Each year, we love putting together a list of affordable holiday gifts for kids under $15 to go with our list of 60+ holiday gifts for adults under $15. It’s nice to know there are plenty of affordable gifts that still seem like big deals to kids, tweens, and even teens — including options from the big stores, and plenty from the small businesses we love to support.

Whether you’re trying to spend a little less this year, or you have a whole brood of nieces, nephews, little cousins, and your friends’ kids to shop for, we hope you find some wonderful holiday gifts for kids under $15 on this list, for Christmas, Hanukkah, even Christmukkah!

And remember — sometimes it’s the small things that kids really want that they love the best. We see it happen every year.
– The CMP team

60+ amazingly cool gifts for kids under $15. 

This post contains affiliate links and we may earn a small commission from some purchases, which supports our team at no additional expense to you. There’s no payment for inclusion in our guide, just the stuff we love! 

All prices are accurate at the time of publishing, but subject to change, especially after Black Friday week. Prices do not include shipping. 

Tamagotchi Nano

The Tamagotchi is back! And it’s one of our teens’ biggest requests this year.
(on sale, $14.99, Amazon)

Custom Initial Beanie for Kids

Find dozens of color combinations for this initial custom beanie with a child’s initials, and get one for each kid on your list. They’re so affordable if you hurry!
(on sale for a limited time, $9.85, Little & Bee on Etsy)

Wicked movie soundtrack

The Wicked movie soundtrack helps them be pop-u-lar at the sing-along screenings this winter…or just while belting it out in the car.
($13.97, Amazon)

Organic cotton holiday PJs

A fresh set of affordable holiday PJs for kids…so affordable you could get them to match the whole family.
(on sale, from $11, Gap)

Their favorite Funko Pop! Character

From Wednesday Addams to Marvel heroes, to the anime series you’ve never even heard of.
(Black Friday deal, from $3.99, Amazon)

Retro Bowie tee for kids

This Bowie tee for kids is perfect for them “while they try to change their world.”
(on sale, $14.39, BaffleGear on Etsy)

DIY superhero cape-making kit

Instead of a licensed character cape, try this DIY superhero cape kit that lets a kid be Super Jasmine or Super Isaiah.
($12.95, Kiwi Co)

Peppermint Shea Body Sugar Scrub

Our kids and teens love this Tree Hut body scrub from an AAPI-owned company.
($8.99, Target)

Santa’s First Christmas book

Santa’s First Christmas is a wonderful new book for Christmas revelers from one of our absolute favorite authors, Mac Barnett with Sydney Smith.
(on sale, $17.09, Amazon, or try  Barnes & Noble and Bookshop.org)

(Note to our readers: prices at Bookshop.org may be a little higher, but you are supporting indie bookstores in your neighborhoods with each purchase. Sometimes that’s worth an extra dollar or two for us.)

All-Weather Soccer Ball

What a fantastic deal on this kids soccer ball that will get the whole family playing outside together.
(on sale, $7, Target)

 More holiday gift ideas:
60+ incredible gifts under $15 for adults
22 of the best Taylor Swift gifts for your special Swiftie
20 very cool personalized gifts for adults to make things extra special this year
20 unique personalized gifts for kids from toddlers to teens
24 perfect gifts for your mother-in-law (or stepmother or aunt or cool grandma)
20 wonderful Hanukkah gifts for kids of all ages
The best Hanukkah food gifts to send — even if you’ve never sent a Hanukkah gift before

Personalized Name Crayons

You’ll have to spend tiny a bit over $15 for longer names than Mia or Ted, but the personalized name crayons handmade by one of our favorite women-owned Etsy shops are absolutely wonderful! She’s a best-seller for a reason.
(on sale for a limited time, $3.60 each letter, Art2TheExtreme on Etsy)

 

Holiday stud earrings

Handmade Christmas earrings from art director & Etsy entrepreneur/mom Farah Brigante. Adorable!
($10,Naaz Design Co on Etsy)

Narwhal or unicorn horn sidewalk chalk set

The narwhal or unicorn sidewalk chalk puts a little extra magic into those hopscotch boards.
(on sale, $15.30, Maisonette)

Oversized Plush Star Wars Throw

With this cozy Star Wars throw, may the warmth be with you.
(limited time sale, $9.99, Kohl’s)

Ecotools eye makeup brush kit

A set of Ecotool makeup brushes is an affordable gift under $15 for your tweens + teens to practice the lewks they see on TikTok.
($9.99, Ulta)

Whoa Dough modeling clay

This gluten-free modeling compound from Whoa Dough is so thoughtful for kids with allergies…or kids without them.
($9.97, Amazon)

Nightmare Before Christmas: Making Christmas card game

Play this Nightmare Before Christmas game from Funko Games in just 20 minutes. Then play again. And again. And again.
($16.76, Amazon)

