Moon! When he started learning about the planets, the sun, and, yes, the moon in school, he found a renewed appreciation for the night-lightthe craggy detailing, for instance, thats evident even way up on the wall. Everybody loves Jenga, says Keewa Nurullah, owner of the childrens shopKido in Chicago. The storage bin has a retro vibe and helps to keep all the tiny pieces organized and easy to tote to Grandma's house or to a friends place for a playdate. Players then fill this tower with small, sparkly gems of different colors. A 5-year-old may be ready for that classic big gift: a first real bicycle. For an interactive gift that combines hours of play with important lessons, look to HOMER's Explore Kits. Can there ever be too much treasure?) Instead, up to four players construct a column using translucent plastic rings (representing a magical ice tower); this offers just enough fine-motor challenge for a 5-year-old to find it satisfyingly tricky. An excavation guidebook explains more about each find, but the digging is where its at. (The first person to get rid of all their cards wins.) Shes used it to mold everything from a fantastical landscape of fairy houses to a family of tiny pigs. This is one of the weirderand more delightfulthings in my house. The semi-knobby tires perform well on dirt or pavement. When Wirecutter staff writer Ingrid Skjongs 5-year-old received this as a gift, he was set to free all 12 dinos in one sitting. It currently matches his rooms Star Wars decor, and, truth be told, he still hates sleeping in the dark. Whether it's finding great products or discovering helpful advice, we'll help you get it right (the first time). Perfect for preschoolers to grade school children, Last Stop on Market Street is highly decorated for its stunning story and beautiful illustrations by Christian Robinson. Five-year-old boys are full of energy and eager to explore the world. Crazy Forts is a fort-building kit consisting of 44 plastic poles, 25 connector balls, and building instructions; kids can make endless structural configurations and secret hideouts with the simple addition of a light sheet. If its broken for any reason they will replace it with a new one! These kits offer additional hands-on learning that goes beyond the screen to learn letters, numbers, and feelings designed for ages 3 to 6. Learning is at the center of a 5-year-olds life, but that doesnt mean they need so-called educational toys. Uncle Milton Moon in My Room ($24 at the time of publication). Show them some love with a gift that helps them treat themselves. Five-year-olds may begin to evolve both physically and emotionally, so look for toys that will grow with your child in both respects. Like Magna-Tiles but bendy is how my daughter described the Clixo building kit, which has flexible plastic pieces with strong magnetic nodes that snap together with a satisfying click. As they engage in imaginative play, 5-year-olds foster their social and fine motor skills. My daughter loves the tactile and squishy texture of Crayolas Model Magic. But the bullying of Sulwe over her deep skinthe color of midnight, as the book describes itis the real story. The VTech Kidizoom Action Cam is like a kid-sized GoPro that can be attached to the child's helmet, bike or skateboard. This kit includes everything they need to build their own small garden indoors or outdoors, with a tin planter, plastic liner, soil, and three seed packets for Marigold, Cosmos, and Zinnia flowers. If your 5-year-old is eager to zip up and down the sidewalk, a razor scooter can be a fun way to let them explore. As parents, we appreciate that the night-light shuts off by itself. Kelly Glass is a writer and editor whose interests focus on the intersections of parenting and health. It also includes a pop-up habitat with a clear panel ideal for viewing. By the time kids are 5, theyre developing skills and more-specific interests that open up new gift-giving possibilities. There are endless gift possibilities for a 5-year-old boy, from games, puzzles, books, clothes, ride-on toys, building sets, modeling clay, or framed artwork, a colorful new set of sheets, or other decor and accessories for their rooms. They were already pretty into bugs, and they like catching and carefully investigating critters in their yardand then releasing them afterward. And when my daughter gets a bit older, shell be ready to inherit the fun. All you do is open the case and pop open the tent and it's ready to play in. This fairy princess tent will let them play indoors and out with its easy set-up that makes a great gift for families that travel a lot. This article was written byJulia Fieldsa lifestyle writer for The Spruce covering all things surrounding toys, gifts, and the holidays since October 2021. I spent years creating elaborate, Rube Goldberglike towers with my set in the 80s. They come in kid and adult sizes and dozens of styles and colors so they whole family can match. This fast-paced party game is a true unicorn: Ridiculous, competitive, and fun for both kids and adults. Its sturdy and can handle all the inevitable bumps and knocks your little adventurer can dole out as they cycle, skate or even swim. Your 5-year-old can ride in style with this adorable Mini Cooper ride-on toy from Rollplay. My sons kindergarten teacher began the first day of school with an animated reading of My Mouth Is a Volcano!, about a boy who struggles to not interrupt others; the class was rapt. They may already have clearly defined interests in science or star-gazing, animals or sports. Look for things like building blocks, dolls and stuffed