Pretend play toys for 4 and 5 year olds
At this age, role play gets more detailed and more social. A wooden play kitchen such as the Marshmallow Wooden Play Kitchen or the Willow Tree Play Kitchen gives them space to cook up elaborate menus, while the Wooden Play Shop & Cafe and Lolly & Scoop Wooden Ice Cream Shop encourage counting, sharing and storytelling. Little vets and builders will love the Wooden Vet Set and the Wooden Build & Play Tool Belt. Browse our full range of play shops & market stalls for more ideas.
Doll's houses, farms and small world play
Small world play is perfect for longer, more absorbing games. The Meadow View 360° Children's Doll's House & Garden can be played with from every side, and you can add wooden doll's house furniture room by room. For animal lovers, the Play & Store Wooden Toy Farm and Wooden Tractor Toy & Farmers Set are great choices, and our Daisy Dolls Convertible Pram and Cot suits little carers. For vehicle fans, there's the Wooden Road Track with Accessories.
Desks, dressing tables and furniture for growing independence
Some of the most useful gifts for this age group are the ones that help children feel in charge of their own space. A Sweetheart Dressing Table & Stool or Sweetheart Dressing Rail makes getting ready a little more fun, while the Junior Study Desk & Pinboard, Darwin Desk and Nelson Desk Chair create a proper spot for drawing, crafts and early homework. A learning tower lets them help in the kitchen, and the Juniper Adjustable Table grows with them. See all our desks & accessories and adjustable children's furniture.
Cosy corners, reading nooks and bedroom gifts
Make their room feel special with a play teepee, a squashy Teddy Fabric Bean Bag or a statement Space Explorer Rug. Pair them with a Greenaway Bookcase for a reading corner they'll want to spend time in. Explore more teepees & play tents, children's bean bags and rugs.
Learning through play
Gifts that sneak in a little learning go down well at this age. The Learn & Play Letter Set and Learn & Play Number Set support early reading and counting, and our Reward Charts help build good routines. Browse more educational toys and art & creative play.
Why shop with Great Little Trading Co?
We're a small team of just 11, and we design our children's toys, storage and furniture ourselves. We were voted Best Online Retailer 2026 by LovedByParents, and every product is safety tested so you can shop with confidence. See what other families are choosing in our best selling toys, or browse our personalised gifts for something extra special.
Gifts for 4-5 year olds FAQs
What are the best gifts for a 4 year old?
Pretend play toys are a safe bet, from play kitchens and play shops to doll's houses. Practical gifts like a learning tower or bean bag also go down well.
What are good gifts for a 5 year old?
Five year olds often enjoy a space of their own, so a children's desk, dressing table or reading nook can make a lovely present. For older siblings, see our gifts for 6+ year olds.
Do you have gifts for younger children too?
Yes. Browse our gifts for 1-3 year olds for toddler toys and furniture.
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