127+ Stocking Stuffers for Kids

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If you’re anything like me, you’re probably getting your Christmas shopping lists finalized so you’re ready to jump on Black Friday sales.  To help you out with stocking stuffers for kids, we’ve created an ultimate list of more than 127 stocking stuffer ideas.

As you’ll see, I’m all about putting a mix of practical and exciting items in stockings.  If my child needs new socks, you can bet they’re going to find some in their stocking on Christmas morning!  I try my best to avoid dollar store trinkets that are going to be thrown out a week later – I’d much rather fill their stockings with items they’re actually going to use.

My oldest is six, so the ideas on this list are geared towards younger children.  If you’re looking for ideas for a baby or toddler, check out our list of 63+ stocking stuffer for babies and toddlers.

The list is broken down by category, and almost every item on this list is something that one (or all!) of our three kids have used and loved.

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Arts & Crafts

I’m a big fan of replenishing art supplies – art is a popular activity around our house, and the art supplies are always getting used up.

STAEDTLER gel Triplus Fineliner 0.3 mm Porous Point Pen 334 – SB10, 10 pack

Decorative Paper Edge Scissor Set –5” Colorful Paper Edger Scissors Great for Kids, Teachers, Crafts, Scrapbooking, DIY Projects and Kids Crafts, Set of 6 (5inch)

1. Crayons
2. Markers.  For something a little different, choose unique colours or stampers.
3. Pencil crayons
4. Fun pens.  I use these multi-colour pens for my planner, and my kids are obsessed with them.  I may have to include their own set in their stockings, so they’ll stop stealing Mom’s!
5. Pencil sharpener.  Ok, it’s not the most exciting gift, but they probably need one!
6. Paints
7. Finger paints.  If you’re a much braver parent than I am!
8. Paint brushes
9. Glue sticks
10. Scissors

Duck Brand Printed Duct Tape Single Roll, Love Tie Dye (283268)

Ultimate Puzzle Challenge! (Highlights Jumbo Books & Pads)

11. Tape.  My kids go through tape like it’s going out of style.  They’d be thrilled with basic scotch tape or masking tape, or make it a little bit more exciting with decorative tape.
12. Do-A-Dot markers.  We love these in our house!
13. Play-Doh
14. Perler beads.  My older two will sit and play with these for AGES.  Beads or new boards make a great stocking stuffer.
15. Water Wow!  These are an awesome no-mess art activity, perfect when you’re on-the-go.
16. Scratch Art!  These are another favourite on-the-go art activity.
17. Color Blast!  Our kids loved these, especially as toddlers and preschoolers.
18. Melissa & Doug Tape Activity Book.  If your kids love tape as much as mine do, this book is fantastic!
19. Word search or puzzle book
20. Construction paper.  Another item that is forever being used up in our house.

Yoobi Mini Notebooks for Kids & Adults – Mini Spiral Notebook Set w/Puffy Covers (Taco, Heart, Rainbow & Boba) – 80 Pages Each, School Supplies for Kids (Set of 4)

Great Explorations: Wonder Stars Super Kit, Glow In The Dark Ceiling Stars. 150 Pieces In 4 Sizes Reusable Sizes

21. Colouring book
22. Journal or notebook
23. Stickers
24. Glow in the dark stars
25. Temporary tattoos
26. Stampers.  These are always a favourite of my kids when they get to choose a “prize” at the dentist or eye doctor.  I picked up a (much smaller!) set of these at the dollar store a few years back, and my older kids were thrilled to find them in their stocking.

Toys & Entertainment

I do my best to avoid junk that’s going to be broken or thrown out within the week.

The Gruffalo’s Child

Schleich Wild Life Realistic Sloth Figurine – Detailed Wild Animal Sloth Toy Figure, Durable for Education and Fun Play, Perfect for Boys and Girls, Gift for Kids Ages 3+

27. Book.  Listing our favourite books individually would make this list way too long.  Some of our current favourites are The Gruffalo & The Gruffalo’s Child, One (I LOVE this book!), and The Three Little Aliens and the Big Bad Robot.
28. Magazine.  Either a single issue or a subscription to their favourite magazine (some ideas: Highlights, National Geographic Kids, Sports Illustrated for Kids).
29. Comic book
30. Animal figurine.  Schleich animals are excellent quality and get a lot of play time in our house.

