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This year in terms of gift ideas we are seeing a lot of hot new items that people are snatching up as gifts for the kiddos in their life. Preschoolers are a pretty easy group to buy for, though, and for this age, I like buying toys and gifts that encourage creativity or let them get some energy out. Here are 20 gift ideas for preschoolers based on some of the newer options this year as well as some classic gift items!
2024 Gift Guides | Top Gift Ideas for Preschoolers
Magnatiles have been around for a while, but now there are some new themed sets that you can add to the collection!
This is a newer gift idea that has become really popular. This one comes with lots of cards to get you started.
Give kids the independence to take their own pictures!
Gentle Monster Wooden Balance Board
I love this toy, although it’s a little pricy, because it’s really one the entire family will use. My kids are always using theirs, plus I borrow it in the evenings to get a leg workout and work on balancing!
Perfect for car trips or quiet time, these chunky beads are great for little hands.
Hot Wheels Monster Jam Mini El Toro Loco Venom Velocity Scorpion Playset
Any kid that loves Hot Wheels will love this fun addition to the Hot Wheels collection.
Melissa and Doug Hi-Rise Wooden Dollhouse
This is a simple, no-frills dollhouse that encourages pretend play.
I think every toddler and preschooler should have a balance bike. If they master it, you’ll likely be able to skip training wheels all together!
Eezy Peezy Monkey Bars Climbing Tower
This is a little pricy, but we bought one when we had smaller kids and it held strong for many years.
Stomp Rocket Multi Color Rocket Launcher
I can’t think of any little kid who wouldn’t love stomping a rocket into the air! Comes with 8 rockets in case you lose one.
This is a fun puzzle for older preschoolers to work those brains!
Ravensburger Bluey Floor Jigsaw Puzzle
Bluey fans, unite! This giant floor puzzle can be built again and again.
Kwik Stix Tempera Paint Sticks
Younger preschoolers may not be ready for these, but older ones will enjoy the feel of painting without the mess!
Learning Resources Gear Building Set
I’m new to these, but they have high reviews and are similar to other open-ended building toys that I love.
Play Doh Care ‘n Carry Vet playset
Play Doh is always popular, and this one adds on a vet theme.
Learning Resources Pretend & Play Cash Register
Let kids pretend to play grocery store with this cash register that feels like a real one!
This has been around for a while, but it continues to be a great option for a low-screen toy for little ones.
SOYEE Magnetic Building Blocks
These are a new addition to the magnetic building world and they look like they’d be really fun for Minecraft loving preschoolers!
Fisher Price Rockin’ Record Player
Kids can play their own music and rock out with this kid-safe music player.
Squishmallows are always a hit, and there are tons of options out there, but I found this one to be absolutely adorable!
