The best source is other kids. If its a popular toy, alot of children will have it. When I buy for my niece (who is 1 year younger than my 3rd child), then I buy what my 3rd child would like to get. She’s always thrilled with her gifts and if my child would like it, I know it will be a fun gift. I’ve even stopped kids in the toy aisle before to ask what toys they think are the coolest. They ADORE helping a “grown-up” and I really appreciate the help.
If I have any doubts about what to get a child- I get books. I go to the bookstore and ask about the appropriate kinds of books for the respective age of the child I’m buying for if I’m not sure.
If it is a neice/nephew, sometimes I write on the inside flap of the book with best wishes and the date.
If I’m buying for my kids, I think back to what toys they have mentioned to me that they want. If I’m buying for a niece, nephew, etc….I ask their parents what they’ve been wanting, or I ask my girls for advice.
When I have a toy idea for any of my kids or friend’s kids I like to check amazon.com. I will some times buy from there but for the most part I check their reviews. I have saved myself a number of times by checking there first. Good Luck!
4 Responses to “Where do you turn to for toy recommendations when you need to buy a present for a child?”
By Velken on Jan 31, 2008 | Reply
The best source is other kids. If its a popular toy, alot of children will have it. When I buy for my niece (who is 1 year younger than my 3rd child), then I buy what my 3rd child would like to get. She’s always thrilled with her gifts and if my child would like it, I know it will be a fun gift. I’ve even stopped kids in the toy aisle before to ask what toys they think are the coolest. They ADORE helping a “grown-up” and I really appreciate the help.
By Rayza on Jan 31, 2008 | Reply
If I have any doubts about what to get a child- I get books. I go to the bookstore and ask about the appropriate kinds of books for the respective age of the child I’m buying for if I’m not sure.
If it is a neice/nephew, sometimes I write on the inside flap of the book with best wishes and the date.
By GTO Judge on Feb 3, 2008 | Reply
If I’m buying for my kids, I think back to what toys they have mentioned to me that they want. If I’m buying for a niece, nephew, etc….I ask their parents what they’ve been wanting, or I ask my girls for advice.
By LKaye on Feb 3, 2008 | Reply
When I have a toy idea for any of my kids or friend’s kids I like to check amazon.com. I will some times buy from there but for the most part I check their reviews. I have saved myself a number of times by checking there first. Good Luck!