46 Amazing Gifts for 5-Year-Olds That Will Make Their Year!
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His fifth birthday is the first of many big milestones, and you can make it extra special with these amazing gifts for five-year-olds. Your little one will proudly show off his age by holding up five fingers—then give you a big high-five when he sees these exciting presents!
From educational toys and board games to outdoor adventures and indoor playtime favorites, this incredible list has something for every interest. You’ll find art gifts for solo creativity, experience gifts the whole family can enjoy, and fun options he can share with friends for years to come.
And if you’re looking for more ideas for a younger sibling, be sure to check out our gift guide for four-year-old boys!
Amaze him while he’s blowing bubbles by sharing that this incredible bubble gun releases over 2,000 bubbles every second he pulls the trigger! The fantastic bazooka blaster provides nonstop fun for several minutes before needing a recharge and even features LED lights for an extra exciting experience.
After a few summers of practice with this tee, he’ll be ready for the varsity team! Sure, he’s only five, but with this practice gear, he can take endless swings without having to chase his home runs. Plus, it grows with him, ensuring years of fun and skill-building.
Set him up for an unforgettable backyard camping adventure with this all-in-one playset, perfect for a night under the stars. The set includes everything he needs: a zippered pop-up tent, a faux fire pit, a backpack, binoculars, bug-finding gear, and so much more. This epic set will provide endless fun and excitement.
Introduce him to the marvels of modern science by creating his own rainbow bouncy balls together. This kit promises loads of fun and includes everything needed to craft six uniquely shaped, springy toys.
Forget traditional balls and bats—introducing the soccer game of the future! With this hover soccer set, he and his friends can enjoy thrilling matches both indoors and outdoors. The innovative discs glide seamlessly across the floor upon kicking, and their soft edges ensure no harm comes to baseboards.
This incredible inflatable fort is perfect for all seasons and weather—it sets up indoors! All you need is a box fan to get the fort started, with no hardware required. When fully inflated, the fort can comfortably accommodate at least four kids and their big imaginations.
Start a new family tradition by playing this classic board game with a modern twist! Trouble meets Bluey in a charming new edition that even the youngest members of your family will relate to and enjoy.
Foster his budding curiosity in science with a STEM kit designed specifically for kids. This box is packed with various experiments that can be easily conducted at home using common household items (and a few provided in the kit). He’ll be thrilled with activities that ooze, bubble, fizz, and crackle!
Transform any hot summer day into a refreshing experience with this innovative sprinkler system designed for trampoline safety cages. The specially crafted hose features micro holes spaced evenly, creating a car wash-like effect when the spigot is turned on. It’s guaranteed to become his new favorite activity!
A young rhythm enthusiast will love playing with this electronic dance mat. Parents, it resembles and feels similar to Dance Dance Revolution (DDR), so you might want to give it a try yourselves—but don’t forget to stretch before testing out its numerous preprogrammed songs and light modes!
Bring the fun from the digital screen to the real world with this building kit featuring pieces that resemble Minecraft blocks. Watch your five-year-old’s creativity and architectural skills shine as he crafts amazing works of art with this abundant collection of pieces.
The harder he stomps, the farther these cars and trucks will race. Speed is crucial for these rescue vehicles, and he’ll want them to zoom quickly! The set includes a fire truck and police car, allowing him to play with a friend.
He’ll dream of his dad’s car being as agile as this incredible remote-controlled vehicle. With its dynamic wheels that can move up, down, and in every direction, this RC car can spin 360 degrees, flip, and zoom around for up to 25 minutes before needing a recharge. Available in four vibrant colors, this car is sure to captivate any five-year-old’s imagination.
When your little guy gets older, he’ll be ready for the biathlon after practicing with this target set. The set includes a foam ball-firing gun and a dozen balls in two different colors, making it perfect for friendly competitions.
Chutes and Ladders becomes infinitely more exciting when played with your favorite superheroes! He’ll team up with Marvel characters like Spider-Man in this special edition of the game, featuring vibrant imagery that will capture his attention and make gameplay even more fun.
