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10 Festive Christmas Eve Box Ideas for Toddlers and Kids
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As parents, few things are more rewarding than making memories with our little ones—and extra-special memories are often created around the holiday season. It’s a magical time of year when we get to carry on our favorite childhood holiday traditions while also creating new ones with our own families. When you were little, perhaps your family had special Christmas Eve traditions, like opening a single present or cozying up in new holiday pajamas. Today, some parents are adding to the fun in new ways by introducing an Elf on the Shelf to their kids or creating Christmas Eve boxes for little ones.
Said to be inspired by the German tradition of opening gifts on Christmas Eve instead of on Christmas Day, Christmas Eve boxes have started going viral on Pinterest as a new family activity for December 24. While this idea can, at first glance, easily feel like one more thing added to the mental load of parents during the holidays, the beauty of the Christmas Eve box is that it can be a simple gesture that turns into a cherished family tradition.
If you’re interested in curating some December 24 gifts for your kids this year but are thinking “what goes into a Christmas Eve box?” you’re certainly not alone. But let us be your guide! Below, we’re sharing 10 present ideas for toddlers and kids that can be included in a Christmas Eve box—including a few personalized crates that can be used year after year.
Christmas Eve Box Ideas
1. Cute and Festive Clothes
A great place to start is with something fun and festive they can wear on Christmas Day. We love how adorable (and affordable) Carter’s holiday clothes for kids are, making them a great addition to any Christmas Eve box.
Does your family have a little elf who loves to help out with magical holiday festivities? If so, gift them the perfect shirt to wear this season as they get in the holiday spirit.
An oh-so-cute option for the Disney fan at home, this cozy pullover sweatshirt featuring Minnie Mouse will get everyone in the mood to celebrate Christmas with family and friends.
Christmas Eve may be reserved for snuggling together while watching a holiday movie, but there’s always time for a good book before bed, too. Whether you go with a holiday-themed option or just one you know they’ll enjoy, books are always a good idea.
This classic Christmas tale gets a modern update with bright and cheerful illustrations that will look adorable on a bookshelf and be a delightful read with kids.
What better way to spend Christmas Eve than in a comfy pair of PJs? Adding a very special festive pair in their Christmas Eve box is something your little one is sure to love. Bonus points if the whole crew dresses in matching family holiday pajamas!
The holidays are all about staying cozy, and we can’t think of a better way to do just that than with a new pair of slippers. Go all out with a set featuring Christmas colors or seasonal critters like reindeer, or pick a more neutral option that they can wear all year long.
Make the box extra meaningful by including a new ornament that the kiddos can hang on the tree. Grab one that features one of their favorite characters (like Bluey!) or opt for a more heirloom-style option they’ll always cherish.
Calling all Bluey fans! Not only is this wooden ornament adorable—and unbreakable—on its own, but it can also be customized with your child’s name and the year.
Whether you opt for classic holiday treats like candy canes, nostalgic candy toys like Pez dispensers, or a winter-themed hot chocolate bomb, a sweet treat is sure to delight any kid opening their Christmas Eve box.
Nothing says family bonding quite like playing a board game or completing a puzzle together. Encourage a family game night on Christmas Eve by gifting them one of their favorites or something brand new.
Puzzles are pretty great gifts as they are, but ones that play musical clips and offer a retelling of classic holiday stories like The Nutcracker and Swan Lake get an even bigger thumbs up in our book.
You can never go wrong with gifting a coloring book and crayons. Kids love them and they’re great to have on hand for keeping littles occupied while you get things ready Christmas Day. Or, instead of buying a coloring book, simply print off a few of The Everymom’s holiday coloring pages to include in the box!
Make your child’s Christmas Eve box extra special by ordering a personalized crate adorned with your kiddo’s name on it. This is a great option to consider if you plan on making Christmas Eve boxes a yearly tradition!
This post contains sponsored inclusions of Carter’s and Quarto but all of the opinions within are those of The Everymom editorial board. We only recommend products we genuinely love.
