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Shopping for grandparents can be daunting. They’ve likely gotten the basics down pat, and if you ask for ideas you’ll likely get a genuine “nothing” in response. 

But these are the people who sat through your band recitals even though they were unbearably boring. They weathered your tantrums and sticky fingers on their furniture, and they probably slipped you candy even when someone else said no. So, what can you do for them?

Below are 35 gifts that you can feel good about gifting. They’re thoughtful, useful, sweet, and bound to be extremely appreciated by grandmas and grandpas.

Most of these items are available with expedited shipping, and some should arrive within a few days’ time, so don’t stress too hard about any last-minute shopping — just remember that the sooner you order, the better your chances of a timely arrival.

The top 5 best gifts for your grandparents:

1. Beautifully scented candles that come in hand-blown glass containers ($65)
2. A smart herb garden for their kitchen counter ($199.95)
3. An AncestryDNA test kit (from $99)
4. A personalized photo book from Artifact Uprising ($59)
5. A Kindle Paperwhite e-reader ($129.99)