Five Star Gift Ideas

For your documentary-loving grandson, I have a few gift ideas that I think he will enjoy and appreciate.

1. Subscription to a Documentary Streaming Service: Consider getting him a subscription to a popular documentary streaming service such as Netflix, Hulu, or CuriosityStream. This will give him access to a wide variety of documentaries on various topics, allowing him to indulge in his passion.

2. Documentary Books: Look for books that are based on documentaries or explore the behind-the-scenes aspects of documentary-making. For example, "Into the Abyss: A Tale of Death, A Tale of Life" by Werner Herzog and "Making a Murderer: The Inside Story of the Steven Avery Case" by Aaron Hanes would be great options.

3. Documentary Film Festival Tickets: Check if there are any upcoming documentary film festivals near your grandson's area. Buying him tickets to attend such a festival would not only be a unique experience but also expose him to a wide range of documentaries.

4. Filmmaking Equipment: If your grandson has shown interest in filming or making documentaries himself, consider gifting him some basic filmmaking equipment like a digital camera, a tripod, or a microphone. This will encourage him to explore his passion and try his hand at creating his own documentary films.

5. Film Analysis Books: Help him deepen his understanding and appreciation of documentaries with books that focus on film analysis. "Documentary Storytelling: Creative Nonfiction on Screen" by Sheila Curran Bernard and "The Five C's of Cinematography: Motion Picture Filming Techniques" by Joseph V. Mascelli are highly recommended reads.

6. Personalized Documentary Journal: Consider getting him a journal where he can jot down his thoughts, reflections, and ideas about the documentaries he watches. You can even personalize it with his name or a quote related to documentaries to make it extra special.

7. Documentary Merchandise: Look for merchandise related to his favorite documentaries or documentary directors. T-shirts, posters, or even collectible items featuring his favorite documentary subjects or directors will make him feel connected to his passion.

8. Documentary-inspired Artwork: If your grandson has a favorite documentary, consider finding artwork that illustrates scenes or themes from that documentary. It could be a poster, a canvas, or even a print. This will not only decorate his living space but also act as a constant reminder of his love for documentaries.

Remember, your grandson will appreciate any gift that shows you have put thought and effort into his interests. Consider his specific preferences and interests when selecting your gift, and you're sure to make his birthday extra special.

Or you can get him a star map with the date when he was born.