I'm mostly writing this little post for non-parents who are in a bit of a pickle this year. I.e. you've got to go visit friends or family with children but don't have any ideas for suitable gifts? Well - here's a few by age:
| Age | Gift idea |
| 0 - 6 months |
Rattles and very basic musical toys
Simple picture books (card board or fabric) with interesting patterns
Soft fabric toys (avoid fluffy or furry toys)
Tennis or soft balls
Wooden teething toys
Mobiles |
| 6 - 12 months |
Finger puppets
Toy cars (no small parts)
Soap bubbles
Water play toys for bathtime
Pull along toys or rolling toys
Lullaby CDs or nursery rhyme CDs |
| 12 - 24 months |
Simple jigsaw puzzles
Stacking and nesting toys
Story books
Geometric shapes toys
Cutlery or plate & cup for kids
Wind-up toys |
| 12 - 24 months |
Simple jigsaw puzzles
Stacking and nesting toys
Story books
Geometric shape toys / shape sorters
Cutlery or plate & cup for kids
Wind-up toys |
| 2 - 3 years |
Ride-on toys
Musical instruments
Dolls and figures
Building blocks
Non-toxic colouring pens / crayons
Outdoors water play / beach toys (e.g. bucket and shovel)
|
| 3 - 5 years |
Lego sets
Animal and farm sets
Audio books for kids
Play kitchens
Simple board games
Sports gear
|
Have fun and make sure you also play with the children you are visiting!
-Stefan
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