The 55 Best Gifts for 4-Year-Old Girls of 2024

Crayola Scribble Scrubbie Glow Lagoon Pets

$25 At Amazon $18 At Walmart $16 At Target

Create your own ocean of fishy friends with the Scribble Scrubbie Glow Lagoon Pets from Crayola. Little ones can customize the vampire squid, sea snail, seahorse, and angler fish with the six included markers to create different designs and patterns. Once you're done, wash the pets in the small 'bathtub' and start again. There's also a free compatible app to bring your underwater friends to life virtually.

Flybar My First Foam Pogo Jumper

$13 At Amazon $16 At Walmart View On Lowe's

To help get some of that endless energy out and keep kids active, check out this Flybar pogo jumper. It provides all the jumping fun of a traditional pogo stick but with a foam base and rubber handlebars. It can be used indoors or out and can support up to 250 pounds, so they won’t outgrow it anytime soon (and mom and dad can take a turn, too, if they like). You can even jump indoors. We found the base is made of heavy yet soft foam, so kids can bounce indoors without destroying our floors or leaving unsightly marks.

Kenson Kids Movez

$22 At Amazon $22 At Walmart $27 At Office Depot

Founded by two moms, Kenson Kids has created the perfect game to get kids moving. Movez combines charades and a scavenger hunt for an engaging game that doesn't feel like exercise. You can play with up to four players, so the whole family can get in on the fun.

Baby Starters The Gnome in Your Home Book Set

$22 At Amazon $31 At Walmart

Help the 4-year-old in your life practice daily acts of kindness with this board book and stuffed animal gift set. The Gnome in Your Home tells the story of small gnomes who learn they can make a big difference with the gift of kindness. While you read, little ones can snuggle with the 9-inch plus gnome and use the 30 included kindness cards to start spreading kindness in their own lives.

CoComelon Musical Bedtime JJ Doll

$20 At Amazon $27 At Walmart $20 At Target

This little JJ doll inspired by the CoComelon series is soft and cuddly and makes the perfect bedtime friend. He comes with a little teddy bear pillow plush and even plays seven sounds and phrases from the educational show.

Upbounders Fun Outside Floor Puzzle

$12 At Amazon $17 At Walmart $19 At Target

Thanks to Black-owned brand Upbounders, your 4-year-old completing a 48-piece puzzle is possible. The puzzle features jumbo pieces that easily fit in your little one's hand as they practice problem-solving and trial-and-error skills. Once completed, the puzzle reveals a beautifully diverse scene of kids playing outdoors, bringing up the perfect opportunity to discuss sharing, socialization, and safe outdoor fun.

LeapFrog Mr. Pencil's Scribble and Write

$24 At Amazon $35 At Walmart $18 At kohls.com

With the Leapfrog Scribble and Write, kids can use the attached Mr. Pencil to complete fun activities that include writing, drawing, and spelling, which are accompanied by adorable animations. It runs on three AA batteries, which are included, so the fun can begin right out of the box. 

Kitten Games The Best Worst Ice Cream Game

$15 At Target View On Explodingkittens.com

With The Best Worst Ice Cream card game, little ones try to create the kookiest ice cream cone they can imagine. Use creative thinking to choose your flavor and add it to your collection. The first player to fill their cone wins. We love that no reading is required, but the whole family will get a kick out of the wacky flavors and simple gameplay.

I'm The Chef Too! Peppa Pig Muddy Puddle Cookie Pies

View On Imthecheftoo.com

I'm The Chef Too! curates baking bundles designed to be educational and fun for little ones and adults to complete together, resulting in a delicious treat. For this activity, you can join Peppa Pig and friends to create yummy muddy puddle cookie pies while learning math and science and completing the included activity sheet. The brand also offers a subscription, which makes an amazing gift for baking-obsessed families, so they never run out of recipes.

KiwiCo Pasta Making and Shapes

$50 At kiwico.com

This adorable life-like pasta machine from AAPI woman-owned brand KiwiCo helps teach shapes, colors, and other basic math skills in a fun way. Kids flatten the "dough" using the pasta machine then practice cutting out and naming different shapes and figures. You could keep the fun going by using your own collection of cookie cutters.

Disney Encanto Magical Casa Madrigal

$68 At Walmart $60 At Target View On Shopdisney.com

Enter the magical work of Encanto with this Casa Madrigal play set. The three floors and seven rooms include countless interactive elements, like fun lights and magical sounds. Play as Mirabel as you discover all of the secrets the house holds, like how the awesome staircase turns into a fun slide.

