• Books, magazine subscriptions and school supplies are common inexpensive Christmas gifts for students.CHRISTMAS GIFT image by brelsbil from Fotolia.com
  
  During the Christmas holiday, students are given breaks from school to spend more time with family and friends. Students, like other family members, will normally receive several gifts around Christmas. Gifts for students do not have to be elaborate or expensive. Gift-givers have several options for inexpensive Christmas gifts for students, including books, magazine subscriptions and school supplies.
  
  

Books

• One common inexpensive Christmas gift for a student is an interesting book. If the student has a favorite book but does not own a copy, purchase her that book as a gift. If the student has a particular interest, such as science or art, buy her a book that relates to that subject. Popular children's books or bestselling novels are other inexpensive book ideas for students at Christmas. If the student is very young, picture books or coloring books work well as gifts. While most books are inexpensive at chain bookstores, be even more frugal by purchasing the books at a used bookstore.
  
  

Magazine Subscriptions

• Magazine subscriptions are another welcome and inexpensive gift for students at Christmas. When choosing a magazine subscription for a student, first try to find out the student's interests. With hundreds of magazines offering subscriptions, it is possible to find one that will appeal to the student. In fact, many magazines are based around common school subjects that the student might enjoy, such as music or mathematics. Other magazines are purely for amusement and include puzzles and games for children. You will often be given the opportunity to choose between a six-month subscription or a 12-month subscription. Annual magazine subscriptions often come at a low rate, usually no more than $20, and are sometimes discounted around the holiday season.
  
  

School Supplies

• School supplies are another common inexpensive Christmas gift for a student who is serious about his or her studies. School supplies can often include pens, pencils, paper, notebooks and erasers. To make the school supplies more interesting, choose supplies that come in bright colors or designs. Give a lunchbox that is designed with the student's favorite movie stars or action figures. School supplies can also work as gifts for older students who are in college and visiting home for the holidays. Visit office supply stores or stationary stores to find unique school supplies for students.