Unwrap Your Child's
UNIQUE GIFTS
With the Gifts For Uniquely Bright Kids List
Bright & Quirky's
Favorite Things!
STEM (Science, Tech, Engineering & Math) Gifts
These gifts are perfect for the young explorers, innovators, and problem-solvers. Whether your child loves building, coding, or experimenting, these STEM gifts ignite curiosity and encourage hands-on learning. Each item offers a blend of challenge and fun, ideal for sparking discovery in bright, quirky kids who are always asking "why" and "how." Download the gift list to see the gift ideas!
Puzzles and Games
These gifts are for those who love a mental challenge, this section is packed with puzzles and strategy games that sharpen logic and concentration. These choices promote problem-solving, patience, and perseverance in a fun way, making them excellent for family nights or solo play. Bright and quirky kids will enjoy the blend of creativity and critical thinking in these engaging activities.
Building and Creating
These gifts are for the builders, artists, and creators! From construction sets to art supplies, these gifts encourage self-expression and imaginative play, ideal for fostering creativity in kids with a keen sense of wonder. Bright and quirky kids will find new ways to bring their ideas to life while developing fine motor skills and learning to experiment through trial and error.
Book Ideas
For the voracious readers and knowledge-seekers, this book section of the gift list features titles that offer both intellectual engagement and relatable stories. From interactive science books to stories featuring neurodiverse characters, these selections provide comfort, inspiration, and a sense of belonging for bright and quirky readers looking to see themselves in their heroes.
Social and Emotional
These gift ideas nurture social, emotional, and physical growth! From games that build social skills to sensory toys and movement-based activities, these gifts are perfect for kids developing their resilience, empathy, and self-awareness. Ideal for bright and quirky kids, these options encourage healthy emotional expression, cooperative play, and body awareness—helping them feel confident, grounded, and connected as they navigate the world.
Gifts Under $20
Great things come in small packages! This budget-friendly section includes high-quality, affordable finds that still pack a punch in terms of fun and educational value. Perfect as stocking stuffers, party favors, or small rewards, these under-$20 gifts are ideal for families seeking meaningful items without breaking the bank.
Meet your guide
DEBBIE STEINBERG, LMFT
Hello, I’m Debbie Steinberg, a licensed marriage and family therapist with over a decade of experience helping uniquely bright individuals thrive. Since 2009, I’ve supported bright adults, kids, and families through challenges related to ADHD, anxiety, autism, and dyslexia. I founded Bright & Quirky and led our parenting IdeaLab, helping thousands of families along the way.
I earned my undergraduate degree at Middlebury College and my Master’s in Child, Couple, and Family Counseling at Antioch University in Seattle. I’ve had the privilege of speaking at Harvard, being inducted into the Cognitive Diversity Hall of Fame, and will soon be presenting at Stanford. But more than my professional journey, I understand this personally—I’ve raised my own bright and quirky family and am dedicated to creating a life that nurtures both strengths and challenges.
With a global community of over 50,000 people in more than 150 countries, I’m excited to guide you in designing your most uniquely bright life. Together, we’ll work toward building a life where you can truly thrive.