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Practical Gifts for Homesteading Kids

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To live a simple life means offering practical gifts for homesteading kids. Great gifts for farm kids or homesteaders consists of items which encompass the life we live. This article provides list books, kits, tools, and garden items which will help your child with the skills needed to live the homesteading life.  

practical gifts for homesteading kids are first homemade items like a no tie fleece blanket

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Gift giving is not a strong point of mine. I tend to try and give what the individual has asked for, yet, my mind is quick to say, you don’t need that.

The moment I fully encompassed living this life I learned a few things, especially since the life we live is a practical one. Outsiders tend to find the concept of simple living foreign, however, I find this to be an honorable trait.

The reality of the matter is gifts have become disposable. Toys break within a few months. The individual becomes bored of what was received. And the thought, more is best, is far from being true.

Hence, why gifting children can be difficult and why we should resort to practical gifts for homesteading kids.

Needs vs Wants

With that said, there are a few questions to ask yourself when purchasing practical gifts for homesteading kids. Keep in mind, the items found on this gift guide were complied with homesteading ideas and necessary skills in mind.

  • Can it teach a skill?
  • Will it assist with fine tune motor skills?
  • Does it encourage independent thinking and does it spark the imagination?
  • Will it allow the child to think outside of the box?
  • Does the item promote working as a team or strengthen independent skills?

I will go as far as to state, homesteading and farming children are of a different breed than most children. The more practical the gift, the better the gift.

Teaching skill through play is one of the best gifts a parent can give. For this reason I compiled a list of practical gifts for homesteading kids.

Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.” – Proverbs 22:6

Homemade Gifts for Homesteading Kids

Homemade gifts are, without a doubt, from the heart and should always be a priority to purchasing items. For this reason, especially during the holiday season, I make sure there is always one special homemade gift from me.

As you can see, homemade gifts are not extravagant. They are practical fun items your children will come to love and remember for years.

A few gift giving articles of mine you might like, homemade gifts from the heart, and coming soon, shop small businesses and the homesteader’s wish list.

Homemade Gifts from the Heart

Practical Gifts for Homesteading Kids

The basic skills of raising livestock, the garden, and preserving the harvest is the tip of the iceberg in our homesteading journey. In addition to these skills I had to teach myself and my children the art of cooking from scratch, sewing and living a chemical free life.

It takes years of studying and living the homesteading life to gather the necessary skills needed. However, our children have the opportunity to organically learn about the homesteading and farming life.

Teach our children the skills needed by allowing them to play, read, utilize creative thinking, and the opportunity to work on their fine motor skills. This process of learning is as simple as discovering what sparks their interest and feeding it.

Books and Cookbooks

The books mentioned below are geared for children 8 and up. Keep in mind, many of the books listed are intended for both parent and child participation.

Books geared towards children provide them the confidence to learn new skills. Also, can you spot my daughter on the cover of one of the books listed below?

DIY Kits | Ideal Gifts for Homesteaders and Homesteading Kids

The kits also listed make great gifts for homesteaders and their children, especially if they seek projects to do together.

We could easily teach children by having them work alongside us, however, giving them the power to do tasks independently promotes self-confidence. The items listed below provide not only confidence, but also necessary homesteading skills.

The Best Gifts for Homesteading Kids? Games

Looking for homesteading ideas for your kids during the cold winter months? Great gifts for farm kids during this time of the year consists of board games and games which are homestead and farm related!

The opportunity to gather and have fun promotes teamwork and communication. Weekly game night is a tradition every family should incorporate and one our children will come to remember.

Gifts for Farm Kids | Gardening Items and Tools

This category consists of gifts for farm kids, however, it also makes gifts for homesteaders of all ages.

Plant the seed for the life we live by teaching children how to maintain a garden, keep bees, and the opportunity to learn a skill or trade. The ability to learn these tasks is empowering to our children. Nurture this time by providing them the opportunity to be independent with the following tools and garden items.

Gifts for Farm Kids | Farm Animals

When all else fails, give them animals. Livestock not only teaches life skills, these animals teach kids how to be incredible stewards to the land and animals.

Homesteading kids who are new to homesteading or plan to participate in the following organizations, FFA (Future Farmers of America) or 4H, need to know how to handle small and large livestock. As a matter of fact, McMurray Hatchery (an incredible hatchery for homesteads of all sizes) contributes greatly to many programs including 4H.

Families new to raising livestock often begin by incorporating poultry onto the homestead. Make sure to select the best chicken breeds for children based on their purpose, for egg, meat, or dual purpose breeds.

Raising rabbits or goats for show or meat are great for children of all ages. Handling large livestock such as pigs and beef allow children the opportunity to learn the value of money. 

4H teaches children how to care for the animals, manage feed cost, and how to sell livestock at the auction. Selling larger livestock at an auction allows for the young steward to reap the benefits of their hard work. 

Just for Fun

Let’s be honest, this category does not consist of needs, but wants. This section encourages the imagination, hence, why the items listed make great gifts for farm kids. With that said, these items also make great gifts for homesteaders of all ages. Who doesn’t need a crazy chicken lady Barbie?

The items listed above are ideal gifts for homesteaders and their children. Each item promotes independent learning for skills needed for the life we live.

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  1. Rachel Frampton says

    My nephew’s birthday is fast approaching, and that is why I’m thinking of buying an educational book for him. Thank you for suggesting here as well the importance of gifting him with DIYA activities will surely help improve his skills. It’s also a good thing that you suggested this home cookbook too.

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