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Gift Guide ages 5-6 (from a frugal mom of 3)
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items My middle child is almost 6.5, so I’ve had two kids go through this age range so far ✅ they still play with so many toys, but can get into crafts and games as well - so fun!
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Stocking Stuffers
$15-$40 (because I believe stocking stuffers should be under $15)
BIG gifts $40+
Stocking Stuffers
Anything under $15, though it might not fit in a stocking 🤪
These little character sets and houses/accessories are just as fun as Barbie’s for kiddos - and they’re so cute!!!
Honey Bee Acres McScampers Rabbit Family – Includes 4 Miniature Figures – Dolls for Kids Ages 3+
I got this set for my middle child last year, she was around 5.5. I think it’s the perfect age for something like this! The silicone bracelets are PERFECT - the beads don’t immediately slide off if you let go, it’s just very small hand friendly 😍
Disney Princess Necklace Activity Kit with Beads & Charms
I’m a huge fan of these big sticker packs. You can find almost any character or theme in packs of 50-100 on Amazon ✅
50pcs Cute Anime Cartoon Waterproof Stickers
I thought I would hate diamond painting but it’s actually ok! As long as the gems don’t get knocked over 🙈😅 another crafting 6yo can do pretty much by herself!
Klever Kits 16 Projects Kids 5D Gem Painting
Such a good one for this age - they are faster than me at this 😆
Asmodee Spot It! Classic Card Game 2024
Age 4 or 5 is a great age to start teaching the difference between skill and chance games!
Hasbro Candy Land Kingdom Board Game Kids 3+
$15-$40 (because I believe stocking stuffers should be under $15)
This is the cutest little supermarket set! My kids don’t have any honeybee acres toys currently but I think they are so cute and fun! I view them as in between Polly pockets and Barbie’s
Honey Bee Acres The Buzz General Store - Complete Dollhouse Playset with Miniature Doll Figure, 56 Pieces, Children Ages 3+
My middle child (six) LOVE Polly Pocket 🤩 I think she got her first Polly pocket 2 years ago? Either when she was 4.5 or for fifth birthday.
What I love is that there is options available at $5, $10, $15, and $20 at Walmart. So you can get something...
Polly Pocket Cozy Dreamland Lamb Compact Playset with 1 Micro Doll and Pet Unicorn, Travel Toy with Food & Styling Accessories
This is a GREAT gift for this age! Grandma got us this one a few years ago and we saved it for like 2 years I think! We’d fold it up and then pull it back out. Eventually it did get destroyed but I highly recommend!
Easy Playhouse Fairy Tale Castle - Kids Craft Fort
My youngest is only 3, so we haven’t ever gotten a marble run yet. I think we will get one next Christmas when he is about 4.5! ✅
But also - I didnt know that magnet tile marble runs are a thing?!?? This might be the one we get! It has really good r...
PicassoTiles 100pc Magnetic Marble Run Set STEM Toy
I know this says women’s but it cinches pretty tight - I got this for my daughter when she was only 5, so her wrist was very small obviously. I like that it’s more sturdy than like a kids character watch might be.
Casio LA20WH Women's Digital Watch LED
My daughter got this last year and at 5.5 it was a good set. She needed help getting started, but 350 pieces was manageable ✅
LEGO Friends Stargazing Camping Vehicle Toy 42603
The Lego CITY sets are great for any little boys that might not be into the Lego Friends sets 🥰
LEGO City Off-Road 4x4 Mountain Truck Toy Set
Ok normally this would be a big no for me… but this is a mini speaker! The size means you could easily put it away… for a few days… or weeks… 😅 my kids would LOVE this and in a bigger house than mine this would be a huge win.
Mini Karaoke Machine w/ 2 Wireless Mics, Kids Gift (Purple)
My 6yo looooves this logic game. Highly recommend as a quiet activity! (The cars do make a noise against the case, so I wouldn’t recommend it for church)
ThinkFun Rush Hour Traffic Jam Logic Game
Ok this is a GREAT quiet and mostly not messy craft for kiddos!!! My 6yo was gifted a kit a year or so ago and she looooved it
Skillmatics Foil Fun Animals - No Mess Art
I love these and that it gets kids moving!!! 😍 good for indoor or outdoor which is always a plus
Stomp Rocket Ultra Launcher, 4 Rockets - Kids Outdoor Toy
Ok here’s what you need to know about scribble scribbles. Buy a set or two with a tub/shower thing. Once you have those, you can just buy new pets and markers to add to your stash. We have had the same supplies for YEARS. I’ve tossed pets that got to...
Crayola Scribble Scrubbie Ocean Lagoon Toy Set, Coloring Gift for Girls and Boys, Shark Toy for Kids, Arts & Crafts
This might be a little hard for 5yo’s by for 6+ I would totally get a Perplexus. We have two and my two older kids love them. It’s a maze ball! Great for teaching focus, hand eye coordination, and to not give up!
Spin Master Perplexus Epic Maze Game 125 Obstacles
BIG gifts $40+
The “overall pick” on Amazon is a different brand and has 236 pieces which is about 100 more than I would like 😅
This brand has 15,000 reviews averaging 4.7 stars ✅
Marble Genius Marble Run Super Set - 150 Pieces
I did the research so you don’t have to! IMO this would be a great sort of intro into hot wheels sets if you don’t want to create your own track from scratch.
-Does require adult assembly, but it looks like kiddos would be pretty self sufficient aft...
Hot Wheels City Toy Car Track Set, Transforming