From DIY experiments to magnetic building blocks to bikes and more, there’s a toy out there perfect for every child. If you need help finding a toy that suits their interests ask friends and neighbors and look at trending items online. Other features to look for include durability, ease of cleaning, and budget. We researched popular toys with these helpful features in mind. Here are the best toys for 5-year-olds on the market. Price at time of publication: $13 There are many color options, and the handlebar is sturdy and adjustable. Price at time of publication: $145 Price at time of publication: $35 Price at time of publication: $32 These Kess balls are simple and durable and great as a sensory toy. Price at time of publication: $15 Price at time of publication: $80 Price at time of publication: $22 Price at time of publication: $19 This set includes 25 triangles and 25 squares and a storage bag. Price at time of publication: $31 Price at time of publication: $58 Price at time of publication: $40 Price at time of publication: $30 Price at time of publication: $46 Price at time of publication: $30 You can easily erase what you’ve drawn in one touch or save it for later. Price at time of publication: $30 Price at time of publication: $20 Price at time of publication: $160 This book makes a great gift and is perfect for long car rides. Price at time of publication: $13 Price at time of publication: $11 Price at time of publication: $30 Price at time of publication: $110 Price at time of publication: $120 Price at time of publication: $40 Price at time of publication: $35 Price at time of publication: $45 Price at time of publication: $35 Price at time of publication: $35 Price at time of publication: $211 Price at time of publication: $66 Price at time of publication: $30 Price at time of publication: $20 Price at time of publication: $15 Price at time of publication: $13 Price at time of publication: $15 Price at time of publication: $40 Price at time of publication: $22 Price at time of publication: $102 Price at time of publication: $25
What to Look for in Toys for 5-Year-Olds
Interests
At 5 years old, if a kid has any specific interests, they are usually easy to spot. They might be into beloved characters, such as superheroes and princesses, specific sports, singing, dancing, or dinosaurs. They also tend to be eager to share the things that they love. This is not only cute, but it’s also very helpful when shopping for games and toys. By considering a child’s general interests when shopping for them, you’re increasing the likelihood that they’ll enjoy a toy(and the likelihood that it will get played with). Look for products that play into their interests like a soccer ball with their favorite cartoon character on it, an activity book with a specific theme, or dress-up clothes so they can play or put on a performance for their family.
Milestones
By the time a child is 5 years old, the milestone chart starts to get a little fuzzy. “The challenge here is that while developmental milestones in the first five years of life are fairly discrete, they tend to cluster from ages five to 10 and it’s pretty hard to distinguish,” pediatrician David L. Hill, MD, FAAP, tells Verywell Family. Because of this, it’s hard to say for sure which toys and games will help with developmental growth, but based on what is known about kids in this age group, consider these concepts and skills.
Entertainment Value
Of course, the more entertaining a toy or game is, the more (and longer) a kid will want to play with it, so it’s definitely something to keep in mind when you’re shopping. At 5 years old, kids are still really into imaginative play, so dolls, costumes, and props are all good options. Additionally, they’re often learning how to read and write around this age and are usually really excited about it, so activity books or other games or toys that play into this are likely to keep them entertained. Finally, they’re still at an age where they have all kinds of energy that they need to get out, so any toy or game that allows them to be active in some way will probably be a hit.
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Deanna McCormack is a freelance writer and creative consultant based in Scottsdale, Arizona. She enjoys working with start-ups and regularly covers product launches in the lifestyle, beauty, and motherhood space. She has a 3-year-old son and an infant daughter and is the co-founder of Loonie Kid, a Canadian clothing company for kids and toddlers. Additional reporting by Ashley Ziegler
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