For many years, one of the more popular choices for gifting money to a young person has been savings bonds. People love them because they're easy to buy, can be bought in small denominations and give the child something tangible to hold on to. While savings bonds have given way to UGMAs and 529 accounts as investment vehicles of choice, savings bonds still maintain popularity. If you're in the market for savings bonds on your own, the options have changed a little over the years but the process remains simple and quick. Your easiest option may still be visiting your local bank. Most banks both small and large offer you the ability to purchase individual bonds. Go into the bank and tell them you'd like to purchase a savings bond. A representative of the bank will walk you through all the op