{"id":61691,"date":"2025-11-26T18:39:56","date_gmt":"2025-11-26T18:39:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.firstthingsfirst.org\/?post_type=first-things&#038;p=61691"},"modified":"2026-02-04T23:15:52","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T23:15:52","slug":"no-cost-gifts","status":"publish","type":"first-things","link":"https:\/\/www.firstthingsfirst.org\/es\/first-things\/no-cost-gifts\/","title":{"rendered":"No-cost gifts for babies, toddlers and preschoolers this holiday season"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The holidays can bring a lot of joy, and sometimes pressure to buy the \u201cperfect\u201d gift. But the truth is, some of the most meaningful gifts you can give your child don\u2019t cost anything at all. What young children want the most is you\u2014your time, your attention and those everyday moments that help them feel loved and fuel their growing brains. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 24px;\">The gift of your time<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One-on-one time is the foundation of early connection and healthy development. A few minutes of reading, singing, cuddling or talking with your child each day makes a big difference. This works at every age:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Babies: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstthingsfirst.org\/az-new-parent-guide\/caring-for-your-infant\/tummy-time\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tummy time<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, snuggles, simple songs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Toddlers: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstthingsfirst.org\/az-new-parent-guide\/caring-for-your-toddler\/why-playtime-matters-for-toddlers\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">playtime<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, naming what you see and do together<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preschoolers: conversations, simple games, helping you with daily tasks (<strong>TIP:<\/strong> make it fun and silly!)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 24px;\">The gift of play<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This can happen with things you already have at home! You don\u2019t need special toys to spark curiosity, and even <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstthingsfirst.org\/first-things\/pediatricians-say-simple-toys-are-best\/\">pediatricians say<\/a> simple toys are best. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstthingsfirst.org\/first-things\/at-home-activities-for-young-children\/\">Everyday household items<\/a> can lead to hours of fun!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 24px;\">The gift of creativity<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recycled materials make great art supplies and encourage open-ended play, and make for great no-cost gifts. Paper scraps, cardboard tubes (again, the paper towel roll always wins), boxes, catalogs, lids and empty containers can become masterpieces and hours of fun in little hands.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/azpbs.org\/craftivity-videos-for-kids\/\">PBS Arizona&#8217;s Craftivity videos<\/a> for kids are a great place to start if you need ideas for your preschooler.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 24px;\">The gift of movement<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Young children learn through movement, and it can be fun for the whole family!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Infants: Revisit tummy time and try supported sitting, if <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstthingsfirst.org\/resources\/ages-and-stages\/#infants\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">age appropriate<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Toddlers and preschoolers: Help them get their wiggles out through <a href=\"https:\/\/sesameworkshop.org\/resources\/physical-play-important\/\">activities<\/a> <span style=\"font-size: 0.8889rem;\">that encourage motor skill development.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 24px;\">The gift of routine and togetherness<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Everyday tasks can become meaningful moments. Involving children in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstthingsfirst.org\/az-new-parent-guide\/caring-for-your-preschooler\/creating-daily-routines\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">routines<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like setting the table, cooking or sorting laundry helps build independence, early math and language skills\u2014all while bringing calm to a busy season.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 24px;\">Lastly, the gift of stories<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sharing stories is a powerful and no-cost way to build language and connection. Tell your child stories about your own childhood, family traditions or even what they were like as a baby.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstthingsfirst.org\/first-things\/growing-a-reader-from-the-very-beginning\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Infants<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Any story in your voice is perfect.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstthingsfirst.org\/first-things\/when-reading-to-toddlers-books-with-pictures-are-just-right\/\">Toddlers<\/a> and preschoolers: Try making up silly stories together and taking turns adding details.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 24px;\">The best gifts are the simple ones<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most lasting gifts you can give this holiday season are connection, play and shared moments. These no-cost gifts support your child\u2019s learning and strengthen your bond\u2014not just during the holidays, but all year long.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Want even more inspiration? Explore the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstthingsfirst.org\/giftguide\/\">First Things First Gift Guide.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Find simple, free activities that build connection, support early learning and strengthen family bonds.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":70,"featured_media":61693,"template":"","tags":[22,23,38,68,71],"class_list":["post-61691","first-things","type-first-things","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","tag-parenting","tag-child-development","tag-toddlers","tag-infants","tag-preschoolers"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.1 (Yoast SEO v27.1.1) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>No-cost gifts for babies, toddlers and preschoolers<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Discover meaningful, no-cost gifts to give your child this holiday season. 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