50+ of The Best Gifts for Kids UNDER $10 {that aren’t junk}

This 83 piece set of black scratch paper is a fun craft supply. We got some scratch art shapes last fall and my kids had so much fun scratching to reveal the colors under the black.

These paint-by sticker books for kids are an awesome idea for kids that are 5 or older. Using stickers they will be able to complete 10 fun images.

There are several different Paint by Sticker Kids book options including, unicorn and magic, under the sea, and zoo animals.

These on the go water wow books are one of my favorite for my young artists when we are on the go (and when we are home). Painting with water is so fun for the kids and I love that it's mess-free, plus they are reusable.

There are multiple different Water Wow books for all interests and you can even get them in a set with a few different books if you want.

The classic spirograph has been around for a long time and is loved by many. While the larger spirograph is over our $10 budget. This Travel size Spirograph fits the budget and it's perfect for creating art at home and while traveling.

Color Wonder is another of my favorite art gifts for little creatives. We have had these coloring books in our bag for church for years since I don't have to worry about the kids ruining their clothes when they color with these.

There are tons of different options for the color wonder coloring pads and pages including blank paper for kids to create their own images as well as coloring pages.

If you have a little one that loves coloring then this Jumbo Coloring Pad is a fun gift idea.

There are several different types of jumbo coloring pads so you should be able to find one that fits your kids interest.

This set of 36 watercolor paints along with 12 paint brushes is a great gift for older kids and young teens that love painting or just enjoy being creative.

These washable paints are a fun gift idea for young artists. I know those with little hands at my house have so much fun when they get to be creative and get messy.

My kids have a pair of kids binoculars and love them. These shock proof toy binoculars are perfect for kids to enjoy on any outdoor adventure.

I don't know about you but my kids love sunglasses and had several pairs that are this style. They are a perfect gift idea for little kids that come in multiple colors.

We all know how much kids love bubbles and this big bubble wand set makes big bubbles which are extra fun.

These big magnifying glasses are perfect for kids to take out exploring. They come in a couple of different colors and are so fun.

My kids each got one of these magnifying glasses last year and they want to use them on all of our adventures.

This no-spill tumbler for bubbles is a great way for little ones to enjoy blowing bubbles without spilling the bubble solution all over.

This 10 piece beach toy set has everything young children need for playing in the sand. It includes a bucket, sifter, shovel, watering can, and more.

Getting my kids their own water bottle was one of the best things we have ever done. Now they have a water bottle they can use at home and whenever we head to a park, travel or in the car.

Not only do my kids love their water bottle it's useful which definitely makes it a good gift idea.

Flashlights are a cool gift for all ages. My kids love building forts and using a flashlight to play in their build.

Jacks is a game that has been around for generations and is still popular with kids. This Jax and Ball set has 10 Jacks pieces and 2 red balls. All kids need is a flat surface to enjoy playing this game.

The classic Oball is something we got for our kids when they were babies and they still love playing with it.

This pig popper toy is definitely unique and kind of silly. But trust me kids (especially little boys) will think it's one of the cool gifts.

The pig can shoot foam balls up to 20 feet and it's pretty cool.

These light-up Hula Hoops will provide hours of fun for both older kids and those younger.

The Slinky is a classic gift that has been around for a long time and I'm pretty sure every kid loves a good slinky.

Lacing toys are a great small gift that is perfect for helping young kids with their fine motor skills.

These bubble fidget toys are a trendy thing right now. There are so many different colors, shapes, and designs of these toys. They are a cool gift for any family member.

Toss this fun toy parachute up high and watch it fly. Little boys will especially love throwing and chasing this parachute.

This wooden lacing toy is perfect for working on fine motor skills and a great price for a wooden toy toddlers and young kids will love.

Nerf guns are some of my favorite affordable toys. They are fun for kids both old and young. This 3 Barrel Blasting nerf gun includes 6 darts so you may want to get a few more to go along with the gun.

