There is such a huge selection of toys and gifts for little girls aged 5, so finding the perfect one isn’t always easy. That’s why we have created this buying guide which answers all your questions about finding the perfect the perfect present. We’ve also included reviews of some great toys, loved by 5 year olds!
20 Best Gift Ideas & Toys for 5 Year Old Girls
Below, you will find our picks of the best toys, games and gifts for little girls aged 5 – we are confident there is something here your special little girl will love!
1. Sequence for Kids Board Game 
The Sequence board game is a great strategy game, however the original version might be a little tricky for 5 year olds. Sequence for Kids is perfect for younger players, and it can help them learn and practice important skills. The game involves trying to line up 4 tokens in a row in order to create a ‘sequence’ and be the winner! The game board has fun animal pictures rather than the playing cards found on the original game, which helps make it more interesting for young children.
2. Amazon Fire Kids Tablet
The Kindle Fire kids tablet is a great choice for young children who are getting their first tablet. It has loads of child-friendly features, such as age-appropriate content and a large case which will absorb the impact of any bumps or falls. The kids tablet has a 10 hour battery life, so it is perfect for long journeys. It comes with a one year subscription to FreeTime Unlimited, which allows kids to access a huge library of child-friendly content. The Amazon kids tablet comes with both front and rear cameras, so children can take photos of themselves and their friends too!
3. Jewelry Making Set
Jewelry making kits are fun for little girls of all ages to create their own special jewelry for themselves and their friends. There is no thread required to make necklaces and bracelets, as the beads easily snap together by themselves. The beads come in a range of colors and shapes, so every piece of jewelry will be unique. The kit contains 520 pieces, and comes with a handy plastic storage case to keep everything together.
4. Gonge Riverstones 
Gonge toys are great for encouraging children to be active and play outdoors. The rivers stones toy is ideal for helping improve balance and coordination, and each stone has a rubber base to prevent it from slipping even when used on slippery surfaces. The set includes 3 large stones and 3 smaller ones, and they can be stacked inside one another for easy storage when not in use. Each stone can hold up to 110 pounds, so they are sure to provide many years of fun.
5. Pink 2 Wheel Scooter 
This kids scooter is great for teaching kids how to ride properly, as it has two wheels and requires the handle to be turned in order to steer. The scooter can be folded for easy storage when it’s not being used, or for taking it out in the car. It comes in a choice of either pink or blue, and both options have light up LED wheels. The handlebars have two height adjustable settings so it will grow with your child for several years – it is intended for children up to around age 9.
6. Moana LEGO Set 
Moana LEGO is a great gift for children who love building toys and Disney Princesses! The kit has just over 300 pieces, so younger children might need a bit of helping putting it together. Once it has been built, kids will have hours of fun playing with the Ocean Voyager set, which comes with Moana, Maui and Hei-Hei figures. The set has many interactive features which will ensure young children will enjoy playing with the set over and over again.
7. Outdoor Playground Set 
Swing sets are perfect outdoor toys for 5 year olds – they are sure to want to play outdoors and get away from their screens with a great set like this! This playground set can be used by several kids at once, so it’s perfect for siblings to share, or for when friends come over to play. There are 8 different activities included, so loads of kids can play together. Each activity station has a maximum weight capacity of up to 80 pounds, so it can be enjoyed for many years.
8. Foam Pogo Stick 
A pogo stick is a great toy for kids, and this one is much easier for young children to use than a traditional pogo stick. It’s also much safer – there is less chance of falling off and twisting the ankle. The base is made from foam, so the toy can be used indoors as well as outdoors. This is great as it means kids can keep active no matter what the weather! The toy is ideal for helping develop balance and coordination, as well as being a lot of fun!
9. Osmo Genius Kit
The Osmo iPad game is very educational, and helps bring the physical and virtual worlds together. Although the game requires an iPad to play, it also has physical elements such as number and letter tiles as well as a tangram puzzle. Kids can use the Osmo game system to learn math and spelling, and it is sure to be much for fun than doing so in the classroom. Once kids have mastered this game, there are loads of other compatible games which can be added once you have the base. Parents will certainly feel less guilty about their child’s screen time if they are playing an Osmo game.
10. Perler Bead Starter Kit 
Fusion beads are great for children to create their own fun designs, and are ideal for improving focus and concentration skills. This set includes 8000 beads in a range of different colors, and it also comes with 4 peg boards and ironing paper. There is a leaflet which gives some ideas of what can be made, and there are books full of ideas available separately. Melty beads are a great way to pass away hours – kids will love thinking about what they can make up next!
11. Disney Moana Blanket 
This Moana blanket is perfect for a fan’s bedroom! It is large enough to cover a twin bed, or it’s perfect for cuddling up on the sofa to read or watch a movie. The Moana plush blanket is made from easy care material, so even if it’s getting used regularly, it’s no trouble to keep it clean. The colors are vibrant – the blanket is perfect for brightening up a little princess’s bedroom!
12. KidKraft Dollhouse 
The Cinderella dollhouse is a great size, perfect for older children to enjoy. It features 5 rooms over 3 stories, and comes with 11 pieces of furniture to decorate the house with. The house is tall, so children can play sitting or standing. It is ideal for dolls up to 12 inches tall, so perfect for Disney princess or Barbie dolls. The princess doll house is beautifully decorated with fine details – it is certain to be loved by girly girls!
