ready to go so no prep is needed! Monthly Parent Guides make Preschool simple– just follow along as your little one fills out their reading log, learns new skills, and gets creative with crafts.

I received Box 1 to review that was all about learning letters A-D, numbers 0-5, and colors. The enclosed Parent Guide and Activity Workbook includes easy-to-follow instructions for each week of the month with an activity for each day. In reviewing the daily activities, the easy-to-follow instructions outlined a fun interactive learning activity that would hold any preschooler’s attention. The year’s subscription is designed so each month’s box builds on the last to create a comprehensive curriculum to help your child get ready for kindergarten. Best for ages 3-4.

HOMER Early Learning from Little Passports (from $25/month, delivered monthly)

HOMER Early Learning focuses on at-home learning for kids who love discovering through play. Each month’s box builds critical skills through games and activities that help them hone new skills in reading, early math, colors, and more. They also encourage our youngest ages to get comfortable with feelings, kindness, mindful breathing, and more. Best for ages 3-6. Get 20% off with the code EARLYGIFT20

Panda Crate by KiwiCo Clubs (Choose Essentials, Plus, or Deluxe crates ranging in price from $50-92 and delivered every 2 months)

KiwiCo has reimagined its beloved subscription line to bring fun learning journeys that guide kids through exciting topics, helping them explore the world and build skills, while fostering curiosity, creativity, determination, and confidence. Each KiwiCo Club builds on familiar topics while exploring new interests, creating a continuous journey of discovery and skill-building. Panda Crate is designed for babies and toddlers and each box contains research-backed toys and expert advice.

The Essentials Crate features 5-7 toys tailored to your child’s age and developmental stage and an in-depth grownup guide. Plus and Deluxe Crates include everything in the Essentials Crate plus 1-2 grow-with-me toys and 1-2 play guides. The Deluxe Crate also includes a perfectly paired book with your shipment. Best for 0-36 months. Start your subscription for $56/month with the code JOY. Shipping is always free to addresses in the US.

Animals Wild from Little Passports (from $25/month, delivered monthly)

Animal loving kids will love this monthly box that gets them trekking through the Amazon, stomping through the Serengeti, plunging into the Pacific, wandering the woods, creeping through the Outback, following the flock, and more! Each month kids will get a delivery that features a playset full of lift-the-flap surprises and activities. By learning through play, they’ll step into the animal world with creative hands-on games and discover new creatures that will become part of a collection of 3-D animal friends. Best for ages 4-6. Get 20% off with the code EARLYGIFT20

Sprout by by KiwiCo (starts at $24/month, delivered monthly)

Designed for ages 3-5, Spout encourages independent play with a ready-to-play toy and matching build that grow with your child. Each crate builds confidence and develops new skills with an age-appropriate theme every month. I love how kids can join Kellan & friends on an adventure through the included storybook that encourages early literacy. Best for ages 3-5. Start your subscription for $19.20/month with the code JOY. Free shipping to addresses in the US.

Little Passports Early Explorers (from $25/month, delivered monthly)

This year give them a gift of adventure by teaching them about geography in an age-appropriate way each month. Every month your preschooler will get a package from Little Passports filled with fun activities, educational toys, stickers, trading cards, and learning games based on a theme like art, music, or food that teaches them about the world. For example, the Oceans package contains an educational fishing game that teaches children about different sea creatures, contains materials to conduct a saltwater science experience, and a beautifully illustrated booklet filled with fun facts about each of the world’s oceans. Included stickers, trading cards, and other bonus materials in each package to make learning fun and engaging for young toddlers and preschoolers. Best for ages 3-5. Get 20% off with the code EARLYGIFT20

Best Subscription Boxes for Elementary Ages

Lil Readers Book Club from Subscription Box Kids (starting at $39/box per month with a 12 month subscription)

The gift of reading never gets old especially with the gift of a subscription to Lil Readers Book Club. Each month your emerging reader will encounter 3 books and activities tied to a central theme.

The Lil Readers Book Club box I received for review was snowman themed. It included three books: Just a Snowman by Mercer Mayer, The Snowman and the Snowdog based on characters by Raymond Briggs, and Snowmen at Work, a board book by Caralyn Buehner. The enclosed Parent Guide and Activity Workbook included steps for getting familiar with books (identifying the front and back cove:r, title, author, illustrator, etc.), guide for discussing and identifying story elements, and discussion questions for each book. Instructions for craft activities and supplies are included in the book. As a former first grade teacher who spent years teaching students how to read, I love how themed Lil Readers Book Club boxes encourage reading comprehension while, teaching science facts and fostering math skills, problem solving strategies, reasoning skills, and more to encourage a love of reading. Best for ages 4-6.