Who needs a cell phone when you have walkie-talkies? Your five-year-old and his friends will enjoy chatting with each other from up to 3 kilometers away using this set of walkie-talkies. The box includes three devices, each offering 20 channels to choose from for endless communication fun.
Experience the world through the lens of a playful little monster and your five-year-old’s creative eyes with this delightful camera. This fun critter captures photos in 12MP resolution and records videos at 108P. The camera also comes with a 32GB memory card, allowing you to save or print all his precious memories.
Although he wanted a dog, he’s going to be thrilled with a robot best friend. This interactive companion can be controlled with the included remote and offers a fantastic opportunity to explore STEM concepts. It’s both an educational and entertaining experience!
Childhood is an adventure, and this bucket list scratch-off poster ensures your kid’s is the best ever. Featuring over 100 fun, kid-friendly activities, it invites the entire family to join in. Once scratched, it creates a beautiful and memorable poster full of exciting experiences.
Watch in awe as he astonishes everyone by pulling a rabbit out of a hat, making objects move, defying gravity, and much more with this captivating magic kit. With over 100 tricks to learn, using the equipment provided, he’ll be so engrossed that he’ll forget his iPad even exists. It’s the perfect way to encourage creativity and storytelling through magic!
These silly suction cup devices are designed purely to elicit giggles from five-year-olds for hours on end. The multicolor toys can be tossed at a wall to see if they’ll stick, adhered to the floor, or even flung at unsuspecting siblings without causing harm. They’re sure to provide non-stop fun and laughter!
Your little man can transform into one of his favorite heroes by donning this Boba Fett mask. The electronic mask produces sounds that will remind him of the TV shows and movies he loves. With this mask, he can embark on countless adventures! This mask is the way!
Kids of the 80s and 90s will fondly remember this cool football, and now dads can introduce their five-year-olds to its magic. The Vortex football not only spins like the real deal but also whistles! The sound effects are so captivating that your child won’t want to put it down. It’s a perfect blend of nostalgia and fun for the new generation.
Put him in the shoes of an amateur superhero with this craft kit full of super crafts. The box includes 3 big craft projects that will test his creativity and skills. When he’s done, he’ll have 3 new pieces of superhero gear to play with, fueling countless heroic adventures and imaginative play.
He dreams of becoming a ninja when he grows up, but why wait? With this kid-sized punching bag, he can start honing his skills now. Designed to build strength, improve hand-eye coordination, and foster discipline, this inflatable punching bag is perfect for smaller fists eager to practice punches or karate moves. It’s just like dad’s, but tailor-made for young ninja enthusiasts.
Parents and siblings, beware! The five-year-old zooming down the sidewalks or racing through the hallways on this unstoppable scooter is a force to be reckoned with. Designed for easy balance with its three-wheel construction, this ride comes equipped with a double-blasting Nerf gun mounted on the handlebars—guaranteeing endless excitement and action-packed fun!
Every night, go on a space adventure with an astronaut who shines a beautiful starry sky onto the ceiling. The display has colors like pink, purple, and blue, and is filled with tiny white stars that will make your child curious and amazed. It’s a fun way to turn bedtime into a magical space journey.
Even Optimus Prime would have to bow to this amazing toy, which can transform and break down into smaller trucks! This all-in-one robot toy comes with a screwdriver, so you can take apart and put together the different vehicles that form the larger robot. It’s a thrilling way to combine fun and creativity!
While learning words, sounds, and spelling, your little guy can bring those lessons to life with the dinosaur models included in this book playset. The set features a dozen dinosaurs, each corresponding to a button on the book, making it an interactive and fun way to learn and play simultaneously.
Invite your child to tackle this puzzle near bedtime for a special surprise. This 100-piece puzzle reveals its true colors only after dark. Once the puzzle is assembled, turn off the lights to unveil the stunning glow-in-the-dark colors! It’s a fun and magical way to cap off the day.
Who has the bigger stomp, himself or his friend? Your five-year-old and a buddy will have tons of playful and competitive fun with this stomp racer set. With a jump, they can send the cars zooming across the floor or flying through the air. A ramp is included for added excitement!
