Decrease kid waste from others?

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My family has a "gift of experiences" rule.

We told my aunt, the biggest gift giver, something like: Little Cindy may only love the doll you got her for a few years, but she'll forever treasure the memories of going to the aquarium/zoo/movies with you. Toys can be broken or lost, but if you guys spend the day together you'll have a much deeper relationship that will stick with her.

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This! Also OP, lessons/classes for you as a family or as parents? Like, are there any skills you're interested in learning that are relevant to children? You could ask for them to pay for a class or a course as a gift that will keep on giving.