I've always been a fan of Precious Moments. I know that they're pretty much religious-based, but they're still really nice.
I received a Precious Moments figurine for every milestone in my life (christening, first eucharist, confirmation, graduation, etc) and it's really neat looking at the collection my loved ones started for me.
I like to give little girls a James Avery charm necklace with a charm - you can then add to it for birthdays, etc.While James Avery has religious charms, there are many, many non-religious charms.
__________________ Gamma Phi Beta Courtesy is owed, respect is earned, love is given. Proud daughter AND mother of a Gamma Phi. 3 generations of love, labor, learning and loyalty.
add a bead necklaces are nice too-either pearls, or solid gold or silver beads. the child receives a bead for birthday and christmas to add on to the necklace, and by the time graduation rolls around, the necklace is nearly completed and will be ready for her to wear during recruitment!!