Another "consumable" could be some sort of food item. For my niece on the other side of the country, I got an ice cream sundae kit from a local ice cream store. She loves ice cream, but having a full toppings bar was something she felt was special. This could either be something delivered to their house or a gift card for an outing.
For the nephew, could you donate to the local diaper bank in his honor or another charity? Honestly, that's all I want for my younger kid with limited space. |
My little one has had the NatGeo little kids subscription. I think it's perfect for 3.5. He LOVES when they arrive in the mail. We read each one many times, and then when he finds it after several months, he's excited to revisit them. |
Gift card for an ice cream cone
Stocker sheets/books Very small photo book or album w/pics of you and the kid and other family - kids looooove looking at pictures! Coupon for a sleepover with you As for the baby, pajamas in their next size up |
My son LOVES cooking and anything to do with the kitchen. We got him an apron and chef hat at that age and he really loved it. He’s five now and still puts it on every time he helps us in the kitchen. We just put it on a little hook in the kitchen and it takes up almost no space. You could include those knives for toddlers if you wanted to add something. |
Melissa and Doug 48 piece floor puzzle for your smart 3,5 year old |
Babybug magazine is perfect for those ages |
Agree with High Five.
Dot Markers - they run out and are a bit expensive but kids love them. Books - we got the Stuff of Stars as a gift for DD and she spent about a month wanting to read it every night. |
America's Test Kitchen has a book called My First Cookbook that is good for the 3.5 year old. |
My gift variation on that theme has been dinosaur cookie cutters, small squeeze bottles for icing, rubber scraper, cookie mixes, and sprinkles. Superhero pajamas also come in handy for daycare spirit days. |