Christmas Want, Need, Wear, Read Shopping and Wish List
Four gifts for Christmas has become a popular way to give. The idea is to give recipients something they want, something they need, something to wear, and something to read. It’s a great idea and has proven to be an excellent guide for us!
This is what Christmas might look like with the want, need, wear, read philosophy:
- Want: LEGO set
- Need: A suitcase for an upcoming trip
- Wear: A new pair of pajamas
- Read: A book or gift card to Barnes & Noble
Not a bad idea!
To help you out with this Want, Need, Wear, Read way of giving, I’ve created a few printables!
This post contains affiliate links. When you purchase through an affiliate link, we receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. Disclosure.
Benefits Of The Four Gifts For Christmas Tradition
Gifting this way shifts the focus from spending a set budget on just anything to choosing each gift with intention. It simplifies shopping and allows you to invest in a few quality items that your child really wants and will use. After all, you would probably rather give a handful of meaningful gifts that will be appreciated than a mountain of presents that will end up at the next garage sale. (Here are a few garage sale tips for those of you who prefer to gift piles of presents.)
Want, Need, Wear, Read Wish List
Print the Christmas Want, Need, Wear, Read Wish List and give one to each of your kids. This is their chance to write down their wishes for Christmas. When they’re finished, collect their lists and determine what out of each section you’d like to purchase for them.
Want, Need, Wear, Read Shopping List
This is where we, as parents, get to take all those wishes and make a few reality! There’s space for up to three kids on one sheet. If you have more than three kids, you can print extra copies.
- Write the name of each child and your budget amount.
- Go over your kids’ wish lists and decide which item from each category you are going to purchase.
- Write those items on the appropriate line, along with the price.
Get Your Gift And Wish List Printables Here!
These printables are also available in the Christmas Planner!
If the Want, Need, Wear, Read way of giving isn’t your cup of tea, check out our Christmas Gift List printables!
Wrapping Ideas
Many people use specific tags for each gift so your child knows which gift is something they want, something they need, something to wear, or something to read. It has also been popular to use different gift wraps for each category. When we gifted this way, I chose not to identify the category of the gifts and just wrapped them like normal.
You could add a special touch to the gifts by including a handwritten note explaining why you chose the gift that you did.
Implementing the Four Gifts For Christmas tradition can bring a sweet simplicity and focus to your Christmas. By thoughtfully picking one gift from each category – something they want, need, wear, and read – you’ll create a meaningful Christmas that emphasizes quality, thoughtfulness, and joy. This way of gifting eases the pressure of shopping and teaches kids to appreciate each gift for the care and love behind it. This tradition can become a fun part of your family’s Christmas memories that shows the best gifts are given with intention, not in quantity.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s Time To Get Organized For Christmas!
The Printable Christmas Planner is here to help you plan the best Christmas yet!
It provides you with space to make lists, and check them twice, plan parties and projects, and create a schedule so you can enjoy your Christmas this year!
Hi! I’m Bridget!
I create printables and DIYs to help you get organized and celebrate special occasions! It’s my mission to inspire you to get creative and find joy in every day!
Merry Christmas Bridget! Your printables are awesome! 🙂