50 Best Stocking Stuffers for Toddlers
From bath toys to finger puppets, here are great gifts to fill up their Christmas stocking.
Yes, toddlerhood includes the dreaded terrible twos and three-nager stages, but come Christmas season, seeing little ones experience the magic of the holidays for the first time will make all the meltdowns and mini melodrama worthwhile. Watch their eyes light up on Christmas morning with a Santa-approved stocking stuffed with toys and activities—from books to bath toys to board games. We've rounded up 50 of our favorite stocking stuffers for toddlers below!
These toddler stocking stuffers are sure to engage, excite and entertain their little brains, and in some cases, they'll even encourage independent play that will provide mom and dad with a (much-needed, we're sure!) break.
By the way—we've got stocking stuffer lists for the big kids, teenagers too, just consider us your helpful stocking shopping elves!
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50 Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Toddlers
Mix It Up! Board Book for Toddler & Baby by Hervé Tullet, $13.22 on Amazon
Mix It Up! (Herve Tullet)
Think of Mix it Up! as a mess-free way for kids to learn about transforming colors (and following directions!). By opening the book, little readers enter an interactive world of whimsy and wonder, where colors vanish as quickly as they appear, and an artist's instruction (and a little imagination) create page-turning magic. Mix It Up! Board Book by Hervé Tullet, $13.22, Amazon
3 2 1 Awesome! Board Book, $8.50 on Amazon
3 2 1 Awesome!: 20 Fearless Women Who Dared to Be Different
Your tot's first sentence just might be "Girl Power!" after reading 3, 2, 1 Awesome! Fit for a budding baby feminist, Eva Chen's board book shines a spotlight on 20 amazing women—including Sonia Sotomayor and Greta Thunberg—while teaching toddlers how to count. 3 2 1 Awesome! Board Book, $8.50, Amazon
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Baby Astrology Board Books, $8 at Uncommon Goods
Whether you have an adventurous Aries or a loving Leo, introduce your child to their star sign with these beautifully illustrated board books. Each page imparts positive, gentle wisdom while celebrating the characteristics that make each sign special. Baby Astrology Board Books, $8, Uncommon Goods
Bitty's Bear Friend & Opposites All Around Board Book, $20 at American Girl
Snuggle up for a story with this adorable set. The Bitty Baby miniature board book and 6-inch knit fabric plush bear stand up as a sweet solo gift, and are even more perfect when paired with a baby doll — the miniature duo are sized just right as doll accessories. Bitty's Bear Friend & Opposites All Around Board book, $20, American Girl
Brannan Bear Toy, $14.95 at Gap
Leave it to Gap to have a mascot so unbearably cute, we have to take him home. With cozy faux-fur and clocking in at just 7 inches tall, this stocking stuffer has all the makings of your little one's new best friend and cuddle buddy. Brannan Bear Toy, $14.95, Gap
Disney Parks Wishables Mystery Plush – Pinocchio, $14.99 at Shop Disney
Give the gift of excitement with a mystery plush! Your kiddo won't know what to expect until they open up the mystery Pinocchio packaging to reveal a favorite character from the classic Disney movie. Luckily, all four micro plush are so adorable, every pack is a winner! Disney Parks Wishables Mystery Plush – Pinocchio, $14.99, Shop Disney
Mary Meyer Lion WubbaNub Pacifier Plush, $17.99 at The Paper Store
You may be ready for your little one to ditch the pacifier, but until that day comes this Lion WubbaNub Pacifier plush features a huggable friend for toddlers to love. And no worries for teething tots: the pacifier tip is BPA and latex-free. Mary Meyer Lion WubbaNub Pacifier Plush, $17.99, The Paper Store
Warmies Heatable Plush Sloth, $24.99 on Amazon
Warmies Microwavable French Lavender Scented Plush Sloth
Warm their hands and hearts with this huggable heatable plush sloth. For a tot that struggles to sleep, the Warmies Heatable Plush is naturally weighted and gently scented with real dried French lavender to soothe and calm. Warmies Heatable Plush Sloth, $24.99, Amazon
Carter's Elephant Plush Security Blanket, $13.50 at Kohl’s