Hape Wooden Mighty Mixer Kitchen Playset

View On Hape.com

While adults bake in the kitchen, kids can pretend to dish up their own delicious treats with this wooden toy stand mixer from Hape. Turn the knob and watch the beaters turn like the real thing. The play set also comes with a removable bowl and two sacks of flour and brown sugar to practice measuring and baking any recipe they can imagine.

Super Smalls Everyday Royalty DIY Crown & Tiara Kit

$32 At supersmalls.com

Treat your 4-year-old like the queen she is with a DIY crown craft kit from Super Smalls. The kit includes five pre-cut crowns and tiaras, so friends and siblings can craft as well. The 300 included stickers provide endless customization possibilities. Once complete, the imaginative and pretend play begins. Don't be surprised when this foam tiara becomes a staple part of your little one's wardrobe.

Follies The Casa Azul Set

View On Playfollies.com

Little architects can build exciting play structures with Follies. The Casa Azul set is inspired by Frida Kahlo's iconic home and comes with 25 pieces made from washable materials. Your 4-year-old can build Frida's kitchen, an easel, a casita, and so much more. Plus, the kit comes with a double-sided poster and educational materials about the amazing artist.

Monster High Skulltimate Secrets Neon Frights Doll & Accessories

$21 At Amazon

Join the ladies of Monster High and discover what secrets await inside their lockers. The adorably haunted play set comes with a Monster High doll and a locker full of over 19 accessories including bright fashion items and accessories (some even glow in the dark). Dress up your doll, collect the whole squad, and mix and match pieces for a wicked good time.

Little Tikes Story Dream Machine

$41 At Amazon $42 At Walmart View On Toywiz.com

Bring story time to a new level with this mini projector that displays new and classic stories on the wall of your little one's room. Lights and sounds add to the interactive fun. This starter set includes three Little Golden books and one character to kickstart the fun. When you're not reading, the toy doubles as a nightlight and white noise machine for a great night's sleep every time.

Pottery Barn Kids Chelsea All-in-1 Kitchen

$499 At potterybarnkids.com $499 At havenly.com

Made of fiberboard and solid wood, this kitchen set from Pottery Barn is sturdy and stylish with great, realistic details that will make it the star of any modern playroom. It features a refrigerator, oven, stovetop, and sink with storage underneath. Fun will definitely be on the menu for hours and hours.

LEGO Disney 100 Celebration Train

$32 At Amazon $34 At Walmart $32 At Target

Celebrate 100 years of Disney with this train-building set from LEGO. Named one of the Toy of the Year 2023 finalists, the Disney 100 Celebration Train comes with 200 pieces that come together to build an engine and three 'parade floats' for one of the six minifigures to ride on. Each build comes with a minifigure, so play can begin right away with Mickey Mouse, Moana, Peter Pan, and more.

furReal Moodwings Snow Dragon

$109 At Amazon $43 At Walmart

One look at her color-changing eyes or tummy will reveal this robotic snow dragon's one of many moods. Through play, your little one can learn to nurture the dragon's emotions and learn social skills by using the included three surprise accessories, a bottle, a pacifier, and a toy, to interact with this toy pet. Your 4-year-old will love watching Snow Dragon's glittery wings flap open and close as her moods change based on the interaction.

Skillmatics Art & Craft Activity Foil Fun

$20 At Amazon $27 At Walmart View On Skillmaticsworld.com

For a mess-free creative activity, Foil Fun is a no-brainer. The craft kit includes 10 picture canvases with over 200 foil sheets and foam stickers to decorate the pictures and let your creativity soar. There are seven themes to choose from including unicorns, princesses, bugs, and butterflies, so there's something for every 4-year-old to complete.

Honeysticks 100% Pure Beeswax Crayons- Longs

$19 At Walmart $13 At Nordstrom View On Orientaltrading.com

Honeysticks makes easy-to-hold crayons made from 100 percent beeswax with food-grade pigments for endless coloring and creativity. The long size is designed to fit perfectly in your 4-year-old's hands, so they can let their artistry run wild. This set comes with six bright colors, plus, they're scented for a pleasant and safe chalk experience for young ones.

Toyk Aqua Magic Mat

$27 At Amazon $45 At Walmart

This magic mat offers all the creative fun of markers and paints but with none of the mess. Kids use the magic, water-filled pens to create amazing masterpieces on the mat. Those creations stay on the mat because the pens only work there—not on your carpet, couch, or anywhere else. When the water dries, kids' designs disappear, and they can start all over again.