animals, pretend play sets, and arts and crafts in particular, she explains. The 42-piece Rainbow Pack has a variety of brightly colored, differently shaped pieces, and it comes with three spinners to make things like pinwheels, whirligigs, or helicopters. productslearn more about When shopping for a 5-year-old, be sure to glance at the toys age rating, says Kristin Morency Goldman, senior advisor of strategic communications for The Toy Association. Three additional action cards ramp up the mayhem and bring out the silly sides of even the most intense, self-serious players. This Melissa & Doug version (which my son got when he was 5 and which quickly became a staple in his toy rotation) comes with an eye patch, plastic gold coins, and a skull-and-crossbones bandana. Thanks to Holly & Beaus delightful raincoats, my 5-year-old son cant get enough of a downpour. Raya and dragon Sisu are included in this set, and both change colors when immersed in water. Be Different, Be Brave, Be You ($11 at the time of publication). When the pandemic shut down the local Ninja gyms, our friends replaced their memberships with this fun obstacle-course kit for the backyard. With Just Play's Disney Doorables, your 5-year-old can collect five, six, or seven Disney figures from the house-shaped box. Wirecutter has recommended Green Toyss products, including this sandbox set, for kids because they are made from durable but slightly flexible plastic, so they can survive years of indoor and outdoor use, unlike cheaper, more-brittle sets that crack and shatter. Whether you have a big garden, enjoy a modest green space (as we do, at our own home in urban Philadelphia), or grow indoors only, the gardening set and watering can from Green Toys are great for encouraging a young kid to develop a green thumb. My kid learned to correctly hold this guitar and how to strum, and hes learning even more with the help of the Minis included flash cards and the app, which features a tuner and video lessons. Note: Only items purchased directly from Loog are covered by the companys 30-day return policy and one-year warranty; Loog products purchased elsewhere are subject to those retailers respective return and refund policies. Whoever find a pattern, something green, or something that smells good first wins that round and the game continues. She was given a set in a range of colors, as well as the white modeling clay, which she stains with acrylic paint. A soft intro to paleontology, the Dig It Up! Kids automatically get an educational benefit from any number of well-designed, engaging toys, says John Tenuto, a sociology instructor at the College of Lake County, in Grayslake, Illinois, who has studied toys and collectibles (and is an expert featured on the Netflix series The Toys That Made Us). When our oldest son turned 3, my husband and I gave him a glossy red Loog Mini Acoustic Guitar. The talking telescope teaches kids about outer space with 24 beautiful images from NASA already built in. Her work has appeared in the Washington Post, HelloGiggles, What to Expect, Livestrong, and more. This one is offered in three different skin tones, has a soft vinyl head and fabric body, so young children can hold the doll and play with it comfortably. Kids can create six paper dolls then create a closet full of clothes with the included paper, scissors, and markers. Most of the time he asks to concoct these volcanoeswe just use the larger beaker as our volcano, though you could certainly place that inside your own papier-mch mountain. Gentle Booms Sports Family Obstacle Course ($126 at the time of publication). Whether youre 5 or 35, watching the lifecycle of a caterpillar as it transforms into a big, beautiful butterfly is an incredible thing to experience, and this simple butterfly farm was a big hit in my home. (We added these jewels. Look for toys that help advance the skills your 5-year-old is honing in a fun and interactive way that feels more like play than overt learning. This contraptions sliding mechanism lets you trap an insect, an arachnid, or a small lizard from a distance, and it has a built-in magnifier, so you can get a closer look at your catch. Crayola Model Magic Deluxe Variety Pack (about $16 at the time of publication). Consider buying two of the same set and connecting them. Sulwe, a picture book in which most of the pages display a purple, starry night sky, features Black people in every shade. This is a great portable game for car rides or a perfect indoor activity for the whole family on rainy days. The Equilibloc Balancing Game is a colorful twist on a family favorite. Cooperative games have all players working together toward a common goal. Mix and match your doll's outfits then put on a show in front of seasonal scenes for hours of creative and imaginative play that conveniently wraps up in a travel case for bringing on-the-go. What kinds of gifts are popular for 5-year-olds? Loog Mini Acoustic Guitar ($89 at the time of publication). Doling them out over several weeks proved a bit more reasonableand extended the fun. Were continuing to see price fluctuations on childrens toys. By the time he turned 5, he had played too many rock concerts with his axe to count. But theres one problem: Children can sniff out boring educational books full of teaching moments as easily as an organic cereal masquerading as a box of Lucky Charms. Insect Lore Butterfly Farm with Live Cup of Caterpillars ($37 at the time of publication)Insect Lore Butterfly Garden with Voucher ($25 at the time of publication, plus an additional $8 to order the caterpillars). In this engaging science