Global Eats Club from Raddish Kids (1, 3, 6, or 12 month plans start at $23.95)

Expand your child’s love of global flavors with a Global Eats Club subscription. This subscription box from Raddish Kids comes with three illustrated, laminated recipes (entree, appetizer, breakfast, snack, side, or dessert) with step-by-step instructions to develop smart and safe kitchen techniques that will last a lifetime. A high-quality kitchen tool comes with each box so your child can add a new piece to their kitchen tool set each month. Included Table Talk cards help spark meaningful and memorable dinner conversations. Best for ages 6+ Sign up for 6 months, get 1 month free or sign up for 12 months, get 2 months free with code BESTDEAL Shipping is always free

Outside the Box Creations starting at $39/box per month with a 12 month subscription)

Give the gift of art through Outside the Box Creation, a subscription box that delivers monthly art class in a box! Every month your elementary aged student will receive a box with a new art technique to explore along with high quality art materials to elevate their skills. I love that each kit is a complete art unit featuring four lessons crafted by an experienced art educator.

Lessons introduce new techniques, art materials, and foundational elements and principles of fine art. Each unit also highlights a past or present artist or explores a specific art history period for added context and inspiration.

KiwiCo: World (starts at $24/month, delivered every month)

Explore the world in the most fun way through monthly deliveries that immerse your elementary student in new cultures. Each box includes two STEAM projects that will immerse them in lessons in geography, cultural customs, world history, native recipes, and more while they collect a pin for each country visited. Best for ages 6-12. Start your subscription for $19.20/month with the code JOY. Free shipping to addresses in the US.

KiwiCo: Science (from $24/month, delivered monthly)

Every month your young engineer will get instructions and everything they need to engineer a new build such as an archery set, motorized spin art, a pop-up pencil box, and more. They can also watch videos, earn rewards by completing projects, and more. Best for ages 6-8. Start your subscription for $19.20/month with the code JOY. Free shipping to addresses in the US.

Science Junior from Little Passports (from $25/month, delivered monthly)

Elementary ages who love science and are curious about how the world works will love getting their monthly shipment from Science Junior. From learning about Weddell Seals, volcanoes in Hawaii, robots, sound, and more, Science Junior keeps kids learning and exploring STEM subjects through fun hands-on activities. Best for ages 5-8. Get 20% off with the code EARLYGIFT20

Space Quest from Little Passports (from $25/month, delivered monthly)

There’s no better way to fuel a love of space than through hands-on activities that help them investigate alien life, deep space travel, and more. Space Quest helps ages 6-8 take a cosmic journey each month thanks to boxes that are developed with astronomers and other space experts. Best for ages 6-8. Get 20% off with the code EARLYGIFT20

World Adventures from Little Passports (from $25/month, delivered monthly)

For families trying to teach their kids geography as you raise young global citizens, Little Passports is a fun way to start because the subscription is a ticket to an exciting global adventure. Kids ages 6-10 will enjoy traveling with fictional friends, Sam and Sophia, who find a magical scooter in a garage that takes them all over the world. The first month comes in the blue Explorers’ Kit suitcase filled with a passport, wall sized map of the world, welcome letter from Sam and Sophia, stickers, photos, and activity sheets, plus access to online games through the Boarding Zone. Each month a new country is featured and kids will love collecting stickers to affix on their suitcase and in their passports. Best for ages 6-10. Get 20% off with the code EARLYGIFT20

Kitchen Adventures from Little Passports (from $25/month, delivered monthly)

Budding chefs will love getting a monthly delivery of a new cooking challenge featuring flavors from around the world. Rome, El Paso, Punjab, Buenos Aires, Beijing, and Crete are just some of the places they’ll get to know through cooking kid-friendly recipes and activities that teach them about the culture and introduce them to new flavors. Best for ages 6-10. Get 20% off with the code EARLYGIFT20

Best Subscription Boxes for Tweens

Baking Club from Raddish Kids (1, 3, 6, or 12 month plans start at $23.95)

