What inexpensive gifts to take?

Crayolas are a universal currency for kids.

Re: “big red juicy apples and dried fruit”: Many nations do not let you bring produce or other foods in from outside. Or, I guess that you could buy then upon arrival….

Hello, fellow pagan! Have you considered taking them something recycled and or recyclable, reusable? Paper, a pretty journal, like that? Small mirrors? Art supplies? (I like the crayons idea, too — but see if you can’t get some made of soy instead of paraffin.)

How about reusable grocery totes? (I used such totes as Christmas wrapping this year; I bought a bunch of both plain and insulated recycled-material totes at the Commissary on the local military base — lucky for me they were all dark green — and the total was less than I’ve spent on wrapping paper in the past and much less time-consuming than making my own. Then I added lovely lengths of ribbon (also reusable) to decorate each one individually. No wrapping to throw away, and a bag to take home your gifts in!) Fill each one with gifts… maybe fabrics, thread, needles, etc.; a Rubik’s Cube; a Hobermann Sphere; a wonderful toy ball globe; a star finder; a set of stone chisels or files.

You have a great opportunity here to leave an impression — of Americans (I assume) and of our culture and our goods, not to mention your thoughtfulness. If you’ve been there before, you have some idea what they need and enjoy; but either way, what a lovely challenge!

I envy you, and I send you my blessings. Safe journey!

Angelina Jolie…Well, She may not be that inexpensive though.
So, my next suggestion would be Books!
Books on how to learn the English Language.