The Gifts High School Grads Really Want
Odds are you know someone graduating high school this year. Picking out a gift for them? That's the hard part. Do you get them a necessity? A fun gift? Well, this list has both as well as a few different price points to pick from.
$20 and Under
Portable Phone Charger
We know teens use their phones A LOT these days, so a portable phone charger allows them to charge their phone without needing an outlet.
Anker PowerCore+ Mini : $19.99 from Amazon
Target Gift Card
Gift cards may seem impersonal, but Target has so many trendy things for dorm rooms and apartments that your grad will be able definitely pick out something they will love!
Throw Blanket
Who doesn't love a soft, cozy throw blanket? Especially when your away from home for the first time, a throw blanket can be very comforting. You can find tons of throw blankets under $20 at TJ Maxx/Home Goods.
Desert Flamingo Plush Throw: $16.99 from TJ Maxx
Under $50
Stadium Bag
Most stadiums now require clear bags in order to get into football games and other sporting events. We love this stadium bag from Marley Lilly. It's cuter than your standard, clear stadium bag and you can also monogram it!
Monogrammed Clear Crossbody Bag : $29.99 from Marley Lilly
Laundry Bag
A laundry bag is definitely essential to dorm room living. This laundry backpack makes it really easy to stow away dirty laundry as well as carry it when laundry day arrives.
Amazon Echo Dot
The Amazon Echo Dot is not only a great Bluetooth speaker, you can also ask Alexa to set reminders for you, set your alarm, order things from Amazon and she can also answer questions and play games with you.
Echo Dot 3rd Generation: $49.99 from Amazon
Under $100
Shower Set
PBteen has combined their shower faves into one set, perfect for the new college student. Included is one bath towel, one hand towel, one washcloth, and a deluxe hanging toiletry case.
Deluxe Hanging Toiletry Shower Set: $84.50 from PBteen
Single Serve Coffee Maker
With early morning classes and late night study sessions, college kids need their coffee. With no time to brew a whole pot, a Keurig is the perfect gift!
Portable Photo Printer
Some of your best memories happen in college, so help your high school grad preserve those memories with a portable photo printer! This portable photo printer from HP allows you to directly print photos from your social media account.
HP Sprocket Portable Photo Printer: $99.95 from Amazon
Over $100
Mini Fridge
A mini fridge is definitely a necessity when you're living in a dorm room. We like this one from Insignia because it has a sizable freezer section, perfect for storing frozen meals.
Insignia™ - 3.0 Cu. Ft. Mini Fridge: $199.99 from Best Buy
Wireless Ear Buds
Whether they're in a major study session or trying not to bother their roommate while listing to music, headphones are a must when sharing a living space. We love the Apple Air Pods for Apple users and the Bose Soundsport Wireless In-Ear Headphones.
Microsoft Surface Go
From taking notes in class, writing a paper, or binge-watching their favorite show, the Microsoft Surface Go allows them to do it all on one tablet with 9 hours of battery life! It's extremely portable making it easy to tote from class, to the library back to the dorm.
Microsoft Surface Go: $549 from Best Buy