The 50 Most Popular Toys & Gifts For 5-Year Old Boys

Magna Tiles are one of the hottest building toys on the market, and they are quickly becoming a must-have in every household. These colorful translucent tiles can snap together in all sorts of different dynamic ways, allowing kids to make structures, shapes, and abstract creations that are simply not possible with traditional building blocks. This 100-piece set is big enough to create just about anything, but imagine what could be possible if you add more than one set together! Safe and durable, these magnetic tiles are pretty much guaranteed to be a part of your kid’s life for years to come.

There’s only two things that we can reliably say about 5 year olds: 1.) they tend to have a lot of excess energy, and 2.) they are consumed by a desire to go faster than ever before. This awesome Pedal Go Kart by Hauck is a great way to address both of these things and more. Your kid will be able to decide how fast they are going based on how fast they want to pedal, and a hand-activated break will bring them to a quick but safe stop whenever they are ready. The steering system is surprisingly responsive for a toy, making this much more fun than a bike or scooter.

By the time he was 5, Mozart was already creating full-length compositions, but one thing that he didn’t have access to was a fun, lightweight electronic toy keyboard that could be taken anywhere, from the school playground to a long trip across country. The Casio SA-76 is one of the bestselling musical instruments toys on Amazon, and it is easy to see why. With 44 keys that are sized perfectly for a 5 year old, this keyboard is designed specifically for a younger audience that is just starting to learn about the magic of music. There are over 100 pre-loaded sounds and tones, plenty for the beginner musician.

There is nothing like doodling and drawing to keep the growing child entertained, but it is not always easy to carry around a bunch of pens and paper. Now, the LCD-based Boogie Board has arrived to offer an entirely new way for kids to write, draw, and doodle. This pad features built-in LCD lights that allow kids to create colorful pictures on the surface. Everything is easily erased with the press of a few buttons, allowing for endless hours of drawing and entertainment. This is the perfect toy for car trips because it easily fits in seat-back pockets.

It seems that smart watches are more popular than ever, so it is no surprise that it is now possible to get a fun, brightly-colored smartwatch designed specifically for kids who are around the age of 5. The Kidizoom Smartwatch DX is loaded with games and activities that will keep your child dully engaged, as well as ‘smart’ features like a motion sensor, a calculator, and a stopwatch / alarm. The newest edition of the Kidizoom Smartwatch DX also features a calendar program, something that no other kid’s watch can offer. The built-in camera is the coolest part, and all the pictures can be unloaded via a simple USB port.

Until recently, if your child wanted to enjoy the fun and excitement of a bouncy house, you would have to take them to a festival or indoor bounce park. Now, Little Tikes has brought all the fun of inflatable houses to the living room or play room. The Jump ‘N Slide Bounce House is small enough for home use and affordable enough to not break the bank. There is no better toy for parties and get-togethers, and the inflatable design makes it remarkably easy to store in the closet when not in use. Also, the puncture-resistant material is a lot stronger than it looks, perfect for the multi-child household. This is great for kids as young as 3 years old.

The robot revolution is upon us, but contrary to what all the movies tell us, there is hardly any reason to panic. This adorable Robot Toy For Kids from the fun-engineers over at REMOKING is a highly intelligent toy that has the ability to talk, sing, dance, joke, and play with your kid right out of the box. A built-in voice recorder allows the robot to remember the things that your kids says, making it a great conversationalist that only gets better in time. It rolls around on a pair of durable plastic wheels, all at the direction of your kid’s touch-based control.

The aspiring archaeologist will love the opportunity to discover and uncover a collection of their very favorite dinosaur species with the Dig A Dozen Dino Kit, one of the coolest new multi-pack toys on the market. What you’re getting here is 12 different dino eggs, each of which contains a different plastic dinosaur figurine for your child to uncover. For each dinosaur there is also an illustrated info card that lists just about everything you could ever want to know about that particular dino. Great for a single collection or for things like Easter Egg hunts or 5th birthday parties, the Dig A Dozen Dino Kit is sure to get the kids roaring.