Young bakers who are ready to rise will love a subscription to Raddish Kids’ Baking Club. Monthly baking kids come with two illustrated, laminated recipes with a “Quick Bake” and 18-step “Star Bake” designed for ages 8+ Baking kit recipes feature sweets like pies, breads, and cookies, gourmet treats like éclairs, tarts, and cakes. There are also recipes for breakfast treats and savory baked goods on occasion. A high-quality kitchen tool comes with each box so your tween can add a new piece to their kitchen tool set each month. Included Table Talk cards help spark meaningful and memorable dinner conversations. Best for ages 8+ Sign up for 6 months, get 1 month free or sign up for 12 months, get 2 months free with code BESTDEAL Shipping is always free

KiwiCo: Studio (starts at $24/month, delivered every month)

Give the monthly gift of creative confidence that comes with KiwiCo’s Doodle Crate. Every month your innovator will learn new art techniques and real-life design skills to help them create unique works of functional art. Best for ages 9-13. Start your subscription for $19.20/month with the code JOY. Free shipping to addresses in the US.

Bitsbox (starting at $16.95/month)

Hooray for a subscription box that teaches real coding! Each month Bitsbox sends a box with a mix of coding projects, ranging from simple to more advanced. Kids look through the materials and choose an app. After typing the app into the Bitsbox website, they can change it to make it their own. Bitsbox apps run on any computer, tablet, or phone with a web browser, so kids can see and share their creations. Best for ages 6-12. Tweens will enjoy being able to complete the more advanced projects independently.

KiwiCo: Tinker Crate (from $24/month, delivered monthly)

KiwiCo: Tinker Crate is the age-appropriate science-themed subscription box designed for tweens. Materials for building a delivery bot, maze arcade, animatronics studio, and more are just some of the examples of each month’s projects. Best for ages 9-11. Start your subscription for $19.20/month with the code JOY. Free shipping to addresses in the US.

Science Expeditions from Little Passports (from $25/month, delivered monthly)

Master mechanical engineering and learn about roller coaster physics, make a model elevator, combine electricity and chemistry to power a digital clock, build a working pinball machine, learn about bubble science, and more. Every month Science Expeditions will encourage tweens to learn about scientific concepts in hands-on age-appropriate ways. Best for ages 8+. Get 20% off with the code EARLYGIFT20

Best Subscription Boxes for Teens

Quarterly Coloring Subscription Box from A Brighter Year ($35/quarter)

Gift daily coloring fun with A Brighter Year’s quarterly Coloring Subscription Box. Each box contains 3 months of mini Color by Day Desk Calendars and 2-3 additional items, such as newly-released mini coloring books, color your own stickers, markers or pencil sets, and more. Your first box will come with a small wooden display block to show off your mini coloring pages. Each box will arrive prior to January 1, April 1, July 1, and October 1, so your teen will have new set of daily desk coloring calendars for the upcoming months. This subscription is a great way to include some relaxation and mindfulness into their daily routine.

The BlocksBox Organic Mushroom Grow Kit Subscription ($64.99, regularly $90)

Get your teen interested in growing their own food with The BlocksBox, a monthly mushroom kit subscription featuring three ready-to-grow 5 lb. fruiting block mushroom grow kits. The first week of each month, North Spore Mushrooms will ship three (3) fully-colonized fruiting block mushroom grow kits, chosen by our staff based on seasonality to ensure the best optimal growth conditions. There are two boxes to choose from: The Explorer Box or The Discovery Box. The Explorer Box is curated for the mushroom grower interested in beginner-friendly species while The Discovery Box features more advanced and beginner-friendly species of mushrooms.

SketchBox ($25/month for the Basic Box, $35/month for the Premium Box)

Creatives who swoon over art supplies will love SketchBox, a monthly subscription that provides artists with supplies and a way to showcase their work. The Premium Box makes is an ideal subscription box for tweens and teens who love to draw. While the Basic Box is more affordable, it seems like the quality and quantity of art supplies in the Premium Box is well worth the money. No recommended age but this was gifted to my daughter when she was in high school and she loved it!

KiwiCo: Eureka Crate (from $24/month, delivered monthly)

Teens who love to build will love the challenge and joy of making their own trashketball set, pinball machine, printing press, and more. Each month’s Invention box serves as a hands-on laboratory for creativity that will get teens engaging in new learning that deepens their understanding of concepts taught in the classroom or teaches them something new. Best for ages 12-16. Start your subscription for $19.20/month with the code JOY. Free shipping to addresses in the US.

