20 Perfect Gifts for 5-Year-Old Girls (2023)

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 20 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.

Princess Dress Up Clothes and Accessories
$27.19

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.

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03/07/2024 02:54 am GMT

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.

Barbie Fashionistas Doll and Scooter
$32.38
  • ​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.


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03/07/2024 02:54 am GMT

3. Bike

5 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.

Strider 14x, Awesome Blue - Balance Bike
$209.99
  • As your child grows, you can easily and quickly adjust the seat & handlebar heights. The 14x has a seat height range from 15-22” to fit a huge range of inseam lengths (16-23”).
  • Converting the 14x from a balance bike to pedal bike is quick & easy—we even provide the wrench to screw in the only bolt! Once your little one is ready to pedal, just attach the Easy-Ride Pedal Conversion Kit (sold separately).
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03/08/2024 02:33 pm GMT

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.

Cat Lamp
$15.71
  • 6"D x 3"W x 4"H
  • Soft silicone
  • Tap Control and 16 colors
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03/07/2024 03:03 am GMT

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.

Bed Canopy
$32.99
  • Size: 22" diameter on top, 98" high, 220" around the bottom can fit all size kids bed.
  • Material: 100% high-quality polyester fabric and 100% polyester fiber, dust-proof at the top.
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03/07/2024 03:09 am GMT

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.

Sound Activated Party Lights with Remote Control
$9.99
  • 3 sound-activated modes + 7 lighting modes + Rotating speed control.
  • 1 x disco ball light, 1 x remote control, 1 x user guide


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03/07/2024 03:13 am GMT

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!).

Rainbow A Line Dresses Black
$23.99
  • Knee-length A-line dress
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03/07/2024 03:19 am GMT

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!

Rawlings girls 10.5 inch Softball Glove
$33.35
  • Right-hand or left-hand throw
  • A durable, lightweight design that includes an all-leather shell and padded finger linings
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03/07/2024 04:39 am GMT

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!

Spot It! Classic Card Game
$12.99

Spot it! Is perfect for 2-8 players and the average playtime is 15 minutes.

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03/07/2024 04:45 am GMT

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!

Kids Pretend Play Purse
$24.99

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)
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03/07/2024 04:45 am GMT

11. L.O.L. Doll

She’ll be putting on fashion shows in no time with L.O.L. dolls. Pick the one that most fits your girl’s style or collect them all.

L.O.L. Surprise! LOL Surprise OMG Jams Fashion Doll
$14.79

Fashion doll, fabulous fashions, shoes, accessories, glasses, a purse, a hairbrush, and a doll stand

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03/07/2024 04:49 am GMT

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.

American Girl Truly Me 18-Inch Doll
$115.00
  • The 18" Truly Me Doll Has Lifelike Eyes That Open And Close Smoothly; Realistic Hair That Can Be Styled; A Soft Cotton Body; And A Movable Head And Limbs Made Of Smooth Vinyl


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03/07/2024 04:54 am GMT

13. Disney Princess Sticker Book

Princesses are big at this age, so anything with Disney princesses involved is a win. This sticker pad is a fun gift that she’ll love if you are looking for something besides princess dress-up and dolls.

Disney Princess Create-A-Scene Over 80 Stickers Activity Pad to Color
$8.14
  • Over 80 Stickers of your Favorite Disney Princess Character
  • 12 Disney Princess Sticker Play Scenes; 4 Sticker Sheets; 12 Coloring Pages
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03/07/2024 04:54 am GMT

14. Rain Boots

Practical and so cute! She will love it when it rains if you buy glittery, light-up rainbow boots!

Waterproof Light Up Rain Boots
$23.99
  • Made of durable material, easy clean and 100% waterproof
  • Several colors and patterns
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03/07/2024 04:54 am GMT

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!

Magnetic Alphabet Letters
$24.99

234 pieces; letters have 8 different bright colors

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03/07/2024 04:58 am GMT

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!).

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Glowing Marble Run
$34.99
  • 5 sturdy bases, 15 exciting action pieces, and 45 clear smooth-run track pieces
  • 6 different colors of glow in the dark glass marbles
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03/07/2024 05:03 am GMT

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.

Little Gardener Tool Set with Garden Tools Bag

Canvas Tote; Shovel; Rake; Fork; Watering Can; Kid-Sized Gloves; All tools are made with wooden handles and metal heads.

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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.

Calendar 2024 - Baby Animals Wall Calendar 2024
$9.99
  • 12" x 24" when open
  • Jan. 2024 to Dec. 2024


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03/07/2024 05:09 am GMT

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.

Kids Clear Bubble Kids Umbrella
$19.50
  • 38-inch extended canopy
  • Rounded tips and a pinch-proof closure
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03/07/2024 05:09 am GMT

20. Bug Catcher Kit

Your future biologist will love seeing bugs up close with this bug catcher kit.

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03/07/2024 10:59 am GMT

The Ultimate Gift Guide List

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  • Jen Biswas

    Jen has styled women for photo shoots, fashion shows, board meetings, work trips and most importantly, every day life! She's been hired to style many homes as well. Her aesthetic aims to make style approachable and practical, and most of all fun! She's a mom of 3 who loves frozen cookie dough, plants and a generous pour of creamer in her coffee. Her biggest joy is helping others find joy in personal style through practical tips and inspiration. She loves to share all of her styling secrets on Paisley & Sparrow! Feel free to send Jen a message or join the fun on Instagram!

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