PlayTape Road Tape for Toy Cars – Sticks to Flat Surfaces; No Residue; 6-Pack of 30 ft. x 2 in. Black Road

LEGO Minifigures Disney 100 71038, Limited Edition Collectible Figures for Disney 100 Celebration, Gift to Encourage Kids Ages 5+ to Enjoy Independent Play (1 of 18 Bags to Collect)

31. Hot wheels
32. Hot wheels tracks
33. Road tape
34. Nerf gun
35. Nerf darts
36. Figurine (Paw Patrol, Superhero, favourite TV character, etc.)
37. Lego minifigure
38. Lego BrickHeadz
39. Finger puppets.  These finger puppets from IKEA are fantastic.
40. Animal that grows in water.  My kids get a kick out of these, and still play with them in the bathtub once they’re fully grown.

Squishmallows Original 3.5-Inch Clip-On Plush 5-Pack – Ultrasoft Official Jazwares Plush – Amazon Exclusive

Melissa & Doug Smarty Pants Preschool Card Set Educational Activity With 120 Brain-Building Questions, Puzzles, and Games

41. Small stuffed animal
42. Baby bottle
43. Play silks
44. Shopkins
45. Blind bags.  Let’s be honest, these are usually junk, but my kids love them.
46. Playing cards
47. Melissa & Doug Classic Card Games.  We loved these to play Memory when my oldest was a toddler, and as he got older we’ve enjoyed playing the intended games.
48. Uno
49. Spot It!
50. Melissa & Doug Smarty Pants.  This set was a hit with my oldest when he was younger.

Rubik’s Cube, The Original 3×3 Cube 3D Puzzle Fidget Cube Stress Relief Fidget Toy Brain Teasers Travel Games for Adults and Kids Ages 8+

Spirograph Travel — The Classic Way to Make Countless Amazing Designs — Travel Art Activity On The Go! — for Ages 5+

51. Rubik’s cube
52. Pokemon cards. There’s nothing my 6-year-old would be happier to receive this year!
53. Small puzzle
54. Travel DoodlePro.  We just brought this back out and my older two have had a lot of fun practicing their letters and words (and drawing, of course!).
55. Travel Spirograph
56. Flashlight
57. Wikki Stix
58. Headphones
59. Magnifying glass
60. Yo-yo

American Tourister Disney Luggage Tag, Mickey Mouse, One Size

Paliston Kid’s Bike Bell, Bicycle Bell for Girls, Bike Horn, Toddler Bike Bells (Pink & Purple)

61. Fun luggage tag
62. Key chain
63. Glider kit
64. CD. Music is magical for my kids in the car – we like to keep a few kids’ CDs on hand for road trips.
65. Movie. As we all know, kids will happily watch their favourite movie over and over (and over and over…) again.
66. Glow stick
67. Magnets. Magnets featuring their favourite characters are sure to be a hit.
68. Bike bell
69. Swim goggles
70. Jump rope

Crayola Chalk 12ct

Fubbles Bubbles No-Spill Bubbles Tumbler | Bubble toy for babies toddlers and kids of all ages | Includes 4oz bubble Solution and bubble wand (tumbler colors may vary)

71. Beach ball
72. Sidewalk chalk
73. Bubbles
74. Gift certificate for frozen yogurt or mini golf.
75. Movie ticket

Clothing & Accessories 

I’m all about filling their stockings with items they need anyway!

ooohyeah Kids Fuzzy Funny Animal Slippers, Cute Non-Slip Winter Warm House Shoes for Boys & Girls, Shoe Size 1-4

ANTSANG 3 Pairs Kids Merino Wool Ski Socks Boys Girls Thermal Thick Warm Winter Cozy Socks for Skiing Snowboarding

76. Slippers
77. Socks.  Go practical with cozy wool socks for winter activities, or choose fun socks featuring their favourite character.
78. Mittens
79. Hat. A sun hat or ball cap for summer and warmer climates.
80. Toque. A must-have for winter climates.

GEEAD Small Glitter Wallet for Women Girls Mini Coin Purse Pouches with Key Ring

RAOEXI Winter Ear Muffs For Kids Warm Furry Knit Girls Earmuffs Boys Baby Plush Toddler Ear Warmers Outdoor Ear Covers

81. Ear muffs. Another fun accessory for winter climates.
82. Underwear
83. Sunglasses.  Another practical item that’s always getting lost or broken in our house.
84. Belt
85. Watch.  Perfect for an early elementary-aged child who’s just learning to tell time.
86. Clothing Labels.  We love the Mabel’s Labels clothing labels to help ensure that their clothing actually comes home with them.
87. Apron.  A practical gift for a little one who enjoys helping in the kitchen.
88. Wallet.  Grandma and Grandpa bought my boys wallets for their birthdays this year, and I was surprised by what a big hit they were.  This is another one that’s fantastic for early elementary-aged children who are learning about money.
89. Coin purse
90. Costume jewellery

Food & Drink

Often a favourite part of the stocking, I like to include special treats that they don’t normally get to have.

