5-year-old girls love a little bit of everything! They can be frilly and twirly, but they’re smart and independent and active and sometimes want to get messy. So give them gifts that fit their whole personality!
I’ve got a variety of ideas for your 5-year-old girls wishlist that are sure to make her smile!
Gift Guide for 5-Year-Old Girls
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1. Dress-Up Clothes
It seems like all the girls my daughter knows love dress-up in some shape or form! Whether it’s princesses, fairies, superheroes or something else, you can find some fun dress-up clothes to fit her play style.
Comes with 3 different color skirts with sparkling stars matching with 3 color toddler-sized heel play shoes, 3 princess tiaras, 3 necklaces and 3 rings, an elegant carrying case for all the princess toys well organized.
2. Barbies
You can’t go wrong with Barbies, and after the Barbie movie, there are more fans than ever! Buy one that comes alone or get a whole play set for more enjoyment.
- Travel-inspired accessories include a map, water bottle, smart phone, face mask, doggy bowl and treat, plus a sticker sheet to customize Barbie doll's ride.
3. Bike
Five is just about the age when kids start to learn how to ride a bike without training wheels! Pick one that she can ride right away, but that she can also grow into.
- 14" wheels
- Adjustable seat and handlebars
- Transforms from balance bike to pedal bike
4. Night Light
I love giving gifts that make a kid’s room feel more cozy and personal to them. This adorable night light lets them control the light on their own, and even better, they can put it wherever they want it in their room because it is battery operated rather than plugging into the wall.
5. Bed Canopy
This rainbow bed canopy is going to make their bed a special place they’ll love returning to at the end of each day.
Dimensions: Size: 23" diameter on top, 98" high, 190" around the bottom can fit all size Kids bed.Material: 100% high-quality polyester fabric and 100% polyester fiber, dust-proof at the top.Perfect fit for a single bed, kind bed and queen bed.
6. Dance Party Lights
Turn your house into a disco with these rainbow lights that dance around your ceiling. They even move to the music you’re playing.
- 3 sound-activated modes + 7 lighting modes + Rotating speed control.
- 1 x disco ball light, 1 x remote control, 1 x user guide
7. Twirly Dress
If you’ve got a only-wears-dresses 5-year-old, she probably loves to test the twirliness of each outfit. This rainbow twirly dress will pass with flying colors (literally!).
8. Softball Glove
Kids can begin playing softball around 5 years old (or just play catch in the yard with family), so get her her own glove!
- Right-hand or left-hand throw
- A durable, lightweight design that includes an all-leather shell and padded finger linings
9. Spot It
This game is simple (but that doesn’t mean it’s too easy!) and small enough to carry in a purse. She can play with friends, siblings or mom and dad!
- Perfect for 2-5 players and the average playtime is 10 minutes
- Includes 31 cards in a tin canister
10. Purse
She can use this purse to actually carry her “essentials” or she can play pretend with all the things she sees mom carrying around each day!
Includes:
- Wallet with Play Cash (25 pieces) and 6 uniquely designed Play Cards (Driving License, Credit Card, VIP Salon Card, Library Card, Gift Card, Ice-cream Card)
- Sunglasses
- Play Key
- Toy Phone needs 2 AAA batteries (batteries are not included)
- Play Water Bottle
- 2 Biscuits
- Play Makeups (Lipstick, Lip Gloss, Mascara, Cushion foundation)
11. Squishmallows
My daughter got her first Squishmallow at age 5 and she still loves them 3 years later! There’s few things not love about these soft, adorable stuffed animals.
- 12" x "11" x 10"
- Marshmallow-like texture made of polyester fabric
- Washable and dryable
12. American Girl Doll
American Girl dolls were a huge deal when I was growing up, and I feel like they’ve only gotten cooler! You can get your daughter one that looks like her, other modern versions or go classic with a historical doll.
Discover the world of American Girl® dolls! Our collection includes beloved historical characters, inspiring Girl of the Year™ characters, and a variety of Truly Me™ dolls. Little ones will also enjoy the sweet friendship of AG Sisters™ dolls and the nurturing play of Bitty Baby® dolls.
13. Disney Princess Sticker Book
Princesses are big at this age, so anything with
- Over 80 Stickers of your Favorite Disney Princess Character
- 12 Disney Princess Sticker Play Scenes; 4 Sticker Sheets; 12 Coloring Pages
14. Rain Boots
Practical and so cute! She will love it when it rains if you buy glittery, light-up rainbow boots!
- Made of durable material, easy clean and 100% waterproof
- Several colors and patterns
15. Letter Magnets
As she starts learning letter sounds and begins reading, keep sets of letters handy where she can play with them whenever the urge hits!
16. Marble Run
If you’ve got an engineer-minded little one, toys like marble runs are endless sources of fun! She can build and rebuild as much as she wants and find all kinds of ways that work (and don’t work!).
- 5 sturdy bases, 15 exciting action pieces, and 45 clear smooth-run track pieces
- 6 different colors of glow in the dark glass marbles
17. Gardening Tools
I love gifts that get my kids out in the sunshine and dirt! Plus, if you encourage gardening help now, you’ll have beautiful flowers in no time.
Canvas Tote; Shovel; Rake; Fork; Watering Can; Kid-Sized Gloves; All tools are made with wooden handles and metal heads.
18. Wall Calendar
We used to get wall calendars every Christmas growing up, and it was always fun to see what perfect theme my mom would pick out that year. Your girl will love keeping track of the days like a grownup on her very own calendar.
19. Umbrella
Don’t get caught in the rain without an umbrella that fits your daughter! These fun umbrellas are kid-sized so she can carry her own and stay dry.
- 38-inch extended canopy
- Rounded tips and a pinch-proof closure
20. Crayola Scribble Scrubbies
These are a blast for kids! They color on the pets and when they want to start over they just give them a little bath!
21. Bracelet Making Kit
Making bracelets is always fun and these are easy enough (and cute enough) for a five year old. My daughter loved making them and taking them apart to make new creations time and time again.
22. Jesus Bracelet
My kids love these bracelets! They’re super comfortable, come in a variety of colors and also different sizes.
23. Unicorn Lip Smackers
My five year old loves borrowing my lip products so I added this to her Christmas presents! Now she has her own little lip balm to use.
24. Instant Print Camera
Kids love taking photos. Rather than letting them use your phone, give them their own camera!
25. Bug Catcher Kit
Your future biologist will love seeing bugs up close with this bug catcher kit.
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