29 www.raring2go.co.uk Outings, one on one. Let your child choose the activity and you take them. Simple as that. You have quality time together and you may learn something new. You must keep your promise though even if the idea of visiting soft play is your idea of hell... PQR Photo album. Another retro idea that’s making a comeback. Make up an album that’s significant to your child – pictures from their life, or ask them to help you fill one they can keep. Q is for quirky. Think about something that will delight or surprise them: a Venus flytrap plant; something gross like green gunge or an offer to do face painting regularly – you know your child best. Recipes. Buy their very own cook book or a scrap book for them to jot down family favourites to build up their own. Older children can prepare a roast with help. Decide on a date and a theme and don’t worry about the mess. STU Sleeping bag. For sleepovers, camping in the garden or just as a ready made den or hiding place. Tickets. Think about an event you or your child would love to go to – start with a pantomime. Understanding cash. Buy them a piggy bank, or premium bond, so they start to appreciate the value of money. VWX Value for money. Whatever you buy or don’t buy, think about whether it’s worth it. That craze they have their heart set on WILL be over, so don’t succumb to pester power or peer pressure. Watch. It’s so important to be able to tell the time with an analogue clock face and not relying on numbers. This is also a gift that lasts and can be worn to school. X is for taX free (OK, we cheated). Any money that your child saves is free from tax. Think about an ISA or a post office account. It may not be that exciting for them now, but a tiny infant won’t understand a present anyway and you could add to their nest egg until it becomes a substantial amount to save – or spend. Y and Z Yogurt maker.... or smoothies or waffles or... This could be a gift for the whole family, but if you are a house that gets through a lot of food (and whose doesn’t?) buying a gadget that helps create your child’s favourite could save you money, and you’ll have fun too. Zoos and city farms. Give a Day Out!! Many offer gift vouchers, anuual memberships or experience days. Adopt an animal or Be a Keeper for a Day! For ideas visit the PLACES TO GO section of www.raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! CHRISTMAS
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