Two kids playing Rhino Hero in a holiday scene

The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide for Kids: Our Top 7 Picks for Under $20

Holiday shopping doesn’t have to break the bank to be magical! At HABA, we’ve curated a list of seven bestselling gifts under $20 that pack in all the fun, creativity, and quality you love. These budget-friendly treasures are perfect for stocking stuffers, secret Santa exchanges, and for adding extra joy to your child’s holiday. Explore thoughtful, affordable gifts that inspire imaginative play and bring smiles to kids of all ages! Find the perfect gifts for under $20!

HABA’s Philosophy:

At HABA, we believe that children are more important than anything else, so everything we create is designed to make a child’s eyes light up and help them have fun while learning and growing. We shape the future for children. To achieve this, we use everything that makes us who we are: our imagination, our passion, and our skills. We know the difference a toy can make in a child’s life and are committed to creating toys that unlock kids’ creativity, curiosity, and sense of wonder. Every toy and game we design is not only joyful for children to play with but fosters their development at the same time. We also design toys for today while thinking about tomorrow. That is why all our wooden toys manufactured in Germany come from sustainable forestry and carry the PEFC seal.

1. Terra Kids Exploration Magnifying Glass 

This observational magnifier is the ultimate tool for young adventurers and nature lovers! Perfect for outdoor exploration, it lets kids get an up-close look at beetles, spiders, shells, pebbles, and other natural wonders. Thanks to its clever design, the built-in mirror allows for a unique perspective, enabling curious minds to examine objects from both above and below. Lightweight and portable, it features a durable nylon strap and an aluminum carabiner clip, making it easy to carry and always within reach for spontaneous discoveries on hikes or backyard explorations.

2. Town Maze Magnetic Game

Perfect for on-the-go fun, the Town Maze Magnetic Game helps develop fine motor dexterity, visual spatial skills, counting skills, and color-identifying abilities. Players help the colorful balls find their way home to their matching garage by navigating them through the city and around blocked roadways. One of the roadblocks has to be moved out of the way while the other can be rotated to let one ball through at a time. Players will slide the magnetic wand that’s tethered to the game board over the plastic track.

3. Luisa Snug-Up Doll

Luisa is a gift suitable for any baby, toddler, or preschooler. She is an 8” soft bodied doll that makes her an ideal cuddly companion. Her friendly blue eyes, nose, mouth are all printed on making the toy safe and chew-able for little ones. What’s more, her pink pajamas and hat are sewn on from fleece plush; she can sit easily on a nursery shelf.

The soft fabric is soothing for any child and is completely machine washable. The doll promotes baby’s social and emotional development and makes a great accompaniment to the Luis Snug-Up Doll.

4. Rhino Hero

A heroic 3D card-stacking game, Rhino Hero features a superhero that scales the highest houses looking for crime. Rhino Hero is as strong as a lion, smart as a fox, and heavy as a rhinoceros!

Some of the strongest towers may begin to wobble when he’s around! Rhino Hero asks players to assist him in building a tower that is as strong and tall as imaginable. The engaging hero game is a recipient of the Major Fun! Award, Mr. Dad Seal of Approval, and PTPA (Parent Tested - Parent Approved).

5. Logic! CASE Starter Set 4+

With these innovative puzzle games, children ages 4 and up can independently tackle a variety of brain-teasing challenges. Featuring 77 progressively more difficult puzzles, this set is designed to build critical thinking skills using image-based clues.

Kids can check their answers by inserting the wooden peg into the hole on the case—if the card releases, their solution is correct! This rewarding feedback system keeps them motivated and engaged. Compact and portable, Logic! puzzles are perfect for travel or quiet play, offering steady entertainment wherever you go. The set includes a built-in cord stopper to keep cards secure and everything neatly organized when not in use.

6. Bubble Bath Whisk

Let your little one make their own bubbles with the Bubble Bath Whisk! Submerge the whisk and turn the crank and watch the foaming bubbles create tons of whirlpool fun in the bath tub! The whisk itself is simple and sturdy so young children will be able to operate it independently and create their own bubbles while fostering their gross motor skills.

Bring the bubble whisk wherever you go; enjoy the fantastic, foaming bubbles in the bathtub, pool, water table, or in the ocean!

7. Kringelring Clutching Toy

This handcrafted Kringelring Clutching Toy is made of wood from sustainable forestry in Germany. The pliable ring of rainbow-colored beechwood beads are threaded onto a sturdy plastic band. Smaller rings are made from BPA-free plastic, making the Kringelring safe for teething. The toy has also been tested and has met the highest EU and US safety standards.

The vibrant colors and fun, rattling sounds will make children fall in love with this classic clutching toy. All colors are applied in multiple layers of water-based, solvent-free lacquers to ensure that the toy will withstand wear and tear when taken from the hand to the mouth.

Feeling inspired? Check out the rest of HABA's best sellers to knock out all of your holiday shopping for the kids in one place! Browse from toys suitable for infants to children ages 8 years and older. You’ll surely find fun for the whole family!


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