Probably every person had to at leastonce in a lifetime birthday present for a child, even if he or she does not have children yet. Incidentally, it is always more difficult for people who have not yet become parents to choose a gift for a child. Who knows what will please the flower of life? Of course, you can take the path of least resistance and bring money - like, let the parents decide for themselves what the child needs more. However, the child will certainly be happier with a gift chosen with love than an envelope with money. Well, maybe with the exception of teenagers and very young people, of course. In fact, choosing a gift is not so difficult if you remember two basic rules. The first rule says that you need to approach the choice of a gift with imagination - do not be afraid to experiment, the process is quite creative. And the second rule calls for never losing sight of the age of the child for whom you are choosing a gift. Well, if you know at least something about the child's interests and skills - you are generally lucky.
Gift for a child up to 1 year
In case the gift is needed by yourselffor a little person who hasn't even celebrated his first birthday yet, it is important that it is first and foremost useful. Since the little one won't be able to enjoy the gift due to age-related characteristics, let his parents enjoy it.
- Talk to your parents
The smartest decision is to talk tothe baby's parents. Find out what the baby needs - this will help avoid a situation where a baby who is exclusively breastfed is given five expensive bottles. In order not to put either yourself or the parents in an awkward position, be sure to clearly indicate the amount you are willing to spend on the gift.
- Chat with other donors
If you are invited to some event- For example, at a christening, you can team up with other guests and give something useful and expensive: a stroller, a crib, a car seat. And still, be sure to talk to the parents! This way, your gift will be relevant and will really bring tangible benefits to the family.
- Clothes and diapers
If you know the exact size of your baby's clothes,you can buy some cute little suit - children have unique abilities to instantly stain clothes. And the most win-win option will be diapers - and it is very difficult to miss the size if you know the age of the child, and they will never be superfluous.
A gift for a child from one to three years old
A one-year-old human being is already quite somethingan adult personality, who can no longer be surprised by a bright rattle. Therefore, you will have to approach the choice of a gift more seriously. We offer you several gifts for a birthday and not only, which are almost universal:
- Balls
The ball will not leave any child indifferent!Moreover, the choice of balls is simply huge - for every taste and any color. The main thing is to choose the right size of the ball - the child should be able to hold it in his hands and at the same time see everything in front of him, so as not to bump into furniture and corners. The only exception is a gymnastic ball. By the way, this is also a very good gift.
- Wheelchair
Ride-on toys are loved by both one-year-olds andthree-year-old toddlers. So why not take this love into account when choosing a gift? Surely you have seen these toys - toys on wheels, to which a stick is attached to push the toy or a rope to pull it along. The knowledge that he controls the toy himself will bring the baby into indescribable delight - such a toy does not bore children for a very long time.
- Rocking Toy
Surely you had a wooden one when you were a childrocking horse? Time goes by, but nothing changes - children still love these toys. True, rocking horses have become different - these are elephants, horses, and hippos, beautiful and soft. Such a rocking horse will serve the child for at least several years. The main thing to pay attention to when buying is the handles. In cheaper models, they are not covered with anything - just wooden ones. It is better to refuse such rocking horses, as there is a risk that the child will get hurt. Therefore, you should not save on a gift if you do not want the birthday to become a day of bruises and bumps.
- Educational toys
Don't forget about educational toys— they are also perfect as a gift for a child. Pyramids, cubes, construction sets - the choice is quite large. The main thing is to choose toys with large enough parts. After all, little children love to explore the world "by tooth" and can put small parts in their mouths. And also in their noses and ears. Do not ignore books - little children are very grateful readers. But keep in mind - they test books for durability, so choose appropriate books - with thick cardboard pages. And remember - for such a small child, the most important thing is not the content, but the form - bright beautiful pictures and a minimum of text.
- Nested dolls
Do you want to surprise not only your child, but also him?parents? Buy him a matryoshka doll for his birthday! Believe me, the child will be delighted and will appreciate this gift. Moreover, a matryoshka doll is not only an interesting birthday present, but also a wonderful developmental material. Both fine motor skills and logical and imaginative thinking will be on the plus side.
Gift for a child of four to six years old
For an older child, there should be a gift too.more "adult". In this case, it would also be a good idea to consult with your parents, who will tell you what kind of birthday present will please their child the most.
- A bike
Childhood without a bicycle is not childhoodat all. Therefore, if the child still does not have a bicycle, the ideal gift has been found. Of course, when choosing a bicycle, be sure to take into account the age of the child. And check that the selected model has safety wheels - they are necessary for the period when the child will learn to ride.
