Five Star Gift Ideas

For your son who enjoys doing crosswords and solving puzzles, there are plenty of thoughtful and engaging gift options that can both entertain and challenge him. Here are some unique gift ideas for your puzzle-loving son:

1. Puzzle Books: Consider buying a variety of puzzle books such as crosswords, sudoku, word search, or logic puzzles. Look out for collections that offer different difficulty levels, allowing your son to progress as he becomes more skillful.

2. Puzzle Subscription Box: Surprise your son with a puzzle subscription box that delivers a new set of puzzles to his doorstep every month. These boxes often include a mix of crosswords, riddles, and other mind-bending challenges that will keep him entertained all year round.

3. Puzzle Board: Solve one of the common problems crossword enthusiasts face with a portable puzzle board. These boards are specifically designed to securely hold and organize puzzle pieces, allowing your son to easily work on his next crossword puzzle even when he's on the go.

4. Puzzle Mat: If your son enjoys solving jigsaw puzzles, a puzzle mat can be an excellent gift. These mats provide a convenient way to roll up and store incomplete puzzles, ensuring that no puzzle piece goes missing and that he can resume his puzzle-solving without any hassle.

5. Puzzle Mug: Add a touch of fun to his coffee or tea routine with a puzzlesolving mug. These mugs feature brain-teasing puzzles printed on their exteriors, adding some amusement to his morning routine. Plus, they can serve as a conversation starter!

6. Puzzle Board Games: Extend his puzzle-solving passion into the realm of tabletop games. Consider games like "Codenames" or "Pandemic" that involve solving clues, strategizing, and problem-solving together with friends or family members.

7. Puzzle 3D Models: Challenge your son with 3D puzzle models, such as famous landmarks or complex structures. These puzzles not only exercise his spatial reasoning skills but also result in a unique and impressive display piece once completed.

8. Puzzle Apps: Explore a wide range of puzzle-solving apps available for smartphones and tablets. Look for puzzle apps that offer a variety of challenges, including crosswords, word games, and interactive puzzles, which will keep your son mentally sharp and entertained during his free time.

9. Puzzle Jewelry: For a more personalized and sentimental gift, consider puzzle-inspired jewelry. Look for puzzle-themed necklaces, bracelets, or even cufflinks. This type of gift allows your son to showcase his passion for puzzles in a stylish and wearable way.

10. Puzzle-Related Experiences: Consider gifting your son an experience related to puzzles, such as an escape room adventure or a ticket to a live puzzle-solving event. These interactive experiences will not only challenge his problem-solving skills but also create lasting memories.

Remember, in addition to these gift ideas, including a heartfelt note expressing your support for his hobbies and the pride you feel in his puzzle-solving abilities will add an extra personal touch.

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.”