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9 year old girl birthday - gift idea? She can't think of a thing she would like!
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Anonymous
| My daughter's 9th birthday is in 10 days and I have no idea what to get her. When I ask, she says she can't think of anyting. I swear she is not spoiled, she is just sort of an indifferent little girl. She loves to read, so I'm sure there will be a few books, but what else?! Please don't suggest lessons, she's already involved in a few things and it's enough for her. I honestly can't think of one single thing to get her! Help, please! |
Anonymous
| How about a trip? I remember at that age travel opportunities were very exciting for me. A weekend getaway not to far (New York or Philly?) to do museums etc. |
Anonymous
| Pierced ears? Tix to a performance at the Kennedy Center? Next-size-up bike? Scooter? Skateboard? |
Anonymous
| Is she into pets? Maybe a new animal addition to the family? |
Anonymous
| Just had a lecture from a teacher -- what kids want is more special time with their parents. The trip might be good. A cooking class or such together might be good (McLean Community Center has some). Just a day to do whatever she wants when she wants with her mom? |
Anonymous
| I got my niece an age appropriate cookbook, some of her own special cooking tools and a cooking class (Just 1). She loved this. |
Anonymous
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I love the trip idea - I used to love going to the Maryland Science Center at that age (yes, once a geek, always a geek). Also, some stores have jewelry-making classes that might appeal to her.
I wouldn't get a pet, unless it's something pretty small like a fish. |
Anonymous
OP here -- We got a kitten for her last year (And I completely regret it! It does NOT get along with our older cat at all. *sigh*) To the poster who suggested ear piercing - that's a thought. She's mentioned it, but she's also freaked out that it's going to hurt. To those who suggest spending special time with her or doing a day trip, I think that's along the right lines. Maybe I should take a few days off work... Keep the ideas coming please! |
Anonymous
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This sort of falls under the "class" category, but she might enjoy taking a two-hour crochet lesson at one of your local craft stores. Maybe you, your daughter, and a friend of your daughter could learn together (unless you already know how!).
I learned to knit around her age, and it's been a lifelong hobby. I suggested crochet because it's easier to learn than knitting. She could make some fun accessories (they have lots of patterns for preteens). |
Anonymous
| What about a special lunch out with mom and then manicures for both of you? |
Anonymous
| how about personalized stationery or scrapbooking materials? |
Anonymous
PP here -- etsy has nice things |
Anonymous
| For my DD's 8th birthday we took the train to NYC. We had a great time and it was a really special memory for us. I'm not sure I'd want to do that in winter though. |
Anonymous
| How about a "makeup" kit - glittery nail polish, glittery flavored lip balm, etc. |
Anonymous
| I ditto the pp who said a "makeup" kit. I would have LOVED that at that age and same for my 11 yr old niece. Maybe a cute little purse and wallet with $20 or a savings bond for college. |