Choosing stocking stuffers for toddlers (and the littlest family members) can be a tricky task. It is just one more thing on your long list of Christmas “To-dos”. Here is a quick list to help you check off at least one item and enjoy the holidays just a little more.
Stocking Stuffer #1: Finger Puppets
Finger puppets are an absolute win for toddler stocking stuffers! They’re tiny enough to fit perfectly, yet packed with endless fun. Kids love slipping them on their fingers and making up silly voices or stories (okay, you’ll be doing most of the voices).
They’re also fantastic for sparking creativity and boosting fine motor skills. And of course, we sing with them! Plus, they’re lightweight and easy to carry around, making them the ultimate toy for road trips, waiting rooms, or quiet play at home!
Stocking Stuffer #2: Snack-sized Cereal Boxes
Snack-sized cereal boxes are a stocking stuffer slam dunk for toddlers! We do not have cereal a lot in our home, so this is a special treat.
They’re colorful, fun, and filled with yummy bites that little ones love. Perfect for on-the-go munching or a quick snack, these mini boxes make mealtime feel like an adventure.
Plus, they double as a fun toy until you can get some time to get them open—shake them like maracas or stack them like blocks before digging in. Practical and playful. A perfect stocking stuffer for toddlers.
Stocking Stuffer #3: Small Magna-Tiles
Small Magna-Tiles (or as they call them: microMAGS…cute!)are a stocking stuffer jackpot for toddlers! These are a little on the expensive side, but they are durable and a just a great toy in general.
These little magnetic wonders let kids build towers, shapes, and creations limited only by their imagination. They’re easy to snap together and pull apart, making them perfect for tiny hands and growing minds.
Plus, they’re quiet (thank you!) and portable (you build them on the lid), so they’re great for keeping toddlers entertained on the go. Fun, educational, and endlessly engaging—Magna-Tiles are a gift that keeps on giving!
Stocking Stuffer #4: Toddler Sunglasses
Toddler sunglasses are a stocking stuffer with serious cool factor! Not only do they protect little eyes from the sun, but they also make toddlers feel like absolute rock stars. And hopefully it helps your little human not want to grab yours as often?
Whether they’re strutting around the house or rocking them at the park, these pint-sized shades are both practical and adorable.
Bonus: they come in so many fun shapes and colors, your toddler will love picking their favorite pair…just do a little internet search. So many options. Style, protection, and smiles—what’s not to love?
Stocking Stuffer #5: Mini Flashlights
Mini flashlights are a stocking stuffer that will light up your toddler’s world—literally!
Kids love exploring with their very own little flashlight, whether it’s for a shadow show on the walls, a pretend camping adventure, or just shining it into every corner they can find.
They’re great for sparking curiosity and fostering imaginative play. Plus, they’re the perfect size for tiny hands.
Stocking Stuffer #6: Silly Straws
Silly straws are a stocking stuffer that turns every sip into a giggle-worthy adventure! These colorful, twisty straws make even plain water feel like a party. My kids love water with a silly straw over juice with no straw.
My toddlers will love watching their drink swirl through the crazy loops as they slurp it up. Plus, they’re great for encouraging hydration and adding some fun to snack time. Durable and reusable, they’re a playful pick that’s a great stocking stuffer for toddlers. Sip, swirl, and smile!
Stocking Stuffer #7: Rubber Ducks
Little rubber ducks are a fantastic (quack-tastic…?) stocking stuffer every toddler needs! These cheerful, squishy companions are perfect for bath time adventures, water play, or just waddling around the house. T
They come in all kinds of fun colors and themes, turning any tub into a duck pond of delight. My little toddlers line them up like a mini duck parade. Simple, cute, and endlessly entertaining.
Stocking Stuffer #8: Water coloring books (Water WOW!)
Water Wow books are a magical stocking stuffer for toddlers that they will adore! These reusable activity books let kids “paint” colorful pictures with just water—no mess, no stress. As the pages dry, the colors disappear, so they can play again and again.
Perfect for quiet time, travel, or waiting rooms, Water Wow books are fun, easy, and great for boosting fine motor skills and creativity. It’s like having a mini art studio in a book! We like these Melissa & Doug “Water WOWs”, but there are endless water painting books. All sorts of themes and characters.
Stocking Stuffer #9: Toothbrush (with favorite character)
A toothbrush with their favorite character is a stocking stuffer that’s as practical as it is exciting! Also once again, so many options out there.
Toddlers will be thrilled to see their beloved superhero, princess, or cartoon buddy on something they use every day. It makes brushing teeth feel less like a chore and more like a fun routine with a familiar friend. Plus, it’s a great way to encourage good dental habits early on. Clean teeth, happy toddler, and fewer bedtime battles!
Stocking Stuffer #10: Stickers
Stickers are the ultimate stocking stuffer that toddlers can’t resist! I do not have enough good things to say about stickers. I think they are a perfect alternative if you are lacking stamina for the crayons.
From animals to vehicles to sparkly shapes, there’s a sticker for every little personality. They’re perfect for decorating paper, water bottles, or even themselves (don’t worry, they peel off!). S
tickers also help toddlers develop fine motor skills and creativity as they peel, stick, and create their own little masterpieces. REALLY affordable, fun, and endlessly entertaining, stickers are a small gift with big smiles!
Really, stickers I think are a busy mom’s biggest helper!
I hope this list of stocking stuffers for toddlers gives you a little bit of Christmas relief.
If you have any more ideas, I would love to hear them. Share them below!
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