Great Valentines Gifts for Teens
Valentines Day is just around the corner, and people are beginning to think about how they are going to celebrate this lovely holiday. This holiday is especially important for teens because the world of love and romance is so new. Often, a teen needs a little something special from their parents to remind them that they are loved and special.
Sometimes a teen is involved in an exciting new relationship, and is looking for the perfect way to commemorate young romantic love. No matter which category your teen falls into, the rules remain the same.
The first rule of Valentines is simplicity. Teens are young yet. They have a lot of life in front of them, and many more relationships to enjoy before they become involved in a serious relationship. Also, teens have limited earning power. For these reasons, simple is better. A single rose is very appropriate. This gift gives them something to look forward to as they mature and receive their first dozen roses. Also, a single rose sends the message of love without over extending a teenage budget.
Another fun idea would be to place the rose in the arms of a stuffed animal. Choose an animal that has significant meaning for the receiver, like a plush representation of their nickname, or something that represents their hobby or interest. Teddy bears are always nice, but if your teen is on the swim team a floppy fish might seem more personal.
The second rule of Valentines is homemade. Simple gifts that have been made by hand are loaded with emotion. They speak volumes because the giver cares enough to invest a lot of time into the making of the perfect gift. Ideas for homemade gifts may include an original poem, a handmade card, a CD mix that illustrates the character of the relationship, or a batch of treats made especially with them in mind.
The third rule is time. Nothing says, “You are important to me,” like the gift of undivided time. You don’t have to do something fancy but spending one on one time focused completely on each other is a great gift. If you live in a warmer climate a picnic is always intimate and fun. If February finds you bundled up inside, then have an indoor picnic on a blanket spread before a fireplace.
Play a game together. Give a board game as a gift and then spend the evening playing it together. Or if electronic games are more your style then battle it out on the wii. Another fun idea is to spend the evening shopping for ingredients and cooking a meal together. Spending time in the kitchen is a great way to have fun and communicate.
The fourth rule is personal. Sometimes it is tempting to run into the store on the way to meet your teen and buy the item placed strategically by the store on an end cap where it will grab your attention. I suppose these kinds of gifts are better than showing up empty handed, but they wreak generic, and you teen will be able to see right through them. Take the time to personalize your gift. Give it some pizzazz and personality. Putting a little bit of effort will make the gift all that more meaningful.
For example, instead of giving the standard red rose, choose a Gerbera daisy and then write a card that says, “Every petal reminds me of something special that I love about you!” And then list the qualities that you find noteworthy or attractive and have the number of qualities match the number of petals on the flower. A heart shaped box of chocolates is nice, but placing a photograph of the two of you inside the lid, so that the lid becomes a frame makes it even more meaningful.
So, this Valentines Day give your teen something that says, “You are important and special to me.”
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