VTech Kidizoom Kids Smartwatch DX2

$32 At Amazon $51 At Walmart View On Vtechkids.com

She’ll be styling and smiling with this kid-friendly smartwatch from VTech. Not only does it feature cameras that let her take videos and selfies, but it also has games to play and a pedometer to see just how much she’s moving. It comes in two fun colors—purple and blue. During at-home testing with real kids, we found that they loved the camera function best. They had a blast taking photos of their own surroundings and had even more fun taking selfies. There is also a voice recording function that they use non-stop.

Fat Brain Toys Pretendables Cinnamon Roll Set

$35 At Amazon $41 At Walmart View On Fatbraintoys.com

Pretend-play just got a lot more adorable. With this cinnamon roll playset, 4-year-olds can roll, ice, and bake delicious cinnamon rolls over and over again. The best part of this toy is how easy it is to store. The two cinnamon rolls fit perfectly in the baking dish, which can be stored in the toy oven for quick cleanup. We also love the modern design that won't be an eyesore in your playroom.

furReal Cinnamon, My Stylin’ Pony Toy

$49 At Amazon $49 At Target $70 At kohls.com

Animal lovers will flip over Cinnamon, the styling pony from furReal. Use the 26 accessories to brush and style her beautiful mane. Plus, she makes over 80 sounds and reactions. Feed her an apple, pet her head, and so much more to watch her neigh and wiggle her head and nose. She can also get ready for bedtime with snuggles and sweet sounds. Guaranteed, your 4-year-old will make a new furry friend.

Gund Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie Skye Stuffed Animal

$12 At Amazon

If the 4-year-old girl in your life can't stop talking about the new Paw Patrol movie, this Skye plush will make the perfect gift for them. The 6-inch plush is perfect for hugging and cuddling and features Skye in her pink uniform ready to save the day. The whole gang is available in the kid-sized plushes, so grab Marshall, Rubble, and Chase too.

L.O.L. Surprise Loves Hello Kitty Tots

$13 At Amazon

There are seven surprises packed into this tiny toy. Inside, little ones will discover one L.O.L. Surprise doll, an outfit, shoes, an accessory, a purse, and a sticker inspired by Hello Kitty. The collaboration celebrates the iconic kitty's 50th anniversary and we think parents will enjoy discovering the nostalgic surprises as well.

Mattel Karma’s World Karma Fashion Doll

$5 At Amazon

Based on the popular Netflix show Karma's World, this gorgeous fashion doll makes the perfect addition to any 4-year-old's toy collection. Karma comes in her signature outfit with her iconic beautiful curls that fans will recognize and love. Recreate Karma's adventures from the show with the included microphone accessory. You can also purchase her friends Winston and Switch for a full set.

My Little Pony The Mane 6 Ponies Collection

$35 At Amazon $45 At Walmart

She can collect the Mane 6 all in one set: Each pony, including Twilight Sparkle, Pinkie Pie, Rainbow Dash, Rarity, Fluttershy, and Applejack comes as a 3-inch figure featuring character-inspired poses and plastic molded hair. They make a cute set to play with or display when not in use.

Skyrocket Blume Doll

$10 At Amazon

A sweet surprise is in store for any girl lucky enough to receive a Blume Doll. It's literally a surprise. Just add some water to the pot and a doll sprouts. She'll have a funky hairstyle, stickers, and fun accessories. The entire collection has 22 unique dolls so your little one will love collecting them.

Hatchimals Hatchi-Nursery Playset

$25 At Amazon

Hatchimals combine the delight of a blind box with the joy of minis and a matching play set. To reveal your four Hatchimal Alive characters, fill the pool with water, place your eggs inside, and pour water down the rainbow. After you meet your new friends, you can explore the three rooms of the Hatchimal nursery and use the 13 accessories for endless hours of imaginative play.

FoxPrint Princess Castle Glow in the Dark Play Tent

$25 At Amazon $43 At Walmart $55 At newegg.com

Every little princess needs her own castle, and this pop-up tent from Foxprint is a perfect first one. Decorated with glow-in-the-dark stars, it’s a great center for pretend play, having a tea party, or just resting. It’s easy to set up and fold down, making it simple to take along to the park, beach, or anywhere royal adventures await. Plus, it's easy to clean. The nylon fabric of this tent is easy to wipe down with a damp cloth, we confirmed during testing.

Magna-Tiles 100-Piece Clear Colors Set

$120 At Amazon $147 At Walmart View On Maisonette.com

Magna-Tiles make a magnificent gift. This set contains 100 pieces in all, which is perfect as a starter kit or to add to a box of tiles she may already have. The 3D magnetic tiles allow her to build limitless creations. While she’s having fun constructing, she’s also building important STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) skills.

