Updated: Jul 09 2024
Whether it’s Santa Claus stuffing the stockings or mom and dad taking charge, this collection of stocking stuffers for boys is packed with surprises that will thrill him on Christmas morning. From silly gag gifts to brain-teasing puzzles, games for play with friends or siblings, goodies inspired by his favorite TV shows, Christmas-themed snacks, and nostalgic toys that promise perennial appeal, these stocking-sized ideas are sure to delight. As he empties his stocking, he might even find himself hoping for more. Each of these unique and enjoyable items is bound to be a year-round favorite!
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Trifold Canvas Wallet for Kids
$3.59 Take a lookAdd to wishlistIf he’s getting a little older, he needs a place to put the allowance money that’s burning a hole in his pocket. This trifold canvas wallet is a great start for a guy. It’s got room for his cash, library card and school ID and is RFID blocking. -
Money Filled Soap Bars
$16.99 Take a lookAdd to wishlistMoney doesn’t grow on trees but your kiddo will be excited to see that it does come rolled up in soap. He won’t even be upset that you got him this gift, available in any monetary denomination, that may or may not suggest he should take a bath more often. -
Wacky Waving Inflatable Tube Guy
$12.95 Take a lookAdd to wishlistWhen winter vacation is over and it’s time to go back to school, studying and doing homework won’t be boring because he’ll be doing times tables with the Wacky Waving Inflatable Tube Guy on his desk. When he’s got to tackle tougher topics, this air-powered dancer will be cheering him on. -
Rudolph Hot Chocolate Kit
$14.60 Take a lookAdd to wishlistUnstuffing stockings is tough work, he might need a refreshment afterward. With an adorable Rudolph-inspired cocoa kit in his stocking, he can Dasher right off to the kitchen and make some hot cocoa complete with marshmallows in a Blitzen! -
Personalized Mini Nutella Jar
$21.78 Take a lookAdd to wishlistThe kid that goes nuts over chocolate hazelnut spread will really go bananas over his name on his favorite snack. These mini Nutella jars can be personalized to feature his name so everyone else knows to keep their paws off. -
Zombie Dice Game
$15.95 Take a lookAdd to wishlistA guy and all of his friends will be moaning and groaning while they’re playing this game where zombies are the theme. Each player is a zombie that wants to eat brains. Up to 10 people can join the brain-eating fun. -
Personalized Bulldozer Ornament
$22.99 Take a lookAdd to wishlistThe little guy that can’t get enough of big machines will light up when he sees his name on a construction vehicle. This bulldozer can be customized with his name, or his name and the year if it’s his very first Christmas. -
Missile Toad
$12.50 Take a lookAdd to wishlistIf he’s of the age where he thinks girls are icky, he might not be as excited about the Missile Toad, but if he’s got a crush that he’s hoping to impress, this 3D-printed smooch-inducer might be the perfect match. Even if they’re not up for a kiss yet, a hug under the Missile Toad is full of Christmas magic. -
Invisible Ink Pen Set and UV Light
$20.99 Take a lookAdd to wishlistKeep notes passed in the hallways safe from prying eyes by writing them with an invisible ink pen. This pen doesn’t look like it writes at all, but a quick flash of UV light will reveal the hidden truth on the paper. -
SoundBot Mini Bluetooth Shower Speaker
$14.99 Take a lookAdd to wishlistAn aspiring singer can turn the shower into a sound booth with the SoundBot hanging off the wall or showerhead. This Bluetooth shower speaker can pair with his phone to play crisp, clear versions of his favorite songs while he gets clean. -
3D Printing Pen with OLED Light
$59.99 Take a lookAdd to wishlistA budding artist with his eyes on the future won’t be able to put down a 3D Printing Pen. He can take his best ideas from the page and turn them into real models, creating his own menagerie of creativity. -
Superman Socks
$11.61 Take a lookAdd to wishlistIf Superman is faster than a speeding bullet, does that mean the boy that wears these socks will be too? There’s only one way to find out. He’ll have to find a phone booth and put on these caped wonders and go for a spin around the house. -
Pizza Socks in a Box
$12.99 Take a lookAdd to wishlistPep up the age-old give of socks by delivering a slice of footwear in a box with these clever pizza socks. They look exactly like the cheesy food he adores and are packaged in a box that looks like the ones the slices usually come in. -
Instant Underwear
