Wondering what is the best thing to do about school friends and christmas presents? DC is six and last year (reception) wasn't really an issue as whilst she played with lots of children, hadn't developed close friendships so she just gave out cards. This year, there are 4-5 children- boys and girls- who she has developed stronger friendships with and sees a bit outside I school.
Trouble is, I don't know what is the done thing with Xmas pressies? Do I just leave alone and stick with cards? Or will presents be expected? Should I keep a few gifts in reserve just in case she is given anything? If so I would love some suggestions of easy, inexpensive presents welcomed by most 5-6 year olds...
Just to complicate it further, I am fairly friendly with the parents of these children. But not close enough to ask directly whether they will be doing presents. One of the mums particularly I am worried will not only do presents for DD but possibly also me too. However I can't really afford to reciprocate to several sets of parents (we already set strict limits within the family and, for example, buy for nieces and nephews but not siblings so to be buying gifts for school acquaintances seems wrong...
Arggghh the school playground is a minefield!