I Read Banned Books: 500 Piece Puzzle

Perhaps this banned books puzzle for kids 8 and up will match the covers of the books on your family’s own shelves.
($14.88, Amazon; other cool puzzles available too)

Temporary Hair Color Chalk Kit

This temporary hair chalk is non-allergenic, non-toxic, and doubles as face-paint. Gotta love that.
(Black Friday Deal, $12.99, Amazon)

7-Pack of Hello Kitty Socks

Cute toes every day of the week with this Hello Kitty sock gift set. Other designs available too.
($15, Target)

 More holiday gift ideas:
60+ incredible gifts under $15 for adults
22 of the best Taylor Swift gifts for your special Swiftie
20 very cool personalized gifts for adults to make things extra special this year
20 unique personalized gifts for kids from toddlers to teens
24 perfect gifts for your mother-in-law (or stepmother or aunt or cool grandma)
20 wonderful Hanukkah gifts for kids of all ages
The best Hanukkah food gifts to send — even if you’ve never sent a Hanukkah gift before

 

DIY Bracelet Kit 2-Pack

Get 6 handmade gifts out of one cool bracelet-making kit — all for under $15.
(on sale, $11.99, Maisonette)

Seasonal Lite-Brite Set with 12 Templates

Lite-Brite is still a classic gift for kids, and on sale under $15, including a different pattern for each month of the year.
(on sale, $8.99, Amazon)

 

Sony Earbuds

A tech gift unnder $15 for kis? Yes! Grab these Sony earbuds from a trusted brand at a fabulous price.
($9.99, Amazon)

Minecraft LCD Watch

This Minecraft watch for kids is a terrific starter watch for fans.
($8, Target)

Something, Someday by Amanda Gorman and Christian Robinson

Something, Someday is an inspiring book from a powerful young poet and a Cadecott-winning illustrator about little changes making big differences,
(on sale, $10.99, Amazon, or try Barnes & Noble and Bookshop.org)

(Note to our readers: prices at Bookshop.org may be a little higher, but you are supporting indie bookstores in your neighborhoods with each purchase. Sometimes that’s worth an extra dollar or two for us.)

Twinkle Lights

If your kids don’t already own a set of twinkle lights with clips for all their favorite photos, grab these at a fantastic price. If they do own a set, believe us, they want more.
(on sale, $11.86, Amazon)

DIY Squishmallow Charm Bracelet Kit

If they have enough Squishmallows (according to you, not them), try a Squishmallows bracelet kit!
($14.99, Target)

Green Toys airplane

This eco-friendly plane from Green Toys is ready for takeoff.
(on sale, $7.89, Amazon)

Cloud Watching Hair Pin Set

We love this shop for cute gifts, and this beautiful hair pin set comes packaged beautifully.
($15, Super Smalls)

Gamer ugly sweater tee

Tacky and techy…all in one ugly sweater tee for gamers.
($15.99, Kohl’s — check sizes)

Burt’s Bees Essential Beauty Gift Set

This Burt’s Bees Beauty Gift Set is the perfect starter kit for kids who don’t need to be raiding mom’s lipstick stash.
($14.99, Kohls)

Earrings for Proud Geeks

Find lots of fun, afffordable geeky earrings for tweens and teens that celebrate passions from chemistry to cats to cassette tapes.
(from $10, Michelle Mach on Etsy)

 

Elf Snowball Showdown Card Game

This Elf game is classic holiday gifts for fans of all ages, because is anyone not an Elf fan?
($12.99, Amazon)

Future HBCU Grad Tee

This Future HBCU Grad t-shirt from kids is perfect for little kids with big futures ahead.  
(on sale for a limited time, $13.50, Layze Girl Designs on Etsy)

Hanukkah Pajamakkahs book

Hanukkah Pjamakkahs is the perfect board book for the kid who adores holiday pajamas…and Hanukkah.
(Black Friday deal, $14.27, Amazon, or visit Barnes & Noble or Bookshop.org)

Related: 20 wonderful Hanukkah gifts for kids from toddlers to teens

Mother-Daughter Love You More bracelet set

Tons of adorable, affordable gifts for kids under $15 like this“Love You More” friendship bracelet set — by the way, it can be from a Dad, an Aunt, a Grandma or Grandpa, or even a big sibling.
(on sale for a limited time, $10.50, Brooklyn Rose Beads Etsy)

LEGO Star Wars Captain Rex Y-Wing Microfighter

LEGO gifts like this Star Wars Y-Wing Microfighter Set are small but impressive. Kids looooove them.
($12.99, Target)

Cotton Boy’s Dress Shirt

You won’t believe how grown-up your kid in this sophisticated dress shirt in a choice of colors and patterns.
(on sale for a limited time, $13 and up, Gap)

 

Wooden unicorn ornament set

Each year, we love giving the kids new ornaments that are theirs to hang, like these personalized wooden animal ornaments in tons of adorable styles.
($15, Oh Little Wren on Etsy)

