Wonder Woman Gifts for Kids

A Wonder Woman costume is just one of many possible gift choices for your child.

Wonder Woman is a superhero adored by several generations of fans -- possibly the best-known female superhero ever. She was created in 1941 for DC Comics and further popularized by the 1970s TV show starring Lynda Carter. In 2011, a second TV show was announced to be in the works. Wonder Woman remains an icon of feminine power to many young girls. You can honor that power with a Wonder Woman-themed birthday or holiday gift.

Books and Comic Collections

DC Comics published many omnibus reprint editions of both classic and modern Wonder Woman comics. Some of the older comics may be a little dated for some readers. A better choice might be author Gail Simone's graphic novels. Younger readers might like "I Am Wonder Woman" by Erin K. Stein or a sticker book from DK Publishing. Older girls will appreciate "Wonder Woman: The Complete History" by Les Daniels. You could also get your child a subscription to the monthly comic book series.

Movies

Warner Bros. released an animated feature, simply titled "Wonder Woman," in conjunction with DC in 2009, starring Keri Russel as the voice of Wonder Woman. It's a good choice as a stand-alone movie gift. The 1970s TV series is also available on DVD as a set, but once again, young fans might find it a little dated.

Apparel

Your daughter might want to dress up as Wonder Woman for more than just Halloween, so investing in a costume set might be worth your while. But she might also enjoy a simple red T-shirt with her favorite superheroine's logo on the front or a vintage-inspired image of the Amazon warrior in action.

Journals and Stationery

Chronicle Books offers a line of officially licensed Wonder Woman paper gift products. Your child can keep a diary in one of their journals, send notes to friends on the stationery and cards, and jot down errant thoughts on the notepads. There's even a photo album for favorite snapshots.

References

• The Wonder Woman Pages