Free Stuff For Kids in the Mail: Free Books, Toys, Magazines & More
Free stuff for kids in the mail refers to books, magazines, toys, posters, stickers, and other items that companies and organizations send to children when parents sign up online or by mail.
In today's digital age, kids are often missing out on the joy of running to the mailbox and finding something addressed to them—a letter from a pen pal, a card from Grandma, etc. But there are many companies and organizations that will send your child free stuff in the mail just by signing up online. Whether it's free books or magazines, free stickers or toys, or free beauty samples for teens, your child will relish the surprise of receiving an envelope or a package with their name on it.
Check out this list of 20 organizations and companies that will send your child free stuff in the mail. For more freebies near you, visit our Guide to Free Things To Do with Kids in your city for local free events. And, our massive list of birthday freebies for kids includes everything from free food at restaurants to free perks at stores.
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What Free Books and Magazines Can Kids Get in the Mail?
1. Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program mails one free, high-quality book per month to children ages 0-5, no matter their family’s income. Enter your zip code online to see if the program is available in your area.
2. Tennessee Governor's Early Literacy Foundation
This program partners with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to send a free book each month to every Tennessee child ages 0-5. The books include beloved classics like The Little Engine That Could and the Llama Llama series, selected by a blue-ribbon committee of early childhood education experts.
3. PJ Library
PJ Library sends free, award-winning books that celebrate Jewish values and culture to families with children ages 0-12 every month. Joining the program online takes less than three minutes.
4. New Worlds Reading
Any Florida Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) student who is not yet meeting age-appropriate standards according to FAST Star Early Literacy, or any Florida public school or district-funded charter school student in grades K-5 who is not yet reading on grade level, is eligible to receive a free book and reading activities in the mail each month through the New Worlds Reading program. Books are available in English, Spanish, Haitian Creole, and braille.
5. Braille Books from American Action Fund
American Action Fund's Braille Books Program sends blind children a free braille book every month from popular children's book series like I Survived and Clubhouse Mysteries.
6. LEGO Life Magazine
Little LEGO lovers can get a free subscription to LEGO Life Magazine, perfect for ages 5-9. They'll receive five issues per year packed with comics, activities, posters, creative build ideas, and more. Parents will especially love the Legoland coupons!
7. Netflix Family Magazine
Sign your child up to receive monthly issues of Netflix Family Magazine, which features favorite Netflix characters from shows like CoComelon and Gabby's Dollhouse. Each issue includes games, stories, activities, and more.
8.Sesame Street Fire Safety Coloring Book
Kids ages 3-5 can download a free fire safety coloring book in either English or Spanish from the US Fire Administration. (Currently available as a dowloadable PDF.) Parents and teachers can also order a Family Guide or an Educators Guide in the mail to go along with it.
9. Derek the Dinosaur's Coloring Book About Lead
The Delaware Division of Public Health will send families a variety of literature about lead prevention and testing, including a coloring book that teaches kids about the dangers of lead. (Currently available as a dowloadable PDF.)
Where Can Kids Get Free Toys in the Mail?
10. Hasbro FunLab Toy Testing
Enroll your child in the Hasbro FunLab program and they may receive free toys in the mail to test out, then give their honest opinions in a virtual call or via surveys. Parents can sign up, too!
11. Zuru Toy Testing
Through its toy testing program, Zuru will send your child free toys based on their age and interests in exchange for their honest opinion.
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Kids can test—and keep—new toys through the Far Out Toys Fun Lab. Photo courtesy of Far Out Toys
12. Far Out Toys Fun Lab
This toy testing program is the quickest and easiest one to sign up for. Just enter your address and the types of toys your kiddos are interested in and they just may receive some free toys in the mail in exchange for their opinions.
How Can Teens Get Free Beauty Samples in the Mail?
13. POPSUGAR Dabble Samples
POPSUGAR Dabble is an online membership community through which members receive free beauty products in the mail to try in exchange for their honest feedback.
14. La Roche Matte Face Moisturizer
La Roche-Posay, a member of the L’Oreal USA, Inc. family of brands, will send teens ages 16 and up a free matte face moisturizer sample if they sign up online.
What Other Free Stuff Can Kids Get in the Mail?
15. Dinosaur Train Poster
If your child is a fan of the popular PBS Kids show Dinosaur Train, sign them up to receive a free Dinosaur Train Nature Tracker Poster in the mail. The poster highlights the Pteranodon family and offers tips to engage children in nature.
16. World Wildlife Fund Sticker
The World Wildlife Fund will mail your kiddo a free sticker to add to their collection if you sign up on the website.
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Get free swag when you join The Last Kids on Earth Fan Club. Photo courtesy of Max Brallier's The Last Kids on Earth Fan Club
17. The Last Kids on Earth Welcome Kit
Fans of The Last Kids On Earth book series can join its fan club to receive a welcome kit full of swag in the mail.
18. Cotopaxi Llama Sticker
Cotopaxi is an outdoor apparel company that will mail your child a free llama sticker if you sign up for their email list. Who doesn't love llamas?
19. PETA Kids Animal Stickers
Your child can receive six free animal-rights stickers in the mail from PETA Kids. The stickers feature cute animal illustrations along with slogans like "Bee Kind" and "Everyone Deserves Empathy".
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Kids can add some free stamps to their collection. Photo courtesy of The International Society of Worldwide Stamp Collectors Facebook page. Note: Image shown does not reflect the free stamps offered within this program.
20. Stamps
Got a young stamp collector? The International Society of Worldwide Stamp Collectors will send your kids a free stamp packet just by sending their name and address to poly76ce@gmail.com.
FAQ: Free Stuff in the Mail for Kids
How do kids get free stuff in the mail?
Most programs send free mail to kids after parents complete an online signup form. Shipping is often free, but check terms for individual offers.
Is free mail for kids truly free?
All of the freebies for kids that we've rounded up here are truly 100% free.
What’s the easiest mail freebie to sign up for?
They're all pretty easy! You can sign up for most by entering your location, contact information, and children's ages on a website form.
Can teens get free samples in the mail?
Yes, several beauty companies will send free samples to teens.
Do you need to pay for shipping on free mail offers?
While there may be some "freebies" that require that the recipients pay for shipping, none of the ones we have gathered here do! We're parents too, and we know when free is free, and when there are strings attached, and we're not interested in freebies with strings.
