Fifty fun, cheap gifts for kids that are $10 or less! Perfect for Christmas, birthdays or just because. There’s something for everyone!
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I was trying to find cheap gifts for the kids on my Christmas list and as I started collecting ideas I realized that this could be super helpful to other moms and dads too!
Because aren’t we all trying to save money while at the same time wanting to find good gifts for the kids we love that will be meaningful and enjoyed a lot?
Here are the 50 cheap gifts for kids under $10 that I came up with. All of them are toys that my kids would love and are perfect for small Christmas gifts, birthday gifts or just because gifts. I hope you enjoy them!
50 Cheap Gifts for Kids that are $10 or Less
Disclaimer: Amazon prices are subject to change at any time and I obviously have no control over that. However, all of these items were $10 or less when I published this post and should hopefully stay close to that amount, allowing you to still get fun gifts without paying a lot.
1. Paint-By-Sticker
We’ve had several of these paint-by-sticker books and they’ve all been a hit with our children. They’re fun and way less messy than painting. And I love that they can be done anywhere…even on the go.
See all the options of Paint by Sticker here.
2. Lego Creator 3-in-1
Lego is always a favorite gift! This set is unique and popular. If you aren’t into critters, this 3-in-1 Aircraft set is great too.
3. Water Wow Coloring Book (lots of styles available!)
We love these coloring books! They are perfect for little kids because you “color” the page with water and bring the pictures to life. They can be used over and over and are ideal to take with you traveling too.
If you don’t care for the animal version, there are lots of other Water Wow books available too.
4. Bathtub Paint Set
Another fun bath time toy! Your kid will love being able to paint on the wall…the bathtub wall, that is.
5. No-Spill Bubble Tumbler
Our kids love this amazing little invention that lets them enjoy bubbles without worrying about spilling them. I love it too! It has saved us a lot of money and tears.
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6. Critter Habitat
Perfect for your little bug or critter collector! They’ll be able to observe their catch with this clear, lighted habitat kit.
7. Kid’s Puzzle Blocks (other styles available)
These little puzzle blocks are perfect for on-the-go fun! Lots of other designs to choose from, too.
8. Binoculars
The perfect toy for any little explorer!
9. LED Flashlight
Our kids are obsessed with flashlights right now. They love playing with them inside, using them to read in bed and love shining them outside in the dark- they’re just a total favorite!
10. Garden Tool Set with Tote
Is this not the cutest thing? Your kids can work alongside you in the garden with their very own tools!
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11. Wallet
(other styles available, including girl styles)
A super fun way for kids to stash their cash! It even has a little zippered pocket for coins.
12. Hair Chalk
Easy to apply and fun for anyone who loves to experiment with fun hair colors with the chance to easily wash it out!
13. Burt’s Bees Lip Balm
Every little girl loves having her own lip balm! And you can feel good about her slathering on way too much with this natural Burt’s Bees balm.
14. Kid’s Sunglasses
(other colors available)
Get the kids their very own pair of cool-looking shades!
15. Bracelet Making Kit
Such a great present for a little girl. This kit includes supplies to make up to 10 bracelets and is sure to give her lots of fun!
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16. Nerf Dart Blaster
These are always popular, and my kids especially love the ones like this that allow them to load several darts at a time.
17. Bicycle Noise Maker
Perfect for little hands, this cute van is sure to be loved! And the fact that the roof opens up only adds to the fun.
18. Play Road Tape
This cute truck is perfect for playing in the sand and dirt. Your kids will have so much fun loading them up and then dumping them!
19. Pull Back Racing Cars, 5 Pack
A classic gift for any Hot Wheels fan! Want to spend a little bit more? This Hot Wheels Track Builder Loop Launcher Playset
is a lot of fun, too!
20. CAT Mini Machine 5 Pack
These are great to play with as they are or you can create a mini construction site using beans and let your child enjoy using their machines to dig and haul the “stones”.
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21. Crystal Mining Kit
My kids have loved crystal mining kits like this!
22. Mini Terrarium Garden Kit
Such a fun, unique gift for kids! Not only do you get to assemble the terrarium, but you also have the fun of watching the seeds sprout and grow too.
23. Magnetic Tile Building Blocks
A fun toy that inspires creativity And reviews say that they work well with other brands of magnetic tiles as well, which is great if you just want to add more tiles to a currentl collection.
24. Slinky
Another timeless kids’ toy that your kid will have fun using on the stairs or in their hands.
25. Diamond Art Kit
These are so popular right now! And my kids have loved them. There are lots of other designs to choose from as well.
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26. Dress Up Superhero Cape
This adjustable superhero costume set is great for inspiring imagination! Lots of styles available.
27. Kid’s Broom Set
These are the perfect size for kids! They’ll have fun playing with them and they actually work well for sweeping and cleaning up messes too.
28. Kid’s Apron and Chef’s Hat (lots of colors and designs available)
This adorable set is perfect for kids who love to help in the kitchen! Great for real food prep or pretend play.
29. Rainbow Scratch Mini Notes
This little mini doll is perfect for taking along when out and about or when traveling. Comes in Caucasian options as well.
30. Animal Lacing Cards
(other designs available)
I had a set similar to this as a child, and I loved it! It made me feel so grown-up to “sew” the cards. Check out the full assortment of Lacing and Tracing cards for more fun designs.
