The days of knitting grannies and grandpas walking around with polyester pants up to their necks are over. Today’s grandparents are young at heart, live active lifestyles, and dare we say, are not as far removed from cool and trendy as you’d think.

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In fact, kids and teens are often surprised at how hip their grandparents actually are, like when they know the lyrics to the latest TikTok dance song (because it was actually a hit back in the 70s, but we won’t tell them that). Your kids might even think their “back in my day before the internet” stories are pretty awesome.  And so this holiday season, we’re doing our part to share gift ideas for that special nana and pop-pop in your life, but with a trendy twist. Check out our gift guide for gifts that’ll have the kiddos saying, “my grandparents are cooler than yours.”

For the Thirsty Grandma: Cool Grandma Club Tumbler 40oz

OK, it’s not a Stanley cup, but it sure looks like one – and it celebrates the cool grandma in your life. This 40-ounce double-wall vacuum insulation cup will keep her drinks as hot or cold as she likes. It also comes with a stainless steel straw and cleaning brush.

For Pickleballer Grandparents: Zentrova Pickleball Paddles Set

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If the grandparents have become the king and queen of the pickleball court, this professional fiberglass pickleball paddle set is a great gift to give to both of them. The neon design is sharp, but the handles are soft and cushioned to get them through longer tournaments. The set also comes with 4 pickleballs (2 indoor and 2 outdoor), 2 premium overgrips, 2 wristbands, and a carry bag.

For Fit Grandparents: Fitbit Versa 4 Fitness Smartwatch

Whether grandpa loves to hang with his gym bros or grandma wants to count her steps on her daily mall walks, a Smartwatch with fitness tracking features will be a welcome gift. Also cool is that this Fitbit has a built-in GPS, 24/7 heart rate monitoring, and gives a sleep score. It also has preset exercise modes and gives all sorts of insights that’ll help keep them fit and healthy. In addition to Black/Graphite, the watch comes in Pink Sand/Copper Rose and Waterfall Blue/Platinum.

For Nature-Loving Grandparents: Smart Bird Feeder with Camera

If your grandparents love to feed the birds and check out the various species that come to visit, this unique gift will be the envy of their 55 and over community. It’s a weatherproof bird feeder with a built-in camera that uses AI to accurately identify 11,000+ species of bird, day or night. It is solar-powered, so there’s nothing to do once it’s set up. Users get real-time notifications with one-click sharing buttons for social media.

For the Bad Grandpa: Grandpa Pullover Hoodie

No flannel shirts and fishing vests for your cool gramps. If he takes pride in being the type of grandpa that makes mischief right along with the kids, then this sweatshirt is the perfect fit for him. It’s available in 11 colors (though black is by far the coolest) and comes in sizes small to XXL.

For Grandmas On the Go: Women’s Featherweight Woodward Small Belt Bag

This Lululemon crossbody bag dupe will have grandma looking like the trendsetter that she’s always been since her youth. The diamond-quilted look is so in, and the bag is lightweight and secure making it comfortable and safe for shopping or sightseeing. The zip pockets and compartments are roomy enough to fit all the essentials.

For Nature-Loving Grandpas: Crocs Unisex-Adult All Terrain Lined Clogs

The Crocs era is still going on, which is why getting your grandpa in on the trend is a great idea. He might be hesitant at first since they’re not like his typical shoes, but once he sees how comfortable and durable the Crocs Classic All Terrain Lined Clogs are, he’ll love wearing them to walk the dog, run errands, or while doing all those other outdoorsy things he enjoys. It’s designed to keep feet toasty in cold weather, and to handle rugged terrain while being easy to slip on and off.

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For Fashionista Grandmas: UGG Women’s Classic Ultra Mini Boot

You can never go wrong gifting a pair of UGGS, especially the universally loved Classic Ultra Mini. For grandma, we love the bright fuchsia color to brighten up her outfits and show that she can still hang with the younger crowd. UGGS are lightweight, soft, and warm (without making your feet feel hot), and the Mini is the perfect height for everyday wear.

For Hobbyist Grandparents: LEGO Technic 2022 Ford GT Car Model Kit

If you have a grandparent who recently retired and has a lot more time on their hands, they might enjoy building adult LEGO sets like this one. And there are so many options, from models of famous architecture and artwork to pop culture to flower bouquets. This one is the 2022 Ford GT, a 1:12 scale model of the real thing. It includes features like the V6 engine with moving pistons, doors and a hood that opens, and more.

For Techie Grandparents: Amazon Echo Show 5

The Amazon Echo Show 5 is Alexa-powered and can make for a cool kitchen upgrade for grandma and grandpa’s house. It has a 5.5” display to see news and weather updates, and the grandkids can have video calls with them. Plus, they can stream shows, podcasts, and music while they cook, and see photos streams when

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