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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My 10yo DD always makes gifts. When she was really little, she used to assemble little collections of “treasures” to give as gifts (a pretty rock, a slightly used sheet of stickers, and a drawing might be one such collection). It’s very sweet. She loves to give presents and participate in that aspect of the season.

A 20yo who has never given a gift has missed an opportunity to practice empathy, thoughtfulness, and generosity. [/quote]
I’m not sure your ten year old is learning how to give gifts. She’s making collections of stuff she likes. Isn’t the point to pick something the receiver likes? So, yeah, it’s sweet at that age but I don’t think she’s learning a life skill. [/quote]

Many children start giving items they value. In time, they will learn to think about what will make the recipient happy. The PP’s DD is not unusual.[/quote]

Sorry i wasn’t clear. She makes gifts now and has for a while, but when she was 2-3 she would present her treasures. It was cute! Now she sews, paints, and draws her gifts, or else occasionally does painted pottery. [/quote]

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