Not all gifts for kids need to be expensive. Often times small inexpensive gifts are given for Christmas gift exchanges between children. Other times grandparents or older siblings who are on a strict budget simply can’t afford to give the children in their lives expensive gifts.
Here is a look at some highly rated cheap toys and gifts under $10.00 that children are sure to love.
Our List of Fun & Cheap Toys That Cost Less Than $10
The great news is that many times these affordable toys and gifts are just what a child wanted and may be appreciated more than a $25, $50 or even a $100 gift.
Magic Rainbow Scratch Paper
Summary
This Magic Rainbow Scratch paper kit comes with 50 sheets of paper to make colorful pictures and designs and 5 styluses for scratching the surface of the paper to reveal the colors below.
This gift idea will help an 8 year old girl who likes art to improve their fine motor skills and creativity.
Pros
- Kids love creating pictures and seeing what colors appear
- Fun activity for the entire family
Cons
- There seems to be no complaints regarding this scratch paper
Recommended Age
8 years and up
What Makes The Rainbow Scratch Paper Stand Out?
This scratch paper stands out due to the bright colors that are revealed as children create their art.
Make A Wind Chime Kit
Summary
This wind chime kit has everything a child needs to make their own terracotta and metal wind chimes including paint, cord, and chime rods. It is a great $10 toy your child will love!
Pros
- Paints are vibrant colors
- Allows children to be creative
Cons
- Wind chimes are quite small
Recommended Age
Children 7 to 10 are most likely to enjoy making these wind chimes
What Makes this Wind Chime Kit Stand Out?
Everything that is needed is included in the kit so children can make the chimes as soon as they receive the gift.
Tara Toy Disney Princess Necklace Activity Set
Summary
This Disney Princess Necklace activity set makes a great gift idea for a young girl. This kit makes 5 colorful necklaces complete with silicone necklaces, beads and rubber charms. A fun activity for young children who love making things they can actually wear.
Pros
- Makes several necklaces
- Encourages child to be creative
Cons
- The ends of the necklace don’t stay together well
Recommended Age
Ages 4 to 7
What Makes this Necklace Activity Set Stand Out?
This set stands out due to the ability of children to make their necklaces using their own creativity.
Lego 3-in-1 Propeller Plane
Summary
This 128 piece Lego Plane building kit makes a great Christmas or birthday gift for any young child who loves building with Legos. This kit will allow your child to build their choice of different plane designs and then play with their creation.
A fun toy for boys age 6 we think it would make for a great 6th birthday present.
Pros
- Nice clear instructions
- Can add this set to other Lego sets
Cons
- Some Kits were missing pieces
Recommended Age
6 years of age and up
What Makes this Lego Kit Stand Out?
This Lego kit allows the child to make 3 different planes one at a time.
Jazzminton Lite
Summary
This Jazzminton Lite game is a fun game that can be enjoyed by kids of all ages. It comes with 2 paddles, 2 birdies, 1 ball and a carry bag. Despite this being a cheap game that is less than 10 dollars it is loads of fun, making it a gift any child would love.
Pros
- Fun game that can be played indoors or out
- Encourages exercise
Cons
- Not the highest quality
Recommended Age
8 year olds and up
What Makes this Game Stand Out?
This game can be played by people of various ages and they all have fun.
Spot the Differences Search and Find Book
Summary
Young children compare two pictures and find the differences between the two pictures. This is a fun activity for young children and sharpens their observation skills.
Pros
- Good Picture quality
- Fun activity that holds child’s attention
Cons
- It will take a while for young children to get use to finding the differences
Recommended Age
5 years old to the 3rd grade level
What Makes this Find the Difference Activity Book Stand Out?
The wide variety of subjects in this book makes this book more fun for younger children.
Wooden Puzzles
Summary
This set of 6- 9 piece wooden puzzles are of cute colorful animals. These puzzles will make a cute kid’s gift for under $10 and will help young children develop their fine motor skills and their hand/eye coordination.
This is the perfect educational toy for any 3 year old!
Pros
- Bright colors
- Animal is drawn on the board so child can match pieces with the underlying picture
Cons
- There seems to be no complaints regarding these puzzles
Recommended Age
2 to 5 years of age
What Makes these Puzzles Stand Out?
The animals in these puzzles are appealing to young children making them eager to complete each puzzle.
