Your kids don’t give in to peer pressure. But for those times when their interests follow the crowd? We give you a few gift ideas suited for any personality.

The Artist
Pick up Wallcandy Arts chalkboard animals (Kiwi Baby, 1636 Washington Street, South End; 617-247-2229). The set of six wall forms stick on and peel off with ease. For more advanced creators, stop by Tadpole for a Spirogiro, so the kids can experiment with funky designs and graphics.

The Designer
Remember last year’s gingerbread house fiasco? Opt for less mess and let your creative types customize their very own holiday tee online at spreadshirt.com.

The Chef
Your tiny iron chef will love a play kitchen from Elves and Angels. The northern white pine appliances make it easy to cook up an imaginary storm.

See? Nothing wrong with a little typecasting.

GAZE
A Star Is Born
What: Use telescopes to watch stars forming trillions of miles away during Family Night.
Why: It’ll leave ’em starry-eyed.
When: Thurs., 6:30 p.m.
Where: Center for Astrophysics, 60 Garden St., Cambridge (617-495-7461).

SEE
The Urban Nutcracker
What: Don’t miss the classic holiday show with an inner-city edge.
Why: Go nuts.
When: Thru Dec. 16. Fri., 7:30 p.m.
Where: John Hancock Hall, 180 Berkeley St., Back Bay. Tickets at 877-548-3237.

SHOP
Cultural Survival Bazaar
What: Check out indigenous music, food, and more from around the globe.
Why: It’s a great big world.
When: Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center, 900 Boylston St., Back Bay. Info at 617-441-5410.