So you’re a sci-fi freak who insists that the truth is out there. Are your kids heading down the same path to greatness and nerdery? Good news: There has never been a better time to be a geek than right now. These days, there is so much sci-fi pop-culture stuff to shop for — yes, even for little ones.
We know your toddler probably isn’t into Star Trek or Firefly quite yet (if they are, more power to them). So we’ve gathered holiday gifts that are all perfect for every age group, from babies to teens — and for every tiny science-fiction aficionado on your holiday shopping list. Plus, several fandoms are present and accounted for, so whether your fifth-grader is a Whovian or a Trekkie, there’s a gift on this list to make them very happy this holiday season. We’ve even included some sci-fi items for the tiniest babies, so the nerding out can begin at birth. So shop on, and may the festive force be with you.
‘Star Wars’ Bop It
The classic Bop It game may get a bit old, but this R2-D2 version will get playtime well beyond its battery life.
Star Wars Bop It game, $13 at Amazon
Worf Funko Pop
Funko Pop figurines are just plain awesome, and their sci-fi lines do not disappoint. This Worf is a good purchase if you’re hoping to eventually find your way to Sto-vo-kor.
Worf Funko Pop figure, $20 at Amazon
‘Star Wars’ Operation game
This is similar to the traditional Operation game, except this time, your kids will be investigating the innards of BB-8.
Star Wars Operation game, $19 at Amazon
‘Doctor Who’ beach towel
Who fans, rejoice: You can dry yourself off with a gigantic TARDIS towel (or the Fourth Doctor’s scarf or a giant Dalek or the exploding TARDIS). Any way you shake it, this makes a good gift for a Whovian of any age.
Doctor Who beach towel, $10 – 20 at ThinkGeek
‘Star Wars’ planetary necklace
Teen Star Wars fans would treasure this necklace that features the Death Star, Alderaan, Tatooine, Dagobah, Endor and other vehicles and places in the Star Wars universe.
Star Wars galactic necklace, $40 at ThinkGeek
Zombie Virus
This is not exactly science fiction, as this zombie virus technically exists… but the good news is that it only attacks amoebae and not animals or people. However, this would be a fun gift for any sci-fi fan, as zombies are definitely science fiction. Or so you think.
Plush Zombie Virus, $10 at GIANTmicrobes
Eleventh Doctor sonic screwdriver
Sonic screwdrivers are handy for the Doctor, but your kid would likely love one as well. This edition, used by Eleven, is pretty sweet; it has the same action as the sonic screwdriver on the show, but it won’t open locks (sorry).
Eleventh Doctor sonic screwdriver, $18 at Amazon
‘Stranger Things’ tube socks
It doesn’t need to be Halloween for your kid to want to dress up like Eleven. These tube socks are the perfect sci-fi stocking stuffer — telekinesis sold separately.
Over-the-calf tube socks, $9 at Amazon
‘Star Wars’ moleskine
Every Moleskine notebook is a thing of beauty; this one features (spoiler alert) father and son dueling with lightsabers.
Star Wars limited-edition notebook, $25 at Moleskine
‘Star Trek: TNG’ shirts
Now, even toddlers can join Starfleet. You decide: command, engineering or science?
Star Trek: TNG uniform toddler tee, $12 at ThinkGeek
Darth Vader Build-A-Bear
OK, so you know how you can get cute bears, pups and even reindeer at the Build-A-Bear Workshop? Well guess what: They also have Star Wars and Star Trek bears. OMG.
Darth Vader bear, $35 at Build-A-Bear
‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ Monopoly
Because aren’t you sick of regular Monopoly yet? The OG version has been around for decades, so it’s time to pick up an upgrade — featuring one of the hottest new sci-fi franchises, of course.
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 Monopoly, $30 at Amazon
‘The Incredible Intergalactic Journey Home’
This is sci-fi that you “write” yourself. With just a few on-screen prompts, you can have your child’s name — and a GPS shot of your home, creepy — included in the pages of this space-tastic journey.
The Incredible Intergalactic Journey Home, $25 at Wonderbly
‘Star Trek’ blanket
Ah, the holidays. That special time of year when family gathers together to snuggle up under a cozy Star Trek: The Next Generation engineering uniform.
Star Trek: TNG fleece blanket, $10 at ThinkGeek
‘Firefly’ complete series
If your kids are still sad there was only one (ugh, one) season of the sci-fi western Firefly, then this super-cool gift set may do them a kindness.
Firefly Blu-ray complete series, $20 at Amazon
‘Star Trek: Treknology’
If kiddos won’t stop asking what the difference between an impulse engine and a warp drive is, this is all they need this holiday season.
Star Trek: Treknology (the science of Star Trek), $23 at Amazon
‘Star Trek’ Enterprise flying disc
Step aside, Frisbee — we’ve got a U.S.S. Enterprise flying disc over here, and it’s way cooler than you.
Star Trek U.S.S. Enterprise flying disc, $13 at ThinkGeek
‘Star Wars’ Fluffballs
So your kid loves Star Wars? These little stuffed balls (that’s right: stuffed balls) are soft, squishy and can be shoved into a stocking. Win-win.
Star Wars Fluffballs Exclusive eight-pack, $30 at ThinkGeek
Constellation explorer
Your child may not be headed into space anytime soon, but this nifty toy lets them view constellations from the comfort of home.
GeoSafari constellation and solar system explorer, $20 at Educational Insights
Rocket bath toy
This rocket ship toy is excellent for tiny tots. Bonus: It won’t become a breeding ground for germs. The top comes off so the thing can actually dry. Perfect for the future NASA nerd.
Mold-free rocket ship bath toy, $12 at Amazon
Spaceboy backpack
This adorable rocket-spangled vintage-inspired Spaceboy backpack is perfect for toddlers and beyond.
Spaceboy backpack, $34 at My 1st Years
Robot Ron magnetic game
Don’t be surprised if your kid starts speaking robot after playing with this game from the fine folks at Haba.
Robot Ron magnetic game, $25 at Haba
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