Gift Guide For Kindergartners
The Best Gifts For Kindergarteners
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If there's a kindergartener (aka a 5-year-old) in your life, then you know that school year can be one of the most exciting for both kids and parents. So when it comes to picking out a gift for them, you want to aim for something that reflects the spirit of this year.
Since it's a grade of discovery, learning, and empowerment that often brings a boost in confidence, independence, and social skills — if not a bit of stubbornness and testing the limits — you'll want to choose a present that inspires creativity, improves sensory skills, and encourages sharing. From a voice-controlled robot to a slime kit, these 25 gifts do just that.
1 VTech Kidi Star Karaoke Machine
For the kid who loves to sing their heart out for all the neighbors to hear, it doesn't get much better than the VTech Kidi Star Karaoke Machine ($46).
2 Melissa & Doug My First Temporary Tattoos
With 100+ temporary tattoos in kid-friendly themes, there's something for every type of kindergartener in this pack of Melissa & Doug My First Temporary Tattoos ($4).
3 National Geographic Mega Crystal Growing Lab
For the aspiring geologist, this National Geographic Mega Crystal Growing Lab ($30) includes everything needed to grow eight crystals and create a five-crystal light display.
4 Sunnylife Octopus Inflatable Yard Sprinkler
The Sunnylife Octopus Inflatable Yard Sprinkler ($25) is the perfect Summer accessory, as it attaches to a hose and squirts water from the top of its head.
5 HedBanz Game
The HedBanz Game ($11) is a great way to get the whole family guessing, laughing, and spending time together.
6 VTech Kidizoom Smartwatch
The VTech Kidizoom Smartwatch ($60) is a digital watch that includes a camera, customizable face, pedometer, and parental controls.
7 Stomp Rocket Ultra Rocket
What kid doesn't want to shoot a foam rocket into the sky? Give someone this Stomp Rocket Ultra Rocket ($17) and make their NASA dreams come true.
8 Razor A3 Scooter
An oldie but goodie, the Razor A3 Scooter ($49) is recommended for ages 5 and up.
9 HearthSong Kids Fantasy Fort
Encourage imaginations to run wild with this HearthSong Kids Fantasy Fort ($76). The set comes with 32 cardboard panels that look like wood and velcro connectors that allow for flexibility and an endless number of floor plans.
10 Original Stationery Unicorn Slime Kit
Kids may love slime, but parents don't always feel the same. That's why everyone will be happy with this Original Stationery Unicorn Slime Kit ($26), which allows your child to create 100 slime combinations.
11 VTech Kidizoom Camera Pix
This kid-friendly camera allows budding photographers to take real digital photos. Features of the VTech Kidizoom Camera Pix ($35) include a durable design, collage templates and photo effects, and "selfie mode," which automatically detects your face for a photo.
12 Chi Universe Kids Yoga Mat & Game
Inspire miniyogis with the Chi Universe Kids Yoga Mat & Game ($40). The mat is marked with colorful symbols that correspond to a poster of game rules and poses that make fitness fun.
13 Sago Brothers Modeling Clay Set
Keep little ones occupied for hours on end with this 24-pack of Sago Brothers Modeling Clay ($20). All clays are nontoxic and air-dry hard.
14 Elite Outdoor Ring Toss
This Elite Outdoor Ring Toss ($27) game set is perfect for the kid who likes to play outside.
15 Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls
Good Night Stories For Rebel Girls ($35), a children's book for the young feminist, features the stories of 100 extraordinary women from the past and present. Each women's life is written like a fairy tale and features an artist-rendered portrait of heroines like Cleopatra, Amelia Earhart, and Simone Biles.
16 Crayola Inspiration Art Set
Unleash creativity with this Crayola Inspiration Art Set ($20), including 140 crayons, colored pencils, and washable markers, as well as a rainbow case and sheets of paper.
17 Lick-A-Bubble
Kids will love this four-pack of edible bubble mix. Combine Like-A-Bubble ($9) with drinks like orange juice, soda, or even water to make this toy into treats.
18 Fisher-Price Think & Learn Code-a-Pillar Gift Set
Introduce kids to STEM with this Fisher-Price Think & Learn Code-a-Pillar Gift Set ($175). The set includes the essential Code-a-pillar and two expansion packs that allows the user to assemble the individual actions and pieces in any number of different configurations.
19 Swimmable Kids Mermaid Tail
Give the gift of channeling your inner mermaid with this Swimmable Kids Mermaid Tail ($20-$25), complete with a bathing suit and flower crown.
20 Nostalgia Vintage Snow Cone Maker
In the style of the old carnival machines, the Nostalgia Vintage Snow Cone Maker ($30) is a classic to be shared with the youngest generation.
21 Scentco Graphite Smencils
Homework just got a lot more fun with this 10-pack of Scentco Graphite Smencils ($14). Scents include bubblegum, root beer, pineapple, and PB&J.
22 DIY Ukelele Kit
Your kindergartener will get to build their own instrument with this DIY Ukulele Kit ($30). Once the ukulele is assembled, it can be decorated and played.
23 Kaleidoscope: Fabulous Gel Pen Coloring Kit
Trends come and go, but some things — like coloring books — stick around forever. This Kaleidoscope: Fabulous Gel Pen Coloring Kit ($15) includes a set of eight gel pens along with a coloring book of intricate black-and-white designs, a modern twist on the classic concept.
24 Contixo R1 Kids Robot Toy
Think kindergarten is too young for robotics? This Contixo R1 Kids Robot Toy ($25), ideal for all ages, will make you think again.
25 Pie Face Game
To be honest, the Pie Face Game ($12) isn't just a gift for the kindergartener, it's a gift for the whole family — who won't be able to help but join in on the game that ends with whipped cream in someone's face.
