I love Christmas, and in particular, Christmas stockings! In my mind, stocking stuffers are where we have fun. We get a little ridiculous and silly and really enjoy it. Sure, I like to stick in some things that we “need” and I always include one thing to “read,” but the surprise gifts that encourage play and joy always seem to be the most heartening come Christmas morning.
In starting to shop, I recalled that our post ‘Easter basket ideas you still have time to get’ was such a big hit and we heard from so many about how useful it was. So I thought I’d pop in today with some of our favorite stocking stuffers for kids and tweens.Â
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20 Awesome Stocking Stuffers for Kids and Tweens
These are just so much fun to use, bringing a smile every time they come out. And, let’s face it, erasers get used a lot.
These scream as you pull them back, then go spring-shoting through the air. Loud and hilarious for Christmas morning.
I have two boys who do sports. We love these.
Harry Potter Candy: Chocolate Frogs, Bertie Botts Every Flavour Jelly Beans
It’s fun to have something sweet in the stocking, but these seem to bring more excitement than a lot of the more “traditional” candies for my Potter fans.
For boys and girls, these bracelets offer fun year-round as you can change the designs easily.
This game travels easily, makes for a good party game, and it easy to use in an inclusive way. We love it.
My youngest wants a robot (and has for a while). We got him this a few Christmases ago, and he still enjoys his little robot bug.
World’s Smallest Barrel of Monkeys
Just fun for Christmas morning, and easy to take on camping trips!
We put stickers on water bottles, binders, and suitcases. Basically, on anything that we can personalize.
Our kids have done a version of this for years, and looking back on the ones from their littler days has been such a great keepsake. Additionally, these make for good conversation starters with the kids.
Their feet grow fast, and they always need socks, so why not introduce some with personality!
I ADORED these as a kid, and even this multipack here has me thinking I’d like to get some again.
Lottery Tickets
Our kids think it is so much fun to scratch off tickets and dream of winning millions. Of course, we never win, but the excitement is still real. Plus, who knows? Maybe someday.
My son came home with one of these from the school “store” and I immediately recalled how much fun I had with these, too, when I was a kid.
The more ridiculous the gum, the better. My kids like Gum Tape, Big League Chew, Fruit Stripes sorts of throwbacks.
I have been shocked by how much fun we’ve been having with yo-yos through the years (it’s even a Scouts merit badge program). A light-up one is even better!
Fashion Dress Up Sticker/Activity Book
It travels, is hours of fun, and has over 700 stickers! For any creative soul, this is such a fun stocking stuffer.
Because obviously!
I know, these are the sorts of things that break so quickly in the scheme of life but, honestly, they bring so much joy and fun!
I want these for myself! So many fun ways to accessorize!
Lean into the fun on Christmas morning and allow the stockings to encourage play and joy. Happy holidays, families!