For us, the last months of the year are the time when most gifts and toys come home. My two children celebrate their birthdays in November and December.
Precisely now that there are only a few months left before the birthday of my eldest son, I have decided to make a list with gifts that I know he will like, that he will find useful or that I think would suit him. In the end, it’s not just the toy we make for his birthday, there’s always the family and friends who ask for your recommendation to make the perfect gift. He will take care of the letter to the Three Wise Men, although perhaps their Majesties will also come by to take a look at my list. Who knows? ????
Which is the best gift?
It’s not just toys that children live on and it might also be a good idea to give other things as gifts.
Something useful or that they need
If we know the size and taste of the little one, giving them some clothes or footwear can be a good option. Hardly any child is too excited to receive a sweater, T-shirt or pants for their birthday, but we can look for more special, original or eye-catching details to make the gift a pleasant surprise for the childlike an Angel Dear product available for personalization. And parents will appreciate it too suggests this gift site.
Some examples of useful yet eye-catching gifts for children may be:
Complements for rain and cold:
Now that the rains are coming nothing better than a raincoat, a good and comfortable water boots or an umbrella decorated with your favorite characters. At the rate that these children grow (and the one that the paraguas???? lose), they will surely benefit from it.
Backpacks:
Surely they are looking forward to receiving a fun backpack, like these:
- Bag with cord for children and adolescents, with full print.
- Tinksky 3D backpack Unisex School
Experiences
The gift does not always have to be something material. We can give your child tickets for a museum, a show, a play or concert that he or she likes, or a theme park. It is original and offers both the child and the family the opportunity to spend time together and enjoy it.
Books
A book is always a good choice. It is only necessary to take into account the recommended age of reading and if we also know the literary preferences of the honoree, even better. But with a book, you never fail. I’m sure my son would enjoy any of these books.
Toys
Of course! There’s no children’s celebration without a toy and what better than a customized Disney gift box filled with all their favorite Disney toys. There are a few things to consider before choosing a toy:
- That meets all safety standards. This is fundamental, buying a toy that has not gone through the necessary controls can be very dangerous for children. You should not skimp on this.
- That they are appropriate to the age of the child.
- Do not encourage sexist or warlike attitudes. I personally do not like guns, swords, and toys of that style. My son does not have any at home and we have never chosen them for a gift.
- They should be fun but at the same time encourage creativity and the development of new skills.
- Respect the needs and preferences of children.
- Taking into account all these premises I have selected some toys that I consider suitable for this age range.
Bicycle
My son has a bicycle, but it’s getting too small. For children aged 6 and up, bikes about 18 inches are more suitable for their size.
It’s good to encourage our kids to do some outdoor sport and riding a bike is a perfect activity for that. Always without forgetting safety measures, so giving a helmet is also an essential requirement.
Construction Magnetic Sets
This set contains 102 pieces and several accessories seem to be very complete. My son loves all construction sets and this one also allows you to make figures in three dimensions. It helps to develop creativity and spatial thinking. It is also a game that can be played as a family.
For the number of pieces that bring the set and the immense amount of possibilities it offers I think it is a very appropriate gift and at a fairly affordable price.
Lego
It’s a classic. And in our case, it is always a toy that never fails. My son has a lot of Lego pieces and it’s one of the few toys at home that he plays with every day. He’s always building and inventing new situations. It’s incredible the constructions he can make. I have to show them to you someday in a post.
Playing with Lego has multiple benefits, it helps foster creativity, imagination, and concentration. It has provided Gordito with hours and hours of fun. That’s why whenever a celebration arrives we try to give him some Lego to increase his collection.
Up to now the ones he has had are Lego Duplo, which have bigger pieces and are suitable between 3 and 5 years old. Now it’s time to move on to the “older” Lego.
There are also a lot of Lego sets to suit all tastes!
Playmobil
Another classic just like Lego, and one that’s also hard to get wrong. At home, we’re fans too! The hard part, just like Lego, is deciding for one, there are so many! I find the pyramid incredible, and it was also a finalist in the Toy of the Year 2018 competition. But I’m sure any of them will make a great gift for almost every child.
In addition to being fun, cars with radio control are also very beneficial for children: they help improve coordination and strengthen concepts such as left and right and improve orientation and psychomotor skills.
Remote Control for cars
Gordito loves all vehicles: cars, trucks, tractors, motorcycles… If he has wheels for him it is a perfect gift. Ever since he was very young he has been attracted a lot of attention. So any add-on where you can play with your cars is sure to be a success. This Hot Wheels track looks like a lot of fun and is also on sale for less than 30 euros.
Binoculars
These binoculars will make a simple stroll through the countryside or even the city a fantastic opportunity to learn and investigate things.
Plasticine Games
Another gift that offers many possibilities and hours of fun. This type of plasticine is very easy to mold. Gordito, who loves to play, would like this set.
Craft material
We enjoy doing crafts. Also, now that the cold and rain are coming, doing crafts is a great way to spend time together when the weather forces us to stay at home. This set is sure to help you find inspiration for new projects.
Coloring material
Coloring, drawing, and painting are great ways to spend time while developing creativity. Having the material they need can motivate them to let their imagination run wild on paper.
Table games
To have fun with friends and family. These types of games teach children to understand, respect and follow rules, to tolerate frustration when it is lost, the achievements made reinforce their self-esteem and encourage interaction and social development. All are advantages!
I hope this post gave you ideas. I am sure that most of the gifts my child receives on his birthday and Christmas comes from this list.