kit, kids can watch their very own caterpillars blossom into beautiful butterflies. From across a room, the Kiko+ Wakka Retro Water Game looks like a traditional, old-fashioned wooden toysomething a character from Little House on the Prairie might have received in her Christmas stocking with an orange, on a particularly good year. Julia is the Assistant Editor at The Spruce, covering all things toys, gifts, and holiday. Adults tend to appreciate the stress relief that comes along with spending more than five minutes on something that doesnt involve a screen, not to mention the Wakkas lovely, minimalist aesthetic. Instead of castles and cubes, Clixo pieces can be used to build curving, jointed, movable creations. Each player is responsible for collecting a specific color, and players take turns removing one ring at a time from the ice tower, causing the gems to scatter out onto the board (some will slip down into holes in the board). More than that and you risk overwhelming the child and making each gift less special and enjoyable. Many of the best gifts for 6-year-olds help inspire an interest, whether its an existing one or something novel. This was perfect, wholesome, educational fun, especially for my daughter, who considered the butterflies to be her babies because she assisted in their birth. If youre planning to gift and use the Butterfly Farm immediately, get the kit that comes with live caterpillars. Dolls, like the Madame Alexander Peekaboos Unicat, are a great way to promote creativity and encourage your little one to use her imagination. The Ultimate Construction Site Book ($14 at the time of publication)The Ultimate Book of Vehicles (about $21 at the time of publication)The Ultimate Book of Cities ($15 at the time of publication). (Its also customizable; my kids name is etched into the top.) Celebrate Dad with one of these unique Fathers Day gift ideas hell use and love for years to come. Together, kids and adults can build marble-racing runs in endless configurations that are as fun to design as they are to play with. Kids can be hard on tech though, which is why the worry-free, no questions asked, replacement policy on this Fire kids tablet is so hard to beat. A wooden set of Tedcos original Blocks & Marbles is truly timeless. This caterpillar can be assembled in a range of different ways with each of its eightsegments lighting up and being programmable to travel left, right or forward, creating countless variations. But weve done all of the simple, engaging experiments that come printed on big cards, too. Kids have to gather as many gems of their color as they can. Also, unlike most similar bikes we tested, the REV 16 comes nearly completely assembled, so you wont have to do a lot of painful wrenching (or visit a bike shop) before your kid takes it out for a spin. Sulwe, actor Lupita Nyongos first childrens book, is a magical tale that stems from the authors real-life experiences. Gift inspiring medical professions their very own doctor kit, perfect for 5-year-olds. (The manufacturer gives a range of 3 years to 10 years, but we think many 5-year-olds would have a ball with it.) The remote (which we initially kept to ourselves) lets him choose a phase and adjust the brightness, depending on his mood or how the actual moon looks outside. ($10 at the time of publication)Just Ask! That raises the stakes, especially when the game nears the end and the tower is wobbly. My daughter gave this bug catcher to one of her friends for her fifth birthday. I was especially grateful for the books detailed, informative captions; when my curious kiddo asked how the track gets curvy without falling down, I had answers. Learning Resources Primary Science Lab Set ($30 at the time of publication). With the included waterproof case it can be taken down to a depth of 6 feet underwater. Over the course of multiple engaging, jam-packed scenes, The Ultimate Construction Site Book uncovers the intricacies of how various structures get built. It also couldnt be more simple to learn. Need a structure big enough for, say, the whole family? Like the titular character, Nyongo was teased about her dark skin and, according to the books author notes, prayed for a lighter complexion. Then, get to work sowing your seeds with the shovel, watering can, and instructional booklet before watching your flowers bloom. Wirecutter is the product recommendation service from The New York Times. Every kid wants their own tent that they can escape and play pretend in. Its light (16.9 pounds) and highly adjustable, and it comes with training wheels (though if your child has mastered a balance bike, they may not need them). They were favorites of my daughters for years, and theyre perfect for young kids just learning to read on their own. Whichever color a player rolls on, the die is the color they need to take out. This models old-school coaster brakes make it easy for kids to get going without much fuss. Kids can travel up to 2.5 miles per hours either forwards and backwards and the car accommodates kids ages 3 and up, weighing up to 77 pounds. (If youre giving it as a gift, we recommend that you include batteries; it requires four AA and two AAA.) Though Black and brown children of color will relate to the themes of colorism, all children will find something to relate to in Sulwes spirited journey toward loving herself just as she is. Your 5-year-old could also play solo, completing the tasks on each card, boosting their logical reasoning skills as they go. This version by Janod Toys includes a die. The set includes 60 wooden pieces of seven different colors, and the