Do you think special occasions like Christmas are the only time kids should get some great presents? Wrong! As a business owner, you may have to impress the little ones to ensure your promotional campaign doesn’t sink. And what better way to bring about dozens of smiles than by offering some gorgeous promotional gifts?
No matter the kids’ age or the kind of promotion you’re running, there are some fantastic promotional items that could easily make your youngest audience scream with joy. Not sure where to start your search? Here are our 20 suggestions and how they would turn your campaign into a total success!
1. Teddy Bears
The branded teddy bear is the ultimate kids’ toy for a good reason. Soft and plushy, a simple hug from a teddy bear should provide children with comfort and reassurance.
Of course, you can use the toy’s appeal to impress your young audience. Print your logo on the teddy bear’s T-shirt and match the artwork to your branding for a major brand exposure boost!
2. Colouring Books
Keeping kids focused can be a challenge sometimes, but it seems colouring is the way to go! Endlessly entertaining themed personalised colouring books should keep the little ones happy for a few hours. Remember to give them some pencils or crayons too — the more colourful, the better.
3. Fidget Spinners
Did you know that custom fidget spinners can improve fine motor control? This tiny (and very popular) toy is a fantastic giveaway that should keep the kids entertained for quite a while. Offer it at various events to children old enough to know how to use it. If possible, try to teach them some new tricks with it too and watch as their eyes go wide with amazement!
4. Water Bottles
A BPA-free printed water bottle, especially a fun-coloured one, is sure to win over the smiles of the youngest members of your audience. With water being the most important drink for us all, these bottles ought to keep the little ones hydrated all day long.
5. Jigsaw Puzzles
Some may say that branded jigsaw puzzles are boring in comparison to video games and watching YouTube. But recent events have shown us that even classics like jigsaw puzzles can provide hours of entertainment.
If you really want to impress your young audience, go for vibrant puzzles with multiple solutions or ones that can be used later on in different ways. You get bonus points if you opt for 3D puzzles; these come with some incredible educational benefits as they are a bit more challenging to build!
6. Stickers
Corporate stickers are a wonderful giveaway for kids because they have a sensory component that makes them super-enticing. The best part, though, is that kids have so many interests that it wouldn’t be so hard to find the right, incredibly impressive design.
As a business owner, you want your giveaways to stick around, so stickers are a naturally imposing choice that should excite the little ones. Better yet, they are some of the most affordable promotional products, so you could easily pair them with other useful items like sunglasses and keychains and still stay within your budget.
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7. Novelty Pens
There’s just something about custom novelty pens that amazes kids older than 10. Homework doesn’t seem so dull anymore, and classes aren’t as challenging as they used to be when you have a fun pen in hand!
Novelty pens featuring their favourite characters (mermaids, animals, etc.) are sure to impress your young audience as they’re both fun freebies and practical on a daily basis. Plus, they attract attention with their wacky designs, thus bringing you a significant brand awareness boost every time they’re in use!
8. Sweets
Adults don’t love branded sweets as much as kids do, so if cookies and candy are your dream giveaways, you’ve found your ideal audience. Go for some classics, like mints, lollipops, jelly beans, and chocolates to truly impress the sweet-toothed youth. Just remember to offer a few options; some kids may have dietary restrictions they need to stick to!
9. Stress Balls
Personalised stress balls reduce anxiety, promote calmness, and can even help kids focus better. Provided you go for some wonderful shapes and designs (think kittens, hamburgers, unicorns, and more), they should remain in use for quite some time.
That said, remember that not every child is ideal for this giveaway. Since polyurethane foam can be a choking hazard, offer the stress balls only to children over the age of three.
10. Lunch Bags and Boxes
Printed lunch bags and promotional lunch boxes can inspire parents to pack healthy lunches for their kids every day. At the same time, the right design could excite children about their food, even if it didn’t come straight from McDonald’s.
