These 10 cult-fave toys — all $25 and under — make fab stocking stuffers
Some of our favorite things start off as a recommendation from a friend. Whether they swear by a skincare gem, a cleaning must-have or just something to make dinner prep a little less exhausting, we rely on those in the know to give us the scoop on what really 5works. Now, imagine you had access to the opinions of tens of thousands of friends from all different walks of life — if that many people rally behind something, there's no way it's a dud. We've read through scores of reviews to bring you 10 well-loved toys the kids in your life are sure to love, from classic Legos to the 90s fave Tamagotchi. All under $25, they're perfect to stuff into socks and toss under trees. Knock out your holiday shopping early this year, so you don't have to worry about shipping deadlines later!
"I had to get one for each of my kids as an early Santa gift at our family Christmas party," shared one thrilled shopper, who spotted it at a child life specialist's office. "They LOVE it, my 8 year old says it makes lots of satisfying shapes. Even the teenage cousins wanted to get some time with this “thing is so cool”. I mean nothing beats something so entertaining that involves no electronics! Highly recommend for ALL ages!"
"I had a few Tamagotchi growing up and now I get to share it with my son," shared a happy shopper (one of over 10,000). "Very excited for Christmas!"
"My kids stopped doing wall chalking after I got this," one of 6,600 5-star shoppers gushed. "This is an excellent tool to keep ur kids busy in doing writing, drawing and stuff like that. And you won’t have to worry about erasing it all!"
One of over 36,000 happy shoppers noted: "My kids have went in and out of Lego throughout the years. One thing is for sure, though: You can never go wrong getting someone a box of Legos!"
"I have two daughters and they LOVE the show Bluey," shared one of nearly 15,800 5-star reviewers. "My husband and I love it too. It's so wholesome and heart wrenchingly cute...The quality of Bingo is great. It's well formed and not derpy looking at all...this Bingo stuffy is huggable and soft and cuddly and my little one loves it."
"This was THE perfect gift!" a shopper noted. "It has so many different little toys and my granddaughter really enjoyed opening up the eggs to find the surprise in them! Very cute little toys."
"My 2 year old son and I use this toy to discuss feelings and make it a game," shared one of nearly 76,000 5-star shoppers. "It also helps him to get out of a mood quicker because he wants the octopus to be happy and I always make it match his mood."
Shares one of over 101,000 5-star reviewers: "I got my nephew one for his birthday when he was like 1 or 2 years old (he’s now 5). He LOVED it and played with this everyday! I can honestly say I think it helped along with learning words! This version of the 100 words book is my favorite because it has so many everyday words and different categories! I am currently buying one for my niece for her 1st birthday and will eventually buy one for my son when he turns one!"
Shared one of 6,600 5-star reviewers: "We played this with our 10-22 year olds and we laughed so hard. It helped us to bond, see who pays attention and figure out who to spend more money on at Christmas!"
Even adults love it! Shares one shopper: "I am 48, I loved making these bracelets as a young girl. I find myself needing to relax more, I am thrilled I know longer need a piece of tape to hold my strings down! Makes a great gift for any age!"
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The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
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