Five year olds are off to school, thinking about reading, writing, playing and making friends.
Safety is still important – be careful of bicycles and similar toys unless the child has a safe place to use them away from traffic and other hazards.
Suggestions: Five year olds can handle more advanced construction sets, cut-out paper dolls, hand and finger puppets. Extend art into modelling clay, stencils, paints and paint books. Imaginative play can be solo or involve friends. Outdoor activities include sandpits, flying kites, helping in the garden and some sports equipment. Indoor play can involve battery operated trains and other toys. Extend five year olds with more demanding board and card games.
5th Birthday Gift Ideas
Gifts Australia – massive range of gifts for all ages. Based in Sydney, delivers Australia wide. Check out their
Coolthings Australia– Lots of cool novelty gifts for all ages and great for prizes as well as gifts – see their gifts for children. Coolthings are based in Launceston, Tasmania with delivery Australia wide and free gift wrapping.
Suggested Products
KidzLabs Electric Marble Run from Coolthings.com.au KidzLabs Electric Marble Run. 4m. The KidzLabs Electric Marble Run lets you build your very own motorised marble run, a visual learning tool that teaches the laws of motion! Similar to those spiral wishing wells you drop coins into at the mall, watch as the marble travels around the chute, rather than rolling straight down the hole. Watch it drop lower and lower on the spiral as friction gradually slows it down, making it seem as though it's moving down a long and spiralling ramp!…
Disney Woody Music Carousel from Coolthings.com.au Disney Woody Music Carousel. Royal Selangor. Bring a touch of Disney magic into your life with the Disney Woody Music Carousel! This delightful carousel features the beloved Toy Story sheriff, Woody, sitting atop a stack of bright yellow porcelain toy block letters. As it gracefully rotates, Woody serenades you with the iconic Disney Pixar tune, "You've Got a Friend in Me." Made with precision and care, this licensed Disney collectible is crafted from silver-coated pewter and bonded porcelain, ensuring its lasting quality as a cherished keepsake for generations. Measuring 11.5cm (h) x 8.5cm x 8cm, it's the ideal size for displaying in your home. Whether it's a gift for a Disney enthusiast or a treat for yourself, this Disney Woody Music Carousel adds a dash of nostalgia and whimsy to any collection. Order yours today and let Woody and the music transport you to a world of wonder! Please note: This exclusive Disney Music Carousel is available for delivery to Australian customers only and includes free standard shipping for logged-in customers. Due to its special order nature, returns for change of mind are not available….
Ceremony: Welcome to Our Country from Gifts Australia Hardback children's book – 4+ Contains 24 pages with illustrations Published by A&U Children's Features a celebration of indigenous culture Size: 26.6cm x 0.8cm x 26.6cm Introduce enquiring little minds to understanding Aussie history in a meaningful way with Ceremony: Welcome to Our Country. It's an inspiring and joyful celebration of life. Covering traditions, culture, language, community and dance, there is captivating artwork from Barkindji illustrator David Hardy. It's honest and vibrant reading the whole family can enjoy together. Written by Australian of the Year Adam Goodes and co-writer Ellie Laing, it's shortlisted for several book awards in 2023. Perfect for helping children appreciate our First Nations people, it's informative as well as great fun. It should hold an important place on any family bookshelf and makes a superb gift choice for friends….
Bin Chicken from Gifts Australia Hardback childrens book – 3+ Contains 24 pages with beautiful illustrations Published by Scholastic Australia Written by Kate and Jol Temple Size: 25.7cm x 0.8cm x 24.7cm From award-winning authors, and with charming illustrations by Ronojiy Josh, Bin Chicken is a delight. A wonderful tribute to the elegant ibis bird, it follows its fascinating life and how it survived and adapted to new environments. Take a journey with these unique creatures as the story unfolds and captivates with gentle, humorous verses. Using bright colours, speech bubbles and placards to engage little minds, it explores the wonders of nature from the shores of the Nile to the rubbish bins of the city. A gorgeous gift for any first book collection, it will be read, re-read, and passed down. It's a gem adults will adore just as much as little ones….
Monkey’s Forest Feast Cooperative Game from Gifts Australia 2+ players For ages 4+ Box size: 20.25 x 23.5 x 4 cm Includes everything needed to play this fun game! This cooperative game is the perfect lesson in counting and working together for young kids. It's fun for adults too! For 2+ players aged 4 and up, everyone must work together to save the fruit bat! Match the fruit, count them all up, and make sure you're working together! Box contains one game board with spinner, animal face tiles, fruit bat mover, 24 fruit tokens, instructions, and fun wild animal facts! Even the adults can learn something with this game….
Chester The Notting Hill Bear from Gifts Australia Classic British style brown teddy bear Made from Cotton/Polyester, Inner: 100% Polyester filling Size 23cm x 43cm x 10cm Suitable for all ages 0+years Cold hand wash in mild detergent Teddies instantly inspire affection and with "Papa" bear, Chester The Notting Hill Bear, it will be love for life. With the charm of vintage British style, he's timeless, irresistible, and more than a little soft and cuddlesome. With cute button eyes and a sweet nose, he's finished with a funky pair of grey corduroy overalls and a matching checked shirt. Made from premium faux fur fabric in a light brown colour, Chester is simply adorable. Guaranteed to be an instant hit with new babies and little ones, adults will adore this charming character too. Gifting teddies to your nearest and dearest is the perfect way to express your love. They give a sense of comfort no other toy can and make wonderful lifelong gifts at any age!…
Bedtime Sorted! By Jimmy Rees from Gifts Australia Hardback book with 32 pages Book dimensions: 250mm x 250mm Publisher: Affirm Press Suitable for ages 2 to 6 years If you're searching for fun books to share with the kids, Bedtime Sorted! By Jimmy Rees should be on your list. It's packed with every familiar excuse that comes with bedtime. Keeping the kids in bed is proving hard for Dad after everything was going so well. It's a priceless and uproarious take on parenthood which is guaranteed to have you laughing. Brilliantly written, the illustrations from Briony Stewart vividly depict the series of catastrophes. A once happy Dad settling down to dinner becomes increasingly frustrated and weary as the evening progresses. This book is the perfect, giggly read for little ones and a story you will know all too well!…