Little Tikes Metal Detector Mining Truck

$21 At Amazon $31 At Walmart View On Littletikes.com

Head outdoors and start learning about the world around you with the Metal Detector Mining Truck. The play set transforms into four working tools: a metal detector, a rock tumbler, shovels, and a water tank. Little ones can use the excavator to find specimens, wash them in the water tank, spin them in the rock tumbler, and then load them onto the truck to find the next digging site.

Play-Doh Sparkle Compound Collection

$17 At Amazon $14 At Walmart $10 At JOANN

Classic Play-Doh gets a fancy twist with this sparkly upgrade. This set includes six pretty colors, each of which is infused with sparkling flecks. It also includes two cutters to help kids create fun masterpieces. It’s a great inexpensive option if you’re looking for a little something for the little girl in your life. 

Spelly Straws Reusable Drinking Straws for Kids

$12 At Amazon $14 At Walmart

Everyone always says not to play with your food, but no one ever said anything about your drinks! These Spelly Straws are a smart, fun way to do just that. The pack comes with 44 colorful letters and four straw connectors that easily snap together. Kids can spell words, their names, and anything else they can think of, then just snap on the straw ends and sip away. All of the parts are dishwasher-safe for easy cleanup. We loved that each pack of Spelly Straws can spell 300,000 words, which should keep kids busy for a long time. Don’t be surprised if your little one keeps asking for refills since it’s so much fun to watch the liquid filter past the words they’ve created.

Surprise Powerz Vera The Vet Doll

$50 At Amazon $50 At Target $24 At Nordstrom

Kristel Bell, the founder of the Black-owned brand Surprise Powerz, recognizes the power of women and wants to portray this belief to girls through dolls. Surprise Powerz dolls embody different careers in STEM usually dominated by men. With the dolls, 4-year-old girls see themselves in these careers, in this case, as a veterinarian, and learn that anything is possible.

Educational Insights GeoSafari Jr. Talking Microscope

$35 At Amazon $34 At Walmart $55 At QVC

Though this is intended for kids ages four to seven, parents will also probably play with this cool science toy, at least once. This talking microscope includes 20 slides and more than 100 facts. Kids can learn all about animals and plants and there's even a quiz mode to test their knowledge. Just remember to buy the three AAA batteries, which aren't included.

Adora Playtime "Little Prince"

$55 At Amazon View On Adora.com

She'll absolutely adore this Adora baby doll. Measuring 13 inches tall, the doll can suck his thumb and has eyes that open and close. It has a slightly weighted bean bag bottom to mimic the feel of a real baby, but it's still light and easy to carry. During testing, we found that right out of the box, the Adora PlayTime Baby Doll was a huge hit with both a 3-year-old girl and a 6-year-old boy. Each thought the baby doll was adorable and immediately went about building him his own place to sleep so he’d be cozy in his new home. Parents, you'll love the fact the doll is 100 percent washable.

Madame Alexander Kindness Club Dolls

$60 At Amazon View On Madamealexander.com $42 At barnesandnoble.com

Since 1923, Madame Alexander dolls have been making adorable high-quality playmates for toddlers. The Kindness Club line features diverse dolls with big dreams to better the world around them. The 14-inch dolls have pose-able bodies and beautiful hair to brush and style. They'll make the perfect companion for your 4-year-old for years to come.

Peppa Pig All Around Peppa’s Town Playset

$48 At Amazon $39 At Walmart

Travel around town with Peppa Pig with this play set in Mummy Pig's big red car. As you drive along the track, the narrator reveals interactive stories to listen to and play out for hours of imaginative play. Kids can build the track and take it apart again and again for a unique experience each time. Add in other figures and locations for even more fun.

Ozlife Adventure Kidz Outdoor Exploration Kit

$20 At Amazon

When it's time to explore the outdoors, there's no better gift than this. Whether you plan to go hiking or just roam the neighborhood, this kit includes binoculars, a magnifying glass, a compass, and a flashlight. And of course, everything fits conveniently in the accompanying drawstring backpack.

Mudpuppy We Are Colorful Skin Tone Crayon Set

$12 At Amazon

Update your 4-year-old's art supply stash with a set of skin-tone crayons from Mudpuppy. The affordable gift sends an important message about how skin comes in many beautiful colors. Pair with a coloring book for the perfect gift set with accurate colors to represent multiple ethnicities and skin tones. Plus, the tin the crayons come in double as a storage solution.

