10 stocking stuffer ideas for kids—for under $10
If you want to stuff stockings like a skillful specialist, you’ve come to the right place! Instead of the usual toothbrush or lip balm, this gift guide will help get your kiddos moving. And with some great stocking stuffer ideas under $10, your active kid will be thrilled with their spectacular new gifts and you’ll be thrilled with the low prices.
1. Hula Loop Plane
$6.99 | Ages 8+ | Buy here
While learning about gravity and weight distribution, your child can build their own plane! Have them release it and watch as it flies back in a loop to them. A perfect gift idea for your budding airplane enthusiasts.
2. Crayola Unicorn Rainbow Swirl Sidewalk Chalk
$6.99 | Ages 3+ | Buy here
Kids will love creating magical art with their unicorn-horn-shaped sidewalk chalk. From letters to hopscotch boards and from rainbows to flowers, there’s no limit to a child’s imagination when using this swirly, colourful chalk.
3. Oball Classic Easy-Grasp Toy
$6.99 | Ages newborn+ | Buy here
There’s a reason this ball has been on many people’s favourite lists for over 25 years. With 32 large finger holes, it’s easy for a baby to grip and work on their fine motor skills. And as they grow, babies can shake, rattle, throw, and catch the ball.
4. Beach Ball
$8 | Ages 3+ | Buy here
The beloved beach ball. Take it to an actual beach or anywhere at all to strike up a game of catch, keep-up, or (beach) volleyball. Use it with a pool noodle for a baseball game or kick it for a game of soccer. It’s a classic toy and makes for a great holiday gift.
5. Bicycle Spoke Beads
$8.99 | Ages 3+ | Buy here
While your little ones might already love riding their trike or bike, they just might love it even more when they add beads to the spokes of their tires. The beads tumble and turn, adding a special touch to their riding experience!
6. Great Pretenders Unicorn Wand
$5.99 | Ages 3+ | Buy here
With a flick of the wrist and a wave in the air, magic spells can be cast and dreams made to come true!
7. Mini Telescope
$5.99 | Ages 5+ | Buy here
With a magnification of three times, kids can take in the wonders of nature. This one is a perfect stocking stuffer for a wide range of ages—from toddler to tween.
8. Retro Yo-Yo
$9.99 | Ages 3+ | Buy here
If your child is a yo-yo beginner or a trick-specialist, this classic metal yo-yo is a smooth-operating toy that’s perfect for all.
9. Moon Torch Projector
$6.99 | Ages 5+ | Buy here
Your child can enjoy their own portable moon! Have your child turn on the moon torch and project the light onto the wall or ceiling at night. Now the moon will always be at their fingertips.
10. Slinky
$5.49 | Ages 5+ | Buy here
The classic Slinky is a toy that can be played in so many ways and in so many places. Your child can walk the Slinky down the stairs or learn to perform all kinds of fun tricks.
This holiday season, if Santa needs a little help finding the best stocking stuffer, try out one of these active toys to keep your kids entertained and moving.
