It's (almost!) the most wonderful time of year! Kids will soon be making their lists and checking them twice as Santa begins conducting his annual quality assurance checks to see who's been naughty or nice. In addition to shopping for the perfect gifts for family and friends, finding the best stocking stuffers for kids (especially before Christmas) has also become a top priority this holiday season.
While tweens have Christmas lists that make it easier to pinpoint what they want, it can be a little more difficult to identify the best stocking stuffers for toddlers and younger kids. This holds particularly true when it comes to figuring out the best stocking stuffers for 1-year-olds to 3-year-olds since they're still a bit too young to request gifts for the holidays. Thankfully, many are on sale.
If you're on the hunt for the best stocking stuffers for kids and don't have time to research, you've come to the right place! We've got you covered with this gift guide that has the top stocking stuffer ideas for kids of all ages.
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Kids' stocking stuffers on sale
TeeTurtle The Original Reversible Octopus Plushie
These little plushies went viral on TikTok, racking up more than 57 million views. Not only are they super cute, but kids can use them to show their moods without saying a word by flipping between the angry and happy faces.
KTRIO Handheld Clicker Counter
It doesn’t seem like a toy (much less a kids’ stocking stuffer) at first glance, but this no-battery-required clicker counter is actually a hit among kids, according to reviewers. And not just because of the fun colors — kids who love counting (this goes up to 9,999!) and fidget toys will get a kick out of this clicker.
“My 7-year-old twin granddaughters LOVED playing with them to the exclusion of wanting to play or open up other gifts!” raved one grandmother who bought them as stocking stuffers.
Nutshell Library by Maurice Sendak
Maurice Sendak has been a mainstay in home libraries for many generations, and this pocket-sized collection of books (seriously, each page-turner measures 3” x 4”) is a great introduction to several stories that have stood the test of time.
Taco vs Burrito Family Board Game
Since its inception in 2018, this game has accumulated over 19,000 five-star ratings on Amazon.Whether they play with their friends or family, this is a great way to upgrade game nights. “The game’s concept is delightfully quirky, centering on a food fight between two of the most beloved Mexican dishes, tacos and burritos,” shared one reviewer.
Furby Furblets 2-Pack
How sweet are these little cuties? Furby Furblets have been all the rage ever since they hit the scene, even ending up on Shop TODAY’s Gifts We Love list in 2023.
"Spongebob Squarepants" Jibbitz Shoe Charms (5-Pack)
This is a great time to stock up on some new Jibbitz for your beloved Crocs. Tons of retailers are offering fun arrays for serious discounts, including this five-pack inspired by some of your favorite Bikini Bottom residents.
Ooly Chunkies Paint Sticks (Set of 12)
Keep your couches, car seats, children and other colorable surface squeaky clean and mess-free (an actual dream for parents!) with these bestselling portable paint sticks from Ooly.
Skillmatics Guess in 10 Animal Planet
Lions, tigers and bears — oh my! The zoo lover in your life is sure to adore this wild guessing game (that’s currently 40% off at Amazon) that tests their knowledge on all kinds of creatures within the animal kingdom.
Not Parent Approved Card Game
If your family revels in being hilariously immature and appropriately inappropriate, this card game that's currently 50% off is a great stocking stuffer for kids eight and up. Winner of 10 industry awards, this portable and durable card game promotes giggling, playing well with others and reading from even your most resistant child.
All that said, this game is not for every kid and it’s not for every family. The whole thing kicks off with a burping contest and the declaration of the burp boss. If that doesn’t sound fun to you, well then, buuuuuuuurrrrp!
Crawling Crab Tummy Time Toy
Perfect for little ones who have just learned to crawl, this little crab loves to be chased! It even contains sensors that detect obstacles (and little hands), allowing it to reverse its direction and keep the fun going. Not only is this a bestseller with over 20,000 purchased in the last month, it's also 55% off right now!
Shashibo Shape Shifting Box
This bestselling, award-winning toy just look like an ordinary cube, but just wait until their fidgety hands get a hold of it! We bet they’ll spend hours trying to nail the 70+ shapes it’s capable of becoming.
Lego stocking stuffers
Lego Darth Vader Key Chain
If they're strong with the force they'll surely love this Darth Vader keychain. If Star Wars isn't their thing, Lego has a ton of different keychain options from Harry Potter to Santa.
Lego Winter Holiday Train
Take them on a winter journey with this Lego holiday train set. We can’t believe our eyes either, but Lego always finds a way to make the impossible possible with its thoughtful kits. This mini builder set is ideal for kids ages 6+ and comes with 73 pieces to create their own wintry escapade.
Lego Gingerbread Ornaments
As soon as they pull these out of their stockings, they'll want to put them together and throw them right up on the tree. The set comes with pieces to make three new gingerbread friends.
Lego Alien Pack
If they're always talking about extraterrestrials and other life forms, they'll get a kick out of this alien-themed set. It comes with six alien characters, an astronaut mini figure and its accompanying space vehicle!
The site says this set is retiring soon so you'll want to grab it while you still can.
Lego Cruella and Maleficent
Disney fans will be excited to see this villainous duo waiting in their stockings on Christmas morning.
