Five Star Gift Ideas

For your son who enjoys learning a new language, there are several meaningful and personal gift ideas that you can consider this Christmas.

1. Language Learning Subscription: Consider gifting your son a subscription to a language learning platform such as Duolingo Plus, Babbel, or Rosetta Stone. These platforms offer interactive lessons and exercises to help him improve his language skills at his own pace. It will provide him with continuous learning opportunities and keep him motivated throughout the year.

2. Language Books and Audio Courses: If your son prefers a more traditional approach to language learning, you can gift him a set of language textbooks or audio courses. Look for popular language learning resources like "Teach Yourself" or "Assimil," which provide comprehensive lessons for beginners and advanced learners alike.

3. Language Exchange or Tutoring Sessions: Help your son to enhance his language skills by arranging language exchange or tutoring sessions with a native speaker. These sessions can be conducted online or in-person, depending on the availability of language tutors. It will give him the opportunity to practice speaking with a native speaker and gain a deeper understanding of the culture associated with the language.

4. Travel or Study Abroad Experience: If your budget allows, consider gifting your son a trip or study abroad experience to a country where the language he is learning is spoken. Immersion in the language and culture will not only enhance his language skills but also provide him with a memorable and life-changing experience.

5. Language Learning Apps and Gadgets: There are various language learning apps and gadgets available in the market today that can make language learning more interactive and enjoyable. For example, you can gift him a pocket-sized language translator device like Pocketalk or a smart language learning pen like the C-Pen Reader, which can scan and translate text in real-time.

6. Culture and Language-inspired Gifts: Explore unique gift ideas that reflect the language and culture your son is interested in. This can include books by famous authors from that language, music from that culture, movies with subtitles in that language, or even traditional artwork. These gifts will not only deepen his knowledge but also provide a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage associated with the language.

Remember to personalize the gift based on your son's specific interests and language preferences. By choosing a gift that aligns with his passion for learning new languages, you are not only showing your support but also giving him the tools to further his language skills and expand his horizons.

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.”