30 Stocking Stuffers for Kids Under $10

Last updated on January 24th, 2024 at 08:13 pm

Check out 30 great stocking stuffers for kids under $10 that they’ll use long after the holidays are over. These are perfect Christmas and Hanukkah gifts!

Looking for some stocking stuffers for kids that won’t break the bank? We’ve got tons of great ideas for stocking stuffers for kids under $10 that will save you this Christmas. These are also great Hanukkah gift ideas for our Jewish families to help celebrate all eight nights without going broke!

We have found the best stocking stuffers for kids, and whether you’re looking for stocking stuffers for boys, stocking stuffers for girls, or stocking stuffers for children of either sex, we’ve got you covered! These are all really cool stocking fillers for kids, which means you may want to buy them ALL, and then they may spill over onto the fireplace. You’ve been warned! (p.s. don’t forget to check out our Hot Toys for Twins article for the big stuff!)

1. Slinky

Slinky is classic fun at its best! This durable metal toy stretches like an accordion, bounces, and walks down steps. This unisex toy will be a hit with all the kids in your family: “They’re fun for a girl and a boy!” (It’s literally in the jingle.)

2. Playfoam Pals

Playfoam is a great tactile sensory toy that kids just love to get their hands on. This one comes with a collectible figurine to hide inside!

3. Water Bottle

In my experience, twinnies cannot have too many water bottles! Everyone loves a fun, new water bottle. This one is under $10 and comes in a variety of patterns and characters. These make great stocking stuffers for toddlers and early elementary kids!

4. Mini Squishmallows

Squishmallows are all the rage right now for a large age range. These ones are just 2”, making them the perfect size for a stocking stuffer.

5. Scrunchies

Scrunchies are the perfect pre-teen/teen accessory. They might wear them in their hair or just on their wrist! These are great stocking stuffers for girls. Look at this 60-pack! It includes velvet and satin scrunchies to keep your girls happy for the whole year.

6. Uno

For ages 6 and up, Uno is one of the best starter card games that the whole family can play together. And now there are so many different themes for Uno to choose from: Harry Potter, Emojis, Toy Story, Frozen… there’s something for everyone.

7. Cool Toothbrushes

Every kid needs a toothbrush, so why not buy a cool one so they’ll want to brush more? (or at all.) Check out this Kids Lightsaber Toothbrush by Firefly. Make brushing fun with these light and sound-effect toothbrushes!

8. Gift Card for a Treat and a Date

Gift your kid a $5-10 gift card and add a note that you’re taking them on a one-on-one date to cash that card in. They’ll love the special attention and the treat! Look to McDonald’s, Dunkin Donuts, Baskin Robbins, and Starbucks for $5 gift cards that most kids will be thrilled to use.

9. Fuzzy Socks

Not every kid will be excited to find socks in their stocking, but every kid that finds these warm, cozy, fluffy Monster Socks will not be disappointed! Everyone needs some silly socks!

10. Friendship Bracelet Kit

Taylor Swift and her swifties have made friendship bracelets cool again. Let your kids make the perfect personalized friendship bead bracelets with this kit. For ages 7+.

11. Micro Rocket

Treat your kids to a little experiment this Christmas with this Micro Rocket Launcher! Blast off using a chemical reaction of combining vinegar and baking soda (sold separately) while launching the rocket from the test tube. For ages 5+.

12. Temporary Tattoos

Who doesn’t love a temporary tat? They are super fun and gone in a few days. This will keep your kids busy for a while. Melissa & Doug make several sets for boys, girls, and unisex. These make great stocking stuffers for boys or girls.

13. Lego Minifigures Blind Bag

Got a kiddo who loves LEGOs? Add to their collection with limited-edition minifigures. There’s 12 to collect!

14. Paint by Sticker Kids Books

Create pictures one sticker at a time! Find the sticker, place the sticker, and watch as your picture comes together. Great for quiet time and travel!

15. Chocolate Orange

Have you heard the age-old tradition of putting an orange in a stocking? Put a fun spin on it with a chocolate orange.

16. A Joke Book

Is a stocking complete without some reading material? I don’t think so. Grab a book that’s been on your twinnies list. Or this Jokes for Kids book is sure to be a hit!

17. Kanoodle

Another TikTok sensation that I even want is Kanoodle! This is a brain teaser puzzle game for ages 7+ that will keep them busy for HOURS.

18. Cute Earrings

These stud earrings are hypoallergenic, which is perfect for those with sensitive ears. And it comes with 20 pairs so you can split them up for several kids!

19. Flashlight Projector

This will keep your kids busy for HOURS! This fantastic projector torch projects hilarious images of funny animals around your room. View the images on your walls and ceilings, including kittens, goats, lions, flamingos, owls, and more –a great bedtime companion to make going to sleep more fun.

20. Kinetic Sand

Give the gift of kinetic sand.  Kinetic Sand magically sticks together, making it easy for kids to shape and mold their creations without the mess. Plus, it never dries out for endless hours of fun and sensory play!

21. Plus-Plus Building Set

Encourage creativity and open-ended play with this set of 70 building bricks for under $10! Plus-Plus empowers children with free explorative play as they encourage fine motor skills, logic, creativity, and imagination, all without the use of screens.

22. Bath Bombs

You love a good bath bomb… treat your twinnies with one too! These bubble bath bombs are made for kids and made with “worry-free clean stuff.”

23. Hot Chocolate Bombs

Speaking of bombs, save the boring packets and powder and make hot cocoa an activity with a hot chocolate bomb!

24. Lip Gloss

All your girls will love this moisture-infused lip gloss with super sparkly shimmer glitter by UNICORN GLOW. This shimmery glitter lip gloss adds a luminous color & shine with its lightweight finish. Comes in a small size, perfect for small hands!

25. Doodle Board Drawing Tablet

These are a winner with kids and adults! A doodle board without the paper and the pens. Use the included stylus to draw, write, and doodle, and when you are ready to start over, Press the erase button to clear the screen. Plus, these are great for travel by car, bus, airplane, or just for a fun day at home! Get TWO tablets for less than $10!

26. Swim Goggles

Your little fish will love these swim goggles that come in at less than $10 each in a pack of two. Use these in the bathtub in the off-season!

27. Foam Football

Got a kiddo who is all about sports? This foam football is sure to be a stocking stuffer favorite. It’s great for indoor or outdoor play (though you may prefer outside) and great for all ages!

28. Cloud Slides

They began as a viral TikTok sensation and quickly became a staple shoe. If your twinnies don’t have cloud slides yet, they will love them.

29. Road Tape

Turn anything (and anywhere) into a road for your twinnies’ cars with this road track tape. Easy to stick and easy to remove!

30. Coal

Every kid dreads getting a stocking full of coal. Pull a fun prank on your kiddos with these chocolates covered in foil to look like a sack of coal!

No matter what holidays you celebrate this season, these stocking stuffer ideas for kids will be a hit and will serve multiple purposes. The low price point won’t put you in the poor house; they will get a lot of fun and learning out of it, and it will keep them busy long enough so you can enjoy a cup of coffee HOT! Happy Holidays!

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