$6.64 Take a lookAdd to wishlistAfter he pulls this from his stocking, it’ll probably be the first time in years that he’s wet his underpants. In order to get this pair of undies to be wearable, he’ll need to drop them in a jar of water and watch them expand. -
100 Kids Activities Bucket List Scratch Off Poster
$23.76 Take a lookAdd to wishlistFulfill your childhood with this 100 activities bucket list scratch off poster. It features all kinds of must-try activities like make a snowman, play dodgeball, make suncatchers, climb a tree, and much much more. -
I Paused my Game to Be Here Shirt
$16.99 Take a lookAdd to wishlistIf you had to lure your kid out of the basement with a plate of Christmas cookies to tempt him away from his FPS, you know what weight this shirt’s slogan carries. Pick from one of 12 colors and get ready for this to become one of his fave shirts to wear to school. -
Sphero Mini App-Enabled Robotic Ball
$49.99 Take a lookAdd to wishlistA kid that loves robots will love making the Sphero mini bob and weave all around the house. It pairs with an app that allows kids to control it with their phone. To add an element of learning, kids are able to code in the app to make Sphero go. -
Pointer Finger Bookmark
$7.29 Take a lookAdd to wishlistIf he was up so late reading that he almost missed breakfast before opening presents, get him a bookmark that points to the exact word he left off on. He’ll never lose his place in a story again. -
Monopoly Deal Card Game
$7.99 Take a lookAdd to wishlistFans of the Monopoly board game will love this downsized version as a challenge. Monopoly Deal is a fast-paced card- based twist on the classic game. You and your fellow players try to collect properties while avoiding the dreaded debt collector. -
Crazy Aaron’s Thinking Putty
$24.90 Take a lookAdd to wishlistA kid that’s always fidgeting and needs to keep his hands busy will have a ball making all manner of shapes out of Crazy Aaron’s Thinking Putty. It’s stretchy but not sticky, unless some metal is close by, because it is magnetic. -
Baby Yoda Plush Toy
$27.58 Take a lookAdd to wishlistThe Child needs a safe home and the kid who’s been watching The Mandalorian over and over again is the perfect keeper. This plush version of Yoda stands at almost 11 inches tall and will bring the Force to any aspiring Jedi. -
Knot Tying Kit
$10.95 Take a lookAdd to wishlistAn outdoorsy boy that can’t get enough of camping, fishing, or hiking will love a knot-tying kit where he can learn and practice all the skills to prepare him for his next adventure. Included in this kit are several cards with knots to learn, two colors of paracord and a carabiner to practice on. -
Classic Christmas Favorites DVD
$24.98 Take a lookAdd to wishlistA little cinephile needs the classics in his collection and around the holidays, this set in his stocking will surprise and delight him. The DVD includes movies that have been beloved for generations so the whole family can enjoy. -
Glow in the Dark Stars
$12.77 Take a lookAdd to wishlistThe boy that can’t stop dreaming of other worlds and reading up on the latest planetary developments can turn his ceiling into his own galaxy with these Glow in the Dark stars. Inside the box are 200 stars and a guide to help inspire his celestial creations. -
Exotic Jerky Sticks
$27.99 Take a lookAdd to wishlistAfter eating all those cookies, a young man will be looking for some protein to beat the sugar crash. He can dine on the wild side with a ten pack of intriguing, out-of-the-box flavors that range from alligator to kangaroo. -
Minecraft Uno
$6.75 Take a lookAdd to wishlistFor a unique blocky twist on the classic game, try Minecraft Uno. Instead of numbers and Draw Four, instead you’ll find cards featuring Minecraft characters and the Creeper, who makes you draw extra cards. -
Sneaker Balls
$6.00 Take a lookAdd to wishlistHe may be winning trophies in his favorite sport, but that doesn’t mean he also isn’t coming in first place in the foot stink competition. Put odor in its places by dropping a couple of sneaker balls in his cleats or tennis shoes, they kill bacteria and soak up odor. -
Lego City Construction Loader
$42.59 Take a lookAdd to wishlistThe coffee table will become a construction zone as soon as he pulls this Lego set from his stocking. The mini loader that he’ll build is interactive, so he can lift and dump the Christmas candy he gets in its scoop. -
Personalized Face Socks
$12.99 Take a lookAdd to wishlistYour tween can’t be mad about getting a pair of socks when they’re decorated with his own face. Pick up to three of his silliest selfies to adorn every inch of his new accessory. -
