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At age 5, grade-schoolers are starting to expand their worlds into a bigger social circle with classmates and teammates — and toys and games can help them seek out new interests and spark a new love of learning. At this age, they can start to discover if they are passionate about science, art, and more. These toys and games are perfect for igniting creativity, encouraging imaginative play, and inspiring kids to explore the world around them. Check out our favorite gifts for 5-year-olds below!


CHEER BEAR BUDDY

Spread cheer, kindness, and sunshine with this soft, furry Cheer Bear backpack. This Care Bears accessory measures 16 by 12 inches and features a zipper closure to safely hold kids’ items inside.

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  • Ages: 5+
  • Manufacturer: ISCREAM
  • MSRP: $48

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JUNKBOTS LARGE FACTORY HABITAT — NEW PORT POWER PLANT

Kids will unbox more than 250 pieces in 15 stages, find three hidden Junkbots collectibles, then deconstruct and rebuild the habitat. This playset is based on the locations found in the Roblox game and the animated series.

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  • Ages: 5+
  • Manufacturer: HEXBUG
  • MSRP: $49.99

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CRAYOLA PAINT AND CREATE EASEL CASE

This dual-sided, portable art case makes it easy to keep supplies protected and organized on-the-go. Young artists can try new painting and coloring techniques with more than 65 pieces, including tools, paints, pencils, crayons, and more.

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  • Ages: 4+
  • Manufacturer: CRAYOLA
  • MSRP: $24.99

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MAGIC MIXIES MAGIC CAULDRON

Magic Mixies includes a cauldron, a magic wand, and potion ingredients that kids use in an interactive experience to reveal a surprise magical creature that responds to touch, lights up, and may even grant wishes.

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HOT WHEELS ACTION MASSIVE LOOP MAYHEM

This track features a 28-inch-wide loop designed for multicar play. Kids can launch the included car using the slam launcher, then add more cars (sold separately) until there’s an inevitable crash.

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  • Ages: 5+
  • Manufacturer: MATTEL
  • MSRP: $54.99

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FOR KEEPS

This fashion doll line promotes positive affirmations. Each doll includes interchangeable clothes, accessories, a unique hairstyle, and more. The dolls help inspire meaningful communication through messages of love, acceptance, empowerment, and inclusivity.

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GHOSTBUSTERS KENNER CLASSICS ECTO-1

Inspired by The Real Ghostbusters cartoon, with design and deco influenced by the toys from the ‘80s, the Kenner Classics Ecto-1 toy features moving wheels, an opening tailgate, a roof-mounted swivel blaster seat, and a deployable ghost claw so kids can imagine bustin’ and capturing ghosts with the included ghost figure.

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  • Ages: 4+
  • Manufacturer: HASBRO
  • MSRP: $49.99

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GO POP! HEXO

Players take turns selecting a row and pressing down any number of bubbles. The player that is left to press the last bubble on the board loses the round. Players can then flip over the board to start another round.

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GOT2GLOW FAIRY FINDER

Kids can find more than 30 unique, virtual fairies in each Got2Glow Fairy Finder. Search around the house, outside, in the dark, or even upside down. Trade fairies with friends, feed them, and more. Collect all three jars to discover more than 100 fairies in all.

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  • Ages: 5+
  • Manufacturer: WOWWEE
  • MSRP: $39.99; $49.99 CAD

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GRAVITOR

Kids use their hands or body to unleash gravity-defying movements and master countless tricks, such as the shoulder slide, kick flip, and sling shot. It bounces and rebounds without damaging walls or furniture.

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HIP HOPPERS

Kids can bounce around inside or outside, joust or race with friends, or just sit on these inflatable hoppers. Each hip hopper stands upright on its own, features a grip handle, supports up to 250 lbs, and includes a nylon slip cover. They are available in unicorn, dino, and bull designs.

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  • Ages: 5+
  • Manufacturer: FLYBAR
  • MSRP: $29.99

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KIDIZOOM PRINTCAM

Click and print instantly with this kid-friendly camera. Flip up the lens to take selfies, preview images on the 2.4-inch color screen, browse more than 110 templates, and more. Includes parent controls for safe photo fun.

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  • Ages: 4+
  • Manufacturer: VTECH
  • MSRP: $74.99; $93.99 CAD

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PLAYMOBIL DINO RISE T-REX: BATTLE OF THE GIANTS

Inspired by Playmobil’s Dino Rise YouTube series, this 84-piece set includes a robot machine figure; a T. rex figure that the human figure, Ian, can ride; a Deinonychus figure; armor; and accessories.

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  • Ages: 5+
  • Manufacturer: PLAYMOBIL
  • MSRP: $69.99

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POPZEEZ

Kids can pop open these toy popsicle homes to reveal miniature, animal-themed collectible figures and accessories. There are 48 different Popzeez to collect, including fruity, choco, creamy, and rare themes.

