This is my list of elementary stocking stuffers that are affordable, but still awesome! Things that you will actually keep and reuse all year long. There is something about filling a stocking that brings me so much joy, it’s one of my favorite parts of the holiday! That said it is sooooo easy to get out of control with the little stuff…so everything will be under $15 or easy to split between multiple stockings!
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Elementary stocking stuffers will look different for everyone
Some people fill the stocking with only consumables, some overfill the stocking and surround it with more presents,and some only have a few small trinkets in the stocking. Everyone’s stocking traditions are a little different and are custom fit for your family and your situation.
When it comes to my elementary stocking stuffers I try and use it as a way to restock necessities, try novelty items, add to collections, and fill in gaps in our home. This is easier to do for the first kid in the house but often times these items need replenishing or replaced as the years go on so this system seems to work for me!
Let’s Talk Elementary Kiddos
I’ll be the first to admit that I am still new to the Elementary crowd. I only have one in that range at this moment and she is newly seven. That said I have already seen how much they change in the time.
In my experience, elementary kids are confident in what they say. They are creative and independent with big plans. They are suddenly ‘big’ kids and while they have new big kid interests and skills, they still want toys and the freedom to have playtime.
My Elementary Stocking Stuffers guide will be curated for kids in the 6yo - 9yo crowd
These are the ages of big ideas, plans, and projects, the ages of holding on to childhood freedom and following passions!
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My Elementary Stocking Stuffers Categories
I have a few categories that I try and fill with each stocking. I don’t do each one every year but it does help to remind me to take stock of what we have and look ahead to see if there is anything that we will need in those categories.
The Elementary stocking stuffer categories are as follows…
Art Supplies, Tiny Toys, Games and Learning, Fidgets, Sensory Play, Kitchen Tools, Bathroom Supplies, and Practical Needs
Elementary Stocking Stuffers – Art and Crafts Supplies
- Glitter Glue
- Non Dry Clay and Clay tools
- Paintbrushes
- Alcohol markers – a larger set would be worth it if your child is very into drawing and coloring
- Upgraded color pencils – slightly over budget but if drawing is an interest to them nicer pencils are worth it!
- Hot glue gun refills
- Novelty Duct Tape
- Cardboard Construction Tools – saw, fold roller, screwdriver
Elementary Stocking Stuffers – Toys and Playtime
- Figures – Calico critters, playmobile, Harry Potter, Star Wars
- Animal figures – Schleich, Papo, Safari LTD – another item that can get over budget, not always as the prices vary, but again worth it IMO
- Legos – small build bags, unique build accessories, dots bracelet, minifigures
- Matchbox cars
- Foam Plane
- Plus plus blocks
- Brain flakes
- Novelty LED Lights
- blind bags/minis – squishville, doorables, minibrands
- Tomagotchi
- Kalimba Thumb Piano
- Harmonica
Elementary Stocking Stuffers – Games and Learning Tools
Elementary Stocking Stuffers – Fidgets and Quiet Play Toys
- Fidget Spinners
- Fidget Cubes
- NeeDoh Sensory toys – think stress balls, we have a few different ones and i really like all of the ones weve tried
- Thinking Putty
- Globbles
- Wiki sticks
Elementary Stocking Stuffers – Sensory Exploration Tools
- Puffle
- InstaSnow
- Slimebaff – slime water play without the usual risk of slime
- Liquid Droppers
- Funnels
- Test Tubes
Elementary Stocking Stuffers – Bathroom Related Needs
- Toothbrush
- Disclosing tablets
- Lipbalm
- Bathbomb
- Bathtub slime soap – over budget but easy to split between multiple stockings, and a great option if you are a slime-free home
- Bathtub Potion Kit – is slightly over $15 , but could easily be split between multiple stockings
- Hair Accessories – Scrunchies, hair clips, clip in hair
- Nail Polish
- Face and Hair Glitter
- Temp Tattoos
- Clip-on earrings
Elementary Stocking Stuffers – Kitchen Tools
- Mini Spatula Stirring Sticks
- Crazy Straws
- Cookie Press
- Rotary Whisk
- Mini Cutting Shapes
- Kids oven mitts
Elementary Stocking Stuffers – Practical Use Items
- Wallet
- Balaclava
- Knit gloves
- Walkie Talkies – over budget but very worth it and can easily be split between multiple stockings
- Yoto Cards
- Headphones
- Wristwatch
- Stop Watch
- Stubby Tools
- Headlamp
- Book Light
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