What would be a good gift to bring to a bday party for a 1-yr old boy?

[HappyGrace]

We have to attend a party for a 1yr old boy-what should we bring? My kids are older now, so I have NO clue. Thinking in the $20 price range (but it would be good if it would *look* more $$$ for this particular family-they are materialistic) Thanks!

[Mergath]

I'd go with a couple of simple board books, or maybe some nice wooden blocks.

[athena1277]

I like to give Little People for 1st birthdays. They come in a range of prices, so they can fit most budgets.

[Plink]

My kids loved to crawl/toddle after the balls from this toy when they were little. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00009YOQK/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00009YOQK&linkCode=as2&tag=libhilhou-20

[Desert Rat]

I always give bath toys for first birthdays. There are some really cute ones made by Fisher Price in your price range.

[Catwoman]

If the family is materialistic, go to Toys R Us and find something on sale from Fisher-Price or Playskool, and make your purchasing decision based solely on whichever toy comes in the biggest, most colorful box.

 

I know that sounds awful, but it'll probably turn out to be a fun toy anyway, and you'll look like a generous gift-giver at the party.

[Flowing Brook]

For a one year old a box filled with ribbons and bows.

Seriously maybe some wooden blocks or a soft stuffed animal.

[SailorMom]

Books!!!

[Ghee]

If the family is materialistic, go to Toys R Us and find something on sale from Fisher-Price or Playskool, and make your purchasing decision based solely on whichever toy comes in the biggest, most colorful box.

 

I know that sounds awful, but it'll probably turn out to be a fun toy anyway, and you'll look like a generous gift-giver at the party.

 

 

Lol

 

I would also add that you should factor in how much you like the parents. The more annoying I find the parents, the louder and more battery draining the toys become. My personal favorite gift was a toy I gave to an ex's baby for her first birthday. The baby he had with a girl he had seen behind my back while we dated (though, thankfully, this baby came along well after our breakup). I had gotten it for free, but it was so loud and lit up...no way was I giving it to my kid! It was new in the box, and I DID buy a great big gift bag full of batteries to keep that puppy running for a long time :p

 

 

People who haven't irritated me, I go gentle on :) Books, a sweet DVD, an outfit, a plushie or cute/not noisy toy set....

[Eagle]

I always give books. For a one year old I would get Make Way for Ducklings and a little ducky toy.

[linders]

A 6-pack of Mike's for the parents?

[Julie Smith]

Books. Nice board books, or and audio book such as Jim Weiss night time fall asleep stories.

 

And depending on the parent perhaps the read aloud handbook.

[HappyGrace]

ROFL at Ghee, catwoman and linders!!!!!!!!!

 

Books won't work, although that is usually my go to gift for kids-because for the shower they had everyone bring a book and made a huge basket, PLUS the shower givers contributed a bunch more.

 

Soooo....I guess I'll have to go w/ Catwoman's suggestion-it fits this family PERFECTLY!!!!!!!! Thanks, everyone!

[mmeblue]

My 1-year-old LOVES her Learn & Groove Musical Table: http://www.amazon.com/LeapFrog-Learn-Groove-Musical-Table/dp/B003NX72D4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1365335065&sr=8-1&keywords=musical+activity+table Right now the price on Amazon is $32, so it may be more than you want to spend, but it is seriously a favorite toy (and it was for my older daughter as well).

 

On the other hand, a large ball will be quite beloved by a 1-year-old, looks "big," and doesn't cost much at all!

[Lara in Colo]

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