Best Gifts for 5 Year Olds

Choosing the ideal gifts for 5 year olds is an exciting journey, as children at this age are full of energy, curiosity, and creativity. Five-year-olds are preparing for school, developing early literacy and numeracy skills, and engaging in more complex social interactions. HABA’s range of toys and gifts for 5 year olds is thoughtfully designed to support these important developmental milestones, offering educational and entertaining options that keep young minds engaged. From educational games that teach foundational skills to imaginative playsets that encourage storytelling and role-playing, our toys are crafted to foster growth and delight.

In this blog, we’ll highlight the best gifts for 5 year olds, focusing on items that promote cognitive development, enhance social skills, and inspire creativity. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or simply nurturing their budding interests, our guide will help you choose gifts that bring joy and support the developmental needs of this inquisitive and energetic age.

Best Gifts for 5 Year Olds

#1  Rhino Hero Stacking Game Rhino Hero is back, scaling skyscrapers and saving the day in this fun, parent-approved 3D card tower game! Build the tallest, most stable tower while helping this strong but heavy rhino navigate his wobbly mission. A fun stacking game for kids and grown ups. Perfect for family game nights, Rhino Hero has won multiple awards!

#2  Hanging Doorway Play Store Set up a fun market in seconds with the compact Doorframe Play Store! This adorable storefront easily attaches to a doorframe, letting kids display goods with clips and organize supplies in handy pockets and hooks. When playtime is over, this play store rolls up neatly for the next shopping adventure.

#3  Little Friends Vet Clinic Playset Bring the excitement of animal care to life with the Little Friends Vet Clinic Playset! This set includes a variety of veterinarian accessories for endless role-playing adventures. Complete with furniture and compatible with other HABA Little Friends figures, this kids playset encourages imaginative play and compassion for animals.

#4  Wooden Marble Runs Introduce your child to the exciting world of science with our Marble Run, where they can design, build, and test their own marble tracks! Crafted from sustainable beech hardwood, this engaging kids toy encourages hours of play while fostering curiosity and critical thinking skills.

#5  Dino Digging Glove Combine the excitement of dinosaurs with the joy of digging using our award-winning Dinosaur Sand Glove! This playful shovel and kids sand toy allows kids to excavate dinosaur bones like real archaeologists before transforming it into a fun glove for digging in the sand, dirt, or snow. A perfect kids toy to inspire outdoor play and spark a love for exploration!

#6  Terra Kids DIY Cork Boat Set sail on an adventure with this eco-friendly DIY boat made from compressed cork granules, making it virtually unsinkable! Perfect for family outings to the beach, lake, or even bath time, young builders can customize their vessel using natural elements found in the great outdoors. Enjoy quality crafts for kids as you create and explore uncharted waters!

#7  Water Dragons Game Embark on a thrilling adventure with this family board game where players race their water dragons to Dragon Bay to lay golden eggs! Ideal for ages 5 and up, this engaging kids game combines luck and strategy while helping kids develop counting skills, turn-taking, and social interaction.

#8  Interlocking Wooden Blocks Construction Set Ignite your child’s imagination with the Interlocking Wooden Blocks Construction Set, allowing them to create everything from arches to intricate structures! This unique block set includes 117 sturdy wooden pieces that interlock through a clever tongue and groove mechanism, ensuring robust and imaginative constructions.

#9  Terra Kids Exploration Magnifying Glass Explore the wonders of nature with the Terra Kids Magnifier, a must-have tool for every young adventurer! This durable magnifying glass for kids features a large lens with two enlargement options, plus an integrated mini-magnifier for even closer observation. Designed for little hands, it encourages children to investigate the fascinating world around them, making it a perfect gift for curious minds.

#10  Kullerbu Sim-Sala-Kling Wooden Track Set This adaptable ball track features interchangeable parts that allow kids to create steep curves and heights for maximum speed and fun. With musical effects like xylophone stairs and a ringing bell, plus three wooden balls and toppling dominoes, this set is perfect for little builders to explore creativity and experimentation while enjoying hours of play.