We’re pretty blown away by how good some of the STEM-based toys are these days, especially the ones that manage to provide both fun and learning at the same time. The Geo Safari Junior is a talking toy microscope that has quickly become one of the top selling science toys for kids. By inserting one of the many included slides into the chamber, kids can look at enlarged images of all sorts of animals and insects, paired with interesting quiz facts that will help them learn. Also included is a dynamic voice track by Bindi Irwin, daughter of the legendary Crocodile Hunter himself!

We didn’t think that it would be possible to improve on the already amazing design of Stomp Rocket, one of the best “kid-powered” toys of the last few decades. While this Stomp Rocket Stunt Planes set has a few tricks up its sleeve, it operates on the same air-blasting-action as the original Stomp Rocket. The biggest difference here is the cool new wings and flight fins that have been added to the foam rockets, allowing to travel even farther while performing cool tricks like loops and barrel rolls in the process. The adjustable launch pad lets your kid decide where the next flight will go!

While kids have been playing “the floor is lava” for as long as we can remember, they’ve never gotten to experience it quite like this. With The Floor Is Lava Game by Endless Games, kids can experience this classic concept redefined with new rules, new accessories, and more excitement than ever before. Simply whack the spinner to find out which colored tile you have to jump to, but be careful, because that might be more difficult than you think when there are as many as 5 other players standing in your way! A great party game that is easy to learn, The Floor Is Lava is a risk-free investment in ongoing fun.

Ribbit, ribbit! Calling all frog lovers! This backpack, made from Naturally KIDS is one of the trendiest backpacks going around right now. Starting with the frog plush toy itself — you can tell how well made it is as soon as you lay your hands on it. It’s extremely soft and well stitched together. The denim on the backpack itself is stylish and sure to turn heads at school. Want to swap out the frog for another one of your plush toys? Go for it! Simply unstrap the frog and replace the legs through the holes on the back. We rate this backpack a 10/10 — it truly is one of our favorites this year!

Nobody knew that the robot uprising was going to be this funky! The Walking Dancing Robot Toy is the latest addition to the high-tech toy lineup from Toysery, one of the highest-selling robotic toy companies listed on Amazon. This little guy has all the balance and grace of a human dancer in a small and adorable package. Watch him lean from foot to foot as he grooves out to a number of pre-loaded tunes, or, let your kid play their own favorite music and see what happens. He spins, sings, and lights up, so he just might be the next life of the party in your family’s play room.

It is pretty amazing that after 30 years, the red & white striped vagabond that everybody loves so much is still at large, hiding among an expansive world of silly characters and fantastic worlds. For those who have never experienced the light-hearted magic of a Where’s Waldo book, then you’ve got some catching up to do. These books provide hours of entertainment for kids and adults alike, and create fun opportunities for competitive games and contests. This updated 30^th Anniversary Edition features remastered artwork, as well as a brand new search scene that has never before been published.

When shopping for a boy, sometimes it is best not to over think it. Soccer is the most popular sport in the entire world, so there is no real risk in getting your kid a traditionally made soccer ball to introduce them to the sport. Available in three different sizes, this high-quality ball has a synthetic leather-like cover for increased durability and an interior rubber bladder that helps with air and shape retention.  This ball is both durable and affordable, the perfect combination for the anytime gift for young boys. Just don’t forget to buy a ball pump!

Let’s admit it: we all know how it feels to come home to a nice bowl of spaghetti only to find that an adorable Yeti monster has decided to plant himself down in the middle of it. Now, this universal predicament is finally made fun with Yeti In My Spaghetti, a lighthearted turn-based kids game that is sure to fill your house with laughter. Up to 4 players will take turns pulling on plastic spaghetti noodles, trying to not be the one that causes the yeti figurine to fall into the bowl. With cute components and easy-to-understand rules, this is a game that kids of all ages can play with one another again and again.

