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Teach Your Children to Choose Their Own Father's Day Gifts

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Letting The Kids Take Responsibility for Celebrating the Day

As Father's Day approaches, consider letting your kids to choose their own gifts for dad. These five questions can help you teach your children how to think about and choose their own creative, fun, and meaningful gifts.
  1. What does dad like to do?
    Does dad have any hobbies or interests that point toward appropriate Father's Day gifts?

    Consider:
    • Fishing lures
    • A model car
    • A magazine subscription

  2. What do dad and I like to do together?
    A gift that relates to the fun times you've shared lets your dad know that you treasure those times together.

    Consider:
    • Sports equipment
    • Tickets to a sporting event or concert
    • A DVD of a movie you've seen together

  3. What's a special memory we share?
    Dads love to be reminded of special memories.

    Consider:
    • A framed photograph
    • A shadow box filled with pictures, drawings, and mementos
    • A drawing or story that illustrates a special memory

  4. What does dad need?
    Sometimes a great Father's Day gift idea stems from something dad really needs.

    Consider:
    • Phone accessories
    • Automotive accessories
    • Cooking utensils/kitchenware

  5. Is there anything I'd like to give dad from my heart?
    Gifts from the hear are the best gifts of all.

    Consider:
    • Writing a letter
    • Making an audio CD of your favorite songs
    • Baking his favorite cookies
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