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Birthday Presents for a 3 year old

  • 23-11-2012 10:24am
    #1
    tiny_penguin
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    My friends sons 3rd birthday is coming up and I have no idea what to buy a 3 year old. She did mention he loves books and they are getting a bit bored of their collection - but is that as much fun for him to open up on the day? Also what type of books are suitable for 3 year olds? (you can tell i dont have any children or nieces or nephews of my own)


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  • #2
    Cathmandooo
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    I don't think books are exciting for a child to open but that doesn't mean they won't be appreciated, they could end up being his favourite story reread a million times over!

    I think most bookshops generally have an age guide to their books so once you're in there it should be easy enough to choose one.


  • #3
    RainyDay
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    How about giving them the gift of time? If you're close to the family, arrange to take him out for a few hours. It could be a playground or a panto or whatever. It will be a lot more significant than anything you buy in a shop.


  • #4
    tiny_penguin
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    Cathmandooo wrote: »
    I don't think books are exciting for a child to open but that doesn't mean they won't be appreciated, they could end up being his favourite story reread a million times over!

    I think most bookshops generally have an age guide to their books so once you're in there it should be easy enough to choose one.

    Thats a really good point actually - might go check out some book shops over the weekend!
    RainyDay wrote: »
    How about giving them the gift of time? If you're close to the family, arrange to take him out for a few hours. It could be a playground or a panto or whatever. It will be a lot more significant than anything you buy in a shop.

    Its a lovely idea but my friend is quite picky about who babysits - up until now it has just been family members. So not too sure how comfortable she would be with it! Also she works full time and loves her weekends with the kids and it would be the only time i could do it!


  • #5
    summer breezer
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 23 ✭summer breezer


    I often buy the books from bramblewood creations for my nieces and nephews, they are around 16-18 euro and the books are popular stories but are personalise for that child, ie their name features in the story. they are online and in stephens green s.c. dublin on second floor!


  • #6
    holmeste
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 21 ✭holmeste


    you can't go wrong with Mr. potatohead for a 3 year old, my son has it and loves it!


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