Why give a volleyball advent calendar
An advent calendar is opened one day at a time for twenty-four days. For a volleyball player, a calendar with a volleyball theme makes a good present without taking up much space. It suits a teenager who plays in a club, a sister or cousin on a team, or a teammate who celebrates the season with the squad.
There are several kinds on the market. They look alike, but what is inside varies a lot. Before you buy, read the full title and check what it says is included.
The three main types
The first type is the acrylic ornament calendar. These are small flat 2D pieces with a volleyball theme, which can hang on a tree or be attached to a bag depending on the shape. This suits someone who likes to decorate a sports bag or a bedroom.
The second type is the surprise calendar. It contains one small item per day in the volleyball theme. The title mentions 24 daily surprises, which is the most classic format.
The third type is the challenge and game calendar. The title promises challenges, quizzes, games and laughs. These are aimed more at girls who love volleyball, or at a friend who enjoys sharing volleyball questions during the holidays.
Which age is it for?
Ornament calendars suit children and teenagers, but check the product page for age warnings and small parts. Quiz and challenge calendars are more for teenagers and adults who play in a club.
When in doubt, think about what the player likes. A quiz on the rules will please a player who already knows them. Ornaments will suit a younger child better.
What is really inside
The rule is simple: what counts is what the product page actually says. A title that mentions 24 surprises does not say which surprises. Do not assume content that is not in the title. Look at the photos, the seller's description and recent reviews.
When two listings have the same title, compare the product details, the seller and the delivery conditions. They do not necessarily show the same item.
Quality of small items
Calendars from small brands, or with no brand listed, need a little more care. Check the average rating, the reviews and the real photos. For an acrylic ornament, look at the thickness and finish in the pictures. For a game or quiz, check that the text is readable and in a language you understand.
A calendar is opened every morning, so one flawed item can spoil the surprise. A simple, well made calendar is better than an overloaded one.
Order in time for 1 December
The calendar needs to arrive before 1 December so that day one is on time. Order early and check the estimated delivery date before you buy. If the item is sold by a third-party seller, also check shipping costs, the stated delivery time and the return conditions.
Compare prices between countries
Safqio shows the price of the same product on Amazon France, Germany, Italy and Spain. The same calendar can cost less in one country than in another, and prices change often. If you usually shop on Amazon.fr, compare there first, then check the other sites before ordering.
The cards on this page show up-to-date prices for each product. Then choose based on age, type of surprise and how complete the listing is, rather than on the title alone.
