It’s graduation season and gifts are needed. Cash is important to every new grad of course but books are always a good idea too (I think so anyway). Finding the right one can be a challenge but there are plenty of classics out there. A favorite that always comes to mind is Oh, The Places You’ll Go by Dr. Seuss. Although it’s considered a picture book, the rhymes are endearing and inspirational. The messages are timeless and apply to all ages so it’s equally good for a preschooler or a teenager. After all, you’re never too old for Dr. Seuss! And what about dictionaries? That used to be an obvious choice but do people even buy them anymore? I still use mine, I have a couple that have been around here for a long time and it’s handy to grab one when I need it.
So I was wondering, what books would you suggest for a graduation gift? Have you ever given any for that occasion? Did you receive any yourself that were memorable? Please share with us!
Congratulations to all the graduates and best wishes!
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ReplyDelete"Nickel and Dimed" and I agree. I read it and highly recommend it for the college bound .
We always give cash - not very original, I know. I can't remember the name of it, but there's a good book out there about living with a roommate that would make a great gift to the college bound graduate.
ReplyDeleteI love giving books as gifts for any occasion. :) I think for graduations, it's easier if the graduate is in a specific field. For a friend that went to vet school I gave a copy of a book called Shelter Stories (a collection about adopted pets) and to a law school graduate I gave the book Team of Rivals about Abraham Lincoln.
ReplyDeleteSomeone gave me Ten Things I Wish I'd Known - Before I Went Out into the Real World by Maria Shriver when I graduated from college. It was pretty insightful. I think it would be good for HS graduates leaving home too.
ReplyDeleteI always give cash, so I have never really thought about what book I would give a grad. That is a great idea though!
ReplyDeleteMy favorite graduation gift is this journal
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It's a book, I love the quote, and as a journal they can tailor it to their own needs. And I always include some extra cash:)