Cheap stocking stuffers for kids (under $10!)
Nee Doh Noodlies
At just $4, we think you and your kid will get a lot of mileage from sinking your hands into this bucket of “noodles” by Nee Doh. The set of five “noodles” are not only colorful, but also calming to stretch and play with. Plus, they aren’t sticky and don’t make a mess.
Lip Smacker Hello Kitty Lip Gloss
Perfect for budding beauty queens (or if they just admire watching their mom or older sis doing their makeup in the mirror), this adorable Lip Smacker inspired by the iconic Sanrio character will have them lighting up.
MGA’s Miniverse Make It Mini Lifestyle Series 2
Great for play or as a collector’s item, each ball features five miniature replicas of home decor and lifestyle pieces. From mini candles and teacups, this stocking stuffer is sure to amuse them (and their parents, too).
Build-A-Bear Workshop Candy Cane Plush
Nothing says “Merry Christmas” like this adorable candy cane plush from Build-A-Bear Workshop. This festive red-and-white toy is so soft and cuddly that your child will want to bring it everywhere with them, from daycare to Grandma’s house.
Ring Pop Party Pack
You won’t be a sucker when it comes to gifting this holiday season, because what kid doesn’t love a Ring Pop? Featuring timelessly sweet flavors like blue raspberry, berry blast and watermelon, leave a few at the bottom of their stocking or give them the whole lot to enjoy at their own leisure. (For some, that bag will be done within 24 hours!)
Bluey Color Wonder Mess-Free Coloring Book
Budding young artists love to color, but it could get messy very quickly. Crayola stops hard-to-wash scribbles in their tracks with their mess-free Color Wonder sets, where marker colors only appear on the pages and off the walls and floors.
Fubbles Bubbles No-Spill Bubbles Tumbler
Every kid seems to love bubbles, and most parents will agree that they can be messy. Fubbles Bubbles will please both with a no-spill bubble tumbler that doesn’t sacrifice the fun. It comes with a wand to blow out the bubbles, but once they turn the container over, there should be no spills!
MGA Entertainment GrossMos Dino S1
The GrossMos toy set is packed with surprises (think slime, foam and mini dinosaur pieces). More specifically, the included dinosaur skull contains various dinosaur pieces that, when found, can be assembled into a collectible figure. In order to open the skull and find those pieces, you’ll have to pour water into it and watch as it fizzes.
Uno Show ‘em No Mercy Card Game
As long as there are no sore losers in your group, your family will have a great time playing the brutal version of this classic card game. With new rules and tougher action cards (like a Wild Draw 10!), this one isn’t for the faint of heart.
Fisher-Price Laugh and Learn Game and Learn Controller
Perfect for the littlest gamer in your circle (or the toddler who keeps turning your remotes into toys), this Fisher-Price controller gives them all the buttons and toggles they love playing with. Little do they know, this STEM toy will be teaching them hand-eye coordination, dexterity and other critical fine motor skills.
Alasou Suction Cup Spinner Toys
These suction cup spinner toys can be attached to a baby’s highchair or other hard surfaces and can be removed and replaced with no commitment. A fun and affordable stocking stuffer for 1-year-olds, this three-piece set helps build hand/eye coordination while keeping little ones occupied.
Kittens vs. Gherkins Mystery Bag
What could be cuter than dueling cats and pickles? Sweet kittens and lil’ gherkins! Each baby-themed mystery bag features two soft, bean-filled plushies along with blankets to tuck them in during bedtime.
Trending stocking stuffers for kids
Crayola Wixels Unicorn Activity Kit
Blending classic creativity with a modern techie feel, Crayola’s Wixels set features two-color maps to create a whimsical unicorn or any other design their heart’s set on. They’ll never know they’re also practicing essential life skills like concentration, focus and patience in the process!
Jellycat Sassy Sushi Uramaki
This tiny, plush sushi-shaped Jellycat is the perfect stocking stuffer size, as it’s only about 2 inches tall. It’s designed to look like a sushi roll made with nori, carrots, avocado and cucumber — and like many other Jellycats, it has a smile on its face.
Butter Slime Kits (Pack of 8)
It’s time for some slime! This eight-piece set is a great stocking stuffer for kids of all ages. Not only is this gooey slime soft and stretchy, but it will also expand your child’s imagination and creative skills when they spend hours experimenting with it.
Sloomoo Institute Virtual Reality Slime
Playing with slime has remained a big internet trend, so if they like getting their hands dirty, stick this video game-inspired jar in their stocking. The black and green hues and surprise game-inspired charms are cool to look at, but they’ll mostly be obsessed with touching, stretching and inevitably drizzling the “light, airy, fluffy” cloud dough slime.
Color My Bath The Original Fizzy Color Changing Tablets
Make bath time fun with this multicolored set of 300 fizzy tablets. All they need to do is drop their favorite color into the water or mix and match to create new ones and watch them fizz. Better yet, these won’t stain the tub or your towels, and they come in eco-friendly packaging.
Fingerlings Interactive Baby Monkey
These fuzzy, fingertip-hugging creatures will become your youngster’s newest BFF. Each one makes over 70 sounds and reactions and can react to their touch.
