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My 3 ½ year-old-son wants a princess bike for Christmas. I have no objection to his preference, but want to purchase a bike that will last for a few years. He rode a black bike at the store and loved it. When we came home, he reiterated his desire for a princess bike. Should I buy the black one, anyway, which is of good quality and will last far beyond his desire for princesses?
Congratulations on being open-minded about gender issues! Boys can choose princesses and girls can choose super-heroes. I don’t know how many times I have had to tell the folks at McDonald’s to stop asking about “girl toys” or “boy toys” as a Happy Meal prize.
In this situation you can meet everyone’s needs. Buy the black bike that will likely be your best economical choice, and adorn it with a princess basket, and grips with fringe. Your son will be thrilled and if his interests change later you have a basic color you can re-accessorize with his favorite character or current passion.
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