When your little one has it all, it can seem almost impossible to think of another gift idea [1]. That's why we're here to help. Consider a learning and educational toy — not only are they fun to play with, but they also help to develop cognitive and motor skills. We rounded up the top-rated options for 5-year-old children. These choices will help your child discover interests and challenge themselves. It's the best of both worlds! Take a look.
Scientific Explorer Mind Blowing Science Kit
If your kid has a curious mind, this Scientific Explorer Mind Blowing Science Kit [2] ($10) is perfect. It helps your child explore and learn the basics of science, from chemical reactions to the use of scientific tools.
B Toys Symphony in B Orchestra
A virtual orchestra pit, B. Toys's Symphony in B [3] ($55) is preprogrammed with 15 songs and symphonies. It comes with 13 instruments that can be added one at a time to the "stage" to actually create the music. So if the tuba, piano, and violin are on stage, the song sounds different than it does if the sitar, cymbals, and clarinet are there.
Learning Resources Mathlink Cubes
Children will improve on their counting and numbers knowledge when they use these Learning Resources Mathlink Cubes [4] ($10).
M.A.X. Robotic Interactive Toy With Artificial Intelligence
M.A.X., Meccano's Robotic Interactive Toy With Artificial Intelligence [5] ($100, originally $150), gives younger kids insight into the worlds of engineering and robotics with this adorable little robot who learns through AI but can also be programmed by your child (hello, coding skills!).
Primary Mix and Measure Set
Send him on a scientific journey with the Learning Resources Mix and Measure Activity Set [6] ($25). Using the tools and some simple ingredients, kids can create puffy paint, slime, and more fun projects.
Brackitz Inventor 100-Piece Set
Get your little inventor started with the Brackitz Inventor 100-Piece Set [7] ($48, originally $60), which helps her build 3D structures with movable parts and really tap into their engineering, art, math, science, and architecture skills.
Alex Toys Let's Pretend School
Alex Toys Let's Pretend School [8] ($14) is a 255-piece set that has everything you need to run your own classroom.
Fisher-Price Think & Learn Teach 'n Tag Movi
If you want to boost your child's cognitive skills, get her the Fisher-Price Think & Learn Teach 'n Tag Movi [9] ($50).
LeapFrog Scribble and Write
LeapFrog's Scribble and Write [9] ($18) helps little ones learn their letters and numbers.