Dear HOLMES-MYSTERIES BY MAIL (starting at $17.99 a full year, delivered monthly)

Get teens away from screens with a mystery that will appeal to their inner detective! Dear Holmes is a mail-based monthly mystery delivered straight to your door. Detectives are mailed letters and clues from a month-long mystery and tasked with using their wits and deductive reasoning skills to form a solution to the case!

Each month readers are invited to submit their solutions to the case so that Dear Holmes can choose a featured detective and highlight their work. Submissions are a great way to practice writing skills because teens will not only need to figure out who did it but identify how the crime was done and why other suspects and witnesses behaved in the way they did. This is a perfect gift for fans of the True Crime Network or True Crime Podcasts. Gift givers can download a letter to send in advance of recipients receiving their first Dear Holmes letter by mail. Best for ages 13+

Ipsy Glam Bag (starts at $14/month for 5 deluxe samples)

Teens who love trying new products will never get tired of getting their Ipsy subscription in the mail! Ipsy subscribers start by filling out a profile to help match your skin color, makeup style, and more to the deluxe samples and full-sized beauty products that come in your monthly Glam Bag. Glam Bags are perfectly sized zippered cosmetic pouches featuring a different design each month. It’s a perfect subscription for YouTube makeup loving tutorial tweens and teens who live their lives in the beauty aisle, especially since it’s nicely priced at $14/month. Each month’s bag is automatically charged to your credit card but you can cancel at any time. Best for ages 13+

Best Subscription Boxes for Grownups

What do you get the adult who has everything? A subscription box that matches their interests, desires, and makes them smile. Here are a few favorites that I’m always happy to find at my doorstep.

Sunday Club (6.99 for a single issue and $29.95 for Standard or $54 for Premium Subscription)

Say hello to your new Sunday routine with Sunday Club, a beautifully designed print, puzzle newspaper that’s all games, no news. Each Sunday Club issue brings back the nostalgia of your traditional print newspaper and is filled with challenging, but relaxing paper-and-pencil games––like our Sunday Club Crossword (and Mini!), Sudoku puzzles, Word Blossoms, our Sunday Club Comic, Search & Find, and much more. Sunday Club’s award-winning Puzzle Architects aims to create a balanced experience for solvers, and a challenging, but achievable difficulty level each week for a sense of stress-free but deserved accomplishment.

Coffee Bros Rotating Coffee Subscription Box (starts at $18.99/month)

For those that love trying new coffee, Coffee Bros’ rotating subscription box features three options- Roasters Pick, Espresso Rotation, or Signature Shuffle. Subscribers get award-winning selections, exclusive access to rare coffees not available on the Coffee Bros website, valued far beyond the subscription price, and a 12% savings on coffee always.

Vinebox Subscription (starting at $63.20/month)

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Get the world of wine, one box at a time with a Vinebox Box of the month subscription. Each month you’ll get six wines packaged in Vinebox’s 100 ml glass tubes. The month’s box is centered around a theme and you’ll get a Sommelier-led tasting video, fun tasting notes, pairing suggestions, and the opportunity to explore wines from all over the world. While you can purchase single boxes, a subscription ensures that your monthly Vinebox tasting experience will be delivered to your door at the beginning of the month and it won’t sell out.

Persnickety Box ($19.99/month for 30 photos)

An analog process for digital moments? Yes! Inspired by the Tinder swipe, Persnickety Box is a new way to scrapbook! Persnickety Box takes your favorite photos from your digital camera or Google Photos and provides 30 quality 4” x 4” luster prints in an eco-friendly keepsake story box delivered to your doorstep. All photos are converted from a digital image and processed like film in a dark room, embedding the image into silver halide paper (no ink!) that is fade, scratch, and water-resistant, lasting 100+ years.

