childrens gifts

adela says on Sep 25, 2004, 13:48:

extravagant?


I think any kid between 7 yo 12 would apreciate so much watches, clothes, and shoes. Of course

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Desideria (Moderator) says on Sep 25, 2004, 14:23:

I don't know I usually bring backpacks, toys and stuff for the kids that age...pretty much the same thing I'd give to a kid inthis country.
Cheers,
Desi

"When shall we three meet again? In thunder, lightning, or in rain?"(First Witch in Macbeth)

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oldbongo says on Sep 25, 2004, 16:36:

i know... the oldgringo always takes sports equipment.
boys love soccer balls
girls love to make beeswax candles
art stuff, crayons coloring books
hairbrushes
huge bucket of bubble gum
huge bag of pistachios
pretty change purse
the list goes on
take and give lots
everyone will love everything

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Desideria (Moderator) says on Sep 25, 2004, 16:46:

you just think that you know...actually I've found it's rather hard to figure out what to give to kids. I work with them, and I know I ought to know, but I don't.
My list for kids between ages 7 and 12:
clothes (think about the climate and the current fashions)
backpacks, sport items, school thingies
toys (stuffed animals, high-tech toys, fashionable toys such as...bay blades etc.)
educational toys, such as playschool, lego and so on.
arts and crafts material
Cds, videos, computer games...in case the family has an internet access.
Most important of all: find out what the kids in that particular family would like to have.
Secon most important thing of all: DON'T get them any junk they can buy at the nearest Ley or Exito.
Cheers,
Desi

"When shall we three meet again? In thunder, lightning, or in rain?"(First Witch in Macbeth)

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Desideria (Moderator) says on Sep 25, 2004, 17:19:

yeah, I think next time I'll bring'em wooden toy horses, train sets that you have to set them together yourself, soap and fashion jewelry kits that include a lot of personal effort, and maybe a cd by bob dylan or joan mauel serrat for their personal education....
cheers,
Desi
BTW tinto, Desi's B&B will be opening some time next summer. Are you game?

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2retirensa says on Sep 25, 2004, 18:31:

Adela I thought watches, cd's etc. might be extravagant because of the economic level of the family. Watches would be one of my first choices, but I don't want to appear to be the "rich american", which I am not, and it was something someone told me to be careful about. I do also like the sports equip., and craft kits. I have several to buy for, so I do have to be budget minded as well. Very good suggestions from all of you! Thanks
Maureen

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oldbongo says on Sep 26, 2004, 10:27:

you should know..adela that watches are very plentiful
and affordable there. $4-8
the kids would love to pick out their own.

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oldbongo says on Sep 26, 2004, 10:29:

sorry.. wrong name

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babygirl says on Sep 26, 2004, 20:04:

had to get my 2 cents worth in... Hey! I don't know about kids in Colombia but I know my daughter and all her friends love girly stuff like lipsmackers flavoured lip balms and you can get little kits of it too. Very economical. But I'm always a fan of craft supplies / stickers / erasers / hair accessories / trendy bracelets / sidewalk chalk / and books & magazines. Also all very fun but economical. Make loot bags of the stuff!

cheers - babygirl

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2retirensa says on Sep 27, 2004, 16:13:

Thanks, old grigo That price range is perfect! Picking out their own is a great activity for me and them both. Craft supplies and maybe camping gear, sports equip. will fix me up!
Maureen

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