40 Best Gifts for Four-Year-Olds, Endorsed by Real Parents

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The jump from age three to four feels like you’ve hit fast-forward on your parenting journey. Suddenly they seem less like a toddler and more like the mini version of their future self. If you’re searching for the best gifts for four-year-olds, there are plenty of toys that lean into their bubbling personalities. “At age four, kids are typically starting to get really imaginative and creative,” says Kelly Oriard, licensed family therapist, former school counselor, and cofounder of Slumberkins. “They love to learn, grow, explore, and everything around them is interesting and exciting.” They’re also hopping, swinging, talking a million words per minute, showing more independence, and even starting to write their name, she adds. “They are also learning how to make friends and navigate big feelings, so any kid gift that makes learning new social or emotional skills fun will benefit this age group.”

Whether you’re shopping for a birthday gift or just need something small to reward a full sticker chart, we tapped real parents—including our authors, who are moms to young kiddos—to find out what their own four-year-olds reach for every day, and to share their tester reviews. For even more kid gift guides, check out our list of best gifts for four-year-olds and five-year-olds.

Our top gift picks for four-year-olds:Best Overall: Yoto Player Kids Bluetooth Speaker, $100Best Budget: MudPuppy We Are Colorful Skin Tone Crayon Set, $12Best Unusual: Thames & Kosmos Pinball Machine Maker, $40Best Practical: Micro Kickboard Scooter, $90Best Educational: KiwiCo Shine and Shadow Light Lab, $50