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Stunt Tire Play Set

$56 At Amazon View On Mattel.com

Launch vehicles and watch them soar through the Ring of Fire, then watch them speed up and down the ramp. The set includes the Hot Wheels ramp, the Tiger Shark Monster Truck, and two plastic crushed cars for stacking obstacles. When it's time to go, the set folds up for easy portability so she can play anywhere.

Cra-Z-Art Softee Dough Crazy Shakes Playset

$6 At Amazon

Bring crazy milkshake concoctions to life with this dough play set from Cra-Z-Art. The kit comes with three packs of "softee dough" in different colors, a waffle mold, a donut mold, a parfait cup, and molding tools to pile on different treats and make the wackiest and most colorful shake ever.

iPlay, iLearn Dollhouse Backpack

$39 At Amazon View On Iplayilearntoys.com

What if your 4-year-old's favorite dollhouse fits nicely into an adorable backpack? Well, now it can with iPlay iLearn's dreamy dollhouse that folds directly out of a beautiful and functional pink backpack. Open the backpack to reveal a multi-room playset complete with realistic accessories, an adorable doll, and stickers to decorate your space. The easily portable toy will entertain her for hours as she explores the moving elements and intricate furniture.

Learning Resources Gears! Gears! Gears! Build & Bloom Set

$40 At Amazon $55 At kohls.com View On Uberkids.com

Fun will bloom with this great garden-themed gear set. There are 117 pieces in all, including colorful gears, butterflies, flowers, bees, ladybugs, and more. All of them can be combined so kids create an almost endless amount of designs using their imaginations.

Hasbro Gaming Hungry Hungry Hippos

$22 At Amazon $22 At Walmart $22 At Target

This classic family game is a gobbling good time. Players press the levers over and over trying to get their hippo to chomp up the most marbles in as little time as possible. It’s not the quietest game on the shelf, but it’s one of the most fun.

Play22 Keyboard Playmat

$40 At Amazon $45 At Walmart

Toddlers, kids, and adults can have fun with this musical playmat. While she's running around making melodic sounds, she's also engaging in physical and active play. The piano mat lets her play music, record her creation, and play it back for her loved ones to hear. Note that the mat requires four AA batteries, which aren't included.

KidKraft My Dreamy Dollhouse with Furniture

$100 At Amazon $153 At Walmart

Dreamy, indeed! This KidKraft My Dreamy Dollhouse is packed with potential for all sorts of pretend adventures. It comes with 14 pieces of furniture, including a grand piano and a toilet that makes flushing sounds. There’s even a hanging plant.

Playz Kids Tent Crawl Tunnel and Ball Pit

$40 At Amazon

This colorful playhouse and tunnel set is packed with potential for fun. It comes with five pieces in all, including two tunnels, a tent, and a ball pit equipped with a basketball hoop. The ball pit can hold up to 1,000 balls, though you’ll have to purchase those separately. All the pieces can be used separately or combined in countless ways.

Smart Teddy Interactive Educational Toy

$100 At Amazon

For the perfect companion for your 4-year-old, look to Smart Teddy, an adorable teddy bear friend who talks back. The tech toy knows fairy tales, lullabies, songs, riddles, and more. Program your teddy based on your daily routine to develop helpful habits revolving around potty training, teeth brushing, healthy eating, and more. Parents will love the easy-to-use app that operates as a second adult advising positive practices and teaching valuable skills.

Barbie Vacation House

$129 At Amazon $115 At Target

Come on Barbie, let's go on a vacation! Take a trip with Barbie and her friends at her vacation home complete with two levels, six play areas, and over 30 accessories. The funky dollhouse is decked out in traditional Barbie pink with fun elements like bunk beds, a bathtub, a swinging chair, an elevator, and a puppy. If buying this as a gift, add in a Barbie doll as well for optimal fun.

Play-Doh Cake Oven Bakery Playset

$18 At Amazon $29 At Walmart $22 At Macy's

Your child can practice pretend-play with this toy oven—it makes real oven sounds (plays a fun bell ding) and lets her watch her creation rise before her eyes. And when the cake's ready, she can decorate her Play-Doh cakes with the included pretend sprinkles, or use the remaining clay to mold candles and candies.

Trolls Sing & Strum Guitar

$30 At Target

Celebrate the release of Trolls: Band Together with this adorable pink guitar suitable for Princess Poppy herself. When little ones strum, they'll hear realistic guitar sounds or you can press the button to dance and sing along to the included songs. The bright guitar also lights up as you play for hours of musical and interactive fun for little music lovers.