At Christmas, give experiences: 19 gift ideas that your children will like more than toys

Christmas is a time to give away, and the Magi work tirelessly so that all children can see their wishes fulfilled. But in these holidays we should do the exercise of looking more at pure consumerism, and that is why it is important not to hyper-gift to our children and teach them the true value of Christmas.

Today we want to propose a series of ideas, which are not toys, to give as gifts. All these proposals have a common denominator: spend quality time with our children, and enjoy the wonderful gift of being together.

1) Spend a day at an amusement park

Amusement parks are guaranteed fun, but the fees to enter many of them are not always within reach of all budgets. Therefore, a good idea might be to replace Christmas toys with a family pass to your child's favorite amusement park.

Adrenaline, excitement, fun and many adventures together they will make the day a wonderful and hard to forget experience.

2) Season ticket to enjoy the theater

Taking the children to the theater is a fabulous activity, which also brings multiple benefits: develop their imagination, learn values, improve their ability to concentrate and have a fun time.

Surely in your municipality there is a theater directed exclusively to the little ones. If so, ask about the possibility of taking out a seasonal bonus to go to all the premieres and surprise your children with this great gift.

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3) Go to a musical or show

There is a lot of leisure offer beyond an afternoon of cinema and popcorn, so be sure to inform yourself about children's shows to give to your children. Surely you surprise them!

Dance shows, ice skating (such as Disney on Ice), magic shows (such as the Adrián Conde show), musicals (such as The Lion King), acrobatics circus (such as Circlassica) ... the list Plans are endless and you will spend a fantastic afternoon enjoying with your family.

4) Visit the museums of your city

Going to museums with children is a wonderful plan that, however, is not always taken into account as a leisure alternative. But visit museums (of art, science, nature ...) It encourages the development of children and opens the possibility of discovering many more details of the world around them.

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5) Cooking classes for children

What child does not like to help his parents in the kitchen? Knead, mix ingredients, bake ... in short, be the perfect "pinche". If your child is one who enjoys helping to prepare family meals, gift a cooking course for children.

There are many companies that have specialized in this sector of the population, combining the playful activity that cooking means for children, with education in healthy eating.

6) Surprise with an original workshop

Another great idea may be that of surprise your child with an original and fun workshop; of those that nobody expects, or that we can't think of as a leisure plan.

Workshops of pottery, magic, technology, cinema, body expression ... blow your imagination and let your little one gape! Surely there are very interesting options in your city to give away this Christmas.

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7) Initiation classes to circus arts

More and more schools are including circus art classes in their extracurricular activities. And is that "Circus" is not only fun for children, but it helps them develop their psychomotor skills, while working on other aspects such as discipline, companionship and creativity.

If your child has never had a chance to start in circus art, a great Christmas gift could be one year of classes at a circus school, where he will learn to juggle, balance and all kinds of stunts. He will love it!

8) Learn together to play an instrument

Can you imagine how fun and enriching it should be learn with your child to play a musical instrument? Experts agree that learning music together reinforces the bond between parents and children, as well as being a wonderful activity to share our time.

Find out about music schools in your city that offer children the possibility to learn an instrument in the company of their parents. And if you do not find this option, there is always the possibility of doing workshops or musical conferences as a family.

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9) Watch your favorite team live

Is your little one a fan of football, handball or any other sport? Are you one of those who enjoy watching a game on television, dressed in the shirts of your favorite team?

Well imagine how impressive it should be for a child to visit the stadium of his team and watch a game from the stands. Without a doubt an exciting experience that you will love to live together!

10) Give experiences in nature

Conduct environmental workshops, collaborate in the care of animals on a farm, learn about birds, insects or aromatic herbs, or be part of the programs of urban gardens that start up the town halls.

There are countless activities related to the environment that we can give to our children, and many of them we can even enjoy as a family.

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11) Make a route on horseback

Children and animals form a perfect binomial, and usually, the idea of ​​spending time together usually excites the little ones. Dogs, cats and other pets are available to anyone, but what face would your child put on if you surprise him with a horseback ride?

The horse or pony routes (depending on the age of the child), they are safe if they are made in specialized places, and a different and special leisure alternative. The monitors will give you the precise instructions to enjoy the ride, it is not necessary to have previous riding experience.

12) Practice family skiing

Skiing is an ideal sport to enjoy together, and this is the perfect season to do it. Children love snow and have great ease in learning to ski, so why not give this experience?

If you have never had the opportunity to ski as a family, inform yourself at any ski resort. Many have familiar spaces for the little ones that will make this activity even more fun, if possible.

13) A day of adventures

And if your child likes adventure and emotion, try to surprise him with one of these great ideas: a children's paintball session, a karting circuit for children, a day of adventure in the trees, caving, zip lines, climbing ...

There is no better way to download adrenaline, release tensions and enjoy a stunning family day; Don't you think

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14) A camping weekend

Maybe you are already expert campers and are used to spending your holidays in tents or motorhomes. But if this is not the case, I assure you that your children will be speechless when you surprise them with a weekend camping.

Camping in a natural park enabled for this is a wonderful adventure that children will enjoy greatly, and a unique way to connect with nature and enjoy time together. It will certainly be a weekend that you will remember a lifetime!

15) Make a "laughter therapy" workshop

Laughter is fundamental in our life and should never be lacking. Although laughing is something that children constantly do - and that adults should copy -, it's never enough to laugh out loud for a long time.

That is the main objective of the laughter therapy workshops: to deshinibir, laugh, enjoy and connect emotionally with those around us. If you have the opportunity, I advise you to try this type of workshops in the company of your children, and you will always remember the experience with a smile on your lips.

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16) A weekend in a rural house with grandparents

Spending time with grandparents is something that they should be able to do all the children often, But it is not always possible. The accelerated pace of life we ​​live or the fact of living in different cities, often makes grandparents and grandchildren unable to enjoy mutual company.

If this is your case, consider giving your child leisure time with his grandparents; Surely it is an idea that both your little one and the grandparents will remember forever with great affection and emotion.

17) Enjoy a family spa

The spas and spas don't have to be a plan exclusively for adults. In fact, many of these enclosures will incorporate into their programs children's activities so that parents and children can enjoy together a plan as relaxed as this.

Hydrotherapy is a sensory experience that stimulates the brain and physical development of children while having fun, and a unique experience that you will love living in family.

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18) Give a magical pajama party

Sometimes the simplest things are the ones that excite children the most. And I say it especially for my daughter, who has been telling me for days that "her biggest dream in life would be to organize a pajama party with friends." Said and done.

Surprise your little one with a magical night at home in the company of two or three trusted friends, although if you prefer you can also do it exclusively among your family. Clear any room in your home and turn it into a magical place to dream and enjoy: with teepees or tents, lights, blankets and sleeping bags. Laughter and emotion will be assured!

19) Collaborate with an NGO

And we don't want to end our review of "experiences" without recommending an activity that will penetrate deeply into everyone’s hearts, and it will teach us to value life more and what we have: Collaborate with an NGO or any other entity that may require our help.

This solidarity action may include, for example: visiting an animal protection center and being interested in its operation, participating in a solidarity market, being part of a coral that visits nursing homes or sick people ...

Search your municipality if there is an opportunity to participate with your child in some kind of solidarity activity. Also in the NGO "You need" you will find several publications about it.

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