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We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed and its publishing partners may collect a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page. 25 Stocking Stuffers For Kids From Target That They'll Truly Love Nothing like marking something off your holiday to-do list now so you can actually enjoy the season. 1. A cake-themed bath bomb that includes a sweet surprise once it's dissolved. They'll love seeing this sprinkle-tastic bomb break down and turn the water blue and you'll love that it won't stain them or the tub. 2. A super popular and super fun game: Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza. With a simple concept and quick play-time, it's a game that doesn't require an entire afternoon of commitment to play and is almost universally adored. 3. A couple of hot chocolate bombs can be put in warm milk and watched as they melt, releasing marshmallows that come pouring out. Might as well throw a few others into the cart because this is genuinely the most fun way to enjoy hot chocolate all winter. 4. A 28-piece box of assorted fidgets that'll delight any fidget-obsessed kid. If you have several stockings to fill, this box has everyone covered and will still leave plenty of room in the stocking for more. 5. A two-pack of fuzzy socks for ultimate winter coziness that'll keep the holiday alive year-round. Finally, their love for Christmas and dinosaurs has made their long winter's nap dreams come true. 6. A pack of good old-fashioned Lip Smacker lip balm, because what made it great when you were a kid makes it great today. They're going to love the variety of fun flavors AND avoiding that mid-winter nose-to-chin chapped mark kids get. 7. An always classic Yo-Yo that'll fit easily in the stocking and will provide them plenty of year-round entertainment. Since it's a six-pack, you can spread the joy without anyone feeling slighted. 8. A viral screaming goat figure in a precious little holiday sweater for giggles that gift giving is MADE FOR. They're going to crack up every time they push down and the goat screams. EVERY. TIME. 9. A five-pack of Hot Wheels cars for some early morning occupation while everyone's trying to rub the sleep out of their eyes. Hot Wheels cars are loved by most kids across the board and fit seamlessly into a stocking — an easy win. 10. A NeeDoh Fuzz Ball Flower Power that adds a ~groovy~ texture to the TikTok famous NeeDoh. With the perfect blend of stress-relieving squeeze with the satisfaction of it bouncing back to its form, this fidget lives up to the hype. 11. A stopwatch because timing things is a simple fun they'll love. My kids time each other on how fast they can count to 10, how fast they can run down the hallway, or how fast they can make it from point A to point B on their bikes. Whatever keeps 'em occupied. 12. A pack of waterproof vinyl stickers to give their water bottles a little extra something AND set them apart from the water bottle explosion that is a modern-day classroom. 13. A box of crayons because their current set is probably barely hanging on at this point in the year. Throw in a coloring book to get them extra excited. 14. A box of washable sidewalk chalk so they can take their creativity outside in the fresh air where it should be for a change. Sidewalk chalk is fun for all ages and your summer stash is probably ready for a change out, anyway. 15. A learning watch because they're desperate to have a smartwatch and you're desperate not to drop a ton of cash for someone who can't find their shoes most days. This watch is inexpensive, has a few games, and will make them feel like the big kid they think they are. 16. A fun and compact Spot It! game that's fun for kids and adults alike. The concept is simple: the first person to spot a matching picture on their own card gets the one from the draw pile — making is easy enough for even an older toddler to enjoy. 17. A pack of faux hair extensions for jazzing up their outfit any day of the week. These clip in easily and add just enough pizzazz to make them fun. I get these for my kids every year and they're always a hit. 18. A set of Heeler family figurines that'll delight your little Bluey lover. There's no need for a dollhouse or any other Bluey play set to have fun with these — just some classic kid play. 19. A pack of scented slime because it's the holidays — throw 'em a bone. This pack has the added sensory elements of scents and mix-ins to keep the play interesting. 20. A fishing bath toy to provide tons of bath time fun. They're going to love "fishing" for the magnetic fish over and over. This is a compact toy that can last for years. We've had ours for six! 21. A stack of Post-it notes for writing notes and sticking them wherever they see fit. Nothing like settling in for the night and seeing 14 notes attached to your pillow. Honestly, it's such a small purchase that provides just enough novelty to be a win. 22. A flashlight so they can play unlimited games of shadow tag from here on out. Flashlights are simple fun with plenty of payoff. Plus, they're nice to have in an emergency. 23. A small Lego set to keep them occupied and focused while everyone's trying to get whatever food item needs to go in or out of the oven. 24. A reading light so they don't have to get out of their cozy cocoon of blankets to turn on a light just to read their book or graphic novel. 25. A disposable camera pre-loaded with color film to give them a taste of the ~retro days of old~ — or your childhood. They're going to have tons of fun experiencing the excitement of not knowing how their pictures will come out and even more fun once they get them developed. Why Trust BuzzFeed Shopping? BuzzFeed Shopping is service journalism first: our writers and editors spend all day shopping so you don’t have to, vetting products, fact-checking brand claims, and surfacing what actually helps in real life. We center readers over revenue, recommend products with authenticity (using real experiences, not ad-speak), and reflect our diverse audience, inclusive of a variety of price points, people, and needs. We cut through fake deals, favor useful info over glossy fluff, and recommend both budget and splurge options with context so you can decide what’s right for you — and still have a little fun along the way. Raylyn Paquin is a freelancer who has been writing for BuzzFeed Shopping for two years, with a focus on products that make parenting just a bit easier — and hopefully more fun — home decor, kitchen gadgets, and whatever deals she can scope out. When not writing, teaching, or chauffeuring her kids, she spends the wisps of her weekend watching baking shows or exploring sunny Southern California.