PEZ Spider-Man Candy Dispenser – Marvel Spiderman Pez Dispenser with Candy Refills | Party Favors, Grab Bags

Football Hot Chocolate Bomb Gift Set 2 Pack- Hot Chocolate Bombs, Hot Cocoa Bombs, Hot Chocolate Bombs Bulk, Hot Coco Bombs, Hot Cocoa Bomb Gift Set, Chocolate Football Candy

91. Mandarin orange.  We always had a mandarin orange in the toe of our stocking growing up, and we’ve continued the tradition with our kids.
92. Candy.  Their favourite treat is guaranteed to make them smile.
93. Candy cane.  A classic, and surprisingly popular with my older kids.
94. Lollipop or ring pop
95. PEZ dispenser.  PEZ dispensers with their favourite characters are always a win around here.
96. Kinder Surprise Egg
97. Chocolate Santa.  Or any other novelty chocolate.
98. Fruit snacks.  My kids are very excited when they get fruit snacks like Fruit by the Foot (and I laugh remembering how they basically counted as a serving of fruit when we were kids!).
99. Rice Krispie square
100. Hot chocolate.  A single serving package of specialty hot chocolate makes a special winter treat.  

Constructive Eating – Toddler Utensils Made in USA – Construction Silverware for Toddlers – Construction Utensils for Kids – Construction Eating Set with Excavator Fork and Spoon – Constructive Eats

Bumkins Reusable Snack Bags, for Kids School Lunch and for Adults Portion, Washable Fabric, Waterproof Cloth Zip Bag, Supplies Travel Pouch, Food-Safe, 2-pk Watercolors and Brushstrokes

101. Chips.  Surely I’m not the only one with individual bags of chips left over from Halloween? 🙂
102. Goldfish
103. Mini cereal.  This is another tradition from when I was a kid that we’ve passed on to our children.  We always received one of those single serve containers of cereal, which was quickly devoured on Christmas morning.
104. Juice box.  Juice boxes are a special treat around here, and my kids are thrilled to receive them in their stockings.
105. Silly straws
106. Construction eating utensils.  These are adorable, and a surefire hit with any truck-obsessed child.
107. Water bottle.  These are our favourite.
108. Reusable snack bag
109. Recipe book.  This could be a cookbook aimed a children, or make your own recipe book featuring your family’s favourite recipes.

Hygiene & Personal Care

Finally, another practical category to round out their stockings.

Goody Kids Headband – Rainbow Print – Comfort Fit for All Day Wear – For All Hair Types – Hair Accessories

Crayola Colorful Scented Bath Bombs 7Ct

110. Fun bandaids.  These are a staple in my kids’ stockings every year.
111. Shampoo
112. Leave-in conditioner.  This is a must-have product for us for combing through our daughter’s hair.
113. Hair ties
114. Hair bows
115. Headband
116. Bubble bath.  Who doesn’t love a bubble bath?
117. Body wash
118. Bath crayons.  My boys loved these when they were younger (I recommend testing them before you let your kids loose – some of them are harder to remove than others).
119. Bath toys.  We particularly like Boon bath toys, Yookidoo bath toys, and Green Toys bath toys.
120. Bath bombs.  These are on my list for my kids this year.

Lip Smacker Lippy Pal Unicorn Flavored Lip Balm | Clear Matte | Unicorn Magic | For Kids, Girls | Stocking Stuffer | Christmas Gift

Piggy Paint | 100% Non-Toxic Girls Nail Polish | Safe, Cruelty-free, Vegan, & Low Odor for Kids | Loud & Proud (6 Polish Set)

121. Lip gloss
122. Toothbrush.  Toothbrushes aren’t that exciting, but they can be if they feature their favourite character!
123. Toothpaste
124. Flossers.  These are way easier than dental floss for our kids.
125. Nail polish.  Piggy Paint is a great non-toxic option for little ones who love to have their nails painted.
126. Nail stickers
127. Night light

I hope this post gave you some new ideas for stocking stuffers for your kids.  If you’ve got unique ideas that I haven’t included, I’d love to hear them!