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  • Ages: 5+
  • Manufacturer: JAY@PLAY
  • MSRP: $9.99

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RC ROCK N’ ROLLERSKATE DOLL

Rainbow Riley and Lightning Luna are 10.5-inch dolls each that come with boombox-themed remote controls. Kids can use the remote to power the dolls forward, backward, and perform 360-degree spins and splits. Both dolls feature lights and music as they skate.

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CIRCUIT BLOX BUILD YOUR OWN BUBBLE MAKING MACHINE

Kids can create their own bubble-generating machine complete with 3D circuits using E-Blox brick pieces. Kids will build a circuit with a geared motor that spins a fan to blow bubbles using the included solution.

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  • Ages: 5+
  • Manufacturer: E-BLOX
  • MSRP: $24.99
  • Batteries Required: 3 AA

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SCRUFF-A-LUVS CUTIE CUTS

Transform a messy mutt into a pampered pup with this plush pet that kids can groom and “shave” to reveal its breed. Kids will discover 10 surprises as they give the dog a makeover.

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  • Ages: 5+
  • Manufacturer: MOOSE TOYS
  • MSRP: $29.99; $54.99 CAD

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SMART SKETCHER 2.0

Flycatcher Toys expands on the smART sketcher projector with improved hardware, new content, more durable content cartridges, a sturdier base, and built-in cartridge storage. Kids can use the free smART sketcher 2.0 app to take a photo, project it on paper, and sketch it.

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MY SQUISHY LITTLE DUMPLINGS

Squish and pull these little dumplings that are perfect for active hands. Squeeze their cheeks to pop out their unique personalities, with more than 50 possible reactions. Watch them light up and make sounds.

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  • Ages: 5+
  • Manufacturer: WOWWEE
  • MSRP: $14.99; $19.99 CAD

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PEEK-A-ROO

This interactive plush features a pouch that reveals a mystery baby inside. Play together with Mom and baby to see how they sing, dance, and cuddle together. It features more than 150 sounds and actions.

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SUPER MARIO BLOW UP! SHAKY TOWER

In this balancing game, players place the red wrecking ball at the top of the wobbly tower, then roll the die to determine how many Super Mario characters to balance onto open ledges without dropping the ball.

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THE MERMAIDS JEWELS: STRING TOGETHER A TREASURE FROM THE SEA

Little mermaids can roll the die and collect pearls from the special pearl-sorting treasure chest. By getting enough of the mermaids’ treasures from the sea, kids can string together their own necklace.

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THE YOUNG SCIENTISTS CLUB FUTURE VETERINARIAN

From X-rays of exotic animals and household pets to encouraging empathy and learning how to care for animals, this set features more than 10 activities to spark an interest in becoming a veterinarian.

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CATS VS. PICKLES BEAN-FILLED JUMBOS

These 8.6-inch, jumbo-sized versions of the popular bean-filled plush based on the viral social media sensation, Cats vs. Pickles, are super-soft and weighted. Available in new designs like Astrocat, Skelecat, and Catalina.

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  • Ages: 4+
  • Manufacturer: CEPIA
  • MSRP: $19.99

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PLUGO FARM

Kids build and manage their dream farms digitally, while using real figures to compete in more than 500 on-screen challenges. Kids will practice problem-solving skills as they care for animals, grow produce, and help customers.

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  • Ages: 4+
  • Manufacturer: PLAYSHIFU
  • MSRP: $59.99

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SQUEAKEE THE BALLOON DINO

This interactive toy is part balloon animal and part dinosaur, with new tricks, games, and more than 70 sounds and reactions. Squeakee Dino comes with removable headphones and a bone squeaker accessory.

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DISNEY DOORABLES MULTI PEEK SERIES 6

Kids can collect 45 1.5-inch figures in packages that each include five, six, or seven characters. Series 6 features characters from Disney’s Raya and the Last Dragon, The Little Mermaid, Alice in Wonderland, and more.

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  • Ages: 5+
  • Manufacturer: JUST PLAY
  • MSRP: $10.99

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GEOMAG SUPERCOLOR 52 PIECES

Kids can build structures by connecting the bars to the spheres through magnets positioned on both ends. This set includes 16 spheres, 16 magnetic rods, 10 triangles, eight squares, two pentagon panels, and a storage box.

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HARRY, HERMIONE, LUNA, AND CHO 8-INCH STYLIZED DOLLS

Each doll comes dressed in an authentic Hogwarts uniform and features five points of articulation, rooted hair, and a wand accessory.

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MY LITTLE PONY MOVIE SING ‘N SKATE SUNNY

Sunny sings songs from My Little Pony: The Movie and comes with a microphone for kids to sing along. Includes accessories for kids to get themselves and Sunny ready for a show. Kids can use the remote control to make Sunny dance to the music.

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  • Ages: 5+
  • Manufacturer: HASBRO
  • MSRP: $52.99

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