Children's Express recently asked readers what they would give to President Clinton, Michael Jordan, a homeless child and parents. Here are their replies:

If I could give my dad a present, I would give him a big pin that says, "Best Father's Award" because he has been such a great dad.

If I could give Bill Clinton a present, I would give him some time off, so he could get everything in order. Phyllis Siders, 12 Orchard Country Day School Indianapolis

I would give President Bill Clinton health and joy for his family because that's something that he needs.

I would give love to a homeless child and parents because sometimes that's what someone needs the most. Erin Peterson Noblesville

President Clinton and Michael Jordan would not need material things because they have so much money. I'd like to give President Clinton everlasting world peace, so his extremely hard job would be a little easier.

I'd give the homeless child some toys and clothes because he or she probably wouldn't get them often. I would give the child's parents a good job so they could get a house or apartment and get on their feet. Andrea Cowden, Grade 6 St. Michael School, Indianapolis

If I could give Michael Jordan anything I would give him the best security in the world so he could still play in the NBA. He and his family would have 10 bodyguards for each person.

I would get Bill Clinton to outlaw every gun except BB, pellet and air guns. I would get him a box of Wheaties, too. Tim Enas Fall Creek Valley Middle School Indianapolis

I would give Bill Clinton the gift of understanding. He would understand and serve his presidental duties better with this gift.

To both the homeless child and parents I would give the gift of hope. Hope would lift their beaten human spirits and show there is a better way. Jessi Wiese, Grade 9 Franklin Central High School Indianapolis

If I would give a homeless child one thing, it would be a warm meal and night in from the cold because a homeless child needs a good place to sleep.

If I would give my parents one thing, it would be a straight A report card because they get all happy and cheerful when I bring those home. Darrell Asche Fall Creek Valley Middle School Indianapolis

If I had the opportunity to give one thing to Bill Clinton, Michael Jordan, a homeless child and parent, I would give them my friendship. You can give a person a really expensive gift, but the most expensive gift is your friendship. Kasey Crossley, Grade 6 Maxwell (Ind.) Middle School

If I had the opportunity to give one thing to President Bill Clinton, it would be the gift of good choice, so he doesn't make the wrong decision. He affects so many people and their homes and their families.

I would give Michael Jordan the gift of being ordinary so he wouldn't have to hide to get away from people. Richy Burk, Grade 6 Maxwell (Ind.) Middle School

I would give my parents lots of love. Gary Clavenger, Grade 5 South Grove Elementary Beech Grove

I would give Bill Clinton a Christmas card saying I'm glad he's our president, for he already has all the gifts he can touch with his hands. I only hope this would touch him inside.

Michael Jordan would get friendship from me and I would take him out to lunch. That would probably be a gift to me.

I would give a homeless child all my old clothes, blankets, food and all my Christmas savings. That's all I have. But helping someone would be worth it.

I would give my parents love and a waffle maker. Michael Garrigus, Grade 5 South Grove Elementary Beech Grove

I would give a homeless child all the money I could spare, which is only $150 but it would help him or her to get clothing and food. Also, it would come from my heart. Suraj Patel, Grade 5 South Grove Elementary Beech Grove

If I were to give my parents a gift, it would be a long trip with all of us as a family . . . because they work so hard. Niki Franchi, 11 Orchard Country Day School Indianapolis

I would give a homeless child everything I own and I would let him live in my family. Sometimes we take most things for granted.

I would give my parents immortality because I have a small fear of losing them. Lucas Davies, Grade 7 Stonybrook Junior High School Indianapolis

I would give homeless children me as a friend. I would talk to them when they are down. I would be there for them when they feels all alone. They could trust me and always know that they would have a friend.

I wouldn't mind sharing what I have with them. I wouldn't care if they were rich, poor, black, white, sick, healthy, tall, short, fat or skinny. I would accept them for who they are, not just a homeless person or child. LaShawnda Ghoston, Grade 7 Stonybrook Junior High School Indianapolis

I would give to President Bill Clinton a dictionary and a set of encyclopedias so he could learn about other things besides the government.

I would give to a homeless child a hug, so they know I care, some food, clothes, money, a trailer or house.

I would give to my parents all the love in the world because they are the best parents in the world. I would also give them a house in Minnesota and build them their own bed and breakfast, so they could run it because that is what they would like to do. I would give my life for them, so if they were dying, I would die instead. That is how much I love my parents. Ashley Rich, Grade 5 Washington Elementary Tipton

I would give my parents hugs and kisses because I love them. Chase Meyncke, Grade 5 Washington Elementary Tipton

I would give President Bill Clinton a St. Bernard puppy. The reason is to guard him. Sidney Williams, Grade 5 Washington Elementary Tipton

I would give President Clinton a vacation because he deserves one after Mr. Perot kept yelling at him. Eli Morrison, 7 Indianapolis

During this holiday season I would like to give a lot of things to a lot of people but sometimes people need something other than material objects. I would like to give President Bill Clinton, Michael Jordan, a homeless child and parents a couple of things - confidence, faith and pride.

I am sure that Bill Clinton wants to do what is right when making decisions concerning our country's welfare but he doesn't always know the outcome of his decisions. I think that Bill Clinton needs to be confident in his own abilities and take everyone's advice into consideration when making a decision. He must also realize that no one can be right all of the time. As long as Clinton does what he truly feels is right then he has done his job properly.

Michael Jordan is a very strong willed man. I would give him faith. Faith in knowing that his father is in a better place now and is probably very happy. Jordan also needs to remember that he has several million supporters.

I would give a homeless child and parents pride. Sometimes things don't turn out the way that people want them to, but we can't get down on ourselves and remember that we cannot ever stop trying to better ourselves.

I think that confidence, faith and pride are more important than any material objects money can buy. David C. Thompson, Grade 12 Perry Meridian High School Indianapolis

Since I am Republican and really don't agree with all of the things that Clinton does, I would probably give you a break. I know you have stress and people are constantly on your back. You really don't need that because he is doing the best that he can. Derek Yee, Grade 12 Perry Meridian High School Indianapolis

I would give Bill Clinton a Bungee-jumping Santa because he needs a little laugh.

I would give Michael Jordan a towel to wipe off his sweat (even though he is retired). Alaina Epperson Noblesville