Five Star Gift Ideas

For your son who enjoys coding and building apps or websites, there are plenty of thoughtful and meaningful gift ideas that can enhance his skills and passion. Here are a few suggestions:

1. Books on Coding: A good coding book can provide your son with valuable knowledge and inspiration. Look for titles like "Python Crash Course" by Eric Matthes or "JavaScript & jQuery: Interactive Front-End Web Development" by Jon Duckett, which offer hands-on projects and clear explanations.

2. Online Coding Courses: Enroll your son in an online coding course to help him take his skills to the next level. Websites like Udemy or Codecademy offer a wide range of courses in various programming languages and frameworks.

3. Coding Tools: Consider purchasing coding tools that can enhance your son's coding experience. For example, a high-quality mechanical keyboard or a well-regarded code editor like Sublime Text or Visual Studio Code can make coding more enjoyable and efficient.

4. Raspberry Pi or Arduino Kits: Raspberry Pi and Arduino are popular platforms for building electronics projects. These kits can help your son learn more about hardware programming and create his own inventions. Look for starter kits that include components and detailed tutorials.

5. Coding-themed Clothing or Accessories: If your son enjoys showcasing his passion for coding, consider gifting him coding-themed clothing or accessories. There are plenty of options available, such as t-shirts, hoodies, or hats featuring coding jokes, algorithms, or famous programming quotes.

6. Personalized Website or Portfolio: Help your son build his online presence by creating a personalized website or portfolio. This will not only showcase his coding skills but also serve as a platform for him to share his projects and accomplishments with others.

7. Coding Accessories: Look for coding-related accessories such as a stylish laptop stickers, a mousepad with a coding joke, or a mug featuring popular coding memes. These small but thoughtful gifts can add a touch of personality to your son's coding environment.

8. Subscription to Coding Magazines or Online Platforms: Give your son the gift of ongoing learning and inspiration with a subscription to a coding magazine like "Wired" or "Hacker Monthly." Alternatively, consider a subscription to online platforms like "Stack Overflow" or "Github," where he can collaborate with other developers and explore new coding projects.

Remember, the most important thing is to support and nurture your son's passion for coding. By choosing a gift that aligns with his interests, you're not only providing a meaningful present but also encouraging his growth and development as a coder.

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.”