With each photo box you can add an album, journal, or acrylic frame. Persnickety Box is as a single box ($19.99/month for 30 photos) or annual subscription ($199/year which is essentially like buying 10 months and getting 2 months free). This is a great subscription for anyone whose camera roll is overloaded and would like to print a new set of photos each month. Get 40% off your first Persnickety Box with the code TechSavvy

RECIPES BY MAIL (starting at $42 for a 6 month subscription)

Offered by Uncommon Goods, Recipes by Mail includes favorite dishes the most well-known figures in history put in writing. This fascinating subscription series delivers detailed replicas of real handwritten recipes from renowned names like George Washington, Emily Dickinson, and Rosa Parks. Each month, your giftee will receive a historical document replicated on high-quality paper with painstaking accuracy and attention to detail. Each vegetarian recipe comes with context pages that share the writer’s history and the story behind the recipe. A great subscription to give foodies who love history!

Carnivore Club Classic Box ($59.99/month with monthly, every other month, or every 3 month options)

There’s no better gift for meat lovers than Carnivore Club’s Classic Box. This subscription box features 4-6 premium cured meats, including exclusive access to salamis, prosciuttos, bacon, and more you won’t find in your local grocery store. Choose a single month delivery or subscription options for a box to arrive at their doorstep every other month or quarterly. Save 10% on your first order with the code DEVOUR

National Park History by Mail (starting at $42 for 6 months)

For the outdoor lover, natural park enthusiast, and history buff, this subscription provides backstories about America’s national parks from some of our country’s most renowned naturalists, politicians, and artists. Offered by Uncommon Goods, this captivating subscription series delivers detailed replicas of real sketches, field notes, letters, and photos from some of the legendary figures—including Ansel Adams and Theodore Roosevelt—whose names are forever linked with the history of our national parks.

Each of the 6 months of the subscription the recipient will receive Each month, your giftee will receive meticulous (and display-worthy) reproductions of real historical documents related to one or more of our national parks. Context pages provide fascinating insight into the materials and park history.

BroadwayHD ($19.99/month or $199.99/year)

Featured on my site (BroadwayHD Streams Award-Winning Theater to Your Living Room) BroadwayHD is a great family gift for parents and kids of all ages to enjoy. BroadwayHD is the premiere streaming service for live award-winning theater from across the globe. Fans can expect to see classics like The Sound of Music and Peter Pan, spellbinding productions like Cirque du Soleil: Toruk – The First Flight, the full works of Shakespeare, and a selection of the world’s greatest musicals including Kinky Boots, 42^nd Street, The King and I, and An American in Paris and more in the comfort of your own home. Classic and modern productions ensure there’s no shortage of content available for a memorable family entertainment night. Verticals such as Most Popular, Musicals, Drama, Comedy, Concerts, Romance, Award Winners, Foreign Theater, BBC, Education, and more make it easy to sort through the wealth of content available quickly so you can watch on your computer, mobile device, Apple TV, Roku, or through Chromecast.

The Spice Adventure from RawSpiceBar ($15/month or $149 for an annual subscription)

Let your taste buds travel around the world thanks to new, fresh spices to your doorstep every month. RawSpiceBar’s The Spice Adventure provides a new global spice blend and chef-created recipe each month to make a fantastic dish at home. Start by customizing your spice adventure by choosing the length of your subscription and then a custom blended spice and recipe card will arrive at your door to make dishes with flavors from around the world.

2025 Holiday Gift Guides

Below is the entire list of what you can look forward to this year. These links will go live as guides are published so bookmark or pin this post now so you can come back to it as you do your holiday shopping since I’ll be updating it often!

Favorite Advent Calendars for All Ages
Best Gifts College Students (inspired by my own college students!)
Best STEM Gifts for All Ages (preK-teen)
Best Subscriptions Boxes for All Ages
Best Gifts for Teachers
Best Hostess Gifts
Gifts for the Best Dogs and the People Who Love Them (inspired by Goldie and Murphy, of course)
Best Gifts for Outdoor Lovers (inspired by our family’s love of skiing, hiking, backpacking, water sports, and National Parks)
Favorite Ways to Teach Kids to Give Back

FAVORITE HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDES FROM PAST YEARS

In case you wanted to start making your shopping lists now, here’s a look at past gift guides that are full of great ideas:

I hope you enjoy this year’s 2025 Holiday Gift Guide picks and wish you happy and stress-free holiday shopping!

Note to PR: I am happy to accept items for review to consider for specialty guides. Please be specific about the products you’d like me to consider reviewing in your pitch and thanks for understanding I’m on a short deadline to get most gift guides wrapped up before Thanksgiving and do not have the bandwidth to return samples during this extremely busy time of the year. Thank you!