This Flingshot Flying Monkey toy is a unique gift that the kids will have so much fun playing with. My kids not only love that it's a "stuffed animal" but they think it's awesome that the monkey can fly.

The flying monkey is a great idea for a white elephant or other fun gift based game.

The big 5-minute stories books are some of my kid's favorites. There are books for different holidays, favorite movies and tv shows, and even classic stories.

I think we own 9-10 of these books already and my kids are always wanting to get more. They love reading one of the stories in the books before bed each night.

While not all of the different 5 Minute Stories books are under $10 there are a lot of them that are under that price and many of the more expensive titles often go on sale for under $10.

My kids have had several of these Melissa and Doug Sticker pads and they always love them. There are so many different themes for the sticker pads and they are all really fun.

Don't Push the Button! is a funny interactive book that kids will love reading. It's a USA Today Bestseller and loved by kids and parents.

If you have a creative little boy or a little girl this Easy Origami book has over 30 simple projects that kids will love crating.

Good Night Gorilla is one of my family's favorite board books. We read this book over and over. We got this book when our oldest was a baby and it's still one of his favorites.

If you have a little one that loves tape (like I do) this activity book is a fun gift idea. With 4 rolls of easy-tear tape and 20 reusable scenes it's a great way to keep kids busy.

This Cat's Cradle activity kit comes with the string to play cat's cradle and a book to show you how to do all the different string figures.

The Uno card game is a best-selling family card game that has been loved by families for years. There is the classic Uno game that most of us grew up with but there are also some fun new versions.

My own kids love playing the Mario Uno game and Uno flip. There are several other new versions that we still need to try so be sure to check out the other options for this fun card game.

Did you ever play spoons growing up? I have so many memories of playing this game with my siblings and cousins. this Spoons game set is the perfect way to introduce your kids to the classic game.

Spot It! Is one of our favorite games. I love that there are so many different versions of this game (not all under$10) and that you can play it so many different ways. It really is a game that can be enjoyed by everyone both young and old.

This 6 in 1 fun pack includes Memory, Crazy Eights, Old Maid, Go Fish, Slap Jack, and Matching. It's the perfect set of simple games for kids ages 3 and up.

Did you ever play Simon says growing up? This handled Simon game is a fun memory game that is perfect for older kids and young teens.

I was introduced to the game of Farkle by my husband's grandparents and ever since we have loved playing it. The game is simple to learn and perfect for kids to start playing as they learn to recognize numbers on dice.

Kinetic Sand is a fun gift that the whole family can have a lot of fun with. But it's especially a big hit with younger kids.

Melissa and Doug puzzles are high quality at a great price. The puzzles are my kid's favorites and they last through multiple kids which makes them perfect for families with multiple little ones.

This Floating purple octopus bath toy comes with 3 rings for kids to play with and is a fun and unique bath toy for little ones.

This wooden brain teaser puzzle has 40 pieces and is a great educational toy that kids will love without realizing they are learning.

If your kids are like mine they will think getting their own apron is so cool.Not only will they think it's cool, but I also love that it helps keep their clothes a little bit cleaner.

My kids love helping cut things in the kitchen and something we talk about often is knife safety. This kid's knife set is the perfect way to allow kids to help cut in the kitchen and learn knife safety without handling sharp knives.

Decorating cookies and cakes is probably the best part of cooking in a kid's mind and this cake decorating set has it all. Baking cups, piping bags, cookie cutters, and more.

There are multiple different Lego sets you can find for under $10. this Wildlife Rescue ATV set is one that I think is fun and different but it's just one of many options.

K'Nex are another fun type of building toy. They snap together and make all kinds of cool things.

Ok, this isn't exactly a building toy but it is a toy that encourages building so I'm including it in this section. My kids have a tool set similar to this and they have so much fun playing with it.

There are a few different Mega Bloks Lil Vehicle options that are under $10 and make a great gift for young builders.

Personally, I think Mega Bloks are perfect for preschoolers and younger.

If you're debating Lego Duplo Vs Mega Bloks be sure to check out this post I have to compare the two.