One of the best creativity-boosting toys for kids is clay, because there is simply no wrong way to play with it! This collection of 24 different colored modeling clays allow your kid to bring their wildest imaginations to life, or try one of the included building tutorials to create things like hamburgers, dinosaurs, and cute creatures. This clay dries naturally in the air, and when it is totally dry your kid will have a lasting sculpture that they can display proudly for years to some. The clay is completely non-toxic and is free of allergens like wheat, unlike some other building clays that are available.

There’s nothing quite like a toy siege weapon to really get your five year old excited. The Air Strike Catapult by Hog Wild is a great little attack toy that gives your kid the ability to send six plastic spikes balls flying across the room in a true medieval fashion. A rotating base allows for some quick aim adjustments, which is especially useful if your kid is trying to lay siege to their little brother’s sand castle. With an effective firing distance of up to 30 feet, this is one of those popular toys that is not likely to get old anytime soon.

It seems that there is virtually no limit to the creativity of children, but it never hurts to give them a little boost. The Art Case Coloring Set from Crayola is a fully-featured art kit that is sure to inspire, engage, and entertain for well more than just an afternoon. With crayons, markers, and colored pencils, this set is everything needed for any number of different art projects. The durable carrying case holds the markers and pencils snugly, and the whole thing latches up so it can travel easily inside of a backpack. Also included are 15 sheets of jumbo paper to help you kid get started with their next work of art.

Augmented reality is one of the newest things to hit the toy world, and it is doing so in a big way. By working with your kid’s smart phone or tablet, this Augmented Reality Interactive Globe can lead your child through all sorts of high-definition global adventures. By selecting a global region on the globe and then viewing it through the tablet, kids will be able to see 3D figures brought to life that will teach them about what the wide planet Earth has to offer. The app is free with purchase and installs in less than a minute, but best of all, it has over 1000 stored facts for your kid to browse through.

While you might not realize it, the world of computer programming can be accessed by kids as young as 5 years old with Botley The Coding Robot, one of the coolest new toys to come from Learning Resources. Botley comes with all sorts of programming accessories that let kids decide how he is going to move around in his world. The easy-to-use controller will have Botley moving around right away, teaching your kid basic coding principles with the help of coding cards, obstacle pieces, and guided coding challenges that will keep your child’s brain fully engaged.

There are few things cuter than the little smiling face that graces the front of the Children’s Sleep Trainer & Alarm Clock by LittleHippo. This smartly-designed kids’ clock is an adorable addition to any kids’ bedside table. A digital clock display is the main function, but this little guy also glows in different colors and makes different facial expressions depending on what time of day it is. Almost ready for bed? His face will start to look tired and he will start to glow yellow. The soft neon colors provide a great night light, while some more advanced features like a silent countdown timer make this the kind of clock that your kid can keep for a long time.

One of the most impressive things about Chutes and Ladders is that it can be a lot of fun for kids of different ages. Because no reading is required, kids as young as three are able to play along with their 4, 5, & 6 year old siblings with everyone having an equally awesome time. A simple numbered spinner will tell your kid how many spaces to move their game piece. Land on a latter, and climb it to safety, but land on a slide and you will be taking a ride back down! The first one to the top is the winner.

If it aint broke, don’t fix it. That seems to be the mantra that Basic Fun had in mind when they decided to re-release their classic retro toy Lite-Brite for an entirely new generation of kid. If you were never fortunate enough to play with one of these awesome art toys, then you will be as amazed as your kid as little plastic pegs are inserted into an electronic pegboard. Once inserted, the peg lights up, and multiple pegs together can make awesome glowing images. 6 different card templates offer a good place for beginners to start, and there are dozens of additional templates available for download.

With so many different ways to play, Binoculars might be one of the perfect gifts for the growing 5 year old. Whether your kid is into biology, geology, or playing “secret agent”, a good pair of toy binoculars is a guaranteed way to incite adventure. These Compact Binoculars from LET’S GO are small enough to be comfortable for smaller hands, and also feature a shock & drop-resistant rubber coating. The view is crystal clear, and with an 8x magnification your kid will be able to see things up to 100 yards away without difficulty. These are available in 12 different bright colors, so be sure to get one for every kid in the house.

