How to Make a Lasting Impression with Last Minute Gifts for Your Child
When the ripped wrapping paper has been cleared off the floor and the last candy cane wrapper is in the trash what will your kids have left to show for their holidays this year? A new bicycle? Some CDs? A video game or two?
"I've always found my kids most enjoy the gifts that get me involved too," says Phyllis Hoffman, a resident of Minnesota and mother of two. "So every year, we try to make sure we give each child at least one gift that will require the partici pation of a parent - whether it's a specific project to complete or something that could develop into a long-term hobby."
"Sometimes it takes some creativity to find that kind of gift," Hoffman adds. "But last minute gifts can often be the most inspired!"
Looking for a last-minute gift with long-lasting impact? Consider gifts that engage both you and your child, like:
* World traveler kit - You can massage your child's interest in geography, and get a jump start on your 2007 vacation plans, by giving your child a globe and home made travel kit. Pack a child-sized tag-along suitcase with items such as a hand-made "passport" that shows "visas" for every location on the globe the child learns about, play money (for important lessons in budgeting your travel dollars), and "souvenirs" from interesting places around the world. Once a week, sit down with your child, spin the globe and select a new location to learn about. You'll also be teaching your child the proper use of the Internet when you go online together to research each week's "destination."
* Wall mural - If your child has expressed an interest in redecorating his or her room, they can probably help tackle a lot of the work themselves. Easy to hang wallpaper murals, like those found at Lowes, are well within the abilities of older children under the guidance of a reasonably experienced do-it-yourselfer parent. From whimsical jungle scenes to a center fielder's view of the baseball diamond, wall murals can cater to the interests of virtually any child. To find a Lowes near you, visit Lowes website below.
* Cooking kit - Encourage your child's inner chef with a cooking kit, available from many online specialty Web sites. Like all the gifts mentioned here, the kit will require parental supervision and participation as your child learns how to cook. The kits also provide a great opportunity to teach nutritional lessons as well.
* Gardening tools - Many home improvement and garden centers now carry complete lines of gardening tools for the smallest green thumbs. From pint-sized garden boots to trowels, hoes and rakes made for little hands, you can find a wealth of implements to help introduce your child to the joys of gardening. The health benefits and stress-relieving quality of gardening is well-known, and sharing the experience with your child is a great way to bond and spend time together.
With some creativity and a willingness to invest your time, you can find a last-minute holiday gift that you and your child will remember and enjoy long after the holiday decorations are put away.
"I've always found my kids most enjoy the gifts that get me involved too," says Phyllis Hoffman, a resident of Minnesota and mother of two. "So every year, we try to make sure we give each child at least one gift that will require the partici pation of a parent - whether it's a specific project to complete or something that could develop into a long-term hobby."
"Sometimes it takes some creativity to find that kind of gift," Hoffman adds. "But last minute gifts can often be the most inspired!"
Looking for a last-minute gift with long-lasting impact? Consider gifts that engage both you and your child, like:
* World traveler kit - You can massage your child's interest in geography, and get a jump start on your 2007 vacation plans, by giving your child a globe and home made travel kit. Pack a child-sized tag-along suitcase with items such as a hand-made "passport" that shows "visas" for every location on the globe the child learns about, play money (for important lessons in budgeting your travel dollars), and "souvenirs" from interesting places around the world. Once a week, sit down with your child, spin the globe and select a new location to learn about. You'll also be teaching your child the proper use of the Internet when you go online together to research each week's "destination."
* Wall mural - If your child has expressed an interest in redecorating his or her room, they can probably help tackle a lot of the work themselves. Easy to hang wallpaper murals, like those found at Lowes, are well within the abilities of older children under the guidance of a reasonably experienced do-it-yourselfer parent. From whimsical jungle scenes to a center fielder's view of the baseball diamond, wall murals can cater to the interests of virtually any child. To find a Lowes near you, visit Lowes website below.
* Cooking kit - Encourage your child's inner chef with a cooking kit, available from many online specialty Web sites. Like all the gifts mentioned here, the kit will require parental supervision and participation as your child learns how to cook. The kits also provide a great opportunity to teach nutritional lessons as well.
* Gardening tools - Many home improvement and garden centers now carry complete lines of gardening tools for the smallest green thumbs. From pint-sized garden boots to trowels, hoes and rakes made for little hands, you can find a wealth of implements to help introduce your child to the joys of gardening. The health benefits and stress-relieving quality of gardening is well-known, and sharing the experience with your child is a great way to bond and spend time together.
With some creativity and a willingness to invest your time, you can find a last-minute holiday gift that you and your child will remember and enjoy long after the holiday decorations are put away.
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