Personal Gift for School Enrollment
Starting school is a very special day for every child. The first day of school marks the transition into a new phase of life full of adventures, new friendships, and many firsts – from learning to read and write to the first entry in the timetable. Parents, grandparents, godparents, and friends want to mark this moment with a special gift. In this article, we'll show you meaningful school enrollment gifts that not only bring joy but also create lasting memories .
For the first day of school: What goes in the school cone?
The tradition of the school cone (Schultüte)—also known as a sugar cone—has been firmly established in Germany since the 19th century. It's an integral part of the first day of school and a must-have on the big day . Today, school cones are available made of fabric, paper, or even plastic, custom-printed with motifs like dinosaurs, unicorns, or astronauts—for both girls and boys. Many parents now also choose reusable or personalized school cones to make this special day even more sustainable.
School cones are traditionally filled with sweets, small toys, and useful school supplies like a ruler, bookmark, or a timetable. A lunch box or water bottle are also popular items, as are a children's book to read or a poster for the nursery.
But alongside all these fun and useful things, one thing is essential: a personalized gift for the first day of school. For many girls and boys, starting school is not only exciting but also fraught with uncertainty. Little encouragements—such as a personalized gift that reminds them of mom and dad— can give your child strength for the first day of school and ease the transition.
Wooden gift ideas for girls and boys for the start of school
Wood is a beautiful, natural material – durable, sustainable, and ideal for children at school. In a time when environmental awareness and quality are becoming increasingly important, wooden party favors are enjoying great popularity. Products made from olive wood are particularly high-quality : the individual grain makes each piece unique and special. Our items are lovingly handcrafted in Bethlehem – a place with a centuries-old tradition of woodcarving.
A great engraved olive wood gift makes a perfect special back-to-school present. It's not only practical and beautiful, but also a lasting memento of this important day in a child's life.
A personal guardian angel for the schoolchild
Our absolute bestseller for starting school is the small olive wood guardian angel . It symbolizes protection, security, and confidence —qualities that children can benefit from on their journey into school life. As a school-entry gift, the angel conveys: You are not alone; you are accompanied.
A particularly nice touch: The angel can be personalized with the child's name or a short message of your choice . This creates a truly unique gift for the first day of school, suitable for both boys and girls. A guardian angel, a small, comfortable thing to hold in a school bag or standing watch over a desk at home, brings peace and security to many children .
Our cloverleaf: the perfect lucky charm for the start of school
If you're looking for a symbolic, yet non-religious, gift idea for a first-day school start, our olive wood four-leaf clover is just the thing. The four-leaf clover is considered a lucky charm worldwide—and luck is especially needed on the first day of school.
Whether for boys or girls, whether to put in a school cone or as a little extra with a gift: the cloverleaf not only brings good luck, but also puts a smile on anyone's face . Like all our products, this piece can be personalized—ideal as a personalized gift for first-graders.
Heart-shaped hand charm: A gift not only for the start of school
If a child is nervous and perhaps a little anxious on their first day of school, a small heart in their pocket or school bag can be a sign of love and support . This heart-shaped olive wood hand charm is designed to be held in the hand— especially in times when courage is needed .
For shy children or those who still need a lot of closeness to their parents, this is a practical gift for the school cone. The heart-shaped hand charm symbolizes the love of mom, dad, grandma, or grandpa —and with a personalized engraving, it becomes a unique keepsake.
Personal gift for school enrollment: The practical keychain
With the start of school, a child's everyday life often changes – and many first-graders receive their own front door key for the first time. A keychain is therefore not only a useful back-to-school gift, but also a significant step toward independence .
We offer a wide selection of high-quality olive wood keychains – with symbols such as an angel in a heart, a cross in a heart, or an angel-shaped cross . Our guardian angel keychain is particularly popular and can also be personalized with a name or text. These personalized gifts for a child's first day at school are particularly stylish and meaningful .
Easily personalize school enrollment gifts with us
In our online shop, it's easy to design a personalized gift for a child's first day of school , as we offer a wide selection of personalized gifts. Thanks to our user-friendly platform, you can enter your desired engraving directly on the product. The live preview immediately shows you how your text will appear on the item—be it the child's name, the start date, or a short message .
All personalized gifts come in an elegant organza bag with a certificate of origin and warranty – pre-packaged and ready to give. Whether you're looking for a special gift for a girl or boy starting school, a symbolic keepsake, or a meaningful accessory – you'll find it here.