Five Star Gift Ideas

For your daughter who loves poetry slam performances, I have the perfect Christmas gift ideas that will surely delight her and inspire her creative spirit. These gifts are not only meaningful but also personal, allowing her to further explore her passion for spoken word and poetry.

1. Poetry Slam Workshop: Gift her an opportunity to hone her skills and learn from professionals in the field. Look for local poetry slam workshops or performance academies where she can immerse herself in the art form, improve her stage presence, and expand her poetic capabilities.

2. Poetry Slam Tickets: Surprise her with tickets to poetry slam events or spoken word performances in your area. Attending live performances can be very inspiring, and she will get a chance to witness the art form she loves firsthand. Find out if there are any renowned poets touring nearby or if there are regular open mic nights at local cafes.

3. Poetry Anthologies: Encourage her love for poetry by gifting her a collection of powerful and influential poetry anthologies. Look for books that include works from renowned poetry slam performers, as well as compilations focused on social justice issues or personal empowerment. Some popular options include "The Rose That Grew From Concrete" by Tupac Shakur and "Milk and Honey" by Rupi Kaur.

4. Custom Poetry Journal: Present her with a beautiful and personalized poetry journal where she can write her own poems, jot down ideas, or even document her experiences at poetry slam events. You can have her name or a motivational quote engraved on the cover, making it a cherished possession that she can take with her to open mics and performances.

5. Performance Equipment: Consider upgrading her performance equipment, such as a new microphone or a high-quality spoken word recording device. This will enable her to record her performances, share them with others, or even create an online presence by uploading her work to platforms like YouTube or SoundCloud.

6. Poetry Slam Clothing: Show your support for her passion by gifting her clothing items related to poetry slam. Look for trendy t-shirts or hoodies featuring quotes from famous poets or phrases associated with spoken word. This will allow her to proudly display her love for the art form wherever she goes.

7. Poetry Slam Workshop/Event Poster: Decorate her room with a framed poster from a poignant poetry slam event or workshop she has attended or desires to attend. This will serve as a reminder of her passion and motivation to keep pushing her boundaries in the spoken word community.

Remember, the most important aspect of gift-giving is to demonstrate that you understand and support your daughter's passion for poetry slam performances. By choosing any of these thoughtful gifts, you are not only nurturing her love for spoken word but also showing her that you appreciate and value her creative pursuits.

Or you can get her a star map with an important date you share.

Colleen Parker says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“Very special gift! My daughter was in happy tears when she opened hers for Christmas. Very special!!”