Top Holiday Stocking Stuffers

I reveled in those Christmas mornings of old.  One of my sisters would shake me awake; we’d tiptoe down the stairs, jittery with excitement, and peer around the corner at the fireplace mantle.  We’d gleefully pounce on our stockings and exclaim as each treasure was discovered—even the predictable apple and orange found in the stocking’s toe.  It seemed absolutely magical (although I’m sure there was plenty of fighting and arguing that has been conveniently forgotten with the passing of time).  Now I want to create that sense of wonder for my own children—while keeping the family Christmas budget in mind.

What are some good stocking stuffers?  These gifts help children develop a variety of skills and are tons of fun:

• Arty fun: Arts and crafts are good choices for stockings: think of paintbrushes and paints, crayons and coloring books, glittery stickers, fun pens and pencils, beaded jewelry-making kits, Silly Putty and Play Doh.  Visit an arts and crafts store in person or on line and you’ll be amazed at the options.  Kids can also create their own books, t-shirts, masks, monster dolls, and puzzles.

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