Giving Tree

Giving Tree Ideas

Clothing: Newborn-sized clothing, such as onesies, sleepers, and outfits, are always in demand. It's often helpful to include a mix of sizes, as babies grow quickly.
Diapers and Wipes: Diapers are a necessity for all newborns. Including a variety of sizes is a good idea, as babies quickly outgrow the newborn size. Baby wipes are also a useful and appreciated addition.
Baby Blankets: Soft, warm baby blankets are ideal for keeping newborns cozy. Look for hypoallergenic materials to ensure they are safe for sensitive skin.
Feeding Supplies: Bottles, bibs, and formula are essential for newborn feeding. Bottle cleaning brushes and sterilizers are also useful.
Toys and Books: Soft toys suitable for infants, such as rattles and plush animals, can be a wonderful gift. Board books are great for encouraging early literacy and bonding during reading time.

Educational Toys: Toys that encourage learning and development, such as shape sorters, simple puzzles, and building blocks, are great for toddlers. These toys help develop fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, and hand-eye coordination.
Books: Board books or picture books with simple stories and vibrant illustrations are perfect for this age group. Reading to toddlers fosters language development, listening skills, and a love for books.
Art Supplies: Non-toxic crayons, washable markers, large paper pads, and finger paints are wonderful for encouraging creativity and artistic expression in toddlers. It's important to choose art supplies that are safe and suitable for their age.
Ride-on Toys: Small ride-on toys that toddlers can push with their feet help develop gross motor skills and provide a fun way for them to get around.
Musical Instruments: Simple musical instruments like drums, xylophones, or tambourines can be both entertaining and educational. They help toddlers with rhythm, motor skills, and sensory development.
Winter clothing and accessories: Waterproof mittens and gloves, hats and boots are always useful for keeping young explorers warm while outside in the elements.

STEM Kits: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) kits are excellent for this age range. They encourage learning and exploration, with options ranging from simple experiments to more complex projects like robotics or coding kits.
Sports Equipment: Items like soccer balls, basketballs or skateboards are great for physical activity and motor skills development. They also encourage outdoor play and can be a fun way for kids to engage in sports.
Craft and DIY Kits: Arts and crafts kits, such as jewelry making, pottery, painting sets, or model building kits, cater to creative interests and can be adapted to various skill levels.
Board Games and Puzzles: These are great for encouraging strategic thinking, problem-solving, and are also a fun way for families to spend time together. There's a wide range of options suitable for different ages and interests.
Books and Educational Games: Depending on the child's reading level, books can range from early readers to more advanced novels. Educational video games that promote learning in areas like math, science, or language arts can also be both fun and beneficial.
Winter clothing and accessories: Waterproof mittens and gloves, hats and boots are always useful for keeping young explorers warm while outside in the elements.