By Stephanie F. Esguerra
Still wracking your brains what to give to your child as a graduation present? Don’t know what your options are or don’t have time to spare to scour malls for the perfect gift?
We’ve come up with 14 gift suggestions for your graduate as he moves up to the next academic level. Check out our recommended toys, books, games and more by clicking through the image gallery below.


2. Real Hugs Microwaveable Lavender-Scented Tummy, P980
Instead of your regular teddy bear, this huggable stuffed toy comes with a soothing lavender-scented tummy, perfect for lulling your little one to sleep. What’s even better about this toy is that you can microwave the removable herbal seed-filled tummy for that nice, toasty hug. Available at National Bookstore

3. How to Cartoon, P789
Kids with a love for comics and animated series will love this book on how to cartoon. It comes with a 96-page instructional book, sheets of blank paper, sheets of tracing paper, colored pencils, a gel pen and sharpener. Available at Powerbooks

4. Doodle Do!, P275
Unleash your child’s inner Picasso and give him this unique book that lets him finish drawings. From giving wacky hairstyles to making scary characters, creating the world’s tastiest sandwich, to drawing animals spotted in a safari, this gift will boost your child’s imagination and develop his creativity. Available at Powerbooks


6. SpongeBob Laptop, P3,499.75
Everyone’s favorite sponge becomes a handy educational helper with this laptop that practices your child’s skills in rhyming and spelling, addition and subtraction, logic and sequence, as well as creative play. Press the power button and this laptop comes to life with SpongeBob’s lively voice. Available at Toy Kingdom

7. Bill Bryson’s “A Really Short History of Nearly Everything”, P840
Using a narrative style, this book discusses key events in scientific history, from the Big Bang to the rise of civilization. All this is presented in an entertaining manner for young readers and curious tots. Available at Fully Booked


9. Rainbow Islands PSP Game, P999.75
This game which was popular during the Family Computer days takes on a different level as it gets reconfigured for the PSP. Featuring an all-new storyline, modernized 3D graphics, and 10 new islands to explore, this game is perfect for your little girl. Available at Toy Kingdom


11. Spider-sense Spiderman Trike, P699.75
No need to have super hero powers to feel like one. This trike featuring Spidey lets your boys experience speed and that adrenaline rush. Just make sure to keep his head, elbows and knees protected with the right gear. Available at Toy Kingdom


Stephanie F. Esguerra, Senior Staffwriter of www.smartparenting.com.ph





