Quite a pet peeve of mine, to many folks ignorant to the term harm it can cause.
Giiving money or gifts , some that can be resold like pens, perpetuate a cycle of poverty and give children a strong incentive to stay out of school.

'' The imperative to not give money or gifts to child beggars doesn't mean we have to turn our backs on them. Donate to responsible NGO'S ( non governmental orginizations) , and look
for creative new ways to be kind to children that won't disrupt familial dynamics, encourage long term poverty, undercut local businesses, or abet human trafficking. ""

I can understand that many visitors have good friends they might bring gifts to. this is different than just random, money, gift giving.
Also, just a side note, I have noticed the last few years that the young boys on the beach, getting actually angry if you don't buy their bracelets, not good IMO.