Five Star Gift Ideas

Based on your son's interests in chess and solving puzzles, I have come up with a few meaningful and personal gift ideas that he might enjoy:

1. Chess Set: Consider getting a high-quality chess set made of wood or marble. Opt for a unique and visually appealing design that aligns with your son's taste. You can even personalize it by engraving his name or a special message on the board or pieces.

2. Chess Timer: If your son enjoys competitive chess games or wants to improve his playing skills, a chess timer would be a thoughtful gift. Look for a digital timer with unique features like dual clocks, delay settings, or different game play modes.

3. Chess Puzzle Book: Expand your son's puzzle-solving skills by gifting him a chess puzzle book. Look for a book that offers a variety of challenge levels, ranging from beginner to advanced, to keep him engaged and motivated. This will not only enhance his problem-solving abilities but also help him improve his overall chess game.

4. Chess Lessons: Consider enrolling your son in a chess class or hiring a professional chess coach. This personalized gift will not only allow him to learn and improve his chess skills but also provide him with an opportunity to interact with other chess enthusiasts and learn new strategies.

5. Puzzle Subscription Box: Subscription boxes are a great way to surprise and engage your son throughout the year. Look for puzzle-themed subscription boxes that offer challenging brain teasers, logic puzzles, or escape room experiences. This gift will provide him with a unique and exciting puzzle-solving adventure every month.

6. Puzzle Game App: If your son enjoys solving puzzles on his phone or tablet, consider gifting him a premium puzzle game app. Look for apps that offer a range of puzzle genres, such as sudoku, crosswords, logic puzzles, or brain teasers. Choose a highly-rated app that offers challenging levels and a user-friendly interface.

7. Customized Chess Board: Personalize a chess board by having it custom-made with images or designs that hold special meaning to your son. It could feature his favorite chess players, his own chess victories, or any other motifs that he finds inspiring. This thoughtful and unique gift will make his chess playing experience even more enjoyable.

Remember, the best gifts are those that align with your son's interests and hobbies. By considering his love for chess and puzzles, you can choose a meaningful and personal gift that will not only bring him joy but also encourage his intellectual growth and passion for strategic thinking.

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.”