The Best Stocking Stuffers for Babies, Kids and Teens

From your youngest to oldest, we've pulled together the ultimate gift guide for stuffing your kids' stockings this season.

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December 07, 2022

When it comes to Christmas shopping, I can check the big items off my list pretty quickly. However, every year I seem to forget stocking stuffers until the last minute, so my kids' stockings end up being a jumble of randomness.

This season, I'm prepared with fun ideas for my elementary-aged kids, as well as essentials for all my nieces and nephews. These age-specific gifts are just right for every kid — from baby to teen — in your life. Here's to the year of planning the best stockings ever.

Best Stocking Stuffers for Babies

Your tiny babies are starting to explore the world around them. When filling stockings for your littlest ones, look for adorable teethers, sweet musical play items and engaging baby toys. (How fun is that koala tumbler?)

Best Stocking Stuffers for Toddlers

Our tiny movers and shakers are pretty easy to please with a stocking full of trinkets. Look for creative art supplies that are easy for little hands to hold, playful fidgets that only make a little bit of noise and tons of fun bath toys.

Best Stocking Stuffers for Elementary Kids

Elementary-aged kids have active minds and imaginations. These clever stocking stuffers will entertain their STEM and artistic sides, and most importantly, give them some non-screen activities to enjoy over the holiday break.

Best Stocking Stuffers for Tweens

Our in-between kiddos and teens need a merry mix of independent and social gifts: friendship bracelets and Scratch Art notes to share with their buddies, a sweet card game to play with the family, a crystal-growing hedgehog and a Tamagotchi digital pet to take care of on their own.

Best Stocking Stuffers for Teens

Stuff your teen's stocking with items to brighten their room like a colorful disco ball or gummy bear light. And, of course, opt for anything that enhances their always-in-their-hand phone, from a Bluetooth speaker and extra charger to a retro camera converter.

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