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It's almost summer, which means that graduation season is officially upon us. If you're looking for an above-average way to congratulate that special graduate in your life, these creative gifts are sure to get you on the honor roll! Whether you're shopping for a high school graduate who is becoming a young adult or a college grad stepping off campus and into the real world, there are plenty of options to choose from.
From personalized photo art to quirky home decor, many of these great graduation gifts offer an imaginative way to celebrate the big day. Others—including a handy tool and a how-to book about “adulting”—prepare them for life on their own, whether they're moving into a dorm room or their very first apartment. And, of course, many inspire them to spread their wings and explore, like the wise owl scarf and an Earth puzzle.
No matter what you're looking for, this list makes coming up with a unique graduation gift as easy as a, b, c.
Here are 36 unique gifts to celebrate your favorite graduate on their special day.
“Koalafied” Coffee Cup
mhuglife | $14.51+
Convertible Laptop Backpack
CYUREAY | $29.99
Personalized Graduation Blanket
The Preppy Ladybug | $54.90+
Custom Graduation Photo Art with Frame
Minted | $25+
Wise Owl Graduation Card
Happy Papercraft Gifts | $10.97+
“Adulting” Coffee Mug
Uncommon Goods | $15
Artistic Weekender Bag
LOQI | $44.95
Aurora Borealis Pendant
Wood All Good | $87.92+
Past Present Future Bracelet
Beth Lawrence | $52
Chef's Portable Multi-Tool
Gentlemen's Hardware | $32.62
AeroPress Coffee & Espresso Maker
AeroPress | $39.99
Keepsake Library
Uncommon Goods | $69+
Inspirational Paperweight
Uncommon Goods | $45
Monstera Deliciosa in Planter
The Sill | $78
“Adulting” Book
Bridget Watson Payne | $14.95
“Things They Don't Teach You In School” Game
Uncommon Goods | $20
“Smells Like Home” Candles
Uncommon Goods | $34
Home Office Lap Desk
LapGear | $36.70
World Traveler Cork Globe
Uncommon Goods | $80+
Falling Bookend
Artori Design | $29.95
Table Top Dry Erase Pad
Three by Three | $10.75
Weekly Planner Pad
Finest Imaginary | $21.53
The World is Yours Banner
Rayo and Honey | $75
Pocket Maya Angelou Wisdom
Hardie Grant | $9.99
Inspirational Wall Art
apricot+birch | $18+
Owl Scarf
Shovava | $62+
Dandelion Ring
Stampin Off the Path | $12.20
Fujifilm Instax Mini 11 Instant Camera
Fujifilm | $67
Hourglass Necklace with Meteorite Dust
Yugen Handmade | $55
Earth Puzzle
Nervous System | $120
College Cityscape Wine Glasses
Josh Seubert | $35
Personalized Wood Cut City Map
FrontierDesignsAK | $194.43+
Compass Bracelet
SNDJ | $13.72+
Color Map Mugs
Inspiring Print
PrettyinPrintArtLtd | $28.62+
One Line a Day: A 5-Year Memory Book
Kindah Khalidy | $16.95
This article has been edited and updated.
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