Why skipping gift-opening at kids' parties is a bad idea

A family & kids story from New Jersey, reported by NJ.com.

Family & Kids · New Jersey · October 13, 2026

From NJ.com

Skipping the gift-opening moment at kids' parties may feel polite, but our columnist says it robs children of a key social lesson.

Reported by NJ.com, October 13, 2026. Read the full story at NJ.com →

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