Eight Nights, Eight Little Delights
Hanukkah is secretly the perfect holiday for small gifts. Eight nights means you donât need grand gesturesâyou need consistency, charm, and a bit of sparkle. The best approach? One thoughtful, Hanukkah-specific surprise per night that fits in a stocking or tiny gift bag and gives everyone something to smile about.
Below is a night-by-night lineup of easy, under-$25 gifts that feel festive without feeling filler. Think play, light, stories, treats, and just enough tradition to make it all feel grounded.
Night 1 â Kick things off with a little competition
Dreidel Pop ân Spin Game
A compact, colorful Hanukkah game that blends classic dreidel energy with an easy board-style race.
$12.99
Night 2 â The classic sweet everyone expects (and wants)
Chocolate Coins, Gold Foil Wrapped Hanukkah Gelt (8 Count)
Kosher milk chocolate coins in festive gold foil, ready for dreidel games or snacking.
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Night 3 â A cozy story that fits bedtime perfectly
Where Do Diggers Celebrate Hanukkah?
A sturdy, rhyming board book showing construction vehicles celebrating Hanukkah.
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Night 4 â Candles that make lighting feel extra fun
Handcrafted Rainbow Hanukkah Candles
Bright, handcrafted menorah candles in playful rainbow colors.
$13.99
Night 5 â A tiny glow for desks and shelves
LED Twinkling Dreidel Decoration
A small, battery-operated dreidel that adds a soft festive glow anywhere.
$17.99
Night 6 â Stickers that turn into instant activities
Big Dot of Happiness Hanukkah Menorah Stickers (256 Count)
16 sheets of Hanukkah-themed stickers for crafts, cards, and decorations.
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Night 7 â A real dreidel for real play
VSFAOV Wood Hanukkah Dreidel
A classic wooden dreidel with clear lettering and instructions.
$11.00
Night 8 â End on something meaningful
Tzedakah Box, Enameled Wood, Blue (5.5)
A compact tzedakah box designed to encourage giving and generosity.
$14.99
Final tip for using this list
You donât have to follow the order perfectly. Swap nights based on your familyâs vibeâgames earlier, books later, meaning at the end. You can also pair items together: gelt with the dreidel, stickers with a craft night, candles with a quick explanation of the ritual.
Small gifts, done thoughtfully, turn eight nights into eight memoriesâand thatâs the real win.
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