Top Kid Journals to Inspire Young Writers and Artists in 2025

Author: Celia| Keywords chosen by Celia

                                        
Children don't always find it easy to express what's on their minds. 
 
Journaling offers a safe and creative outlet for them to process emotions, build confidence, spark imagination, and record meaningful moments.
 
Not sure how to help your child begin? We've rounded up a selection of journals, each designed to encourage creativity, personal growth, and self-expression.
 
01  XIMIVOGUE DIY charm personalized notebook for kids
 
This spiral beauty comes with a bright cover and a bunch of DIY charms, just waiting for little hands to mix, match, and make their own.
 
 
DIY Holes Lined Notebook A4 80 Sheets with 6 Pink
 
Feeling food? Go for the delicious charms. Feeling adventurous? Switch them up! Every day can have its own look.
 
And when it's time to jot down thoughts, dreams, or doodles, this notebook is perfect for lazy summer days or cosy spring half-term fun.
 
02  XIMIVOGUE emoji-themed journal with multicolor pens
 
Small enough to take anywhere, yet bursting with style, this journal is a party of highlighter neons and dreamy pastels.
 
 
Colorful Mood Series Lined Notebook A5 80Sheets+Post-it*176Sheets (PVC Pen Bag+Colorful Gel Pen*5)
 
Clipped to the cover is a handy little pouch packed with colourful pens—so kids can dive straight into writing, doodling, or sketching wherever inspiration strikes. 
 
Emojis help kids tune in to their feelings, making each page a mix of creativity and self-discovery.
 
03  XIMIVOGUE furry bear journal with zipper pocket and charms
 
Meet the snuggliest notebook ever! With its fluffy purple bear cover, this cutie is perfect for kids who can't resist cuddly, whimsical stationery.
 
 
Purple Bear Storage Plush Lined Notebook Set A5 80 Sheets with 3 Accessories (Purple)
 
Peek at the front and you'll find a clear zip pocket stuffed with fun little treasures—a rainbow, a lollipop, and even a cheeky pink bear face charm.
 
The best part? Kids can swap things around or pop in their own tiny trinkets. It's the kind of notebook they'll love so much, it just might keep them happily busy all through a long school break.
 
04  XIMIVOGUE pastel cat themed notebook with lock
 
Shhh… this isn't just a notebook—it's a secret keeper! 
 
 
MILU CAT Hardcover Colorful Page Lined Notebook 36K 112 Sheets
 
The lock is simple enough for little fingers to click open, but tricky enough to keep nosy siblings and curious friends out. That means your child gets their very own private space, building a sense of “this is mine!” independence.
 
With this fun journal in hand, kids can become the authors of their own magical stories—no peeking allowed!
 
05  XIMIVOGUE capybara sensory journal for kids 
 
The star of this notebook? A built-in fidget toy with nine squishy orange buttons, just begging to be poked, popped, and squished! It's a hands-on treat that makes picking up the journal irresistible.
 
 
Cute Capybara Series Stress Relief Blank Page Notebook 80 Sheets
 
Kids can use it to dream up ideas, doodle silly sketches, and jot down wild stories.
 
Best of all, it sneaks in a little daily writing without ever feeling like homework. Fun first, journaling second!
 
06  XIMIVOGUE ball design stress relief journal for kids
 
Game on! These sporty notebooks score big with bold covers inspired by soccer, baseball, volleyball, and basketball—each one showing off a super-realistic ball design.
 
 
Sports Program Macaron Stress Relief Color Pages Notebook 8*8cm 80 Sheets
 
But they're not just cool to look at—each cover has a soft, squishy, macaron-like texture that kids can squeeze to chill out and have a little fun.
 
Perfect for younger children, these journals don't demand pages of writing—just quick notes, doodles, or whatever comes to mind.