The world opens up in remarkable ways at age five, as growing skills meet expanding interests and abilities. At this milestone age, play becomes more sophisticated, problem-solving more complex, and the joy of mastering new abilities takes center stage.
Our regularly updated collection captures this spirit of growth and discovery. Each carefully selected gift combines active fun with natural learning opportunities for this dynamic stage of development.
1.Rubie's Deluxe Batman Costume
This deluxe Batman costume from Rubie’s will transform any 5-year-old boy into Gotham City’s famous caped crusader. The long sleeve muscle-chest jumpsuit features attached 3D gauntlets and boot tops, giving it an authentic superhero look. The printed yellow belt, scalloped cape and half mask complete Batman’s iconic costume.
Let his imagination soar while he plays make-believe in this high-quality costume. Defeating Gotham’s most notorious super villains will help develop problem-solving skills. And cooperating with other young heroes improves social skills. It’s a great way for him to act out stories from his favorite Batman adventures.
- Officially licensed, safety-tested product
- Muscle-chest jumpsuit with details
- Pairs well for group costumes
- Encourages pretend play
- Consult size chart for best fit
- Hand wash only
2.Marvel Superhero Socks Set
Have the five-year-old you’re shopping for rocking some serious style with this set of Marvel superhero socks. Designed with iconic Marvel characters, these socks are a fantastic gift choice for little boys who like their action heroes.
Besides being a functional gift, they will also allow young boys to express their own personal sense of style. Putting on their own socks is also easier because they just need to match the superheroes. They’re made of a soft blend of polyester and elastic, making them comfortable for all-day play.
- Comes in a set of six
- Features popular Marvel characters
- Made of soft, durable materials
- Machine washable- No fade design
- Runs small so double check size
3.Stiga NHL Stanley Cup Hockey Game
Take the opportunity to develop or build upon an interest in sports through the Stiga NHL Stanley Cup Hockey Game. This high-quality table-top game uses a series of rods and fine motor movements to control players on the board which helps to build physical strength in the fingers, hands and wrists which will also help a 5-year-old with learning to write and improve their handwriting.
The Stiga NHL Stanley Cup Hockey Game comes in official NHL colors and logos, so it is perfect for a 5-year-old developing an interest in the NHL. It is a game that can be played socially too encouraging positive interaction, and the opportunity to learn to win and lose gracefully!
- High-quality table
- Improves motor skills
- Official NHL colors and logos
- Easy to move control rods
- Build an interest in sports
- Best played with another player
4.High-Resolution Shockproof Binoculars
Discover a world of learning and exploration with these high-resolution binoculars from DMbaby. This is the perfect gift for any five-year-old boy who is curious about the world and all it has to offer. The powerful magnification of these binoculars allows young adventurers to get up close to nature, observe wildlife and set off on exciting outdoor adventures.
These binoculars are made with young children in mind. They’re shockproof and highly resistant to bumps and accidental drops. They also feature rounded eyecups that are made out of rubber to offer comfort while looking through the lenses. The grips on either side have been ergonomically designed to fit comfortably in little hands and the scratch-resistant paint means they’ll stay looking new for a long time. A gift like this will encourage a sense of curiosity and an openness to learn as he checks out the birds or gazes at the stars.
- Fosters curiosity and encourages learning
- Promotes an appreciation for nature
- Focusing the lenses develops fine motor skills
- Not just for young kids so will last years
- Focus wheel can be stiff
5.John Deere Monster Treads Lightning Wheels Tractor
Based on the popular John Deere designed tractors the John Deere Monster Treads Lightning Wheels Tractor has light-up wheels and encourages imaginative small-world play. Imaginative small-world play is key at age 5 as it is a way of children sorting out the vast array of knowledge and information that they receive from the world every day and filing it away in their brains.
The John Deere Monster Treads Lightning Wheels Tractor can be used indoors or outdoors and makes a great gift for 5-year-old boys with an interest in vehicles or farms and farming.