Magnetic Balls Toy
$24.95 Take a lookAdd to wishlistThe kid who’s always finding things to make other things with will be amused for hours with a set of tiny magnetic balls. The possibilities for combinations are endless and can be geometric, hollow, or totally freeform. Each set contains 512 magnetic balls for him to play around with. -
Activ LED Bike Wheel Light Set
$21.99 Take a lookAdd to wishlistMake night rides colorful and bright with a set of LED bike wheel lights. Activ Lites are easy to install, they require no tools, and fit just about every bike size from toddler to adult. -
Rick & Morty Portal Toy Gun
$34.95 Take a lookAdd to wishlistAh, jeez, looks like your kid is binge-watching Rick and Morty again! Get him dashing around the house creating portal after portal on walls, the couch, any number of things and pretending to leap between worlds with this replica of the portal gun from the famous TV series. -
Hot Dog Soap
$30.00 Take a lookAdd to wishlistBathtime gets a whole lot more fun when you can play with your food in the tub. These hot dog soaps are true-to-size and look just like the kind you might get at the ballpark with the addition of ketchup and mustard on top. -
SpyX Micro Gear Set
$39.99 Take a lookAdd to wishlistExpect the mystery of who ate Santa’s cookies to be thoroughly investigated after your kid opens this SpyX micro set. He’ll become a junior private eye with items like a UV light and invisible ink, motion alarm and micro listener in his arsenal. -
Tabasco Chocolate
$13.81 Take a lookAdd to wishlistAn adventurous spirit that likes a little spice with their food and treats will be fired up by Tabasco chocolate. Inside the tin is chocolate infused with some sweet heat. -
Light Saber Chopsticks
$12.97 Take a lookAdd to wishlistThe Force will be with you every time you pinch or grab at your food when you’re using these lightsaber chopsticks. Batteries are included, so you can turn the lights on right out of the box. Choose from four different colors to show off whose side you’re on. -
Dig a Dozen Dino Eggs Dig Kit
$24.98 Take a lookAdd to wishlistIf your backyard is full of holes because your kid is a fossil-hunter, save the lawn but let him keep digging with a set of dino eggs. There are a dozen for him to excavate, each filled with a different dinosaur for him to learn about. -
T.J. Wisemen Remote Control Fart Machine
$18.99 Take a lookAdd to wishlistChristmas dinner will be lit up with laughter and toots as soon as he opens up the Remote Control Fart Machine. It works from up to 100 feet away and is pre-loaded with 15 different fart-tastic sounds. -
Flingshot Screaming Monkey Slingshot
$12.99 Take a lookAdd to wishlistHe flies through the air with the greatest of ease and when he lands he screams. The Flingshot screaming monkey is a surprisingly aerodynamic plush toy with a loop on its head for simple slingshotting. -
Snap Circuits Jr.
$35.99 Take a lookAdd to wishlistA mad scientist in the making will get a buzz out of playing with electricity and solving puzzles. With only 30 parts, he can build over 100 circuits with the Snap Circuits Jr. set. -
Hot Wheels 5-pack
$6.25 Take a lookAdd to wishlistIt’s off to the races with a set of Hot Wheels cars. Whether he’s keen to become a collector or wants to make the entire house into a race track, with 5 different cars to choose from, he’s off to a great start. -
Nose Pencil Sharpener
$6.00 Take a lookAdd to wishlistHe’ll be snorting when he realizes just what this novelty gift is. It’s the only nose he should be picking, and when he does, it should be with a pencil. -
Kanoodle Brain Twisting Game
$13.99 Take a lookAdd to wishlistWhen he’s playing with Kanoodle, he might put his phone down for so long he’ll forget he has it. The brain game is made for kids, tweens, teens and young adults and includes 200 challenging puzzles for them to twist their brains around. -
Tech Deck Finger Skateboard Bonus Pack
$14.32 Take a lookAdd to wishlistThe slopes at the skate park are no good when they’re covered in ice, but the stair banister looks awfully promising for one of the finger skateboards in this pack. With Tech Deck, he can stay inside where it’s warm but still get his skating fix thanks to a set of sick mini-boards. -
Waboba Moon Ball
$9.85 Take a lookAdd to wishlistNot only will the Waboba Moon Ball get kids outside, but they’ll also be amazed by just how high it can bounce. Waboba’s specially constructed sphere can fly as high as 100 feet before dropping back to Earth. He and his friends can create their own bounce-catch games and spend hours playing together. -
Christmas Cookies
