Five Star Gift Ideas

For a son who enjoys competitive puzzle solving, there are several thoughtful and engaging gift options to consider. Here are a few ideas:

1. Puzzle Competitions: Consider gifting your son an entry ticket or registration for puzzle competitions or treasure hunts happening in your area. These events allow puzzle enthusiasts to showcase their skills and compete with other participants in a thrilling and competitive atmosphere. Not only will he enjoy the challenge, but he can also meet like-minded individuals who share his passion.

2. Puzzle Subscription Box: A puzzle subscription box can be an excellent gift for your son, providing him with new and challenging puzzles regularly. Subscription services like The Genius Box, Puzzle Master, or Escape the Crate offer a variety of brain teasers, mystery solving, and escape room puzzles that he can enjoy solo or with friends. This way, he can constantly engage in his favorite hobby while receiving new and exciting puzzles delivered right to his doorstep.

3. Puzzle Books and Games: Expand your son's puzzle-solving horizons with a selection of puzzle books or games. Look for options that offer a competitive edge, such as brain-teasing challenges with timed solutions or multiplayer puzzle games. Sudoku books, Rubik's Cube challenges, or board games like "Codenames" or "Mensa: Mighty Brain Teasers" can be great choices to satisfy his competitive spirit while keeping his puzzle-solving skills sharp.

4. Customized Puzzle: For a more personal touch, you could consider creating a customized puzzle featuring a special photo or image that holds sentimental value to both of you. This could be a memorable family photo, a picture of his favorite vacation spot, or a shared hobby. Presenting him with a puzzle that he needs to solve while revealing a cherished memory will not only showcase your thoughtfulness but also provide him with a unique and enjoyable challenge.

5. Puzzle Accessories: To enhance his puzzle-solving experience, consider gifting him some accessories that can make his puzzles more enjoyable. This can include a high-quality puzzle mat to easily store and carry his puzzles, a puzzle roll-up mat for larger puzzles, or a puzzle board with compartments to keep track of different pieces. These practical and thoughtful gifts will show your attention to detail and make his puzzle-solving sessions more organized and convenient.

Remember, the key to finding the perfect gift for your son is to consider his specific interests and passion for competitive puzzle solving. By choosing a gift that aligns with his hobby, you are showing both your appreciation for his enthusiasm and your investment in his happiness.

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

Madeline Moran Weiler says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“The map was absolutely beautiful! My grandson was thrilled with it (it was a Christmas gift) and has already asked me if I would consider getting another one for him as a graduation gift in a couple of years.”