Kids’ Ukulele

How soon til they can play the entire Taylor Swift catalog on this kid-sized ukulele?
(on sale, $9.48, Amazon)

Also see: Our guide to the best gifts for Taylor Swift fans this year

Set of 36 dual-brush markers 

The perfect set of colorful markers for bullet-journaling, sketching, or just a little off-screen doodling.
(on sale, $7.97, Amazon)

Bat Stud Earrings

If you think this outgragouesly cool bat stud earrings are just for Halloween, you don’t know our kids!
(on sale, $15, Bauble Bar)

Glossier Balm Dot Com

The yummy-smelling, vegan Glossier Balm Dot Com is tops with teens and tweens. It’s not a big gift, but it’s one they really love.
(on sale, $13 each, Glossier)

Initial hair clips

At this price, we’d grab these gorgeous initial hair clips for lots of people on our list!
(on sale, $5-10, Bauble Bar)

Cosmic Dreams Mini Coloring Roll

We love Mudpuppy’s space-themed coloring roll — spread it across the table and let the kids get creative all day. And night.
($7.99, Amazon)

5-pack Hot Wheels Die Cast Cars

Not gonna lie, our teens might want these Diecast Hot Wheels, too. You know, for sentimental value.
($5.99, Target)

500-Piece Lounge Dog Puzzle

This doggie puzzle for kids requires less care and maintenance than a room full of real dogs, that’s for sure.
($14.97, Amazon)

The Fuzzies game

No kid can resist The Fuzzies game, with its goal to build it up and knock it down.
($14.89, Target)

 

Magnetic Play Set by Petit Collage

This magnetic play set is perfect for travel, and reminds us of one singer in particular our kids happen to be obsessed with.
($13.54, Amazon)

Ballerina Necklace

This ballerina necklace is a sweet gift for any young dancer — available in three different skin tones.
($10, Bauble Bar)

Felt taco play food set

Order street tacos or crunch tacos from your kid with this felt taco play food set. Browse the shop for more treats!
(from $6.20, Felt Food Truck Etsy)

Spalding NBA youth basketball

Love this official Spalding NBA youth basketball season. Any excuse to get the kids outside more these days.
($14.99, Target)

Jordan Jumpman AIR T-shirt

The original GOAT, in a classic Jordan Jumpan AIR t-shirt design from Nike Maybe to go with the basketball?
($12.99, limited-time sale, Foot Locker)

 

Kawaii Boba Tea AirPods Case

If you have kawaii-loving tweens or teens, they’ll love this AirPods case!
($3.99, Amazon)

LEGO Gingerbread ornaments

Popular with kids of all ages, this LEGO gingerbread ornament set is so cute!
($12.99, LEGO.com)

Softer-Than-Cashmere Scarf

So, so, so soft. And at this price for a beautiful scarf, we’ll be less panicked that they’ll leave it somewhere.
($9.59, on sale, Kohl’s)

 

Wreck this Journal

Color. Draw. Destroy. let them get it all out in the best-selling Wreck This Journal, now in color.
(on sale, $9.19, Amazon

Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza

Trust us, this Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza game is a blast for the whole family. Great gift for kids under $15!
(on sale, $7.99, Amazon)

 

Rainmaker toy

Soothing and fascinating to young toddlers, this Rainmaker toy comes in red or blue.
(from $12.68, Amazon)

Personalized Kids Sunglasses

The future’s so bright in these personalized sunglasses.
(on sale, $7, MultiBracelet on Etsy)

Personalized Star Wars lightsaber bookmark

Add a bookmark like this lightsaber when you gift a favorite book, and you’ll make it more special.
($12.09, Quetzal Studio oon Etsy with personalization available)

See more of our favorite unique personalized gifts for kids this year

Holiday lip balm gift set

This Etsy maker offers every holiday lip balm flavor you can imagine, from classics to…Butterbeer.
($13.99, Design Naturals on Etsy)

CashSoft Kids Beanie

A fresh beanie in their favorite color is a practical but thoughtful gift.
Also browse GapFactory for even more deals on beanies for babies, kids, and teens.
($13, on sale for a limited time, Gap)

Celebrate the World: Kwanzaa

This Kwanzaa children’s book by Hannah Eliot and Andrea Pippins is perfect for young kids who observe Kwanzaa or want to know more about it..
($8.36, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org)

Note that books at Bookshop.org cost a little more because they support your favorite local independent bookstore. We think that’s worth a few dollars if you can afford it, so we give you a choice. 

 

 More holiday gift ideas:
60+ incredible gifts under $15 for adults
22 of the best Taylor Swift gifts for your special Swiftie
20 very cool personalized gifts for adults to make things extra special this year
20 unique personalized gifts for kids from toddlers to teens
24 perfect gifts for your mother-in-law (or stepmother or aunt or cool grandma)
20 wonderful Hanukkah gifts for kids of all ages
The best Hanukkah food gifts to send — even if you’ve never sent a Hanukkah gift before