It's possible that not all kids like puzzles, but my kids definitely do. We can go long stretches of time without doing any, but as soon as I pull one out, they are obsessed. 48 piece puzzles make great gifts for 4 through 7 year olds in my opinion, depending on how often the child does puzzles. ...
4-year-old
Horse Hopper
This site uses affiliate links. I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you!This bouncy horse hopper has been one of the most played with toys in our house for nearly 4 months. Everyone from the 18 month old to 10 year olds that come visit always want to ride it which it makes it's desirability off the charts, even though we now own two. Product: Horse Hopper Company: ...
Magna-Tiles
This site uses affiliate links. I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you!This widely recommended magnetic building toy is very cool, but unfortunately also very expensive. However, the tiles will last a long time and they are great for a wide range of ages, making them an excellent family toy. I'm grateful that we received the 100 piece set as a gift, but I don't think I ...
Kinetic Sand
This site uses affiliate links. I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you!It may not seem like much for what you pay for, but at least in our family, this little package of fun has provided long-lasting entertainment for my 2, 4, and 6 year olds, even after 2 months of near daily use. Product: Kinetic Sand Company: Spin Master Website: www.spinmaster.com Recommended Age ...
Magformers
This site uses affiliate links. I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you!Product: Magformers Company: Magformers Website: magformers.com Recommended Age Range: 2 to adult Price Range: ~$20 (for 14 piece set), ~$40 (for 30 piece set) Amazon Product Page (Affiliate Link) Comments: Our family loves Magformers. I got 2 boxes of the 30 piece sets for $28 each on Black Friday ...
Snap Circuits SC-750R
This site uses affiliate links. I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you!Product: Snap Circuits SC-750R Student Electronics Training Program (& other kits) Company: Snap Circuits (Elenco) Website: www.snapcircuits.net Recommended Age Range: 4 and Up Price Range: ~$125 (as low as $20 for smaller kits) Amazon Product Page (Affiliate Link) Comments: Snap Circuits are a ...
Robot Turtles
This site uses affiliate links. I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you!Product: Robot Turtles Company: Think Fun Website: http://www.robotturtles.com/ Recommended Age Range: 4 to 8 years Price Range: ~$20 Amazon Product Page (Affiliate Link) Comments: My 4.5 year old and I are seriously loving this game. When I started college 15 years ago, I knew I wanted to do ...
Strider Balance Bike
This site uses affiliate links. I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you!Product: Strider ST-4 No Pedal Balance Bike Company: Strider Website: www.striderbikes.com Recommended Age Range: 2 to 5 years Price Range: $80-$110 Amazon Product Page (Affiliate Link) Comments: My 4 year old son has been riding his friend’s Strider bike occasionally since about his third birthday ...
Water Wow! On-the-Go Travel Activity
This site uses affiliate links. I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you!Product: Water Wow! On-the-Go Travel Activity Company: Melissa & Doug Website: www.melissaanddoug.com Recommended Age Range: 2 to 5 years Price Range: $6-$7 Amazon Product Page (Affiliate Link) Comments: My mom found these at Target and I think they’re awesome. You fill the paint brush with ...
VTech Kidizoom Camera
This site uses affiliate links. I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you!Product: Kidizoom Camera Company: VTech Website: www.vtechkids.com Recommended Age Range: 2 to 6 years Price Range: $32-$40 Amazon Product Page (Affiliate Link) Comments: I bought this for my son for his 4th birthday based on how much he likes using my own point and shoot, and while my son LOVES ...