Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Pre-Teens

As the kids get older, it seems like it's harder and harder to fill their stockings with things they'll like! The Bigs are 11 and 12 now; not quite teenagers, but not little kids anymore! I hate buying piddly-crap just to fill a stocking, it seems like such a waste of money! 

So here's a list of Stocking Stuffer Ideas to help keep your holidays stress-free! 

Beauty Essentials

Lip balm

Nail polish

Nail polish remover

Fun nail stickers

Cotton balls/swabs

Nail files/clippers

Mini scented hand sanitizer

Hair ties

Head bands

Barrettes/clips

Mini comb/brush

Hair Chalk

Travel sized lotions

Novelty band-aids

Gadgets

Ear buds

Charger cords/bricks

Portable chargers

Phone case

Fun & Games

Playing cards

Hacky sac

Travel sized games

Finger lights
Head Massagers
Bouncy balls
Slinky
Silly string
Water balloons

Art Lovers
Sharpie markers
Colored pencils
Coloring books- small, obviously
Duct tape
Washi tape
Fabric Markers


Sweet Treats
Candy!
Oranges
"Fancy" hot cocoa packets
Nuts
Candy!

Miscellaneous
Gift cards in small amounts
Various "coupons" ie: ice cream with dad, extra screen time, etc.
Cold Hard Cash

Stocking Stuffer No-No's!

underwear

deodorant

toothbrush/toothpaste/mouth wash

shampoo/conditioner

body wash

Pre-teens tend to be sensitive and can embarrass easily... nothing more embarrassing than opening a stocking full of things that say "Santa thinks you stink!"

What did I miss?

Do you have family traditions when it comes to stockings?