Top Birthday Gift Ideas for Kids in 2025

Toddlers love movement, and push-along toys or ride-ons give them the confidence to start exploring on their own. These toys help with balance, coordination, and those very first steps toward independence.

Top Picks:

• 🛴 Micro Mini 2 Grow Scooter– A smart 4-in-1 ride-on that adapts as your child grows. It starts as a push-along with a parent handle, then converts into a ride-on scooter, and eventually into a classic Mini Micro scooter. A long-lasting gift that grows with your little one.
• 🐰 Micro Air Hopper – Sets your toddler in motion, foster mobility and activity even before their first steps. Beyond the laughter and joy, this ergonomically designed marvel expertly enhances coordination and balance in your little ones. 

Colourful stacking rings, nesting cups, and shape sorters are more than just fun — they build hand–eye coordination, problem-solving, and fine motor skills. A classic choice that never goes out of style.

Top Picks:

🧸 Plush Stacker – A soft, baby-friendly version of the classic stacking rings. Gentle textures make it safe for little hands (and mouths), while colours and textures stimulate sensory play.

🏗️ Stacking Tower – A durable and engaging toy that lets toddlers build higher and higher as their coordination improves. Perfect for learning balance, size recognition, and cause-and-effect through play.

Bath time isn’t just about getting clean — it’s a chance for play, bonding, and discovery. The right bath toys make this daily routine exciting while encouraging sensory development and imaginative play.

Top Picks

• 📖 Colour-Changing Bath Book – A magical little book that changes colours when wet, turning bath time into story time. Perfect for sparking curiosity.
• 🖼️ Bath Stickers – Fun, foam stickers that cling to tiles when wet. Kids can create scenes, practice shapes, and enjoy endless imaginative play.
• 🧼 Bath Mitts – Soft, playful mitts that double as washcloths and puppets. They make scrubbing fun while keeping little ones entertained.

Board games are a fantastic way to introduce little ones to turn-taking, sharing, and problem-solving.

The best first board games for toddlers use bright colours, simple rules, and big pieces perfect for small hands. They also give families a chance to spend quality time together.

Top Picks: Gross Motor Games like Monkey Around and Get Up for Pup. Matching games, colour recognition games, and preschool-friendly classics like Feed The Woozle and Snug as a Bug in a Rug.

Pretend play is where toddlers’ imaginations shine.

From tea sets and play kitchens to play houses and dress-up sets, these toys help kids build social skills, creativity, and storytelling abilities.

Top Picks:

☕ Tea Sets – Perfect for hosting little “tea parties,” these sets encourage sharing, communication, and hours of role-play fun.

🏡 Play Boxes & Doll Houses – Miniature homes, garages, or themed play sets that let kids build stories and explore different scenarios.

Puzzles are one of the best educational toys for toddlers and young children. They boost fine motor skills, concentration, and logical thinking. For this age group, chunky wooden puzzles and large-piece jigsaws work best — fun, challenging, but not frustrating.

Top Picks:

🛁 Chunky Bath Puzzle – A waterproof puzzle that sticks to the bath or tiles, turning bath time into a fun, brain-boosting activity.

🧩 Jigsaw Puzzles – Bright, large-piece jigsaws designed for little learners, helping them master problem-solving while enjoying colourful pictures.

Getting ready for “big school” is an exciting milestone, and practical gifts can still feel special.

A colourful backpack, themed lunch box, or fun water bottle makes a great birthday gift for preschoolers — both useful and exciting for little learners.

Top Picks

Durable backpacks, matching lunch sets, and water bottles with playful designs from Stephen Joseph and Floss & Rock School Gear.

At this stage, puzzles become more complex and rewarding. They help kids develop problem-solving skills, patience, and confidence as they complete larger designs.

Top Picks:

• 🧩 Floor Puzzles – Big, bold pieces that create colourful pictures once complete.
• 🔠 Alphabet & Number Puzzles – Perfect for early learning while still feeling like play.
• 🦖 Themed Jigsaws – Dinosaurs, animals, and fantasy puzzles that spark curiosity.

Games are fantastic for teaching teamwork, turn-taking, and strategy. By ages 5–8, children can enjoy more rules-based and strategic play, making games a brilliant choice for both fun and learning.

Top Picks:

• 🤝 Cooperative Board Games – Games where kids work together toward a shared goal, teaching collaboration and problem-solving instead of just competition.
• 🃏 Card Games for Kids – Colourful, simple-to-learn card games that boost memory and focus such as Qwirkle Rummy.
• 🤹 Active Games – Movement-based games that get kids up and about while having fun. Our favourite is Twangled.

This age group loves expressing themselves creatively. Arts and crafts gifts are perfect for rainy days, playdates, or solo play, while also building fine motor skills and imagination.

Top Picks:

• 🎨 Craft Boxes – All-in-one sets with everything needed for creative projects.
• ✂️ DIY Kits – Jewellery-making, painting, or model kits that give kids hands-on fun.
• 🖌️ Colouring & Drawing Sets – A timeless favourite that lets kids explore their artistic side.

Building toys are always a hit at this age. They encourage logical thinking, creativity, and persistence while letting kids bring their imaginations to life. From towers to vehicles, construction toys grow with children’s skills.

Top Picks:

• 🧱 Building Block Sets – Classic blocks for open-ended play.
• 🚗 Vehicle Construction Kits – Build-and-play sets that combine engineering with fun.
• 🏰 Themed Construction Sets – Castles, space stations, or city builds that inspire storytelling and creative play.