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! Here at Parade.com, we’re all about sharing products we love with our audience. When you make a purchase on an item seen on this page, we may earn a commission, however, all picks are independently chosen unless otherwise mentioned.
50 Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Toddlers
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
Carter’s Elephant Plush Security Blanket, $13.50 at Kohl’s
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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