9 Non Toy Gift Ideas

It’s time to start checking out gifts for the little ones as the holiday season is fast approaching.  I like to be done early so that usually means I start early.  I don’t like the rush of the crowds nor do I like getting pulled into the must buy items.  As I am also on a huge decluttering mission I’m looking for gifts that are not toys this year.  The boys will get a few from the grandparents and friends so this year Cory and I are really trying to avoid the toys.  Several of the non toy gift ideas on this list will be found under or tree this year.  I try to always include a couple books for each kid and they adore the Highlights magazine subscription.  

9 Non Toy Gift Ideas

1) BOOKS – Books are always a great gift! You can stick
with some of the classics like: The Little House on the Prairie, The Hardy Boys OR see lots of Books sorted by age on Amazon! Also, Audible perfect for kids who like
to Listen to Stories!!

2) SUBSCRIPTIONS: What kid wouldn’t love to receive their favorite magazine each month OR a special something in the mail – just for them each month for their birthday year!  We belong to a book subscription site and my boys enjoy some of their favorite Disney books at lower costs than purchasing them off of the shelves.  

* Magazines – National Geographic Kids, National Geographic Little Kids, American Girl Magazine, Highlights For Children, SPORTS ILLUSTRATED KIDS Magazine
* Hair Tie Subscription Box – your little girl will get a fun box of new hair ties each month, new colors and styles in a gift box – who wouldn’t love getting a gift just for them each month!

3) CLASSES – Do you know a child that likes to Dance, Play an Instrument, wishes to learn a new language, draw or paint – enroll them in a class that will foster the things they love!

4) CLOTHES – Children grow like weeds! Seriously, I think they might grow faster than weeds! Grab them some clothes! I also find great clothes at great prices at FabKids, Zulily, Tea Collection, Kohl’s, H&M.

5) SHOES – You wouldn’t believe how much kids like to receive shoes! Grab them a new pair of sneakers, dress up shoes or slippers! Plus think outside the box and grab them some Heelys (sneakers and skates in one – O Ya! These are coo1 – see video!)!

6) VACATION – Why not incorporate your vacation into a gift! Go somewhere that would interest them and make it a surprise! I know you’ve all seen those surprise Disney vacation videos, so let you imagination run wild and plan a fun trip as a gift! Make sure to check out Travel Zoo for some discounts and inexpensive ideas!

7) RESTAURANT/DATE NIGHT – Make a Date Night Gift!! Spending some quality time is one of the best gifts of all! So plan a special night where your child will have your undivided attention. Go to dinner together and talk, talk, talk! Make sure to check out Restaurant.com for inexpensive Gift Cards to local restaurants – you can even just show it on your phone or print it out for your date!

8) CALENDAR – You can make a custom calendar with photos to remind them of special times together! Each month of the year they can see great pictures that you choose! Plus you can add special dates – like birthdays, etc on their for them to remember! FUN!

9) HAIR ACCESSORIES -Girls love to fix their hair with pretty Hair Ties and barrettes! Grab a few of these goodies along with special brush.