13. American Girl Wellie Wishers 
The Wellie Wishers Camille doll is a great choice for girls aged 5 – it is just the right size the doll is just beautiful! The 14 inch doll comes dressed with a lovely glittery skirt and her signature boots, and there are plenty more outfits available separately. The Camille doll has long blond hair which can be brushed and styled. The doll is perfect for fans of American Girl dolls, and there are a range of books available too which tell the different girl’s stories.
14. Outdoor Adventure Set 
These monkey bars for backyards are ideal for building upper body strength and encouraging kids to play outdoors. They can be put up between two trees, between 15 – 27 feet apart. There are 8 bars included, so it’s a great challenge for kids to cross from one side to the other. You can choose how high to position the straps around the tree – it can easily be moved up as your child grows.
15. Design your Own Headbands 
This fashion headbands kit is a great craft activity for 5 year old girls. Not only is making the bands lots of fun, but kids will love picking one to match their outfits every day too! The kit comes with 10 plain headbands to decorate, many different ribbons, rhinestones and accessories. The kit is great for using at a birthday party or playdate, as kids can have one headband each to decorate. This is a great indoor activity to do on a rainy day, and is perfect for moms and daughters to spend some quality time together.
16. LEGO Friends Heartlake Summer Pool 
The LEGO Friends range is perfect for girls who enjoy building LEGO sets but might find it a bit ‘boyish’. The Heartlake City set has just under 600 pieces, so building it will keep kids busy for a few hours, perhaps with some help from parents. The set is loads of fun to play with once it is built too – girls will have hours of fun acting out adventures with the two included mini doll figures. The LEGO Friends pool is the perfect addition to an existing collection of Friends sets, and is also ideal for starting a collection.
17. Hookey Ring Toss Game
This ring toss game is great for developing hand-eye coordination and throwing skills. It’s ideal for playing both indoors and outdoors, meaning you can have fun no matter what the weather! Kids of all ages and even adults will enjoy joining in with this fun family game – it’s the perfect game which doesn’t involve screens or gadgets. There are two sets of 6 rings included, but any number of players can enjoy the game by taking turns.
18. 16 Inch Royal Baby Bike 
The Royal Baby bike is perfect for 5 year old girls no matter what their cycling ability is. It comes with training wheels, but these are easily removed once your little girl can ride independently. It comes with both hand brakes and coaster brakes, so it’s ideal for teaching kids to learn to brake ‘properly’ for when they move to a bigger bike. The 16 inch bike looks beautiful, and is sure to be loved by little princesses! It comes with a little basket on the front which is perfect for bringing a drink along on a cycle ride, and it’s also just right for a favorite teddy to ride along in.
19. Stencil Carry Kit
This drawing kit for kids is great for taking on the go, as everything can be stored in the case which comes with a convenient carrying handle. There are over 50 pieces included, which is sure to keep kids busy for ages! There are more than 300 shapes to draw using the stencils, in various themes such as Christmas, letters and numbers, vehicles and flowers. The kit also comes with a tri-color pen, some coloring pencils and some paper, so it includes everything kids need to make some amazing drawings.
20. Disney Princess Dress Up Trunk
This Disney Princess dress up set is perfect for a young girl who loves playing princesses! The trunk includes two dresses, either Belle and Rapunzel or Ariel and Aurora, as well as accessories such as jewelry and tiaras. They are designed to fit sizes 4 – 6, so they are perfect for average-sized 5 year old children. Girls will have hours of fun role playing as princesses, and the costumes are great for sharing with a friend or sibling for even more fun!
Top Tips to Help Pick Great Gifts for 5 Year Old Girls
Finding a great gift for a girl aged 5 can be difficult, often parents and friends don’t know where to start! Children this age are good at telling us what they are interested in, so talk to them and see if there is anything they have spotted in the toy store or seen advertised on TV. Five year olds also like to have some of the same things their friends have. There are some classic toys which are popular with the majority of 5 year old girls, such as Disney toys, dolls, dressing up costumes and board games. We feel any of the toys reviewed above would be a great gift for a young girl on a special occasion!
Things to Consider When Choosing a Present for Five Year Old Girls
There are a few things worth bearing in mind when searching for the perfect gift for a five year old. It’s important to ensure any toy is age appropriate – some building sets or craft kits have tiny parts, or are difficult to use, meaning they might not be suitable for younger children. Similarly, it’s also important to ensure any toys are not too ‘babyish’ as this will bore 5 year olds. You should also ensure the gift you have chosen matches their interests – most 5 year olds won’t be afraid to let you know if they don’t like something!
Types of Birthday Gifts That 5 Year Old Girls Love
Birthdays are a very exciting time for five year olds – they start to understand more about what it means and are more likely to appreciate and remember a birthday party with their friends at this age. Kids are sure to appreciate any of the items on our list as a birthday gift – there is something to fit all tastes and budgets too. Many girls aged five enjoy typical ‘girls’ toys, like dolls and dresses. However, educational toys and outdoors toys are great for young girls too – every girl is different and will have different likes and dislikes. The perfect gift for one girl won’t necessarily be enjoyed as much by another.
Unique Christmas Gift Ideas for 5 Year Old Girls
Christmas is a very exciting time of year for young children – the magic of Father Christmas is still in full swing! Kids are sure to have created a list filled with all the new toys and games they dream of owning, however, for parents it can be an expensive time of year. If you are worried about letting your child down by not getting everything on their wishlist, perhaps explain to them that their list can only contain a few things.
If you are looking to get something a bit different and special, you could look into getting a personalized gift. You could choose something with the child’s name on it, or a special decoration for the Christmas tree.