Back in our day, we had to make forts out of couch cushions, rocking chairs, and whatever else we could find lying around the living room. Now, kids are able to construct their own dynamic fort structure from the ground up with Crazy Forts, an innovative toy building set that puts the architectural design in your child’s hands. Utilizing a simple yet well-designed system of poles and joiner pieces, kids can build the frame to the fort of their dreams … there is almost no limit to the number of different structures that are possible! The included instructions for 5 basic structures are a great way to get started.

While shopping for kids can be difficult, trying to find something for a 5 year old boy is actually pretty simple; all you really need to do is make sure that dinosaurs are somehow involved! What we have here is a Dinosaur Egg 12-Pack, featuring a number of realistic dinosaur ‘eggs’ that are just waiting to be hatched. Each egg contains a different plastic dinosaur toy that can only be fully revealed using the included archaeology brush & chisel set. Even better, each dinosaur comes with a vibrantly colored information card, teaching everything that your kid needs to know about that species.

For little boys, there is almost nothing as cool as dinosaurs, the fearsome lizards that once ruled the earth. Now your boy will be able to express their interest in these awesome creatures with this Dinosaur Socks 5-Pack from Tiny Captain. With five different dino designs printed on high quality multi-function socks, your kid will have a new pair for every day of the school week. A premium cotton blend provides comfort and breathe-ability as well as the warmth needed to keep their little feet protected all day long. Tiny Captain’s satisfaction guarantee is an additional reason to go with these awesome socks.

Passing secret notes is something that every pretend super-spy needs to be good at, lest they be compromised in the field and their cover totally blown. Don’t let the bad guys win … give your boy this 12-piece Disappearing Ink Pen Set, the perfect addition to any detective kit. The special ink goes on invisible, but the writing can be revealed by using the built-in UV light inside of every pen. Because the set includes 12 different pens of 6 different colors, your child can give half to their favorite friend to ensure all sorts of ongoing secret communication.

Getting your first set of wheels is a big part of growing up, and of particular importance to 5 year olds who are looking to get out into the world for some fast-paced adventures. This training bike from Royalbaby has all the sport and design of a real off-road bike in a size that is perfect for the growing child. It comes with a set of easily installed training wheels for kids who are still learning, but they can also be quickly removed for the more advanced rider. A high-back cushioned seat makes this one of the most comfortable kid’s bikes we have seen, and the whole bike comes 95% assembled with only a few bolts that need to be tightened upon unboxing.

How to Train Your Dragon is one of the most popular animated movies of all time, and now it is finally possible to bring the movie’s main dragon character home to be friends with your boy. Toothless the Dragon is not only adorable, but he’s got light-up eyes and built-in sounds that help him emote a number of different attitudes, moods, and needs to your kid. He comes inside a hatchable shell, but once he is ready to hatch, you can take him out and start playing. Spin him around the room to teach him to fly, and with enough practice, he might even learn a few special moves!

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While a lot of kids these days might not be aware of it, the Spalding Handball used to be one of the most commonly found activity balls on the playground. Used for everything from stickball to stoopball or a rousing game of hit-the-penny, a good handball is one of the simplest and most fun toys that you can put in a kid’s hand. Only a few bucks a piece, the Spalding Handball is great for stocking stuffers or party favors, but you would likely get a lot of use out of a big 24-pack that you can just keep in the family garage.

If you have a 5 year old in the house, then there is a good chance that you already have a good number of Hot Wheels brand miniature car toys floating around the house. After all, they are one of the most popular rolling car toys of all time, and their affordable, collectible nature makes them a great anytime gift for the young boy. Now, boys can see which of their favorite Hot Wheels machines will emerge victorious in a 4 vs. 4 crash battle. The Hot Wheels Crash Track features windy tracks and motorized speed wheels that will keep the mini cars blasting around the track. You never know when the cars are going to crash into one another!