Lego Marvel’s Avengers Iron Man
Summary
Kids love Marvel Adventures and this Lego Iron Man Kit allows children to build their own Iron Man and then play out their own adventures. This 148 piece kit makes a great cheap gift for kid’s birthdays, Christmas or even for their Easter baskets.
Pros
- Not too difficult for younger kids
- Kids love acting out scenarios with this super hero
Cons
- Some missing pieces
Recommended Age
6 years old and up
What Makes this Lego Iron Man Kit Stand Out?
This Lego set encourages a child’s creativity and imagination.
Penguin Plush
Summary
This adorable 7.5 inch stuffed penguin makes a great Christmas, birthday or shower gift for any young child or infant. Kids love cuddling this soft little animal.
Pros
- Great Size for toddlers to hold and carry
- Incredibly soft
Cons
- Penguin is smaller than advertised
Recommended Age
Newborns to adults
What Makes this Penguin Stand Out?
This penguin stands out because it is so soft.
Gemstone Water Bottle Craft Kit
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Summary
Now girls can decorate their own water bottle with sparkling bling stickers and then use the bottle for water or other drinks when out playing or traveling. The pick water bottle comes with a leak proof cap.
We think this makes for a great educational toy for any 5 year old!
Pros
- Encourages children to drink more water
- Keeps drinks cold longer
Cons
- Stickers will wear off after a while
Recommended Age
5 years old and up
What Makes This Water Bottle Stand Out?
Girls can use their own creativity to design their water bottle the way they like.
Disney Matching Games
Summary
This Disney matching game makes a great gift for preschoolers and helps them develop memory. This game has many of kid’s favorite Disney characters such as Tinkerbell, Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck and more.
Pros
- Pictures are printed on thick cardboard
- Clear pictures
Cons
- Some users received damaged products
Recommended Age
3 years old and up
What Makes this Gift Stand Out?
Brightly colored cars and pictures most kids will recognize.
Munchkin Fishing Bath Toy
Summary
If you are looking for gifts for kids under $10 then this fishing bath toy is a great choice. This toy works great in the tub or in a wading pool and has 3 fish and a rod.
2 year old boys love simple toys like this and we suggest you get it as a birthday present.
Pros
- The Magnets on the fish always face up
- The fish don’t mold
Cons
- The screw on the rod can rust if allowed to get wet
Recommended Age
2 year olds and up
What Makes this Bath Fishing Set Stand Out?
Develops fine motor skills and keeps children occupied in the tub
Giraffes Can’t Dance
Summary
Books make excellent Christmas presents or birthday gifts and this book about a giraffe who wants to dance teaches children that everyone can achieve goals in their own way.
Pros
- Fun Rhyming text grabs children’s attention
- Helps children understand it is okay to be different
Cons
- Some parents don’t like the bullying aspect of the story
Recommended Age
Perfect for children 18 months and up if parents read to them.
What Makes this book Stand Out?
Great pictures, nice rhymes and a message about being oneself.
Sand Toys
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Summary
This 8 piece sand toy kit is perfect for the sandbox or the beach. With a water can, rake, shovel and molds this set will make playing outdoor fun for toddlers.
Pros
- Rubbery Plastic easy for kids to handle
- Cute molds
Cons
- Very small pieces
Recommended Age
18 months old and up
What Makes this Set Stand Out?
The material used to make these toys is softer than most hard plastic toys.
Guide for Buying Inexpensive Gifts for Kids
We’ve all heard that it is not the cost of a gift, but the thought that counts and this is true. However choosing when choosing inexpensive gifts for kids there are some things you should consider in order to not disappoint the child.
Check the Reviews
Make sure that those cheap gifts are durable so the child can play with them long enough to enjoy them.
Choose Gifts that Encourages Creativity and Imagination
If you are purchasing gifts for $10.00 or less then look for gifts such as art supplies, building kits, and other inexpensive gifts that will help a child develop their creativity and imagination as children can use these gifts to build on.
Listen to the Child
There are many times that young children especially will actually be more interested in inexpensive toys than expensive ones. Also don’t exclude simple toys that can be used in various ways such as balls, jump ropes and other toys.
Final Thoughts on Cheap Toys for Boys & Girls
If you are on a limited budget and looking for inexpensive toys for children we hope this list and buying guide will be of assistance to you.
