Melissa & Doug Countdown to Christmas, available at Target and Walmart, from $17.29
This wooden tree has a magnetic ornament for kids to hang up every day. This helps younger kids begin to grasp the idea of an Advent calendar, and it's sure to remain a tradition throughout the years. A poem printed on the back of the tree is a reminder to pause and enjoy the little things during the busy holiday season.
Recommended ages: 3 to 7 years
Elf on the Shelf North Pole Advent Train, available at Target, $24.95
If an Elf on the Shelf makes an appearance at your house every December, this train will fit right in. There is a spot for an elf (not included) to conduct the train, and the train cars hold 24 surprises. Surprises include mini Elf Pets and holiday-themed accessories.
Recommended ages: 3 years and up.
The Mandalorian 15 Days of Socks Advent Calendar, available at Target, $15
This is only a 15-day Advent calendar on this list, but 15 pairs of socks are more than enough. No pair is the same, and the set includes quarter, crew, and no-show socks. Each pair depicts a character or symbol from "The Mandalorian."
Available sizes: 5.5T to 10 kids
Crayola Craft Advent Calendar, available at Crayola and Amazon and, from $16.99
Keep kids active and exploring their creativity through the holiday season with this calendar that includes 24 different crafts and activities for them to complete. Some crafts include ornaments, decorations, and coloring projects. The best part: The calendar comes with everything kids need to complete each activity.
Recommended ages: 4 years and up
Mega Construx Pokemon Advent Calendar Construction Set, available at Target, $34.99
Kids will be able to construct their own Pokemon figurines and accessories with this Mega Construx set. Figurines include Pikachu, Eevee, presents, a snowman, and an airplane. The set includes 279 total pieces, and there will be something new to build every single day.
Recommended ages: 6 years and up
Hearthsong Wooden Gingerbread House Advent Calendar, available at Amazon and Target, $39.96
Fill this whimsical gingerbread house Advent calendar with your own surprises and reuse it every year. The drawers are small, so they are ideal for tiny treats or notes. Try creating scavenger hunt notes, or for a nonmaterial option, stuff each drawer with a family activity for the day.
Recommended ages: 3 years and up
Step2 My First Advent Calendar, available at Walmart, $59.99
If you want a calendar you can refill year after year as your child's interests change, this is the one for you. Start the tradition when your kids are toddlers and keep it going for years to come. The calendar has large green and red bins with a special gold bin for Christmas day. Designed to look like a snowy cottage, the neutral yet festive look will appeal to older kids too.
Recommended ages: 18 months and up
Mickey and Minnie Plush Advent Calendar, available at Shop Disney, $44.98
This certainly isn't the cheapest calendar on our list, but it can be used year after year. Each day through the month of December, kids will move the plush gingerbread cookie to the correct day. The calendar measures 31 inches high and 21 inches wide.
Recommended ages: unspecified
Elf Advent Calendar, available at Amazon and GameStop, $39.96
"Buddy the Elf, what's your favorite color?" Kids who incessantly quote lines like this from "Elf" can reenact the entire movie with the figurines from this calendar. The set includes 24 surprises and a pop-up display. Some of the surprise even include buildable pieces.
Recommended ages: 4 years and up
Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar, available at Walmart and Target, from $29.97
Bring the Force home for Christmas with 24 buildable figurines and objects from "Star Wars." Kids can build and play with Luke Skywalker, a stormtrooper, and even some Christmas-themed characters. The calendar includes a playmat with a picture of the Millennium Falcon decked out for the season. It also comes with a code to unlock game content from "Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga."
Recommended ages: 6 years and up
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