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31. Dress Up Rings
These adjustable rings are perfect for any dress-up lover!
32. Paint Your Own Stepping Stone
A fun little stamp pad that will inspire lots of creativity!
33. Seek and Find Sticker PadT
One of those gifts that will provide hours of fun. This big sticker pad includes 14 scenes to color and match stickers to.
34. Melissa & Doug Floor Puzzle
(other designs available)
Puzzles are an excellent way for kids to use their problem-solving skills. And I think they help teach the character of perseverance and the reward of sticking with a task, too!
Check out these other options: Building Site Puzzle, Solar System Floor Puzzle, Outer Space Glow-in-the-Dark Puzzle. If you have older kids, you can find many options with 100 pieces as well.
35. Melissa & Doug Reusable Sticker Pad
(assorted styles available)
This big sticker pad includes over 150 reusable stickers and will encourage your child’s imagination. My kids loved playing with these when they were younger and had fun rearranging the different scenes. Check out the many other Reusable Sticker Book designs that are available too!
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36. LEGO Police Car
Who doesn’t love Lego? And this little police car is such a fun, inexpensive option.
This Sports Car , this Technic Backhoe and this Guinea Pig Playground are all great ideas, too!
37. Wooden Blocks Puzzle
A popular STEM toy that inspires problem-solving and critical thinking while having fun!
38. Fashion Design Sketchbook Kit
My daughter was given one of these, and while she isn’t super artsy, she absolutely loved it and spent hours designing outfits.
39. Paw Patrol Mess Free Coloring Set
This is amazing for younger kids, as the markers won’t color on anything except for the special coloring paper that comes with the kit.
40. LCD Writing Tablet
This reusable tablet allows kids to doodle, then erase and doodle some more! Our kids love it.
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41. Kinetic Sand
This moldable sand will provide hours of fun!
42. Kandoodle Brain Teaser Puzzle
An engaging, brain-building game that is always a hit! It’s also small and easily portable, making it perfect for fun on the go.
43. Where’s Waldo Book
My kids have spent hours looking at our Where’s Waldo books! They are such a fun search and find puzzle activity- and are really great for passing time while traveling too.
44. Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids
Every kid needs a joke book, right? This looks like a great one to have. But be warned: you’ll be hearing lots of lame jokes in the near future!
45. Simon Says Game
A fun classic that can be played with one or multiple players! The compact size makes it perfect for playing on the go.
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46. Spot It Game
A simple game the whole family will enjoy! It’s travel-friendly too.
47. Jenga Classic Game
Kids of all ages will enjoy this classic block-stacking game!
48. Monopoly Deal Card Game
A favorite with our kiddos!
49. Sorry Board Game
Always a fun game and great for a variety of ages!
50. Yahtzee Game
Easy to learn and simple enough for kids to understand and play.
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Mandy
These are NOT all under $10
ThriftyFrugalMom
I’m sorry about that, Mandy. I published this post 2 years ago and at that time everything was $10 or less. Amazon prices change and sometimes even a day later the price can jump or drop by a couple of dollars. I kind of assume people will realize that and hopefully still be able to find some great fun inexpensive gifts for their kids through this list.
Ps. I’m going to add a small disclaimer at the top of the post now. Your comment made me realize that would be helpful! 🙂
Ryan
These are all cute ideas. I really like the games listed that allow children to use their mind. Another idea for the younger children would be similar to sites like tinkaroo.com and others where children receive actual letters in the mail from certain characters like Santa. In all, great list and I picked up a few ideas for my children.
Thanks!
ThriftyFrugalMom
Thanks for the suggestion, Ryan!
Lauren
So many awesome ideas here.. I love that little ball shooter thing.. so funny!
ThriftyFrugalMom
Thanks, Lauren! And that little ball shooter….I already have the kids gifts bought for this year, but I’m definitely going to keep it in mind for a future gift, cause I know they would absolutely love it!
Amber
I just found your blog from the Shine Blog Hop and wanted to say hello! My kids like me to put jokes in their lunch bags, so that joke book might serve me well! Great ideas, thanks!
ThriftyFrugalMom
What a great idea, Amber! You sound like a fun mom. 🙂 Our 7 yr. old son just got a joke book for Christmas from his grandparents (we did Christmas with my husband’s family over Thanksgiving due to schedule conflicts at Christmas time) and he is having so much fun with it. And thankfully, some of the jokes are actually kind of funny, so we haven’t gone crazy yet from the lame humor.
Anndra
I’ve never clicked through on an affiliate link OR purchased based upon a list like this… I have at least 15 items in my Amazon cart from your list & I’m under $35! Thank-you for sharing this list. I stink at the little fill in gifts… my kids will be happy too!
ThriftyFrugalMom
Anndra, I think your comment was my favorite comment from the whole week! 🙂 I love hearing that my posts are helping my readers save money! I had a lot of fun putting this list together and tried hard to be really choosy and only include quality items that my kids already have and love or that I knew they would love if they had them. So I’m thrilled to know that it’s helped you out and hope that it helped make your Christmas prep a little less stressful too. 🙂
Stephanie
Awesome list! Totally stole some ideas and will be ending up under the tree this year 🙂 Thanks for sharing!
ThriftyFrugalMom
So glad it was helpful, Stephanie! I hope the gifts are all a big hit with the kiddos. 🙂