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Suggestions for Celebrating and Gift Ideas for 5Th Grade Graduation
Asked by C.M. from Austin
on May 28, 2009
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My 11 year old son is graduating from the 5th grade next week (going into middle school next year). I would like to celebrate by doing someting special for him. Sugges...
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- Our daughter had a pool party for her son. He and about four of his friends enjoyed a hot dog feast after their swim. I don't remember any gifts but he really liked L...
- Our daughter attended a sleep over on the last day of school. They were so excited. The parents all went over and had dinner with all of them. The photos are so cute t...
- My son is 11 and in 6th grade-he loves Incredible Pizza in pasadena. In terms of gifts, depending on what you wnat to spend, my son LOVES his Ipod touch-good luck!
Wedding Gift
Asked by A.W. from Dallas
on May 16, 2008
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Hello! We were invited to a wedding shower and a wedding. I'm not able to attend either because our schedule is pretty much full this time of year...but I would like...
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- I agree with Denise!
- You only need to give one gift for the wedding shower and if you don't even know her then I would give just $50.00. As for the graduation gifts it really depends on h...
- A $50.00 gift card to Bed Bath and Beyond or Linen's N Things is always a good gift. It was one of my favorite gifts.
Graduation Gift Ideas
Asked by S.R. from San Francisco
on May 20, 2009
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This isn't exactly a parenting question, but often you all have such great ideas, I'm hoping someone out there can help.
My brother is 35 and completing his master's ...
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- Hi S., I am a Creative Memories Consultant and we have a wonderful paper album called Wishes and Dreams. It is a 16-page album that comes with an envelope and you ca...
- Social workers usually have a pretty big case load and often times have cases in court. I would get him a nice briefcase to carry his files around in.
- When I graduated from college my sister bought me a great suit to wear to the ceremony and I wore to every interview I had afterwards. It is still my go to for suits....
Need Grad Gift for Neighbor
Asked by J.P. from Chicago
on June 18, 2009
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My neighbor has invited us to her daughter's hs graduation party. We're not close, just friendly when we see each other. They got my son a small welcome gift when he...
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- cash!!!! kids always have a big purchase for college, whether its a laptop, nice alarm clock, good backpack, etc
- A student going away to school always can use cash. A gift card is always nice also. We always have just given cash. When my son graduated a year ago we were very ...
- Cash is always king! They will be away from home or at home commuting, either way they'll need some serious moolah. I used to just slip the kids money because they'd r...
Fundraising Ideas for School Class
Asked by J.M. from Denver
on August 8, 2009
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Hello Creative and Resourceful Mom’s,
My question is: Do you know of any ingenious fundraisers for a high school class to do? My daughter is a sophomore at a ver...
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- As a teacher, I know that it is very difficult for kids to do fundraisers, esp. in a small town. I agree that selling things is really not that great. Some things th...
- Dear J., The easiest, simplest & most profitable fundraiser is the Awaken Fundraiser. It can be applied to Schools, Dance Studios, Animal Adoption, Breast cancer Awar...
- My sister teaches family and consumer studies and to raise funds for their annual FCCLA conference trip they made burritoes to sell. I know you said you didn't want to...
"Looking for a Place to Buy a 6Th Grade Graduation Dress"
Asked by S.M. from Los Angeles
on May 26, 2007
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"My daughter is graduating in June from 6th grade and I am having trouble finding a place that sells appropriate dresses for her age. The dresses are either too old or...
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- Have you tried Old Navy? Their clothes are both inexpensive and durable. They have all their summer stuff out now. I bet you could find something there. Also check the...
- I got my daughter's at the Gunnie Sax outlet in SF - It was only $10.00 - needed a small amount of mending - but so much more appropriate than the ones we found in the...
- Does it have to be a dress? During our 6th grade ceremonies, many of the girls wear a nice skirt ensemble. I saw many cute dresses at JC Penny's during the Holiday se...
Graduation Party Ideas
Asked by D.W. from Detroit
on April 14, 2007
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Hi, I was wondering if any body had any unique ideas for a graduation party. Any you might have been to that stood out or some ideas at your own. My niece is graduatin...
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- HI, This might sound crazy but if u know all the kids that are under age you could put large BLACK X's on their hand (not the palms) or you could put someone in charge...
- D., I am a Mary Kay Consultant and I recently requested to do a pregraduation party. Basically, all the young ladies and their mothers were invited to the party abou...
- I really do not have a lot of ideas, but for all of your supplies go to Sam's club, you will save a ton of money. They have the best deals on cakes. I know for my grad...
Graduation Gift Idea
Asked by C.C. from Dallas
on August 2, 2009
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Hey! I have a question. My friend recently graduated from nursing school and I wanted to get her a gift, but would like some suggestions from y'all. I wanted it to ...
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- a stethescope? or something like this: http://www.nursesdirect.com/product.html?t_q=FF777
- Since nursing school is tiring with long hrs, you could get her a gift certificate to a spa in her area or a nice restaurant and movie tickets.
- Hello C., You are kind! Here's an idea...it's a "Friendship ABC scrapbook album." It can be a smaller album that can be put together in a short amount of time. ...
Gifts for Post-college Graduation Parties
Asked by B. from Detroit
on April 11, 2007
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I know that this really has nothing to do with children, but it is a question that I would like to hear some feedback on. My family will be going to a graduation part...
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- As someone with post-grad experience, and a lot of friends who have graduate from various post-grad programs... no one ever really expects gifts. I typically get one f...
- College graduation is usually just as large as high school. However, You could go either way, especially given his age. If he's not going any further or if it will...
- I'd give a card and maybe a gift card to his favorite restaurant. If he is going to need to change his work atire for the new job a clothing store might be nice. Fro...
High School Graduation
Asked by D.G. from Dallas
on April 12, 2008
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My daughter is graduating in May! She will be going to college about an hour away. Not bad I know, but I am still very anxious. Some days I am ready for it but for the...
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- She will be fine. All the things that you have taught her, she will remember. You are still her mom so she will still you need you to "parent" her:) Just keep praying.
- Don't worry give it to God. When my daughter went away to college she realized quickly what all had been taken for granted about her upbringing when she saw how differ...
- Although my freshman year of college is a good 8 years behind me, it doesn't feel like that long ago! But I was also a very good kid, and I went to college 45 mins awa...
