Under-$10 Gifts for Kids to Keep on Hand
You’ll thank yourself when you get that unexpected invite.
Adding some smaller items for kids to your hidden gift stash is a pro move — whether you end up needing a reward for the little ones at a moment’s notice, their classmate’s birthday sneaks up on you or you’re invited to a last-minute party, you’ll pat yourself on the back for having thought ahead. Around the holidays, when gatherings and celebrations crop up in quick succession, this is, if anything, doubly true.
Since you’ve likely got a present-shopping trip or two planned this month, grabbing a few extras requires nothing more than a bit of strategic thinking. And Walmart has great deals on just about anything they could ask for, so picking up these sorts of items will be high-impact in the “wow” department, but not on your wallet. Pro tip: Focus your selections on general items like games, toy cars, LEGO sets and art kits, so your picks can cater to a wide (if tiny) audience.
To help you plan ahead even further, we’ve compiled this list of gift ideas that clock in at under $10, so you can easily add a few to your cart on Walmart.com (and then to that extra-high shelf in the back of the closet). They’re all from brands kids love — like Squishmallow, Monster Jam and Melissa & Doug — so you’ll get what’s in demand and please even the pickiest pint-size crowd.
This light-up sensory game scratches the same itch fidget spinners and other similar toys do. The “Go” version is small and fits into a pocket but has the same soft surface as the larger model — perfect for portability in the car to and from school and practice.
L.O.L. dolls are already beloved, but these small versions bring a new kind of fun. Each egg contains a surprise character — there are nine different options — with a swappable face and customizable looks. Kids add water to reveal the alternate expression for each character, and then they can snap on the included accessories to suit whatever situation they imagine.
Parents and kids alike are fans of Melissa & Doug toys — the brand’s wood sets are both durable and educational. This protein kit will have kids taking your order before returning with your preference of the chicken leg, hot dog, egg, steak, fish or burger.
Scratch art is always a fun activity, and a travel-size pack can be a life-saver on road trips: It’s an easy way to keep kids engaged with art without needing a boatload of supplies. This kit has five different designs that kids can scratch off, as well as three blank sheets to keep their creativity shining.
As far as toys go, Nerf foam blasters are right up there with Hot Wheels and Barbie in our toy hall of fame. The Elite Jr. Flyer is a more compact (and affordable!) version of the classic, but still holds five darts, making for an exciting stocking stuffer or party gift.
When you hold one, you immediately understand how Squishmallows have become so popular. They’re about as soft a plush as any kid could hope for. This chick wrapped like a Hershey’s Kiss is extra sweet.
Tiny fans of Miraculous World will love this doll that miraculously changes — with just a flip of her sequin outfit — from Marionette, a normal teenage girl living in Paris, to Ladybug, the superhero saving the city,
Take them to a galaxy far away with this classic T-shirt featuring the GOAT of villains: Darth Vader. Made of 60 percent cotton, it's sure to make any Star Wars fan smile.
This set, exclusive to Walmart, is over 20 inches tall and features a stunt toy truck, launcher, and panel target. The launcher works with any other 1:64 Monster trucks your little one might have, and has 5 positions, so each vehicle can fly high or shoot low across the floor.
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