I am not facing anything that would be daunting for most people, the food is not an issue (potluck lunch, finger food), there are only 4 people I need to buy for because my partner takes care of the ones in their family.

In other words it's me that's the problem. But spending time with my family at xmas is very important to me especially at the moment. I don't always get to do it and I haven't seen them for months.

I just wish I had more to draw on in terms of finding/buying/making a few presents. What do primary school age kids even want these days (apart from hundreds of dollars worth of lego?)

[–] Dave 2 points 11 months ago (1 children)

Ah sorry, I can't imagine how taxing it would be for you.

What do primary school age kids even want these days (apart from hundreds of dollars worth of lego?)

Have you considered $15 of lego?

Lego is always our go to when someone asks what the kids want, as we know it will still be getting played with for years to come and it comes with a budget range to suit almost anyone. From $10-$15 right up to thousands.

However, what the kids want is pretty much anything branded with a TV show/movie they want. Have you tried asking the parent? Some kids love art supplies, which can be inexpensive. The warehouse also sells craft kits, where you can sometimes find good stuff (the range seems to change). Thinks like paint your own rocket/unicorn, make your own bouncy ball, spirograph, etc. Kmart have similar stuff as well. Most of the kits are in the $8-$20 range. This will depend on the kid, though. Some are more into art than others. Probably best to ask parents (though we are normally struggling for our own ideas). All three of mine are into puzzles at the moment, but that can be fleeting.

[–] liv 2 points 11 months ago

No dice with the parents. I bought a book yesterday so am feeling less panicked. I think you're right, I should top it off with some lego. Thanks!