$24.50 Take a lookAdd to wishlistChristmas cookies aren’t just for Santa, he can drop some off, too. This set of beautifully decorated cookies are almost too pretty to eat. Each set contains 5 homemade gingerbread cookies made of the finest ingredients. -
Basketball Hoop Mug
$34.95 Take a lookAdd to wishlistHe shoots and he scores! Team marshmallow wins the game again with this basketball hoop mug. Finally, he can play with food, and even engage in a little friendly competition with someone that might want to play along. -
Jesus Is Watching Sticker
$7.00 Take a lookAdd to wishlistSanta’s not the only one who’s got his eye on him, Jesus is always watching too. With this sticker on his laptop, water bottle, or above his door, he’ll be reminded to keep things in check. You know, like bringing all of the two dozen water glasses in his room back to the kitchen. -
Magnus Functional Thread Shooter Watch
$26.99 Take a lookAdd to wishlistIf he’s always wanted to be Peter Parker, he can get his wish with this incredible thread shooter watch. The piece is fully functional and with just a tap he can fire webs several feet in front of him. He might not be able to use it to swing from buildings, but his imagination will get him there. -
Bag of Reindeer Farts
$8.95 Take a lookAdd to wishlistFarts are and always will be funny and if it’s Santa Claus leaving behind proof that he does exist and that he fed the reindeer beans before leaving the North Pole, there’s an added layer of fun. Inside this bag of Reindeer Farts is a tasty poof of peppermint cotton candy. -
Personalized Lego Keychain
$37.99 Add to cartAdd to wishlistYour brick-loving boy will love a version of himself that he can attach to his backpack or keyring. This personalized Lego keychain has myriad construction options available so the finished product looks just like him. -
Bacon Candy Canes
$6.50 Take a lookAdd to wishlistMove over mint, there’s something crispier in town. These bacon candy canes forego the peppermint in favor of peppery, bacony, meaty goodness. After eating, his breath certainly won’t be fresh, so he’ll want to avoid mistletoe. -
Taco Cat Goat Cheese PIzza Card Game
$9.84 Take a lookAdd to wishlistTaco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza is a nonsensical name for an easy to play game. It’s a high-octane adventure from start to finish with lots of shouting that’ll remind you a lot of a game of slapjack. -
Mini Voice Changer
$40.54 Take a lookAdd to wishlistKids will get hours of fun out changing their voices in conversations with each other with this mini voice changer. It can transform their voice with 4 unique effects, including old man and robot. -
Knock Knock Jokes for Kids
$4.64 Take a lookAdd to wishlistKnock knock. Who’s there? Orange. Orange who? Orange you glad you got this book full of classic, timeless, hilarious jokes that everyone in the family can enjoy? Knock Knock jokes for kids has 128 pages of funny jokes for kids to try out on family and friends. -
Lazy Cellphone Holder
$18.99 Take a lookAdd to wishlistWhen you’re headed over the river and through the woods to grandmother’s for Christmas dinner, your son can zone out and embrace his laziest side with a lazy cellphone holder. It’s a hands-free device that he can position to hold a phone right in front of his face. -
Roaring Chewbacca Mask
$33.99 Take a lookAdd to wishlistA sidekick can be just as much a hero as the hero himself, and that’s exactly what Chewbacca is to Han Solo. Next time the kiddo plays Star Wars, he can elevate his Wookie game with a mask that roars just like his favorite walking carpet. -
Classic Rubik’s Cube
$15.75 Take a lookAdd to wishlistInstead of having trouble getting him to put down his phone, you won’t be able to get him to put down the Rubik’s cube. With thousands of potential combinations but only one solution, he’ll enjoy puzzling over the challenge of solving it. -
Sushi Go! – The Pick and Pass Card Game
$11.99 Take a lookAdd to wishlistStart a little friendly competition and watch game night merrily roll along with Sushi Go! Kids and adults can enjoy the game whose goal is to make a full set of maki. Add wasabi for bonus points. -
Simon Mini Game
$9.84 Take a lookAdd to wishlistIntroduce your kiddo to a game that was just as fun yesterday as it is today. With a Simon Mini Game, your kid can have fun while improving their memory and pattern recognition skills. -
Stanley 4-in-1 Pocket Screwdriver
$8.35 Take a lookAdd to wishlistA mechanic or engineer in the making that’s obsessed with taking things apart and putting them back together won’t ever lose one of dad’s tools again once he has one of this own. The Stanley 4-in-1 pocket screwdriver has 4 double-ended magnetic bits he can use to disassemble his other Christmas gifts. -