- Based on popular John Deere Tractors
- Encourages imaginative small-world play
- Light up wheels
- Can be used outdoors
- Requires batteries
6.Playmobil Knights Grand Castle of Novelmore
The Playmobil Knights Grand Castle of Novelmore is a huge Playmobil set with lots of realistic, detailed features and accessories. Great for encouraging an interest in history and imaginative role-play; there are working canons and crossbows and walls that can be broken through by the knight figures included.
As well as improving imaginative and creative skills, role-playing with small figures allows children to experiment with a huge range of social situations safely and to consolidate their learning through doing this. Putting the Playmobil Knights Grand Castle of Novelmore together is also a great opportunity for a 5-year-old boy to improve his construction skills.
- Detailed set with lots of accessories
- Encourages creative role-play
- Improves construction skills
- Working canons and crossbows
- Expensive set
- Lots of small pieces require storage
7.Tomy Pop Up Pirate Game
The Tomy Pop Up Pirate Game is great to play with all the family as it is suitable for a range of ages, and can be played by up to 4 players at a time. However, it is also perfectly possible for a child to play with the game pieces alone so it doesn’t always require extra players to be around.
The game requires players to poke little swords into holes in the barrel until eventually one of them triggers the pirate character to pop up. Being able to put the sword pieces into the right holes requires dexterity and helps improve fine motor skills.
- Encourages social skills
- Improves motor skills
- Up to 4 players
- Can be played alone
- Great family game
- Requires adult supervision
8.Automatic Baseball and Tennis Pitcher
Looking for a toy that will get young boys off their screens and into the backyard? This is the one. The sports-loving five-year-old boy that gets this awesome gift won’t want to come back inside as he practices his sports skills. This automatic baseball and tennis ball pitcher by iPlay will have him swinging for the fences all afternoon.
It’s not just the machine that comes in the set though. It also includes a baseball bat, a tennis racket and six balls. It can be set to pitch the ball in intervals of five to seven seconds, so it’s ideal for different skill levels. While young boys are practicing their batting skills or backhand serves, they’ll also be improving their hand-eye coordination and problem-solving abilities. Most importantly, they’ll understand the value of not giving up, working hard and committing to improving their skills in whatever sport or hobby they choose. It’s a life lesson they’ll carry with them forever.
- Includes a bat, racket and balls
- Adjustable pitching intervals
- Improves hand-eye coordination
- Encourages commitment to skill development
- Requires safety helmet- Sold separately
- Outdoor play only
9.Jurassic World Real Feel Mosasaurus
Dinosaurs are a really popular interest with 5-year-old boys, many of whom can name and identify a surprising number of the creatures. Storing all this information is a good thing though as it keeps their brains active, and forms all sorts of neural pathways and connections that are useful in later life. If the 5-year-old boy you’re buying for is interested in dinosaurs then this is an interest worth encouraging.
The Jurassic World Real Feel Mosasaurus is a large model of a Mosasaurus, a pre-historic water creature, with real feel technology so it is soft and pliable rather than made of hard plastic. Inspired by scenes from the Jurassic World movie this model is designed to inspire imaginative play.
- Real-feel technology
- Encourages an interest in dinosaurs
- Inspires imaginative play
- Movie-inspired design
- Larger item; requires storage
10.Turbospoke Exhaust System
Riding a bicycle is an important milestone for children to master in and of itself and it requires a whole host of skills leading up to it too. Children need to learn balance, coordination and have plenty of strength in their core muscles and legs in order to control a bike, and once they have mastered this riding a bicycle is a great way to keep children active and healthy.
The Turbospoke Exhaust System is compatible with the majority of kids bikes and produces realistic engine sounds without the need for batteries, to keep kids engaged in bike-riding. It has an attractive design and a few different noises to choose from and would make a great gift for a 5-year-old boy who has learned, or is learning, to ride!
