It is that time of the year again: The holiday season has started. If you are still searching for the perfect present for chemists or science fans among your friends, family, or colleagues, we can help: ChemistryViews.org and Wiley/Wiley-VCH Editors recommend science-themed presents below.

Games & Toys

	Magnetic Building Blocks These building blocks can be used to illustrate scientific principles and are enjoyed by kids and parents alike. Katja Glatz, Chemistry – A European Journal and ChemistrySelect
	Coronavirus Plushie This plush toy is a giant, fluffy version of the SARS-CoV-2 virus that causes COVID-19. Vera Koester, ChemistryViews.org

 

 

Apparel

	Periodic Table Leggings These leggings make sure you always have all your favorite elements with you. Matteo Cavalleri, Publisher for materials science and physics journals
	Great Beards of Science T-Shirt This shirt features the facial hair styles of such greats as Alexander Graham Bell, Johannes Kepler, and Leonardo da Vinci. Matteo Cavalleri, Publisher for materials science and physics journals
	Science Formula Dress This dress has a science formula print and useful pockets. Matteo Cavalleri, Publisher for materials science and physics journals

 

 

Cooking & Dining

	Beaker Wine Glass This laboratory beaker with the stem of a wine glass could be useful after a long day in the lab. Vera Koester, ChemistryViews.org
	Chemistry Cookie Cutters These cookie cutters in the shape of Erlenmeyer flasks, test tubes, and pipettes can be a present themselves or used to bake a chemistry-themed cookie gift. Vera Koester, ChemistryViews.org
	“Educated Guess” Cabernet Sauvignon This wine’s science-themed label makes it a great gift for chemists. Matteo Cavalleri, Publisher for materials science and physics journals
	Schrödinger’s Can If science-themed wine is not the right gift, there also is this beer for science fans. Matteo Cavalleri, Publisher for materials science and physics journals

 

 

Home & Decor

	Decorative Periodic Table This handheld periodic table contains tiny samples of the actual elements (excluding some very rare and radioactive ones). Charlotte Gers-Panther, European Journal of Organic Chemistry
	Molecules Made of Wood These molecular models in a modern design are handmade on the basis of structural data obtained from single-crystal X-ray analysis. Vera Koester, ChemistryViews.org
	Chemistry Terrarium Kit This modified flask allows you to plant a mini garden. Matteo Cavalleri, Publisher for materials science and physics journals

 

 

Electronics

Smart Display This smart display can be used to set timers, convert units, and show upcoming meetings in the lab (hands-free) or to view recipes, favorite photos, and the weather forecast at home. Catharina Goedecke, ChemistryViews.org

If you have already found the perfect gift, you can add your own suggestions in the comment section below.

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• For even more suggestions, check out our lists of gift ideas from previous years.