Gift Ideas
Gift Ideas: Looking for a gift for your high school graduate? Here are 50 ideas organized by price
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Big Ticket Items (Price is no object)
Vacation or travel tour
Car
Money
Laptop computer
Stock or CD
Cell phone complete with a paid plan
Furniture - Great gift for the college graduate who is moving out of mom and dad's house.
Small refrigerator - A very useful gift for the teen who will be living in a dorm room at college.
Mid-Priced Items (Priced $51 - $250)
Briefcase
Clothing gift card
Watch
Microwave
Toaster oven - This appliance is useful for college dorm living, especially if the student is not allowed microwaves in his/her dorm room.
Set of luggage
A package from a resume writing service - Excellent gift for the teen who will be looking for a job or a college graduate.
Camera
Television
DVD player
IPod
Recorder and cassettes for lectures
Bookshelf
Pure gold or silver coin with graduate year on it
Stereo
Printer
Tool box with basic tools
Engraved jewelry
Personalized graduation item
Money tree
Money clip complete with money
Wallet with some money
Economical Gifts (Priced under $50)
Book about future field of study or career
Devotional
Self-help Book
Inspirational book
Photo album filled with memories
Address book filled with friend's addresses and phone numbers
Fill a laundry basket with laundry soap, fabric softener or dryer sheets, roll of quarters and directions on how to separate your laundry - Perfect gift for the teen who is moving out or going to college.
A piece of luggage
Resume writing books
Set of sheets
Picture frames with pictures of high school years
Organizer or planner
Desk accessories
Umbrella
Iron
Coffee maker
Hot pot
Footlocker
Jump drive
Phone card
Article Source:
parentingteens.about.com - Articles About 50 Graduation Gifts
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Christmas Gifts for Teens
If your teenager isn't into the latest computer game craze or have an ongoing hobby, it can be difficult finding ideas for Christmas gifts. Friends and relatives always begin asking long before I even have any Christmas gift ideas of things to give my children myself.Here is a list of things you can get for that are bound to be a hit with any teenager, followed by a list of gift tips for specific items. If you have any more ideas for Christmas gifts, please feel free to email them to me. See also my list of last minute ideas and free stocking stuffer coupons.
Big Ticket Gift Ideas (Price is no object)
Vacation or travel tour
Car
Money
Television VCR/DVD Combos
Laptop computer
Stock or CD with The Motley Fool Investment Guide for Teens
Cell phone complete with a paid plan
Furniture
Skis and equipment
Snowboard equipment
IPod or MP3 Player
Digital camera
Stereo
Clothes
Jeans
Sweaters
Boots
Ski jackets
Ski pants
Scarves
Hats
Gloves
Socks
Slippers For current style trends see About.com's Teen Fashion site.
Gift Ideas For Girls Only
Barrettes
Headbands
Necklace
Earrings
Bracelet
Perfume
Make-up
Gift Ideas For Boys Only
Favorite team items
Necklace
Cologne or aftershave
Suit and tie
Medium Price Range Gift Ideas (Priced between $50 - $250)
Gifts for Your Teen's Room
Watches
Video games
Video game equipment
Ticket to a concert
Ticket to a sports game
Gift certificate to favorite store or restaurant
CD Player
DVD Player
Economical Gift Ideas (Priced under $50)
Self-help and inspirational books
Devotionals
Calendar
Picture frame or empty photo album
Body pillow or decorative pillows for their bed
Desk accessories
Hobby equipment
Framed print or poster for his/her bedroom wall
Cell phone case
Movie Tickets
A piece for their collection
Journal or Diary
Board game
Funky puzzles - 3D puzzles
Hope Chest Items
Items such as dishes or small appliances are wonderful for an older teenager who is looking to be out own their own in one or two years.
Sheet set
Kitchen gadgets
Towel set
Gift Tip #1: Money for College Funds
If you have a fund set up for your teenager for college this is a good time to let people know it. I've set up the TAP program for my daughters and I have given the account number to my parents, my husbands parents, and anyone who asks! This keeps them from buying huge toys that are just not used.
Gift Tip #2: About buying Books
Even if your teenager isn't an avid reader, there are some great books out right now that might tempt them to become one. The Chicken Soup for a Teenager Soul series is absolutely excellent, Harry Potter makes life a fantasy, and Judy Blume's books have not gone out of style.
Gift Tip #3: Your Time
One-on-one time is very valuable and can be the most important gift you give your teen. Make a date with your teenager for lunch and shopping or dinner and a movie. If you have more than one child, make a date with each one separately. Give them your attention for Christmas. If you're looking for things to do, try this list.
Article Source:
parentingteens.about.com