Although we tend to assume that little ones will be happy with just about any gift under the sun, that’s not entirely true. While they love most gifts, there are a few to avoid when shopping for your own children, nieces, and nephews. Also, there are some presses that kids might love but their moms and dads will hate, ultimately leaving you in the doghouse, even if you become his favorite aunt or uncle. So, without further ado, here’s a list of the worst gifts for kids, which you can check off your list to ensure you get the nickname: ‘Biggest Gift-Giving Adult of the Year!’
sweets. We all know that all children love receiving sweets, but truth be told, they are fairly short-lived gifts: you’ll only be the adult favorite for five minutes, tops. What’s more, if you give candy to children who aren’t yours, parents are likely to feel a bit bitter because it makes their children hyperactive and contributes to tooth decay.
battery. It might be great for the kid, but after hearing the deafening bangs and thumps reverberating through the house, twenty-four-seven days, the parents (or you) will wish their eardrums were made of steel.
Money. Isn’t this just an easy option for the “what should I buy a kid” conundrum? If the little one is allowed to spend the money, he will have to take into account that she could buy something fun like ten packs of slime, a pet tarantula or (more likely than not)… CANDY!
markers and crayons. Let’s face it, most kids imagine themselves to be Picasso and will draw on every available surface. And that includes wallpaper, duvet covers, shoes, and even your favorite outfit.
anything remote controlled. They knock things over, bruise ankles, start fights, and destroy furniture. There’s a reason we don’t let little ones drive until their late teens.
Now, what to buy your favorite girl or boy? Personalized children’s books. Ready. Winnie the Pooh, Toy Story, SpongeBob SquarePants, Finding Nemo. The list goes on – these are just a few of the popular titles on offer. From fairy tales and children’s TV shows, to adventures and science fiction, personalized children’s books have taken the market by storm.
The one thing all personalized storybooks share is that they put your child at the center of the story. Her son’s name, address, birthday, as well as the names of her three favorite friends are also part of the narrative. If your little one is a Disney devotee, there is a whole range of personalized Disney books available – star in Snow White, Disney Cars, Disney Fairies, Finding Nemo to name just a few.
Your child will not only be able to identify with the characters, but will also want to read more, which naturally improves their reading and writing skills. Any child loves to see his name in lights, and having his own book with his name inside makes him feel very special.