Elf, Reindeer and Snowman Poop Printable Labels
$9.50 Add to cartAdd to wishlistCoal is so played out, go a little more eco-friendly with poop as a stocking stuffer for a guy who’s a little stinker. These creative labels pop over baggies of whatever candy you deem a good fit to be reindeer, elf, or snowman poop. -
Money Maze Ball
$19.90 Take a lookAdd to wishlistEven if the gift is cash, a kid should still have something to open in their stocking and the Money Maze Ball is the perfect delivery system. To get the maze ball to open up, they have to twist and turn their brain to twist and turn the ball in the maze to unlock it. -
Personalized Crayon Set
$19.98 Take a lookAdd to wishlistA little guy who’s always absorbed in an art project or coloring book will be thrilled to see his name made out of items he can color with. These personalized crayons are non-toxic and big enough for smaller hands to wrap around to write with. -
Personalized Special Gift from Santa
$9.99 Take a lookAdd to wishlistThe little one that still believes in Santa will be in awe that the big man himself left him a special gift. This bag can be personalized with his name and a ribbon of your choice. -
Nerf N-Strike Elite Jolt Blaster
$17.03 Take a lookAdd to wishlistA Nerf-N-Strike Jolt Blaster allows its owner to ambush friends and family members on their way back from the kitchen with cookies in hand. This tiny Nerf gun comes with 2 foam bullets and is small enough to fit in his pocket. -
CozyPhones Headband
$19.99 Take a lookAdd to wishlistGive a boy the ability to put a soundtrack to his next adventure in the park or backyard with a pair of CozyPhones. A pair of removable wired headphones are in the headband, so his ears can stay warm and occupied. -
Rick & Morty Portal Toy Gun
$34.95 Take a lookAdd to wishlistAh, jeez, looks like your kid is binge-watching Rick and Morty again! Get him dashing around the house creating portal after portal on walls, the couch, any number of things and pretending to leap between worlds with this replica of the portal gun from the famous TV series. -
Candy Cane Spoons
$19.88 Take a lookAdd to wishlistHe might be a little young for peppermint Schnapps in his cocoa, but he doesn’t have to miss out on the minty fun with these cocoa spoons. They look like candy canes and as he stirs, they’ll dissolve in his drink and give it a fun kick. -
Zombie Plant Seed Packets
$9.95 Take a lookAdd to wishlistGet him interested in gardening and boost his grades in biology class with zombie plants. The seed packets will grow some very unique greenery. When he touches them, the world away as if they’re dead, but don’t worry, in a few days they’ll be back to normal. -
Snowball Maker
$13.99 Take a lookAdd to wishlistAfter the next blizzard cancels school, he’ll be making snowballs as quickly as Buddy the elf with this snowball maker. With a simple squeeze around some snow, he’ll have a perfectly formed sphere ready for chucking. -
The Original Slinky
$3.59 Take a lookAdd to wishlistFor over 70 years the Slinky has been a stocking stuffer staple, carry on the tradition this year. A kid will be mesmerized by its springy shape and its remarkable ability to walk downstairs. -
Fitbit Ace Activity Tracker for Kids
$114.99 Take a lookAdd to wishlistThe aspiring athlete might not have scouts looking out for him yet, but when he starts tracking his mile time he might land on some prospect lists in a few years. With the waterproof Fitbit Ace, he can earn virtual badges to keep him motivated, wear for up to 5 days before recharging, and challenge friends to fitness competitions. -
Duncan Imperial Yo-Yo
$5.49 Take a lookAdd to wishlistInspire some new-fashioned fun with an old-fashioned toy. The humble yo-yo was and still is one of the coolest gifts a kid can receive. There’s more to it than just up-and-down, there are plenty of tricks he can learn and show off on his social media. -
Gazillion Bubbles 1 Liter Solution
$9.76 Take a lookAdd to wishlistBlowing bubbles in the winter is a unique and underrated experience. Create a pile full of frozen bubbles with the gift of a gazillion of them. This 1-liter bottle of bubble solution provides endless possibilities for bubbly fun in the cold or in the heat. -
The Screaming Goat Figurine
$10.95 Take a lookAdd to wishlistScreaming goat videos will never get old and with this figurine, a kid can start making his own. Tapping the goat on the head will elicit a truly terrible screech that a kid will absolutely love.