If your toddler is anything like... well, every toddler we know, they won't do much of anything without their favorite fuzzy friend in tow. Little ones will love to snuggle and sleep with the super soft Carter's Elephant Plush Security Blanket. And good news parents: it's durable and machine washable, too! Carter's Elephant Plush Security Blanket, $13.50, Amazon
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Lil’ Dimpl, $8.95 at Fat Brain Toys
Like a pop-it toy for tots, this squishy sidekick has serious grow-with-me potential: It's made entirely of soft silicone that's safe to chew for teething toddlers, and even preschoolers will appreciate the fun of poking and popping the bubble over and over again. Lil' Dimpl, $8.95, Fat Brain Toys
Fisher-Price® Little People 5-Pack Community Helpers Figures, $17.99 on Amazon
Little People Community Helpers Figure Pack
Kiddos can play pretend with the familiar figures in their neighborhood — this Fisher-Price Little People set comes with five common community characters including a doctor, veterinarian, police officer, teacher and firefighter. Fisher-Price Little People 5-Pack Community Helpers Figures, $17.99, Amazon
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer 5-Piece Finger Puppet Set, $7.99 at Buy Buy Baby
Toddlers can reenact scenes from the beloved Christmas special or let their imagination run wild creating countless sequels with the Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer 5-Piece Finger Puppet Set. This handy holiday gift is waterproof for bath or pool time play, and the squishy plastic puppets are perfectly sized for little hands. Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer 5-Piece Finger Puppet Set, $7.99, Buy Buy Baby
Wood Trumpet Toy , $10.95 on Amazon
Tovip 3Pcs Wood Musical Instrument Toys Small Buglet Wooden Vertical Whistle Small Speakers Trumpet Toy Children Toy(Random)
Made for a mini musician, this lightweight wooden horn is easy to play (just hold and blow) and sized for little hands. The horn is designed without sharp angles, so it's safe to hold, and its colorful pattern will have tots begging to begin their music education before the first day of pre-school. Tovip Wood Trumpet Toy, $10.95, Amazon
Farmstand Mara-Corns, $8 at SKIP*HOP
Your little one will find their rhythm in no time with this a-maize-ing maraca set. These shakers are light enough for the littlest one to hold, and each features a unique rattle sound. Oversized handles are easy to grasp or tie onto a stroller for on-the-go fun. Farmstand Mara-Corns, $8, Skip*Hop
SKIP*HOP® ZOO® Shake It Up Smoothie Narwhal Set, $13.99, Buy Buy Baby
Who doesn't love a game of restaurant? Your kiddo can play smoothie store owner and prepare her own delicious 'drinks' with this Shake it Up Smoothie set. Tots practice hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills as they create their fruity concoction. Skip*Hop Zoo Shake It Up Smoothie Narwhal Set, $13.99, Buy Buy Baby
The First Years Stack & Count Cups, $4.99 at Walmart
Sometimes, a classic toy is a classic toy for a reason. Little learners are endlessly enthralled by colorful toy cups, which can be nested, stacked (and knocked down!) again and again. Each brightly colored cup has a large number embossed on the base to introduce them to counting and number recognition, and a hole at the bottom for bath time fun. The First Years Stack & Count Cups, $4.99, Walmart
Melissa & Doug Stacking Construction Vehicles Set, $34.94 on Amazon
Melissa & Doug Stacking Construction Vehicles Wooden Toy Set
Get the playdate rolling with this bulldozer, dump truck and cement mixer set. Each comes with stacking parts, to take apart and rebuild over and over again. Melissa & Doug Stacking Construction Vehicles Set, $34.94, Amazon
Jack Rabbit Creations Barnyard Sort & Play, $36, Maisonette
Fun, educational and beautifully crafted— the trifecta of long-lasting toddler toys. This wooden sorter box comes with 6 stand-alone animal characters that encourage shape and sorting skills and imaginative pretend play. Jack Rabbit Creations Barnyard Sort & Play, $36, Maisonette
Lovevery Black and White Cards, $7 at Lovevery
These image cards are the perfect gift to grow with your baby (or to entertain big and little siblings at once): the high-contrast images help to strengthen your little one's vision in the early months, and then transition into playful flashcards to develop vocabulary skills as they start talking. Made with no-tear paper (and soy-based ink), they're practically toddler-proof! Lovevery Black and White Cards, $7, Lovevery
