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The first thing a child will ask at Disneyland or Walt Disney World is to see Mickey Mouse<\/a>. The second thing he will ask is to buy something! Give your wallet a rest by planning ahead with souvenirs to buy before your Disney trip. You will save your budget and your sanity! Here’s what to buy:<\/p>\n 1. T-shirts —\u00a0<\/strong>If you\u2019re sure you\u2019ll want a new T-shirt, try to find it before you go. T-shirts at the theme parks\u00a0start\u00a0<\/b>at $25! I bought all six of the T-shirts in the photo above for my family at a local Disney outlet\u00a0for under $60. And I found ones that coordinated<\/a>! Walmart has a surprisingly good selection of inexpensive shirts in child and adult sizes. Another place to try is a consignment store. If you’re crafty, you can try making your own custom shirts. However you buy or create, you’ll have shirts that won’t bust the bank or send you all around the World to locate!<\/p>\n 2.\u00a0Shiny pennies to smash —<\/strong>\u00a0Pressed pennies<\/a> are, hands down, my favorite inexpensive souvenir. They are available almost anywhere you travel and make a great collection for a child. Collect sets of one penny and two quarters ahead of time, and you won\u2019t be standing in line to get change from a store! Check the Internet for tips on using pantry ingredients like cola, vinegar, or ketchup to shine the pennies.<\/p>\n 3.\u00a0Pins to trade<\/b>\u2014 Trading pins<\/a> can be a fun experience, but the price can be overwhelming! If your goal is to trade with Cast Members rather than collect rare or exclusive pins, an assortment from eBay or other Internet seller can reduce your cost to a dollar or two per pin.\u00a0Buy a lanyard along with the pins and you\u2019ll be ready to trade with the first Cast Member you meet!<\/p>\n\n 4. Autograph books<\/b>\u2014 Every store at Disneyland or Walt Disney World will sell you a generic book to get a character\u2019s signature<\/a>. If you want something that stands out, make a cute custom autograph book from a spiral notebook!\u00a0If you\u2019re lacking the time \u2014 or the crafty gene \u2014 plenty of Etsy sellers can make you the autograph book of your dreams. Don\u2019t forget a big Sharpie for Mickey to hold!<\/p>\n 5.\u00a0Glow sticks<\/strong>\u00a0and light-up toys<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 Every evening, theme parks pulse with whirling lights, fiber optics, and glowing swords. Each tempting toy could be your child\u2019s \u2014 for a hefty price tag. Target, Michael\u2019s, and the dollar stores <\/a>are good sources of inexpensive magic. They sell glowing wands, packages of glow sticks, and spinning toys for very little money. Watch your kids\u2019 eyes light up when you pull them out while waiting for the fireworks or Fantasmic<\/a>!<\/p>\n 6.\u00a0Activity books<\/b>\u2014 The car ride or plane trip can seem awfully long when you\u2019re little. Create an activity book full of Disney coloring pages, activities, and games to keep kids busy on the way and at the hotel. The Mouse For Less has a whole section of printables to download<\/a>!\u00a0The booklet you make could be stapled together, or spiral-bound for more durability.<\/p>\n 7.\u00a0\u201cTinkerbell\u201d gifts<\/strong><\/a>\u2014 Some parents coax good behavior by hinting that a certain fairy might leave an especially well-behaved child a little treat on her pillow. If you want to try this, buy small stocking stuffer-type items ahead of time from the Target Dollar Spot, party section, or dollar store.<\/p>\n None of these ideas mean that you won\u2019t be purchasing some special souvenirs while you\u2019re on your trip. But these souvenirs to buy before your Disney trip will definitely help your budget; plus saving the time you won\u2019t<\/em>\u00a0spend rushing around at first for autograph books, matching shirts, or lanyards. Additionally, I have been amazed at the difference in a child\u2019s behavior when she walks into a theme park already wearing a crisp new T-shirt and holding a small treat. It\u2019s magic you can make on your own!<\/p>\n What are your tips for souvenirs to buy prior to your Disney vacation?\u00a0Share in the comments, or\u00a0on\u00a0Facebook<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0Twitter<\/a>.<\/p>\n Did you like this article? Make sure to share it with your friends! Check below for easy ways to share!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n The first thing a child will ask at Disneyland or Walt Disney World is to see Mickey Mouse. The second thing he will ask is to buy something! Give your wallet a rest by planning ahead with souvenirs to buy before your Disney trip. You will save your budget and your sanity! 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