Five-year-olds love to learn, so gifts that spark a new interest or develop a new skill are naturally a good idea. Playful gifts that inspire active outdoor play and foster girls’ developing balance and coordination skills are another great option. When reviewing gifts for 5-year-olds, we considered developmental milestones, design, safety, and versatility. We also looked for gifts that foster independence, learning, and playfulness—three of the traits most commonly associated with 5-year-olds. Based on our reviews, these are the best gifts for 5-year-old girls on the market today. This scooter comes in pink and blue and is made for kids up ages three and up, with a maximum weight of 45 pounds. Price at time of publication: $40 Price at time of publication: $20 Price at time of publication: Prices vary based on item and quantity in your subscription Price at time of publication: $48 Price at time of publication: $28 Price at time of publication: $16 Price at time of publication: $40 Price at time of publication: Starting at $149 Price at time of publication: $51 Price at time of publication: Starting at $18 each month per year Price at time of publication: $32 Price at time of publication: $89 Price at time of publication: $7 Price at time of publication: $38 Price at time of publication: $30 Price at time of publication: $17 Price at time of publication: $19 Price at time of publication: $60 Price at time of publication: $90 Price at time of publication: $12 Price at time of publication: $16 Price at time of publication: $25 Price at time of publication: $65 Price at time of publication: $25 Price at time of publication: $60 Price at time of publication: $10 Price at time of publication: $49 Price at time of publication: $30 Price at time of publication: $27 Price at time of publication: $25 Price at time of publication: $25 Price at time of publication: $12 Price at time of publication: $13 Price at time of publication: $16 Price at time of publication: $25 Price at time of publication: $26
Independence
Five-year-old girls tend to see themselves as “big kids.” So they’ll love items that they can use independently. Pick gifts geared to their age, with instructions they can figure out with minimal help. Choose books appropriate for their reading level. If you get clothing or shoes, pick something your 5-year-old gift recipient can put on and off without assistance.
Learning
Preschoolers and kindergarteners love to learn. So, foster new interests and talents and introduce new concepts by giving the 5-year-old in your life something that broadens their horizons or sparks a new passion. Try STEM toys, building sets, DIY projects, musical instruments, and encyclopedia-type books on topics you think they’ll love.
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Maya Polton is a former marketing manager and current freelance writer who covers food, home, and parenting. She’s also the mom of a 10-year-old son, a 7-year-old son, and a 3-year-old daughter. She keeps a secret space in her basement closet for last-minute gifts. Outdoor toys and art kits are her go-to gifts since they have a wide appeal. Her kids are super active and love any toy that can be played with outside. They are currently setting new pogo stick records every day!
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