It's almost time for "How do I budget myself shopping for the kids [1]?" season! Instead of breaking the bank buying gifts because every time you spend too much money, an elf dies (kidding), why not check out our list of 38 hot (and cheap) Christmas gifts for the kiddos? All 20 bucks and under, your job as Santa will be more rewarding and less anxiety producing once January comes around and you're looking at those bank accounts wondering, "Did I really need to spend that much?"
Nope! No, you didn't, so shop off of this list and set a few dollars aside for wine once your family or in-laws start to wear you down over the holidays.
Glimmies Glimtern
The sweet and sparkly Glimmies Glimtern [3] ($16) is sure to be a hit.
Spin Master Games Spray Off Play Off
The objective of the Spray Off Play Off Game [4] ($20)? Try to stay dry!
Tegu Travel Pals Magnetic Wooden Building Toy Blocks
Kids can create tons of shapes with Tegu Travel Pals Magnetic Wooden Building Toy Blocks [5] ($20).
How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
Kids can read the classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas! [6] ($9) on Christmas Day while waiting for dinner.
Walter the Farting Dog
Now, honestly, what kid wouldn't want Walter the Farting Dog [7] ($14)?
Marvel Avengers Endgame Hulk Deluxe Figure
Get ready to Hulk smash with the Marvel Avengers Endgame Hulk Deluxe Figure [7] ($14).
Etch A Sketch
The Etch A Sketch [8] ($15) is a classic for a reason!
Mini Combat Action Wrestling Toy Figure Play Set
Host your own wrestling tournament with the VT Mini Combat Action Wrestling Toy Figure Play Set [9] ($18).
Barbie Fashionistas Doll
There are lots of styles to explore with the Barbie Fashionistas Doll [10] ($8).
Create Basics Tie-Dye Kit
Creating wearable works of art with the Create Basics Tie-Dye Kit [11] ($18)? Yes, please.
Hasbro Connect 4 Game
Kids can spend hours trying to beat each other in a round of Hasbro Connect 4 [12] ($8).
Enchantimals Sleepover Night Owl Dolls
How cute are the accessories on the Enchantimals Sleepover Night Owl Doll [13] ($15)?
Play-Doh Stamp 'n' Shape Toolkit
Your little one can create anything their heart desires with the Play-Doh Stamp 'n' Shape Toolkit [14] ($15).
Disney Princess Colorful Pop Up Board Game
Princesses and board games? The Disney Princess Pop Up Board Game [15] ($15) has got all the essentials.
Angry Birds Star Wars (Nintendo Wii)
Your kids will love the mix of genres in the Angry Birds Star Wars (Nintendo Wii) [16] ($15).
Kinetic Sand Sandcastle Set
We love the Kinetic Sand Sandcastle Set [17] ($10) because it's all the fun of the beach without having to dump out your shoes.
Hoot Owl Hoot! Board Game
The color-coded Peaceable Kingdom Hoot Owl Hoot! Board Game [18] ($16) grows with your child.
Phineas and Ferb For Nintendo DS
Hang with your favorite adventurers while playing Disney's Phineas and Ferb For Nintendo DS [19] ($8).
Fisher-Price BeatBowWow Interactive Learning Toy
The bright lights and playful tunes of the Fisher-Price Bright Beats Juniors Beatbo Interactive Bobble Head [20] ($2, originally $8) will entrance youngsters.
Disney Moana's Magical Seashell Necklace
Discover the heart of Te Fiti with Disney Moana's Magical Seashell Necklace [21] ($12).
Hot Wheels Rooftop Race Garage Playset
Zip around with the Hot Wheels Rooftop Race Garage Playset [22] ($15).
Lego Duplo Disney Mickey & Minnie Birthday Parade
Celebrate the most famous mice with the Lego Duplo Disney Mickey & Minnie Birthday Parade [23] ($18).
Disney Elena of Avalor Adventure Dress
Dress for a royal adventure in the Disney Elena of Avalor Adventure Dress [24] ($19).
Fisher-Price Little People Police Car
Let your kid emulate their heroes with the Fisher-Price Little People Police Car [25] ($14).
Nerf N-Strike Elite Strongarm Toy Blaster
Step up playtime with the Nerf N-Strike Elite Strongarm Toy Blaster [26] ($14).
Shopkins Shoppies Wynter Frost Doll Special Edition
You'll win the holidays if you bring home the Shopkins Shoppies Wynter Frost Doll Special Edition [27] ($20).
Nickelodeon JoJo Siwa Dreaming of Unicorns Plush With Bag
How cute is the Nickelodeon JoJo Siwa Dreaming of Unicorns Plush With Bag [28] ($15)?
Disney Pixar Cars Mini Racers 10-Pack
Hang with Lightning McQueen and all his friends that come in the Disney Pixar Cars Mini Racers 10-Pack [29] ($20).
Paw Patrol Plush Pup Pals, Marshall
You kid will adore cuddling up with a Paw Patrol Plush Pup Pals, Marshall [30] ($19).
Lego Creator Mighty Dinosaurs
Spend some time building the Lego Creator Mighty Dinosaurs [31] ($12) with your kid — they'll love it!
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Book
Really get them in the Christmas spirit by reading Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer [32] ($5).
Shopkins Happy Places Kitty Kitchen Welcome Pack
If they don't have the Shopkins Happy Places Kitty Kitchen Welcome Pack [33] ($20), it's a good place to start.
Num Noms Starter Pack Series 3
Your kid will love collecting the Num Noms Starter Pack Series 3 [34] ($20).
DC Super Hero Girls Wonder Woman Doll
The best way to beat the bad guys? This DC Super Hero Girls Wonder Woman Doll [35] ($15)!
Little Golden Book Christmas Stories
The Little Golden Book Christmas Stories [36] ($7, originally $10) is perfect for young readers.
Just Play Trolls Poppy True Colors Styling Head
Create any hairstyle you want on the Just Play Trolls Poppy True Colors Styling Head [37] ($17).
Apples to Apples Party in a Box
The whole family will enjoy a classic round of Apples to Apples Party in a Box [38] ($14).
Monster High Fright-Mares Doll
Go back to school (the cool way) with the Monster High Fright-Mares Doll [39] ($20).