04.08.2026
Ho, ho, ho! Every year at this time, my sleigh fills up with presents, and the elves’ workshop is working almost non-stop. Over the centuries, I’ve had the chance to see which gifts bring the biggest smiles to children’s faces. So if you’re wondering what present to choose for a child, let me share my experience with you.
It’s not always the most expensive present that turns out to be the best. The most valuable gifts are those that spark the imagination, encourage spending time together and help children discover new passions. It’s precisely these kinds of presents that most often find their way into my sack.
I love watching children who can build a castle, a spaceship or their very own city from just a few building blocks. Toys that foster creativity never go out of fashion.
My favourite gifts include:
Such gifts teach patience, develop manual skills and encourage children to create their own stories.
Children still love a good story. A well-chosen book can take a young reader on an extraordinary journey, spark their curiosity about the world and expand their vocabulary.
For the very youngest, books with beautiful illustrations and short stories work a treat. Older children happily reach for adventure novels, fantasy or popular science books.
Reading together is even more valuable. It’s one of the most wonderful gifts a parent can give their child.
Even elves know that after all those Christmas gingerbread biscuits, it’s worth getting a bit of exercise. That’s why I often choose gifts that encourage children to be physically active, such as:
Outdoor activity supports a child’s development, improves fitness and teaches healthy habits.
In my little cottage, we often organise board game evenings. The elves love a bit of friendly competition, and Mrs Claus always makes hot chocolate.
Board games teach logical thinking, planning, cooperation and how to manage emotions. Most importantly, they’re a brilliant way to spend time together, without screens or rushing about. It’s a gift that the whole family can enjoy.
Not every child dreams of yet another toy. Some children prefer to ask questions and discover the world’s mysteries.
For young scientists, the following make excellent choices:
Gifts like these show that science can be a fascinating adventure.
Music can be heard in my workshop all year round. The elves play bells, violins and guitars. Learning to play an instrument and seeing the first results brings a great deal of joy.
A keyboard, ukulele, guitar or small drum kit can spark a passion, whilst developing memory, concentration and motor coordination.
Modern technology is part of everyday life these days, and there’s nothing wrong with that, provided it’s used sensibly.
Educational tablets, cameras for children, coding kits and smart robots can support a child’s development – provided they complement other activities rather than being the only form of activity.
Let me let you in on Santa’s biggest secret. After every Christmas Eve, I quietly return to certain homes and peek through the windows. Do you know what children remember most?
Not the brand of the toy. Not the size of the box. Not the number of presents. The most beautiful memories are made up of moments spent together – baking gingerbread together, building castles with building blocks, reading books, playing family board games or taking that first ride on a new bike.
It is precisely these moments that stay with children for a lifetime.
To finish off, I’ll leave you with a few tips that I’ve been following for hundreds of years when preparing Christmas presents:
Ho, ho, ho! I hope my tips will help you find a present that brings genuine joy. Because the magic of Christmas isn’t in the number of presents under the tree, but in a child’s smile and the moments spent with loved ones. And it’s precisely these memories that are the most precious gift you can give.
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