Parents should always be on the lookout for a good indoor sports toy for those rainy or snowy days. These are the times when kids might have the most energy, so it’s important to make sure they have a way to spend it all. The Hovering Soccer Set from Wistoyz is an entirely new form of indoor soccer, utilizing a saucer-shaped ball that ‘hovers’ just above the ground. For hard surfaces like tile or wood, this creates a fun, floating form of football that has to be experienced to be truly appreciated. Two goals are included for a full game, in addition to a more traditionally shaped mini soccer ball.

Toymakers were too concerned with whether or not they could, that none of them considered whether or not they should. Now, the fearsome Indominus Rex dinosaur from the hit blockbuster film Jurassic World has been released, this time with an RC-controlled propulsion system that has him rolling around like never before. But he is smarter than the average RC toy in that Rex is able to be programmed with all sorts of modes and movements that make him interact with his surroundings in realistic ways. He’s even got a series of infrared sensors in his snout that will let him track your child around the room!

Until recently, the bobby of metal detecting has been reserved for old retired men who live near the beach. Now, your boy can get in on all of the action and excitement of metal detecting with this Junior Metal Detector from Bounty Hunter. Designed specifically for kids, this smaller, easier-to-use detector can detect coins and other small metal objects that are up to 5 inches deep, and larger metal objects up to 3 feet deep. Features like discrimination control and target indicators make this almost as good as the real thing, and a surefire way to keep your kid outside playing for hours and hours at a time.

Although these are sold in the toy section, Walkie Talkies are one of the most versatile and handy things that you can get for you child. While they will enjoy playing secret agent or other pretend games with these, you will enjoy the fact that you can get a hold of your kid even when they are playing in the yard. The 22-channel communication system can interact with just about any other walkie talkie out there, not just the ones made by Selieve. A built in flashlight and brightly displayed LED screen make these great for night time excursions and camping trips.

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With all the electronic gadgets and screens that are dominating the toy market these days, it can be easy to forget about one of the most popular toy types of all time, the humble kite. Here we have a brightly colored large-size Rainbow Kite made by IMPRESA to be one of the most durable kites on the market. The kite assembles in mere minutes and takes to the sky with very little effort, ensuring that your kid will love it right out of the box. The massive 43” by 80” size will have everyone at the park looking at this awesome kite, but when it is time to go home, it folds down easily for storage and transportation.

Of all the new STEM-based toys out there, very few manage to capture the wholesomely-awesome power of science better than the Liquid Reactor Super Lab, a cool new toy from Learning Resources. With this set, kids will be able to conduct bubbling activities and experiments of all kinds,  including freeing the included ‘Beaker Creatures’ from their egg-like enclosures. After that, the Beaker Creatures and their easy-to-read experiment cards can walk your kid through even more activities, each one designed to teach a little bit more about the world around us. The mystery creatures are different with each set, adding to the already palpable excitement.

The best toys for 5 year olds are the ones that are going to not only entertain them but also provide a rich educational basis for their ongoing intellectual and mental development. Learning Resources, the folks behind so many awesome educational toys, have now come out with Math Link Cubes, a fun interlocking cube toy that can teach skills like grouping, addition, subtraction, color identification, and lots more. The best part however is that there is no right or wrong way to play with these toys, but the many ways in which they can be combined will provide for an education experience either way!

There are more than a couple of cute robot toys on the market these days, but only one that can become your kid’s partner in these kinds of crazy antics and adventures. Mibro the Robot is a creation from Really R.A.D. Robots that can travel around the house at your kid’s command, using the included RC remote to give commands. Mibro can even act as your kid’s spy, transmitting audio from his built-in microphone to the control remote, letting you kid listen in on different parts of the house. He’s also familiar with a number of different fun games, so get ready for a whole lot of action!

Monopoly is perhaps the most popular tabletop board game of all time, but sadly can be a bit too complicated and intense for the growing child. Monopoly Junior is the easy answer, providing a pared down and simplified version of the classic game designed especially for kids as young as five. The game pieces are big and brightly colored, and the rules are much easier to understand than they are with the original game. What we’re really impressed with is how affordable this version of the game is … meaning that anyone with a 5 year old in the house would do well to pick up a copy of Monopoly Junior.