My First Brain Quest Q&A Cards, $8.54 on Amazon
My First Brain Quest Q&A Cards: 350 Questions to Build Your Toddler's Word Skills. Teacher Approved! (Brain Quest Decks)
Pre-school prep! My First Brain Quest features hundreds of age-appropriate questions focused on vocabulary building to help instill a love of learning before they even step in a classroom. My First Brain Quest Q&A Cards, $8.54, Amazon
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Spanish-to-English Flash Cards Ring, $11 on Amazon
Mudpuppy Illustrated Spanish to English Flash Cards – 26 Double-Sided Flash Cards on a Reclosable Ring, Spanish/English Learning Games for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Your soon-to-be bilingual baby will master 26 nouns in Spanish and English with this durable flashcard set. Each card features both languages and a colorful illustration to strengthen word association. Mudpuppy Illustrated Spanish-to-English Flash Cards Ring, $11, Amazon
Baby & Toddler To Do Cards, $20 at Uncommon Goods
Days with your kiddo are priceless, but they're also very, very long when you're on the 100th round of peek-a-boo or hide and seek. Expand your playtime repertoire with these activity cards — each developed to build bonds and develop motor and language skills. Graduate from the Baby Edition to more advanced activities in the Toddler Edition when your little one's skillset says so. Baby & Toddler To Do Cards, $20, Uncommon Goods
Think Fun Roll and Play, $24.99 on Amazon
Think Fun Roll and Play Game for Toddlers - Your Child's First Game! Award Winning and Fun Toddler Toy for Parents and Kids 18 Months and Older, Multicolor
Little ones will have as much fun rolling the oversized game cube as they will following the instructions on the 48 game cards — each one designed to encourage creativity, active play and gross motor skills. Think Fun Roll and Play, $24.99, Amazon
LEGO DUPLO Town Truck & Tracked Excavator, $19.99 at Barnes & Noble
Baby builders will delight in a LEGO set that's just their size. This interactive 20-piece LEGO DUPLO construction site is designed for open-ended play and includes a tipper truck, excavator with a rotating cabin and movable shovel and a boulder to scoop up! LEGO DUPLO Town Truck & Tracked Excavator, $19.99, Barnes & Noble
Peaceable Kingdom Monkey Around Game, $21.95 on Amazon
Peaceable Kingdom Monkey Around Game
Introduce little ones to the fun of board games with this made-for-toddlers non-competitive game. The Monkey Around cards challenge pint-sized players to practice newly-learned (or nearly-mastered) skills together like balancing, hopping and marching. Peaceable Kingdom Monkey Around Game, $21.95, Amazon
Play-Doh Starter Set, $7.19 on Amazon
Play-Doh Starter Set
This Play-Doh starter set includes everything your tot needs to build, cut, roll and shape whatever their imagination can dream up. The kit comes in a reusable storage tote to take on the go. Play-Doh Starter Set, $7.19, Amazon
Creativity for Kids Make Your Own Sock Puppets, $16.19 on Amazon
Creativity for Kids My First Sock Puppets for Kids - Create and Play Activity for Preschoolers, Makes 3 Plush Hand Puppets - Mess Free Crafts for Toddlers
This kit features a no-mess craft and an opportunity for creative play — little ones will love designing their own sock puppet using peel-and-stick shapes and then engaging their imagination to tell stories with their new puppet pals. Creativity for Kids My First Sock Puppets, $16.19, Amazon
Ballet Bath Squirt Toy Set, $34.14 on Amazon
Best Elegant Baby 6 Piece Bath Time Fun Rubber Water Squirties, Ballerina Monkey, Elephant, Animal Squirt Toys
Parents beware: stay out of the splash zone! These ballerinas may seem sweet, but with their easy-to-fill design (yes, even for the tiniest toddler hands), your little one will be squirting everything in sight. Ballet Bath Squirt Toy Set, $34.14, Amazon
Zoo Mix & Match Flippers, $5.40 at SKIP*HOP
Tub time will never be the same with this fin-tastic floating mix and match mermaid set. Designed to twist apart, tots will love changing out the mermaid tails to create new and funny creatures. Zoo Mix & Match Flippers Baby Bath Toy, $5.40, Skip*Hop