Ideally, you want to brand these with your logo and/or company name for maximum exposure. To really increase their appeal, though, aim to print some popular kids’ characters on them, like superheroes, Disney princesses, Looney Tunes, and more!
11. Colourburst Water Bottles
Are the kids in your audience about thirteen to seventeen years of age? No one is too young or too old for Colourburst Water Bottles.
Print some cute or sleek design on the cups to boost their appeal. Even the parents will appreciate this freebie — they know just how much stuff children need and how costly it all gets!
12. Footballs
Much like with any other sport, kids, nowadays, are quite interested with football and would probably play it every day if they could. Now, that is possible if you gift them with personalised footballs.
Of course, remember to add your logo and a cute design before giving them away to avoid disappointing your young audience. If you really want to make an impact, throw in a Football Man Stress Toy in to impress them even more!
13. T-Shirts
Who doesn’t love a free branded t-shirt? Though there is always a chance that the kids will get these dirty while running around, they will still manage to spread the word about your business and bring the focus to your cool merchandise.
Remember, though, that kids are still growing. Ideally, order a few sizes (with an emphasis on larger sizes) to make sure you have enough for every child in your audience!
14. Bandanas
Whether they serve as a cool fashion statement or are a part of their costume, children love colourful printed bandanas. If you offer them at your events, there’s a good chance the kids will immediately put them on and flaunt your logo around.
Plus, once they go home, the bandanas should stay in use. They’re the ideal accessories for their cowboy or ninja costumes and should let them get into character better!
15. Brain Teasers
A toy is a great giveaway in and of itself. But if you give kids something engaging like personalised brain teasers, they will really go crazy about them. 3D puzzles and patience games are fantastic options if you want to amaze kids at nighttime events or arenas. You may include custom traditional games in the mix to impress the parents as well!
16. Drawstring Bags
It is a funny image, indeed, but kids aren’t going to run around carrying laptop bags or briefcases anytime soon. For them, the ideal option is a personalised drawstring bag with some awesome artwork and enough space for all their essentials.
Suitable for carrying gym gear, snacks, and anything else they may have in mind, these bags will become a go-to for the youngest in your audience. Still, don’t hand them out empty; fill them to the brim with other freebies or even prizes if you’re hosting some sort of competition!
17. Socks
You can never have too many printed socks, so make sure your young audience has a few extra pairs this year. The more interesting the design, the better, of course, but remember to include your logo and/or company name on them. You want your youngest fans to recognise their favourite brand instantly so that these custom socks become their dearest pair!
18. Balloons
Ready to bring out a sense of joy and fun at your next big event? If your audience is on the younger side, consider decorating the venue with some promotional balloons. Promote your business with balloons that match your branding colours perfectly. Once the event is over, give the balloons away so that the little ones can continue having fun at home too!
19. Yo-Yos
Your adult audience would love to see classic merchandise like personalised coffee cups, logo water bottles, branded sunglasses, and printed can coolers at your next picnic or outdoor event. The little ones, though, just want to have fun, so they’re the ideal audience for some gorgeous custom yo yos.
While the kids are running around, the parents can relax at the event and learn more about your business. However, remember to make your products a bit more special to really capture the kids’ attention. E.g., go for Globe Yo-Yo Stress Toys to mesmerise them and keep them entertained until the end of the event!
20. Frisbees and Flyers
Finally, know that you can also reach sky-high exposure with some custom frisbees and flyers. As long as the design is colourful and the frisbees fly well, the whole family can have fun for hours on end.
If you go for some special kinds, like foldable frisbees or super-fast rings, you have an even better chance of dazzling the crowd. So what are you waiting for? Don’t let this fantastic opportunity to impress your audience pass you by!
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If you have any more questions about promotional merchandise, you can contact GoPromotional. You may call us at 0800 0148 970 or simply email us today. We have been in the business for years and know the ins and outs of the industry better than anyone. Give us a call, and let’s talk about all things promotion!
