There is something quite magical about a five-year-old’s birthday.
It’s probably the first birthday your child will recall, and the first time they’ll be able to invite school friends to their party. And they are still in that adorable, cute age where they will react to every small gift with a big, beaming smile.
So your only job is to find the toys that will stand the test of time and fill your youngster’s free time with hours of joy and fight off that “I’m bored” catchphrase that all us parents dread!
Start your search with our list of the top gifts for five-year-olds this year, starting with outdoor toys for kids.
RiiRoo Scooters
Scooters are the must-have big gift for every five-year-old. And they offer hours of fun riding at high speed in the local park with siblings or friends.
RiiRoo Scooters offer sizes and styles for every age range, including the traditional push scooter and a more modern electric version for the more adventurous child.
Lego
Lego is the original STEM toy and will keep your five-year-old entertained for hours. With themed sets and varied price ranges, their vast collection means there is the perfect Lego gift for any child.
Lego sells excellent “classic” boxes for young children. These sets offer guided builds for simple constructions that don’t have too many complicated pieces or building steps.
Coding Critters
Coding toys are becoming a big trend right now, but toy companies target most of these in the 8+ age range.
However, Coding Critters is the perfect early learning toy for young budding coders. The set comes with an adorable pet that your child can set with instructions to move around your living area.
The simple arrow graphics that form the basis of the coding instructions are an easy way for children to grasp coding principles before they can read or write.
Sylvanian Families
Many parents will recall their Sylvanian family collection from when they were young. No wonder they are still as popular now as they were back in the 80s and 90s. They are cute, fun, and perfect tiny toys for tiny hands.
They will be an ideal gift for any child who loves make-believe play but is still a little young for their first Barbie toy. And with a vast range, they’ll have plenty of time to grow their Sylvanian collection.
Reading Teepee
Your child is probably getting to an age where they take an interest in books, even if they are still learning their early phonics.
You can help ignite this passion for reading by turning a corner of your child’s bedroom into a reading nook.
What better way to do that than with a beautiful, pastel-colored teepee tent? It doubles up as a cool den for fun role-play games during playdates.
The Best Gifts for Five-Year-Olds
Use this list of the best gifts for five-year-olds to start your shopping spree. These ideas are the perfect balance of active, playful, and educational toys for five-year-olds with all personalities and imaginations.
Don’t forget to explore our lifestyle section for more gift ideas for lots of great inspiration.Â