- Sports Complex
If you are not limited by any financial frameworklimited, you can think about purchasing a children's sports complex - rings, bars, swings, rope ladder - such a gift is not only unusual, but also very, very useful. If you choose a sports complex, do not forget to buy mats - they are simply necessary so that if the child falls, he does not get injured.
- Educational games
Educational games are also relevant at this age.But, of course, they are becoming more and more complex - Lego construction sets are replacing cubes, and puzzles are replacing pyramids. Firstly, they stimulate the development of imaginative thinking, logic and, very importantly, fine motor skills. By the way, a child's speech development directly depends on general motor skills.
- Role-playing games
After about four years, the child wakes upinterest in various role-playing games. And when choosing a gift, this interest must be taken into account. For example, a boy can be given sets of "fireman", "doctor", "auto mechanic", and girls will certainly be happy with sets for a young housewife - toy ironing boards, washing machines, irons, sets of dishes.
- Sports Gifts
It's hard to find a child who doesn't have it.energy overflowing. And in order to channel this energy into a peaceful channel, you can choose an appropriate gift. Boys will certainly be delighted with a punching bag and gloves, a soccer ball, and girls - with jump ropes and elastic bands. Everyone without exception will be pleased with roller skates and skates, small trampolines. The only "but" - such a gift can only be given if you know for sure that the child is absolutely healthy. Otherwise, you can get into a very awkward situation.
- Universal gifts
Are you still having trouble choosing a gift for your children?for a birthday or other holiday, pay attention to a number of universal gifts - you can't go wrong. They will surely appeal to all children without exception. Good quality pencils, markers, wax crayons, drawing albums, clay for modeling, stencils, brushes - the choice is simply huge. The older the child, the more choice you have.
- Leisure
Tickets to can be a very unusual gift.zoo, circus, water park, theater. In addition, many children's cafes sell gift certificates - both for one-time visits and for organizing various holidays. For example, the same birthday - however, this is more of a gift for the parents. In some cases, a gift can be disks with cartoons, games, educational programs - naturally, appropriate for the child's age. Just talk to the parents of the hero of the occasion - who knows, maybe the child does not have access to a computer, and he is forbidden to watch TV for misbehavior. And remember the most important thing - it is unacceptable to just give a gift to a child and immediately forget about it, believing that the child is able to figure out the toy on his own. Very many adults simply forget that you also need to know how to play with toys. And it is adults who must teach the child this. Look at the gift together, listen to the child's admiration, support him. Show how to play with this toy, answer all the child's questions, make sure he understands everything. And only then leave the child to enjoy the toy.
Gift for a teenager
But choosing a birthday presentteenager is very difficult. The child's age is very difficult - it is very difficult to please a child. And the demands of modern youth, as sad as it is, cannot be called modest. So, what to give a teenager so that he is not disappointed? It is difficult, but quite possible. Girl - teenager If you are invited to the birthday of a young beauty, you can consider the following gift options:
- Decoration
A girl is a girl - she won't stayindifferent to jewelry. A chain with a small pendant, earrings will certainly appeal to the young fashionista. But approach the choice seriously - of course, no one is talking about five-carat diamonds. But cheap costume jewelry, which costs three kopecks on a market day, is also not suitable as a gift.
- Soft toy
You might be surprised, but in adolescenceage, girls love soft toys much more than in childhood. A huge plush rabbit or cat will make a girl jump for joy to the ceiling.
- clothing
No, no, I don't buy clothes myself.in no case - you will not guess either with the size or with the model. Therefore, the best option would be gift certificates from stores. Young man - teenager It is not so difficult to please a young gentleman either. He will be glad to receive for his birthday:
- Computer Accessories
There is hardly a boy who is not interested in computers.So your choice is simply huge - a good keyboard and mouse, a gaming console, RAM modules. And in this case, it is much wiser to consult with the teenager himself, who will tell you about his needs.
- Sporting goods
Snowboard, surfboard, roller skates- find out what your teenager is interested in so that it will be easier for you to make a choice. Universal gifts In addition, do not forget about universal gifts that will please both a boy and a girl equally:
- Mobile phone
Of course, nowadays there is a mobile phoneeven for primary school children. However, the latest, most modern model will not leave a teenager indifferent. But first consult with your parents - how will they feel about this gift?
- Mp3 player
Music is an integral part of lifemodern teenagers. So an MP3 player will be a great addition to any child. Especially since they are relatively inexpensive and will not make a huge dent in your budget. Of course, this is not a complete list of gifts that will please a child. But we hope that this article was useful for you and if it did not help you choose a gift, then at least it directed your imagination in the right direction. And remember - the best gift is the one that was chosen with love for the child, and not just to buy. We recommend reading:
