What to give a one and a half year old child?

A present for a child at any age is not an easy task, especially if the child does not speak yet and cannot express his wish. If a boy or girl is one and a half years old, this is one of the most difficult periods, since the child is already big and has his own desires, but does not know how to articulate them. It's good when parents or loved ones know the preferences of the little person, but it happens that you are invited to visit where there is a completely unfamiliar boy and girl. In this case, giving a present to a child is as difficult as completing a quest.

Of course, it is very important to focus on the age, interests of the baby at 1.5 years old. Thanks to this, there are general tips for choosing a gift for a one and a half year old boy or girl.

• Do not put the purchase of a presentation on the back burner. Believe me, if you think about this question in advance, save yourself from buying the first nonsense that comes along.
• Ask a parent or child if possible. Older children write letters to Santa Claus and order gifts, but at one and a half - this is from the realm of dreams.
• Remember your age and do not buy toys "for growth." Believe me, the kid only scatters the details of a complex constructor or puzzles.
• Sex at this age already matters, but not fundamental. You can give a girl a doll, a boy a car, and vice versa.
• Hobby is of great importance, books, educational games, pyramids, mosaics, and a ball are suitable for a diligent kid.
• Before buying sweets, check if your child is allergic and what sweets he is allowed to eat at home.
• At this age, the child still does not really understand the meaning of the holiday, the good mood of the parents and the people around him is more important for him.
• Musical toys are a great choice at this age.
• Remember that curiosity is the main trait of kids, they are interested in everything that is new!
• Safety is also of the utmost importance - don’t give something containing small parts that you can shove in your mouth and choke on.
• Impressions are a good idea. Take your baby to a play for the little ones, ride a pony, take a walk in the park - this will be remembered more than any toy.
• The most practical and safe gift option at this age is a soft toy.
• When choosing clothes, be sure to ask your mom for advice!
• You can already start drawing - children really like finger paints, albums, pencils and felt-tip pens.
• For the New Year, be sure to dress up a Christmas tree! Just choose toys that won't break.

Child psychologists advise you to adhere to certain rules that will save you from mistakes when choosing a gift for your baby.

• Adults are often judged in an adult way. And this makes them make the main adult mistake - buying the practical instead of the joyful. Of course, autumn boots are very important, but they are not given for birthday or New Years. This should be what makes the kid happy. Magic and a fairy tale are very important for children, do not deprive them of this happiness with the practicality of an adult.
• Educational toys. This is a stumbling block for many adults, nevertheless, if the toy is matched by age, even if the baby is not yet a little old, it is always relevant and good. It doesn't have to be a complex constructor. Sorter, mosaic, wooden puzzles, a house for dolls, a set for drawing or sculpting - all these are educational toys, and they must be given as gifts.
• An expensive gift is not bad at all, if the parents have the opportunity, and the baby dreams of an expensive toy.
• Disappointment. Not a single parent or adult can be insured from this, there is no need to make tragedies if the child does not like the gift.

When parents think about a gift for their baby, they often think from a practical point of view and consider clothes and shoes as such. If we are talking about parents, then everything is simple, otherwise there is a very high risk of overshooting. Parents' advice is indispensable here. If mom agrees to such a development of events, present her a certificate to the children's supermarket, or go with them to the store. Practical gifts such as:

• linens;
• a set of baby towels;
• dishes for children;
• silver cutlery with engraving.

Another win-win option is a certificate for a photo shoot with a child photographer... Parents will definitely appreciate this gift option. Moreover, not every family can allocate a fairly serious amount from the budget for this item of expenditure.

If you want to present a gift to the child himself, a completely different approach is needed. At this age, the baby already perfectly understands that there is an amazing world around him, full of surprises. Therefore, the emotion of a gift is quite a doable task. This is a good age to learn social skills, so the following options are great:

• dollware;
• a basket with a variety of items - vegetables, fruits, goods like a supermarket;
• a toy knife and objects that can be cut with it;
• professional kits for a doctor, hairdresser, plumber, cook.

If the baby is not yet showing interest in them, choose universal ones:

• swimming books;
• pyramids;
• sorters;
• toys that start;
• musical instruments - guitars and balalaikas, pipes, drums;
• the simplest puzzles;
• constructors for kids;
• cubes;
• Railway;
• dolls;
• cars;
• mosaic;
• games with lacing.

Remember that children are individual, each of them develops according to their own scenario. When choosing a gift, this must be taken into account. On the other hand, even if you were a little in a hurry with the present, the baby will surely grow up to it soon and will definitely appreciate it. The main thing is to pay attention to the quality of the toy - the materials must be safe.

We bring to your attention a list of gifts that will please a kid older than a year and up to about two years of age:

• soft toys, strollers and dolls for girls;
• dollhouse furniture, clothes, dishes;
• cars - different sizes and models, airplanes, helicopters, water transport for boys;
• garages, parking lots, gas stations;
• bike with 3 wheels;
• educational toys;
• large cubes;
• height meters;
• wheelchairs in the form of animals;
• kinetic sand;
• kits for modeling;
• books according to age;
• inflatable pool with balls;
• sandbox sets;
• table and chair for children;
• drawing kits;
• interactive toys;
• Finger paint;
• sets of domestic, wild animals, birds.

About what a child plays at 1.5 years old, see the next video.