The countdown to Christmas is on! Don’t let last-minute stocking stuffer stress take away from your holiday joy. We’ve rounded up the best stocking stuffer ideas to fill your kids’ stockings with smiles and unforgettable memories. Make this holiday season one to remember!
1. Card and Dice Games
Perfect for older elementary and middle school kids, card and dice games bring friends and families together for fun and laughter. Classics like Uno have been fan favorites for decades—and now you can choose from themed versions like Disney Princess Uno! Games like these create moments your kids will treasure forever.
2. LEGO
Lego is a timeless favorite that never fails to delight. Whether it’s a classic set, themed kit or expansion pack, these bricks spark creativity and keep little hands busy for hours.
3. Slime or Putty
Slime is still all the rage, and putty is an inexpensive, mess-free alternative! Thinking Putty is a unique option to bring a little sensory fun to their stockings.
4. Fun Pens
Kids love to show off what they got for the holidays at school! Make schoolwork more exciting with colorful, whimsical pens! From unicorns to superheroes, these pens let kids do their writing in style.
5. Lip balm
Small, practical, and perfect for winter, lip balms are a great stocking stuffer idea. Bonus points for fun themes like gamer-inspired designs or tasty scents!
6. Books
Books are always a great choice, but add a special twist by getting your little reader a choose-your-own-adventure book! Kids will love being in control of the plot and experiencing a different story each time they read.
7. DIY Kits
Got a budding artist or crafty kid? DIY kits give them the gift of creativity and the joy of making something themselves. It’s a gift and an experience rolled into one!
8. New Night Light
For little ones who need a bit of comfort in the dark, a fun night light is the perfect solution. Choose one shaped like their favorite animal or character to make bedtime magical.
9. Mystery Toys
What’s more fun than a stocking surprise? A toy that’s also a surprise! Mystery toys come in all shapes and sizes, letting kids unwrap an extra layer of excitement—and maybe start a collection!
10. Novelty Treats
Why settle for ordinary candy when you can delight your kids with something unique? Novelty treats like an astronaut ice cream sandwich are fun, tasty, and unforgettable—perfect for future space explorers!
Whistle Stop is Here To Help Make Your Holiday’s Magical!
We’re a proud, family-owned toy and hobby store specializing in bringing the magic of the season to your family. We have a wide range of stocking stuffers to help you wrap the holidays up with a bow! Visit us in St. Clair Shores, Michigan, or shop online at whistle-stop.com.
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