They say that the young mind is like a sponge, eager to absorb just about any piece of information that you throw at it. Give your 5-year old a burst of awesome information and facts with the ‘My Encyclopedia Of Very Important Things’ book from the publisher DK. This colorfully illustrated tome comes with answers to lots of wacky questions, about everything from plants to animals, planets to galaxies. For the youngster who wants to know everything, this book is an essential starting point that they aren’t going to want to put down. A durable hardcover presentation means that it isn’t going to fall apart any time soon.

Experience one of the coolest new building compounds around with Orb Molecules, a shapeable, squeezable, re-usable material that can be used to create all sorts of crazy things. This Orb Molecules Dragasaur Kit has the colors and quantities needed to make a sculpture of the fearsome Dragasaur, though he is a lot cuter than most dragons tend to be. Whether your kid is following the included directions or trying to make something entirely new, they are sure to get a kick out of Orb Molecules, and they just might become addicted to all the creative fun.

While most kids’ toys come and go with the seasons, there is one toy that had outlasted numerous competitors for the better part of a century, all without modifying its simple but fun design. The Original Slinky has been around for a really long type, no doubt due to how fun it is to watch its metal coils dance their way down a staircase. When a Slinky really gets going, it seems to take on a personality and life that is all of its own, and it is simply impossible to not smile widely at the sight. The small size and cheap price make the Slinky Original a great choice for party favors, stocking stuffers, or cool gifts to have on hand for when the nieces, nephews, & grandchildren come to visit.

Pizza is a great way to get and keep your kid’s attention, even if it is all make-believe. The Pizza Co. Game from Osmo is a delicious new tabletop game for kids that is engaging for kids of different ages. Play with the board alone, or use your smart phone or tablet for a more advanced augmented reality game play experience. This is a game that teaches things like basic math and communication skills, but it is more likely to just make everybody hungry for a hot cheese pie. Unlike some AR games, no Wi-Fi is required for play.

Black & Decker knows that little boys want to grow up to be just like their dads, so they decided to make this cool plastic workbench kit that looks just like the real thing. This way, dad’s little assistant builder can maintain their very own set of pretend tools, including everything from hammers and screwdrivers to press drills and circular saws. Without a doubt this is one of the most comprehensive toy building sets that we have ever seen, and the real working work-lamp is a cool addition that sets it even further apart from the competition.

Since Razor scooters first hit the scene a few decades ago, they have been one of the most popular gift ideas for growing boys with energy to spare. The simplistic design of the Razor scooter is what has made it so popular; a height-adjustable handlebar provides an intuitive driving system and a rear-mounted foot-brake allows kids to come to quick and safe stops. The patented Razor folding design makes it easy to fit the whole thing in a backpack or under the car seat for easy transportation. What is most surprising though is the price, which is low enough to warrant getting one of these scooters for every 5 year old you know!

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The incredible world of biology has never been more exciting than it is with the Real Butterfly Garden by Insect Lore. This awesome kids’ kit give youngsters everything that they need to raise their own real-life butterflies, including live baby caterpillars and all the nutritious food that they will need to make their transformation. Your kids will watch in awe as the caterpillars form cocoons inside their specialized container. With a little bit of love and attention, the creatures will emerge from their cocoons as brilliantly colored butterflies. An expandable mesh habitat provides a fun place to keep the butterflies as they fly around, and a feeding dish they will want to come back to again and again.

Hasbro’s Lost Kitties series of toys are adorable cat figurines that come with accessories and molding clay for an all-around good time. This multipack contains for different figurines from the Season 1 collection, as well as one figurine that is a special sneak-preview of the Season 2 collection. This pack is the best way to get your kid’s Lost Kitties Collection started properly, or, you can split up the contents between multiple children for a shared playing experience. With 20 kitties total, however, you are going to want to get more than one multipack for sure.