This list is intended for : 1. Non-parents who are looking for alternative gift ideas for a child 2. Non-parents who are told by parents to stop buying toys for their children, and are now panicking because Christmas rush has begun! 3. Parents who are tired of putting away hundreds of toys and trinkets scattered around the house, everyday, and are looking for other ways to entertain their kids.
If you are one of the above, you’re welcome. Don’t get me wrong, we are not anti-toys. In fact, we love toys! We believe that toys are essential to the development of a child and that playing is the best way to learn concepts. However, we also believe that the best way for a child to learn is through imaginative play. Therefore, we are quite selective in the toys we give our child. As much as possible, we get toys that are open-ended, of good quality, and should match his development stage. This way, he does not get overwhelmed, and we don’t get stressed out from too much clutter. So, with this, we totally understand parents when they say, “Please, don’t give my child a toy for Christmas, your presence and genuine concern is more than enough”. This is probably their way of saying, “We have too many toys already”, or “We know what toy suits him best at this stage, so, just get him anything but a toy” or “My child won’t play with that because she likes non-toys like tissue paper and boxes.”
So, if you are currently dealing with this holiday dilemma, here are some ideas to guide you in your gift -giving, if you want to be more creative than just giving cash.
BOOKS
Handmade Busy Books
( Bright Little Minds ) Price starts at P1,700
2. Board Books
(The Kiddie Korner by Miko and Marco) P125 (free gift wrapping service!)
3. Bible Stories
( The Kiddie Korner by Miko and Marco) P325
4. Activity Books
( The Kiddie Korner by Miko and Marco) P570
5. Sticker Books
( National Bookstore) Starts at P200
Experiences
Tickets to Manila Ocean Park
Price Starts at P595 / head
Tickets to The Mind Museum
On Sale now at P675 on Klook!
Kidzania Manila Passes
Get it from Klook for P900 ( Special Offer for Philippine users: Get PHP150 off with a min. purchase of PHP2,000 using promo code TRIPNATIN valid until 31 Dec 2019 )
Kidzoona Passes
Price starts at P200
Active Fun Passes
Price starts at P200
Dream Play Tickets
Price starts at P680 ( children below 80cm enter for free!)
Tickets to The Dessert Museum
Price starts at 699
Tickets to Art in Island Museum
On sale now at Klook for only P430
Tickets to Upside Down Museum
Price starts at P450 (Children 3yo and below enter for free)
Admission Tickets to Lakbay Museo
P599 at Klook!
Lessons
Swimming Lessons (Bert Lozada)
Price starts at P5,000
Music Lessons (School of Rock)
Fee starts at around P5,000
Soccer Training (Manila Soccer Academy)
for kids 3-17 years old – Fee starts at P6,000
Art Classes (KIT101 Art)
for kids 4 years old and up – Trial class starts at P888
Cooking Classes (CCA Manila – Young Chefs Bootcamp)
contact CCA for details.
Clothes
Uniqlo Airism Mesh Top
starts at P590
Uniqlo Basic Cotton Shirt
P390
H&M 5-pack Basics
P999
Zara Kids Basics
P645 (you may shop online at Zara Philippines!)
Little Luli Genderless Jumpsuits
P950
Arts and Crafts
Palm Grip Crayons – Starts at P500 in Shoppee
Washable Crayons – P130 in Shoppee
Washable Markers – P240 in Shoppee
Crayola Silly Scents Mini Art Case – P1,699.75 in Lazada
Washable Kids’ Paint – P350 in Lazada
Water Color Set – P399 in Lazada
Play-doh Set – P750 in Lazada
Slime Kit – P260 in Lazada
Bruin My Play Table for Kids – P2,499.75 in Lazada
Coloring Book – starts at P200 in National Bookstore
Bed, bath, and other essentials
Kiddie Sit and Sleep
Starts at 1,499.75 in Uratex
Travel Blanket
Starts at P550 from Ash and Muff
Bath Towel
P600 from Ash and Muff
Drawstring Backpack
P400 from Ash and Muff
Toddler Bag
P595 from Something Personal PH
Bean Bag
Starts at P1,595 from Fun Nest PH
Healthy Snacks
Starts at P365 from The Wander Mommy Shop
Bean Bag Chair
P2,495 from Fun Nest PH
Kid Kanteen Water Bottle
P1,395 from The Wander Mommy Shop
Tiger Soup Cup
P1,750 from Milk and Honey PH
Big- Ticket Gifts
Family Vacation
If you are planning a trip to Hokkaido for Christmas, check this post out for some tips. CLICK HERE
Savings Account
Here’s a guide to the best savings accounts for kids in the Philippines. Thanks, Moneymax.ph!
Age limit: 0 to 12 years old
Initial deposit requirement: PHP 100
Minimum maintaining balance: PHP 100
Maintaining balance to earn interest: PHP 2,000 (0.25% interest rate)
Why it’s great for children:
- Comes with a passbook
- Children between 7 to 12 years old may request for a personalized BDO EMV Debit Card upon reaching a deposit balance of PHP 2,000
- Existing BDO accounts can transfer money to a BDO Junior Savers Account through online banking. A unique perk as compared to other savings accounts for kids in the Philippines.
Learn more about BDO Junior Savers Account here.
Life Insurance Policy (Education Plan)
Check out: Philam Life , AXA , Prulife UK, FWD, Sunlife and Manulife.
Apple Watch Series 5
P23,990 at Apple
Nikon Coolpix W100
P11,000 in Lazada
We hope this helped you organize your shopping list. Keep in mind that by giving the gift of experience and essentials, you are bringing more joyful memories and less stress in a family home- and that is something no amount of money can buy. Happy Holidays!
Wunderbugs 
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