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E-reader
To read anywhere without the clutter.
To checkPreferred reading format (paper or e-reader) and what they already own.
Déclic · CH 09 · Gift ideas
Gift ideas: choosing for the person, not for the price
A gift that lands depends on the person, not on the aisle.
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In brief
A good gift answers a real need and does not duplicate what the person already owns. Our guides offer ways of choosing and targeted searches rather than product lists: a guide to gifts for book lovers that includes how to choose an e-reader, and, for a sporty person, a guide to massage guns as a recovery gift. No price is shown.
What kind of person are you shopping for?
- A sporty person: best massage gun → for recovery. For other ideas (hydration, tracking their sessions), ask the Déclic assistant.
- A keen reader: gifts for book lovers →.
- Someone who likes playing games, or someone creative: no dedicated page yet.
Which pages should you read?
gifts for book lovers → helps you decide between paper, e-book and audio, and covers the choice between Kindle and Kobo if you are thinking of an e-reader, including how library e-books work on each. If you are buying for a sporty person, best massage gun → lists the criteria and the people who should check with a professional first.
Frequently asked questions
What do you give a sporty person who has everything?
Start from their sport and from what they do not already have: recovery, hydration or tracking their sessions. For recovery, see best massage gun →.
Is an e-reader a good gift?
For a regular reader, yes, provided you choose the book ecosystem they already use. See gifts for book lovers →.
The guides on this channel
Product ideas
Targeted Amazon searches, not specific products: prices and stock change too fast for us to show them here.
The choice comes down to what the person reads and how they read
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Rechargeable reading lamp
To read in bed without disturbing anyone.
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Book stand
To read hands-free.
The choice comes down to the number of players and the atmosphere
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Board game for a group
For evenings with friends.
To checkNumber of players, length of a game and recommended age.
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Two-player game
For a couple or a duo.
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Brain teaser
To play alone and think.
The choice comes down to the activity they would really enjoy
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Embroidery kit
A calm activity to start with.
To checkSkill level required and equipment supplied in the kit.
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Painting kit
To get started without buying everything.
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Candle-making kit
To make and give in turn.
The choice comes down to their sport and their level
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Massage gun
For recovery after exercise.
To checkSize, compatibility and what they already use.
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Insulated water bottle
Useful for every sport.
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Sports watch
To track their sessions.
The choice comes down to the person’s tastes and what they already own
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A game to share
For someone who enjoys group evenings.
To checkReal usefulness and delivery time.
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A reading accessory
For a keen reader.
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A creative kit
To discover a hands-on activity.