Make your kid feel like a basketball star with this awesome basketball set! It’s perfect for younger children and can be just as fun as they get older, even into their teen years. This set is easy to fasten on a wall or door and comes with three balls. Plus, it keeps count of their shots, letting them see how many baskets they made. They’ll have a blast practicing and playing!
Make saving fun and easy with this electronic savings bank! Shaped like the ATM that mom and dad use, it automatically becomes more exciting and requires a code to open. Your child will feel like a spymaster trying to access their stash of cash. It’s a great way to teach them about saving money while adding an element of adventure!
What is it about five-year-olds that makes them love the creepiest, crawliest bugs? This awesome kit will be a dream come true! It comes with a powerful vacuum gun, a net, a storage box, tweezers, and more—everything he needs to catch and collect all kinds of wiggly, many-legged creatures right in the backyard!
For decades, Super Bounce Riding Balls like this one have brought joy to kids of all ages. Your child will love joining the ranks of hoppers who bounce their way to endless giggles on their very own gigantic red riding ball. It’s a timeless toy that promises hours of fun and excitement!
Mom and Dad will definitely support this screen—it’s hardly a screen at all! This creative tablet features a colorful background beneath a black “screen” that kids can draw on with a special pen. Erasing is super quick and the entire experience is mess-free. It’s an excellent tool for encouraging creativity without any cleanup!
Ignite his culinary creativity with a subscription to the Raddish cooking box! Designed especially for kids, this subscription box includes kid-friendly recipes from around the world that they can make with help from mom and dad. Each monthly box comes packed with recipes, fun facts, and cooking gear. It’s a fantastic way for your child to learn about different cuisines and cooking skills while having fun in the kitchen!
Explore worlds tinier than he ever imagined with this kid-friendly microscope! Designed to be simple to use with little or no help from mom and dad, this microscope is perfect for young explorers. It comes with a set of slides featuring all kinds of microscopic things to investigate. Your child will have a blast discovering fascinating details that can’t be seen with the naked eye!
He may think he’s old enough for a pogo stick at five, but he might be a bit young. This pogo block is the perfect starting point and much safer! It’s low-key enough to be used indoors and is practically indestructible. Your child will enjoy bouncing safely and building their skills while having loads of fun!
At five years old, he admires mom and dad and wants to be just like them. With this smart watch designed for kids, he’ll be able to:
- Track his fitness
- Take selfies
- Record videos
- Leave himself video messages
It’s just like the smart watches mom and dad use, tailored for his age and interests. He’ll feel grown-up and enjoy all the fun features!
This time, the dinosaurs are in trouble, and your five-year-old is in charge of the asteroids! Your little one will have a blast launching over two dozen foam balls in this exciting target-shooting game. Plus, with a second dinosaur-shaped blaster included, they can team up with a friend for even more action-packed fun!
Hit the road and minimize the endless “Are we there yet?” questions with the Nintendo Switch Lite!
This gaming device is perfect for travel because:
- The battery life lasts for hours
- It’s durable in case of drops
- Has a headphone jack to keep sounds private
- Is easy to pack in a purse
Your child will stay entertained, making long trips more enjoyable for everyone!
Is it Spider-Man? No, it’s Superman! No, it’s your kid being a superhero! With this eight-piece set, he can dress up as four different characters, including: Spider-Man, Superman.
Each set comes with masks and capes, letting him save the day around the house in style! Your little hero will love transforming into his favorite characters and performing all sorts of life-saving missions.
Bingo? More like Zingo! It’s the Bingo game with a spelling and phonics twist that all kinds of kids will love. The game has bright yellow tiles that kids have to match to picture and words on their bingo sheets. It’s ideal for young learners and encourages them to sound out words as they play.
With this awesome kit, he and his sibling might actually get along! Together, they can use the 81 bars and joints to build an epic fort that comes to life at night. Just toss a sheet over the top, and suddenly, they’re the rulers of their very own castle!
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