game involves a bit more luck and strategy than traditional Jenga. Sulwe by Lupita Nyongo, illustrated by Vashti Harrison (about $13 for either the paperback or the hardcover version at the time of publication). Clixo Rainbow Pack ($60 at the time of publication). When my son turned 5, he fell hard for baking-soda volcanoes: the anticipation, the inevitable eruption, the whole frothy affair. As your child grows older, the clay also comes in handy for school projects; its perfect for building a diorama or any 3D design. Our list features themed toys from Disney, STEM kits from Fisher-Price, and interactive card games from Skillmatics. Hes ready for some sit-down instructionand so is the guitar, which has stood up well to its status as a daily favorite. Dinosaur Eggs set offers little explorers the hands-on experience of excavation. My sisters five kids have taken over in the decades since. At around age 5, my oldest daughter started helping her grandfather plant, weed, and harvest in his large, lush vegetable garden during our summer visits to California. These tiny figures are great for imaginative play, collecting, or trading with friends. Throw in the stuffed versions of Elephant and Piggie for the full story-time experience. HOMER offers engaging virtual learning personalized for your child's needs and age. Travel through a bustling city with CJ and his grandmother as they take the bus and sightsee different people, places, and scenes. My Mouth Is a Volcano! All the kindergartners in my life are united in their love of this construction toy, which combines the joy of brandishing a power tool with the eternal awesomeness of dinos. The kit consists of a sturdy, 56-foot slack line with rings, monkey bars, and rope ladder obstaclesall of which can hold up to 440 pounds. The best gifts for 2-year-olds challenge their fine motor skills and let them bounce, scoot, and wiggle out their abundant energy. Before planting, decorate your planter and markers with the included paint and brushes. Co-op Cycles REV 16 Kids Bike ($154 at the time of publication). This article was edited by Ingela Ratledge Amundson, Courtney Schley, and Kalee Thompson. Photo: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, Learning Resources Primary Science Lab Set, craft projects and creative toys we love for kids, Insect Lore Butterfly Farm with Live Cup of Caterpillars, Insect Lore Butterfly Garden with Voucher, Elephant & Piggie: The Complete Collection, Gentle Booms Sports Family Obstacle Course. Users note that Sisu is even bigger than pictured, and both figures appear to be high-quality and long-lasting. After a few days of watching them flitter about, we released them in the park. The kit includes five baby caterpillars and all the food they need to survive before metamorphosis. I sometimes divvy up the pack for car rides, and the pieces stack together efficiently for cleanup. (The Mini is suggested for ages 3 and older; the starting age for the next model up, the Pro Acoustic, is 8; and the Pro VI Acoustic is for ages 12 and older.) Before that, she covered similar topics including toy reviews, product round-ups, expert-focused articles, and more. Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza ($10 at the time of publication). Melissa & Doug Wooden Pirate Chest ($22 at the time of publication). Spoil your 5-year-old with an adorable pair of shoes they can wear everyday. If youre looking for more kids gift ideas, check out our guides to the best gifts for 1-year-olds, 2-year-olds, 3-year-olds, 4-year-olds, 6-year-olds, 7-year-olds, 8-year-olds, 9-year-olds, and 10-year-olds, as well as thoughtful stocking stuffers for kids. (Younger kids may need some assistance building their creations.) An actual instrument, the Mini has nylon strings (the first three strings on a real guitar, making the transition to a 6-string easier), and it is a comfortable fit for little hands. Crazy Forts (about $40 at the time of publication). Online descriptions dont do justice to the Ultimate pop-up book series. Teach your 5-year-old the value of quality over quantity and the planet-saving virtues of limiting consumption with one well-chosen gift, or up to three small gifts if you prefer. With a 7" IPS display and 16GB of internal storage, youll have plenty of space for the included 1 year of FreeTime Unlimited which ensures you will have all the apps, games and videos to keep kids entertained, including educational content from PBS Kids, Nickelodeon, and Disney. How many Christmas gifts should you give a 5-year-old? This marker is there to help guide you towards the right productsfor both safety reasons and engagement. Depending on the personality and preferences of the child, a popular gift might include a set of Legos, a kiddie microscope that allows them to examine every dead bug in the yard, a board game or sports equipment they can use to play with friends. This kit comes with a range of bricks in 35 different colors and includes window pieces, and 18 tires and wheel rims to create a range of vehicles. First, the players roll the dice to determine where on the grid to place the keys. The best part about this set is that both dolls can be played during bath and pool time, plus during regular playtime for hours of entertainment and imaginative play. We didnt expect him to play it (he didnt), but we did want him to love it (he did). You could look for gifts that complement a childs natural curiosities, whether they love to create art, grow stuff, play sports, make music, or get up close and personal with insects.
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