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Sustainable Stocking Stuffers for Kids
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items I LOVE the tradition of Christmas stockings. At the same time, I don't love to fill my children's stockings with candy or with lots of knickknacks that will end up broken or forgotten in a drawer in a few months' time. Here are some of the criteria I...
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Fun themed BAND-AIDS are always a hit in our stockings!
BAND-AID Disney Classic Adhesive Bandages 20ct
Lip balm in a fun scent is practical and exciting!
eos Natural Shea Lip Balm- Birthday Cake
This beautiful oil pastel set is surprisingly cheap and perfect for the budding artist.
Pentel Arts Oil Pastels, 16 Color Set
These erasers are THE BEST - they erase perfectly without leaving any marks. Any art-obsessed kid needs some in their stocking.
STAEDTLER Mars Plastic Vinyl Erasers 4-Pack
A tray of watercolors is a classic and fits perfectly in a stocking!
Prang Oval Pan Watercolor Paint Set, 8 Colors
What kid doesn't love tape? My kids love using their masking tape for art and inventions all the time.
MR Pen- Colored Masking Tape, 6 Pack
Can't go wrong with some classic Crayola markers. Perfect for preschoolers!
Crayola Broad Line Markers, Classic, 10 Ct
Glittery gel pens are so fun for any kid who loves to draw or journal.
linc Shine Glitter Gel Pen, 10 CT Assorted
These little hairbrushes are adorable and a bargain.
Wet Brush Squirt Mini Detangling Brush Sky
Any kiddo with long hair can always use a new pack of hair ties!
Goody Ouchless Forever Hair Elastics - 10 Ct
For the reader in your family, these 3D bookmarks are so fun. They come in lots of different designs, from animals and dinosaurs to spaceships, and the pictures move when you move the bookmark!
3D LiveLife Leopard Lenticular Bookmark
I think my kids would be happy if their stockings were filled with just Hot Wheels! Pro tip: you can find the best price on these at Dollar Tree or Kroger.
Hot Wheels Gordon Murry T 50S HW Exotics 7/10
My kids love these snacks. I love that they're made with real fruit. Each pack also has a collectible animal card inside, which feels kind of nostalgic - like finding a prize in the cereal box!
Bear Raspberry Fruit Yo Yo's 5 Count, .7 OZ
$5-10
My son LOVES his mini harmonica. You can also get these on a necklace for around $15.
Hohner Accordions M108 Keychain, Original Version
For any train-loving kiddo, this USA-made wooden train whistle with a sound indication chart is a must.
Maple Landmark Wooden Train Whistle USA
A tin kaleidoscope is a nostalgic pick and a fun way for kids explore light and color.
Schylling Classic Tin Kaleidoscope Toy
For nature-loving kids, breaking open a geode is an exciting project and the perfect addition to a rock collection.
Break Your Own Moroccan Crystal Quartz Geodes
We always do toothbrushes in our stockings. I love that these ones are made with sustainable and nontoxic materials, but still have some fun color for kids.
Sea Turtle Bamboo Toothbrushes Soft Kids 4 Pack
Mess-free and reusable, Wikki Stix are a perfect art and sensory toy for home and on the go. They come in a handy storage tube too!
Wikki Stix Doodler Travel Toy - 24 Wax Sticks
My son received this as a gift at 3, and it's one of his favorite games. Fun for the whole family and easy for the littlest players to join in!
Mattel UNO Junior Card Game for Kids 3+
Spot It! is another favorite game in our house. Flip over two cards, and the first person to spot match wins the pair!
Asmodee Spot It! Classic Card Game 2024
For older kids who enjoy puzzles and brain teasers, Kanoodle is a fun, pocket-sized game that includes 101 different puzzles.
Educational Insights Kanoodle 3D Brain Teaser
The yoyo is another nostalgic toy and a great screen-free hobby for any kid to pick up.
Duncan Imperial Yo-Yo, Classic Beginner, Blue
Nail polish is always a fun stocking stuffer, and I love that Piggy Paint is water based and nontoxic!
Piggy Paint Non-Toxic Vegan Nail Polish Set
My kids are obsessed with socks, and we always like to add some pairs in fun patterns to their stockings.
Hot Wheels Boys' Race Car 5 Pack Crew Socks
We love our Schleich animals. They're beautiful, high-quality, and made to last. Since they're pricey, we've added to our collection slowly since my son was little.
Schleich Wild Life Giraffe Calf Toy Figurine
Christmas is the perfect time for a Play Doh restock!
Play-Doh 9 Pack Favorite Assorted Colors
These paint sticks are so fun for art-loving littles. They're soft, smooth, and blendable, but without the mess of paint.
Ooly Chunkies Easy Grip Tempera Paint Sticks, 6
I've heard these sticker stampers are super fun, and my favorite part? They're refillable! I'm excited to try them for my kids.
Melissa & Doug Sticker Wow! Mini Activity Pad
Color-changing bath books are a fun stocking stuffer for babies and toddlers. This one comes in lots of themes, including Animal Wash and Fire Brigade.
HABA Magic Muddy Day Color Changing Bath Book
$10-15
Sarah's Silks aren't cheap, but they are beautiful and high quality. We love them for dress up and pretend play. They make a great “big gift” that fits in a stocking.
Mini Rainbow Playsilk | Shop Sarah's Silks
This star streamer from Sarah's Silks is a fun, beautiful toy perfect for dancing, dress up, and pretend play.
Star Streamer
A magnifying bug catcher is the perfect gift for any child who loves exploring the outdoors.
Carson BugView 5X Magnifying Bug Catcher
I LOVE this so much. What an imaginative toy for kiddos who love sensory play and things that go. Adding these to our stockings this year!
Miniland ECO Sand Roller Road & Train Tracks
My son loves his binoculars for birdwatching and outdoor exploration. Binoculars can be tricky for little ones to use, so I love that this pair is designed just for kids!
Educational Insights GeoSafari Kidnoculars
Flashlights are as exciting as they are practical for young kids. This 4-pack can be split among several stockings.
EverBrite 4-Pack 9-LED Mini Flashlights w/ Batteries
My kids love this bath foam for pretend play with their boats and cars. We also use it for sensory trays. Since it's on the pricey side, we usually make it a stocking stuffer or birthday gift. You can save by buying it in bulk!
Mr. Bubble Foam Soap Extra Gentle