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Remember Smencils? Who doesn't love recycled paper pencils in scents like Bubblegum and Toasted Marshmallow? Pair them with a doodle frame as a fun gift for kids of all ages.BUY NOW: Umbra's Doodlebook Frame, $16, and Smencils set, from $8

Sweet as can be and entirely practical, this limited-edition travel bag's just the right thing to take her just about anywhere she wants to go. To make it extra-special, tuck a plane ticket or Eurorail pass into one of the oodles of compartments and pockets.BUY NOW: Lug Heart Quilted Puddle Jumper Bag, $82

Beautifully dressed and smart as a whip, a chic leather-bound desk dictionary or thesaurus will have them making up reasons to “go look it up.BUY NOW: Graphic Image Leather-Bound Merriam-Webster Dictionary or Thesaurus, from $162 (in bright leather, croco-embossed leather or metallic goatskin)

Start them off on the right career path with a beautifully crafted briefcase made of luxe, textured Italian leather. A ton of pockets will keep them organized while they’re out conquering the world.BUY NOW: Nava Milano Saffiano Executive Leather Briefcase, from $261

Communicate the perfect sentiment with a themed bracelet or necklace from Dogeared. Each pretty piece comes on a thoughtful message card and serves as a sweet reminder to enjoy the journey. Carpe Diem!BUY NOW: Dogeared Smooth Sailing Necklace, from $46, and Explore Necklace with compass and world charm, from $76

Plant a tree for your grad to let them know that the sky's the limit. Plus, it keeps on giving by helping to restore the Atlantic Forest of Brazil, one of the world’s largest and most endangered tropical forests.BUY NOW: The Nature Conservancy's Plant A Billion Trees initiative, from 10 trees for $10 to 1000 trees for $1000

Let’s face facts. Sometimes having that diploma in hand can still leave some feeling a little clueless as to what to do next (philosophy major?). When in doubt, it always helps to consult with an old trusted friend.BUY NOW: Mattel's Magic 8 Ball, $8