Jellycat Jolly Gingerbread Stuffed Animal
Reviewers love this oh-so-fluffy stuffed plushie that will help to keep spirits alive even when the holiday is over. The brand notes that this plush is suitable for newborns and infants alike, as it has passed toy safety standards.
With embroidery meant to mimic icing on the cookies, Fred’s counterpart, Ruby, is also available and dressed for the season with plaid accessories.
Uncommon Goods Light Up Sensory Play Jars
According to the brand, their sensory play jars are known as the ‘calm down jars,’ offering an engaging and calming form of play. They can decorate and fill the jars with the included tools to add lights and details that will keep them screen-free.
Best stocking stuffers for 1-year-olds and toddlers
Tomy Toomies Bluey Bath Toys
Get them excited for bath time with these adorable Bluey bath toys. The set comes with Bluey and family that can be used for stacking and pouring. And when summertime is back around, they'll love the cups for the beach or pool, too!
Kids Chef Apron
This kids' chef apron is the perfect stocking stuffer for 3-year-olds and children up to 6 years of age. It features a front pocket for utensils and can be embroidered with your kid's name for a personalized touch. Made of durable cotton, this apron is machine washable for easy care between uses. There's also a chef's coat and hat available if you're going for the full look.
Bombas Toddler Gripper Slippers
These cozy slippers from the popular sock brand Bombas will be a real delight for parents of toddlers. They help keep you little one's feet warm and protected, offering a plush liner, double padded sole and gripper bottoms so they won't slip as they toddle around the house.
Alpine Muffy Baby Ear Protectors
These ear protectors are an awesome stocking stuffer gift for toddlers and parents alike. They offer noise blocking to protect hearing along with a soft no-fuss headband. The brand notes that this product is suitable for babies and toddlers up to 36 months and has been tested and proven to reach noise reduction at 23 dB SNR in accordance with both US and EU regulations. It's also BPA-free and made without silicone to prevent allergic reactions and comes with a carrying case for easy travel.
Classic stocking stuffers for kids
Educational Insights Kanoodle 3D Brain Teaser Puzzle
This isn’t your typical brain-teasing puzzle — for starters, it’s a huge TikTok phenomenon! Its hashtag currently has over 645 million views, with players young and old taking on over 200 challenges testing one’s problem solving and critical thinking skills.
Scentco Holiday Smencils
Festive in both appearance and scent, these adorable No. 2 pencils — made out of recycled newspapers — are essenced with traditional holiday aromas like candy cane, gingerbread and sugar plum.
Brain Quest 1st Grade Smart Cards
With 750 questions spanning a number of topics, including a new technology subject, these Q and A-style learning cards will keep them occupied during road trips, while waiting for dinner or when wanting to quiz their younger siblings.
Available for pre-K through 6th grade, reviewers say that their children love learning via these decks of cards, oftentimes going through the prompts so fast they have to buy more.
Tech Deck Ultra DLX Fingerboard Element Skateboards
These authentic fingerboards are a perfect stocking stuffer for the skateboard fan. The set comes with four boards that they can build any way they want and will be a delight for the kid who loves collecting toy sets.
“My son loved putting these together. There was enough for him to bring one to each of his friends at school. Now they play with them together at recess,” shared one reviewer.
Camelback Eddy Kids Water Bottle
From polar bears to frogs, construction trucks to rainbows and flowers, ensure your child stays hydrated with a fun water bottle. Stick this in their backpack for extra fuel during lunch, or keep it in the car for long road trips. Either way, you won't have to battle them over getting their recommended H20 intake each day.
LED Unicorn Headlamp
Whether for nights spent camping in the backyard or living room sleepovers in a makeshift fort, this spunky unicorn LED headlamp brings the fun. With four different modes, including strobe, unicorn sound, constant light and colorful glows, this headlamp is loved by reviewers because of the battery “longevity,” and the light is “super bright.”
Toothbrushing Turtle Timer
This adorable turtle timer sticks to the bathroom mirror or counter and encourages toothbrushing and oral care. This is one shell of a stocking stuffer!
My Audio Pet Mini Bluetooth Animal Wireless Speaker
Scales’ small stature and adorable snarl doesn’t make him any less fierce. This pocket-size speaker also delivers high-quality sound and can pair to any media device, thanks to its Bluetooth capabilities.
Cards Against Humanity Family Edition
Introduce your children to the family-friendly version of the game that’s enjoyed by adults at parties, dinners and more. The same rules apply, but this version instead features zany, random phrases and prompts that are sure to tickle their funny bone.
Philips Sonicare for Kids Bluetooth Electric Toothbrush
Not every stocking stuffer can be all fun and games, or can they? This electronic toothbrush takes one of your child’s least favorite “chores” and turns it into fun! Connectivity with an interactive app, musical alerts and a built-in brush timer will ensure a thorough and hopefully cavity-free cleaning!
Don’t forget to check out Shop TODAY’s other gift guide for stocking stuffers under $10, as well as gift guides for toddlers, 11-year-olds, 12-year-olds and more.