Melissa & Doug Maritime Mates 3-pc. Boat Parade Set, $13.95 at Kohl’s
Oh buoy! Kiddos will have a splash bash with this nautical 3-piece set. Made for pool or bath fun, the boats link together to line up the parade in any order. Melissa & Doug Maritime Mates 3-pc Boat Parade Set, $13.95, Kohl's
Munchkin Bubble Bestie Elephant Bath Toy, $4.97 on Amazon
Munchkin Bubble Bestie Elephant Bubbler Baby and Toddler Bath Toy
Turn the next bubble bath into double bubble fun with the addition of this toy. This bubble blower keep the suds continuously flowing while your little one gets clean. The one-way mouthpiece prevents accidental swallowing of bubbles or soap too. Munchkin Bubble Bestie Elephant Bath Toy, $4.97, Amazon
4-Piece Farm Animal Finger Puppet Set, $11.99 on Amazon
Magic Years Plastic Finger Puppets, 4 Piece Farm Animals
Old McDonald had a farm and now your kiddo can too! E I E I O your way through bath time (fussy bather? take note — these friendly farm animal faces are a welcome distraction!) with the Magic Years 4-Piece Plastic Farm Animal Puppet Set. Simply slip the puppets on each finger and entertain away. Magic Years Plastic Finger Puppets 4-Piece Farm Animals, $11.99, Amazon
Zoo Stack & Pour Buckets, $8 at SKIP*HOP
Toddlers will soak up the fun at bath time with these friendly-faced nesting buckets. Your little one will build motor skills exploring the different sprinkle effects as they stack, pour and drain tub water in a variety of ways. Zoo Stack & Pour Buckets Baby Bath Toy, $8, Skip*Hop
Munchkin Washable Draw Bath Crayons, $9.89 at Walmart
Picasso, step aside. Made to wash right off of slick slippery surfaces (like bathroom tile), your tot can draw a new masterpiece each evening with these washable bath crayons, turning tub time into a creative experience. Now that's good (squeaky) clean fun! Munchkin Washable Draw Bath Crayons, $9.89, Walmart
Sun Bum Baby Bum Sunscreen Gift Set, $22.89 on Amazon
Sun Bum Baby Bum Duke’s Sunscreen Gift Set | Travel Sized SPF 50 Mineral Sun Protection Lotion and Face Stick for Sensitive Skin with Duke Knit Toy | Fragrance Free | Gluten Free and Vegan, Yellow
The Sun Bum Baby Bum Duke's Sunscreen Gift set includes gentle, plant-based Fragrance Free SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion, Fragrance Free SPF 50 Face Stick and an adorable knit monkey toy. Sun Bum Baby Bum Sunscreen Gift Set, $22.89, Amazon
Welly Unicorn Bravery Badges, $7.99 at Welly
Whether your toddler is truly nursing a boo-boo or just going through their band-aid addiction stage, Welly's bravery badge stick-ons take first-aid fashion to new heights. Their flexible fabric and strong adhesive will get kids safely through life's little accidents. Welly Unicorn Bravery Badges, $7.99, Welly
Toddler Whaler Mesh, $12 at Herschel Supply Co.
Call it a stylish staple: This lightweight snapback cap is adjustable, so it can grow with your little one throughout their early years. Toddler Whaler Mesh, $12, Herschel Supply Co., $12, Herschel
Toddler Soft Cotton Bow Headbands, $14.99 on Amazon
Headband Girl Cute Baby Toddler Rabbit Ear Hair Bands Soft Cotton bow Headbands Kids Girls Hair Accessories Head Wrap (10Pcs) (a)
Complete her #OOTD with the Tinnyfy 10-pack of bow headbands. The fun colors and prints add flare, while the soft knitted fabric will keep your kiddo comfortable. Tinnyfy Toddler Rabbit Ear Soft Cotton Bow Headbands (10pc), $14.99, Amazon
Winter Fleece Hat, Scarf and Gloves Set, $17.99 on Amazon
3Pcs Kids Winter Knitted Hat Scarf Gloves Set with Warm Fleece Lined Christmas Gift for Children Girls Boys of 3-6 Years
Keep your tiny fashionista warm and toasty with a trendy 3 piece winter fleece set. This ultra-plush trio includes a scarf, a pom hat and a pair of gloves. Choose between pink or blue. H 3pc Kids Winter Knitted Hat, Scarf, Gloves Set, $17.99, Amazon
Critter Scandi Hat and Mitten Set, $9.99 on Amazon
PEAK 2 PEAK Boys Fleece Bear Face Critter Scandi Hat and Mitten Set - 2-4 Toddler
As the temperatures drop, your cub will stay cozy with this beary warm hat and matching micro-fleece-lined mittens. Peak 2 Peak Critter Scandi Hat and Mitten Set, $9.99, Amazon
Sequin Unicorn Beanie Hat, $12.99 on Amazon
Little Girls Winter Sequin Unicorn Beanie Hat with Pom Pom Knit Cap for Kids Baby Toddler Pink
