Christmas 2010 gifts for children

When Christmas comes around this year, many are going to have to be frugal with their spending. The following are some inexpensive gifts you can consider for your children.

Value DVD

You will find a wide range of value kids’ DVDs for approximately $5 at discount sources such as Target and online at websites like Amazon. You will even find cheaper offerings at times. For instance, some stores sell $2 DVDs on Black Friday. At that price, you could even get a few DVDs and have a frugal gift. They offer DVDs in this price range for all different ages and preferences of children. christmas gifts

Books

There are many books that are very reasonable, and this can make a nice gift for a child. You can buy a paperbook fiction book from an author that you know your child loves. Also, stores such as Borders have an extensive “bargain book” section. In addition to fiction books, you will find many activity kits that make great books. They have puzzle books, brainteaser books, sticker books and craft books. These can also be educational. Many of them cost less than $10. You can also include other inexpensive items like a bookmark. christmas ornaments

Shopping spree at the dollar store

Many kids would like to choose out their own gifts. If you do not have a lot of money to give, however, you might worry that it will not go far. It can at the dollar store, however. For instance, you can take your child to the dollar store and say that he or she can pick out ten items. That will seem like a lot to your child but it will only set you back $10. This might be fun for them to go down the aisles and be able to pick out so many things. Alternatively, you could go yourself and make a gift basket of items from the store. They have a lot for $10 including little toys, hair accessories, coloring books and more. christmas flower arrangements

T-shirt

If the child likes clothing (and not all do) then you can get him or her a nice graphic t-shirt. These can often be purchased for under$10 at many sources. For instance, if it is a girl and she likes the Disney princesses, then you can get her a princess shirt. These often go on sale for $5. You can get a boy a superhero t-shirt from a source such as Target. Try to pick a character you know that he or she likes. You could also get a nice baseball cap instead.

If you are on a tight budget for the 2010 Christmas season, it doesn’t mean that you can’t get your child something special. Consider the above ideas when selecting your gifts.