- Encourages bike-riding; outdoor, physical play
- Realistic engine noises
- Compatible with majority of kids bikes
- Attractive design
- No batteries required
- Adult assembly required
11.Lego City Fire Station Garage Building Set
As Lego is such a fantastic toy for developing fine-motor skills and imaginative play, it makes the ideal gift for a 5-year-old boy. There are plenty of different sets available to suit their needs and interests and the Lego City Fire Station Garage Building set is a great choice for 5-year-old boys who may be interested in the fire service, or at least fire engines!
The Lego City Fire Station Garage Building Set will require the child to follow instructions to complete its construction, helping to develop concentration and perseverance as well as the ability to follow instructions methodically. As many boys of this age are interested in Lego construction this may well be an ideal gift.
- Compatible with other Lego sets
- Robust and built to last
- Encourages imaginative role-play
- Improves fine motor skills
- Increases perseverance
- Lots of small pieces needing storage
12.Micro Sprite Scooter
Scooters seem to remain popular throughout childhood and provide a useful way for children to get around. Many 5-year-olds love to ride their scooter to and from school, the park or just around the neighborhood or up and down the driveway. The Micro Sprite scooter is the ideal upgrade for a 5-year-old who has mastered a scooter in their younger years.
The Micro Sprite scooter is a 2-wheeled scooter, requiring more balance and control from the user, with a lightweight frame that makes it easy to steer. It has a 220 lbs weight-limit so many adults can get away with having a little test ride and grows easily with a child. A great gift to keep a 5-year-old boy active and healthy!
- Lightweight frame
- Improves balance and coordination
- Encourages outdoor, physical play and skills
- Keeps children active and healthy
- 220 lbs weight-limit
- More expensive gift
13.Stomp Rocket Stunt Planes
The Stomp Rocket Stunt Planes set has been designed by aeronautical engineers and does not require batteries. For a 5-year-old boy who is interested in planes, rockets or science this set is ideal. It comes fully assembled so he can get straight into playing and the rocket planes can perform a range of stunts.
The Stomp Rocket Stunt Planes set is an ideal gift to help improve a 5-year-old boy’s scientific understanding of flight and aerodynamics; this may seem a little ambitious for age 5 but the foundations laid down in these years will help later on in life!
- Designed by aeronautical engineers
- No batteries required
- Fully assembled
- Improves scientific understanding
- Best played outside
14.Marvel Superhero Socks Set
Have the five-year-old you’re shopping for rocking some serious style with this set of Marvel superhero socks. Designed with iconic Marvel characters, these socks are a fantastic gift choice for little boys who like their action heroes. With Spider-Man, Iron Man, Hulk and Captain America gracing their feet, they’ll feel ready to conquer the world.
Besides being a functional gift, they will also allow young boys to express their own personal sense of style. Putting on their own socks is also easier because they just need to match the superheroes. They’re made of a soft blend of polyester and elastic, making them comfortable for all-day play. The stretchy fabric means they’ll stay up and won’t lose their shape when they’re machine washed. They also feature rubber nonslip soles to prevent falls while playing inside. With this gift, even something as mundane seeming as socks becomes an extension of their fun and unique personality.
- Comes in a set of six
- Features six popular Marvel characters
- Make of soft, durable materials
- Machine washable- No fade design
- Runs small so double check size
15.ThinkFun Robot Turtles Board Game
A fun board game for 2-5 players the ThinkFun Robot Turtles offers a huge array of benefits to children and would make an excellent gift for 5-year-old boys. This board game offers all the benefits of traditional board games; teaching children to take turns, follow rules and win and lose with emotional regulation.
However, the ThinkFun Robot Turtles also helps children to learn about technology and coding, promoting those sought-after technological skills. Designed to be played with parents, children write code using cards, but no screen is needed! An ideal, educational gift for a 5-year-old boy.
- 2-5 players
- Teaches children about coding
- Encourages use of technology
- Promotes social skills
- Designed to be played with parents
- Requires additional players