Fashion meets function: This soft knit beanie will keep their little head warm all winter long, and the whimsical details — including sequins, pom pom and unicorn face — are so cute we bet your tot will be begging to don the topper well into spring! Sequin Unicorn Beanie Hat, $12.99, Amazon
Toddler Sesame Street Gripper Calf Sock 4-Pack, $38 at Bombas
Teach your tot early about the season of giving with these Sesame Street socks. Not only are the cushioned footbed and seamless toe a crowd-pleaser for Oscar-the-grouchy little ones who would rather run barefoot than slip on a pair of socks, with every purchase of an article of clothing, Bombas donates another one to help support the homeless community. Bombas Toddler Sesame Street Gripper Calf Sock 4-Pack, $38, Bombas
Disney Collection Jasmine Costume Tiara, $12 at JCPenney
With shiny gemstones and gold coloring so dazzling it looks like it was swiped straight from the Caves of Wonder, your pretty pretty princess will feel like the real deal with this Jasmine Costume tiara. Hair combs keep the crown comfortably in place for magic carpet rides and more. Disney Collection Jasmine Costume Tiara, $12, JCPenney
Digger Truck Baby Plate & Utensils, $25 at Uncommon Goods
Make mealtime fun with this adorable construction zone dining set. Toddlers transitioning from finger foods to utensils will find these tot-sized tools easy to handle, and for the most enthusiastic eaters, the set uses suction cups to help little workers stay on (tidy) task. Digger Truck Baby Plate & Utensils, $25, Uncommon Goods
Montessori Placemat & Utensils, $35 at Lovevery
No tot is too young to start learning useful skills and independence. Watch your little one break into the biggest smile when they set their place 'just like the grown ups,' by following this colorful placemat guide. Stainless steel utensils and organic cotton napkins (with special stitching for folding practice) strengthen their fine motor skills, too. Montessori Placemat &. Utensils, $35, Lovevery
Magic Wand, $6 at SKIP*HOP
Your little one will enter an imaginary world of kingdoms and castles with the help of their trusty magic wand. The sparkling light-up star and spellbinding sound effects elevate the enchanting experience. Magic Wand, $6, Skip*Hop
Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Game Controller, $7.69 at Kohl’s
Each component of the Laugh & Learn Game controller offers a different challenge for little hands learning fine motor skills: Press the ABCD shape buttons and directional number pad, move the joystick, slide the clicker disc and toggle the switch to trigger exciting lights and sounds. Plus, it teaches shapes, colors, numbers and plays fun songs and sound effects. Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Game Controller, $7.69, Kohl's
Paw Patrol Chase & Marshall Walkie Talkies, $19.99 on Amazon
New PAW Patrol Walkie Talkies - Set of 2 Kids Walkie Talkies Chase and Marshall – Excellent Walkie Talkies for Toddlers
Kiddos can keep in constant room-to-room contact about their very own rescue missions while playing with these Paw Patrol Chase & Marshall Walkie Talkies. A toddler-friendly design (simply push the button to talk) means mom might just get a break while the kids play, too! Paw Patrol Walkie Talkies, $19.99, Amazon
LeapFrog® Blue's Clues™ Really Smart Handy Dandy Notebook, $13.99 at Buy Buy Baby
Although they're likely already infatuated with your smartphone, toddlerhood might be tad early for baby's first tablet, luckily LeapFrog Blue's Clues Really Smart Handy Dandy Notebook might just be the next best thing. The interactive notebook is styled with app-like buttons that, when pressed, teach children about shapes, colors, hand-washing, and more. LeapFrog Blue's Clues Really Smart Handy Dandy Notebook, $13.99, Buy Buy Baby
PBS Kids Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood™ Christmas Ornament, $16.99 at Buy Buy Baby
Your little one will love seeing their name right next to Daniel Tiger on the tree! This grr-ific (as Daniel would say) ornament is a one-of-a-kind gift sure to make them smile. Customize the ceramic bauble with up to 9 characters, and order early to ensure the personalization arrives on time! PBS Kids Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood Christmas Ornament, $16.99, Buy Buy Baby
