Five Star Gift Ideas

For your documentary-loving granddaughter, there are several thoughtful and personalized gift ideas that could enhance her passion for learning and exploring the world through documentaries.

1. Documentary Subscription: Consider getting her a subscription to a documentary streaming service like CuriosityStream or National Geographic. This gift will provide her with a vast library of educational documentaries to enjoy whenever she wants.

2. Personalized Documentary Book: Compile a collection of her favorite documentaries, along with summaries and analysis of each one. You can add personal notes sharing your thoughts on why you think she would enjoy each documentary. This personalized book will not only serve as a reference guide but also be a sentimental keepsake.

3. Documentary Merchandise: If she has a favorite documentary or filmmaker, surprise her with merchandise related to it. It could be a t-shirt, poster, or even a signed book by a renowned documentary filmmaker. This gift will show her that you pay attention to her interests and appreciate her passion for documentaries.

4. Film Festival Pass: Research and find out if there are any documentary film festivals in your area or nearby cities. A pass to attend a documentary film festival will provide her with an opportunity to watch a wide variety of documentaries, learn from expert speakers, and interact with fellow documentary enthusiasts.

5. Filmmaking Workshop: Is your granddaughter interested in making documentaries herself? If so, consider enrolling her in a filmmaking workshop or course. This gift will not only deepen her understanding of the art of documentary filmmaking but also give her a chance to learn from industry professionals.

6. Book on Documentary Filmmaking: If she enjoys analyzing and discussing documentaries, she might appreciate a book on the art of documentary filmmaking. Look for well-regarded titles like "Directing the Documentary" by Michael Rabiger or "The Documentary Film Reader" edited by Jonathan Kahana. These books will provide her with insights into the craft and inspire her to continue exploring this medium.

7. Documentary-themed Journal: Encourage her to document her thoughts, reflections, and ideas about documentaries with a specially designed journal. Look for a notebook with documentary-related quotes and images on the cover or even consider customizing a journal for her.

Remember, the most important part of giving a gift is the thought behind it. Reflecting her passion for documentaries and showing your support in meaningful ways will make her birthday gift even more special.

Or you can get her a star map with the date when she was born.

Alice Dickinson says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“I made a map for my mums birthday and she absolutely loved it. Definitely buying another one soon, probably for another family member or friend”