What makes a great Christmas shoebox?
There are many ways to pack a great Christmas shoebox—and almost all of them will bring joy to a child.
However, wouldn’t it be ideal if the items lasted a long time? If they provided joy for months or years—not days? If they didn’t end up on the road of a community living amongst landfills?
Being intentional with the items you include in your Christmas shoebox will not only impact the child who receives it, it can also help their families and the community as a whole.
So what makes a great Christmas shoebox? One that contains quality, lasting items that will bring joy, provide protection, or support the educational journey of a child.
THE BEST WOW ITEMS
Water bottle and/or filter
THE BEST PERSONAL CARE ITEMS
Cotton washcloth
Organic bar soap
Bamboo toothbrush
Reusable menstrual pads
THE BEST CLOTHING/ACCESSORIES ITEMS
Cotton underwear
Wool socks
Backpack or tote
Quality hat
THE BEST SCHOOL SUPPLIES ITEMS
Notepad
Pencils with sharpener and erasers
Markers or crayons
THE BEST CRAFTS/ACTIVITIES ITEMS
Jump rope
Soccer ball and pump
Sewing kit
THE BEST TOY ITEMS
Wooden puzzle
Stuffed animal that is durable
Musical instrument
Deciding what to include in your shoebox can be challenging, but it’s worth the effort for the amount of joy you’ll provide a child during the holidays. We hope this list of high-impact, quality items helps you pack the best box possible this year!