There’s something so special about Indian Festivals and the stories they stand for, the stories that they have carried all these years, the messages that they remind us of year after year. The second half of the year in India is a vibrant time! A time when India in its true essence comes alive!
And while we celebrate quite a few fascinating festivals in this part of the year, I’ve always found Rakhi to be an incredible festival. A festival that celebrates siblings and how they are tied together for life, a promise to watch out for each other and a day to commemorate this unique bond that is equal parts mocking and protectiveness.
Of course, like all good old celebrations, the day calls for presents too! Finding the right presents for young participants of the festival can be a daunting challenge for a lot of people. For me, I think the definition of a good present is one that can be used over the course of the next year, until the festival arrives again! A good present is one that can become a part of their every day, or at least can be used often!
And on that note, we have some gifting suggestions from House of Zizi for this Rakhi. Some thoughtful gifting options that are also purposeful! All these educational toys will greatly contribute to a child’s development as well as personality!
Acrylic Easel
One of the best ways to let your child’s imagination run free is colours. Let them explore colors, let their mind create without instructions and that’s the best way to let your child’s mind grow. An easel can be a helpful tool in this direction. Not only does it foster independence, but it gives them the freedom to explore art in their own time, no rules, no expectations, just the freedom to carry out their vision. The House of Zizi double sided reusable painting board is perfect for your young artist to practice being Picasso or organize a paint date with their friend!
Toy garage for cars
A wooden garage for your little car collector. Something I’ve recently realized is that children love little toys, they also love toys that help them pretend to be a grown up and cars do just that. This wooden car garage is just what you need to organize that car collection that is otherwise all over the place, under sofas, behind the bed, in toy boxes here and there. This truck shaped organizer can be hung on a wall or placed on your child’s study table. It doesn’t take up too much space and is a great way to encourage a collection and also keep it organized.
Rolling Pin and plate
I believe no Indian childhood is complete without this quintessential toy whose origins date back to ancient civilizations! The Rolling pin and plate is another great tool to encourage pretend play and acting like a grown up, but also the movement is great for your child’s muscle development and motor skills.
Pizza puzzle
Our Pizza puzzle is a game that will go a long way. It can be played as a simple puzzle with young children, exploring the shapes, developing their visual-spatial reasoning while also building problem solving skills. In the long run it can used to explore math and learn fractions. It’s a very versatile product that’ll make a great addition to any child’s collection.
Sensory play tray
Another product that’ll go a long way and help make many, many memories for your young one. This product offers endless exploring options! The tray comprises of a big tray, that comes with 6 small trays that fit into the bigger one. You can turn it into a color or shape sorting game, or a sensory play tray exploring different textures.
Knife and chopping board
This child-friendly cooking gadget promises many good times, encouraging co-working and independence in children in the safest way possible. Children are always eager to participate and contribute and a lot of times not having safe products deters us from a allowing them to help along. Well, this product is here to remove that very block. It is great for some real time experiential learning, and also a great investment in encouraging or developing a culinary interest in your child.
All House of Zizi products are made of fine quality wood, making them durable but also sustainable. Our Montessori toys are designed to not only stand the test of time but with a vision that makes them relevant across generations. These products can be used over and over again and can also be passed down from sibling to sibling, making them all the more special!
So what are you waiting for? Make your festering gifting more personal and purposeful with House of Zizi!