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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Gift cards are fine, but as a parent I find them a bit of a bother--my kids aren't major shoppers. In the end, it becomes my responsibility to take them to the store to find something. FWIW, by this age they get a number of gift cards at their birthday parties, too.

Some ideas for alternatives:

1. [b]Ask the parents if the kids have a wish list[/b]. I keep lists on Amazon for this purpose but don't share unless asked.

2. Think back to your childhood and send books you loved, or basic toys that you enjoyed: yo-yos, rubix cube, craft supplies, favorite board games. Then tell them in the note that this is something you loved and that you hope they'll enjoy too. I think it means a lot when kids can connect to family members in this way.

3. Go to a good local toy store and ask for suggestions--maybe for new board games. I've had great luck at Child's Play.

4. Come up with something standard you can do every year. One great-aunt sent us Christmas ornaments every year, and I loved receiving them. Giant tins of popcorn are also a hit.[/quote]

Then I tell the parents that I will take care of 1 or more of the items.[/quote]

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