The 19 Best Gifts For 4-Year-Old Girls of 2021

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4-year-old girls can have a wide range of interests, from dolls, imaginative play, arts and crafts, STEM, and playing outdoors. At this age, easy-to-follow games that align with their developmental stage like non-reading board games can be lots of fun too.

When choosing a toy for a 4-year-old girl, think about her lifestyle and who she might be playing with. While it’s nice to challenge her with toys or gifts that she can age into, make sure that whatever you choose is also fun right out of the box.

Use this guide to find the right gift.

Our Top Picks

Care Bears Good Luck Bear at Amazon

A blast from the past Care Bear that can sing, tell jokes, share feelings, move, light up, and say some funny phrases.

Lola + The Boys Happy Rainbow Vegan Leather Jacket at Maisonette.com

The back has a huge colorful rainbow and a smiley patch on the elbow. Fleece lined, the cozy coat is available in seven sizes.

CoComelon Musical Checkup Case at Amazon

The musical set plays nine songs and sounds and comes with a play thermometer, stethoscope, and much more.

ABC What Can She Be? at Braveandkindbooks.com

An engaging book that shows girls of all sizes, abilities, and colors taking on traditional and non-traditional jobs.

Step 2 Splash Pond Water Table at Amazon

Equipped with a waterfall, strainer, cups, toys, and more. Easy to fill and quick to clean.

HobbyCraftPrime Dinosaur Egg Digging Kit at Etsy

This kit comes with 12 eggs, each packed with its own dinosaur, so there’s lots for a crowd.

Super Smalls Talent Show Butterfly Hair Clips at Supersmalls.com

Eight hair clips shaped like butterflies sparkle with gemstones that’ll dress up any day. An instant style boost for any kid.

Educational Insights PaperCraft Fashion Parade at Amazon

The set includes 24 dolls and over 160 outfits and accessories to color, mix, and match.

CreateOn Green Eggs and Ham Magna Tiles at Amazon

The open-ended magnetic building tiles, will love these themed tiles that feature images from Green Eggs and Ham and Dr. Suess.

Meri Meri Unicorn Ombre Glitter Hair Slides at Maisonette.com

A magical way to add glitter and style to any look, this set of two unicorn hair clips are oh-so-cute.

Every little one wants some good luck in their life! Bring it on with a blast from the past Care Bear that can sing, tell jokes, share feelings, move, light up, and say some funny phrases. Fun alone or with other bears, this is a cute choice.

Lola + The Boys Happy Rainbow Vegan Leather Jacket

Stylin’ kiddos will stand out in their own vegan leather bomber jacket. The back has a huge colorful rainbow and a smiley patch on the elbow. Fleece-lined, this darling jacket is actually functional as well as stylish so they can wear it during the fall season. This cozy coat is available in seven sizes.

Your little preschooler will love pretending to be a doctor with an all-inclusive check-up case. The musical set plays nine songs and sounds and comes with a play thermometer, stethoscope, and much more. It all packs into the CoCocomelon checkup case for easy clean-up.

An inspirational and educational ABC book, this is sure to be a big hit. The book depicts girls of all different colors, sizes, and abilities as they take on both traditional and non-traditional occupations for every letter of the alphabet.

Create a mini water park right in your own backyard with this elaborate water table. Equipped with a waterfall, strainer, cups, toys, and more, this is fun alone or with friends. Easy to fill and quick to clean, a water table is perfect for kids with outdoor space.

HobbyCraftPrime Dinosaur Egg Digging Kit

Transport your kid back to the prehistoric era with this dinosaur excavation kit. Complete with 12 eggs, each packed with its own dinosaur, there are plenty of dinos to discover. Once your kiddo unearths their dinosaur, they can use the included description cards to learn more about their new pretend pet.

If your kiddo likes to add a bit of sparkle and shine to their preschool style, this set of eight butterfly clips will be right up their alley. Your tot can add a couple of the beautiful gemstone clips to turn a regular set of pigtails into a next-level style or they can wear them all at once a shine like a superstar.

Educational Insights PaperCraft Fashion Parade

Get ready for endless fun with these sized just right paper dolls. The set includes 24 dolls and over 160 outfits and accessories to color, mix, and match. The best part is that the clothing and accessories are actually easy-to-peel, residue-free stickers so your kiddo can play independently as they dress and design their doll.

Fans of MagnaTiles, the open-ended magnetic building tiles, will love these themed tiles that feature images from Green Eggs and Ham and Dr. Suess. Perfect alone or as an add-on to other sets, these STEM toys will be a hit for years to come.

Meri Meri Unicorn Ombre Glitter Hair Slides

In case you didn't know, unicorns are still in! A magical way to add glitter and style to any look, this set of two unicorn hair clips are oh-so-cute. Wear one or both, the ombre glitter will surely stand out on any four-year-old.

Extend the fun of bathtime with an interactive fishing game that encourages kids to reel the fish in with their fishing rod. Not only will the toy encourage role-playing and imagination, but it also helps work on hand-eye coordination.

Combining a high-quality audio experience with fashion, these cute headphones are made for kids. There’s an 85 dB volume-limiting built-in and the adjustable headphones work with tablets, iPhones, and much more.

Promote creative expression, imaginative play, and lots of princess play with this adorable costume set. Both the tiara and matching wand have bright, sparkling jewel accents and the velcro closure makes it easy to put on and off.

Young kids will be inspired by the Madame Alexander Kindness Club dolls, meant to teach caring and respect for all people. Choose from seven different dolls that are all 14 inches tall, come with stylish accessories, and are fun to play with.

Add some flair and a cozy and plush cushion to any room. Perfect for a reading spot, cozy corner, or soft decoration, these floor pillows come in five colors and measure over 30 inches in diameter, so there’s plenty of room for a 4-year-old to lounge.

For your resident LOL fan, this electric toothbrush will make them excited to keep their teeth clean. The rotating head blasts away plaque, and the anti-bacterial holographic toothbrush cover looks super cool while keeping the brush clean.

Social-emotional learning (SEL) is so important for young kids. Make it easy to explore with this pineapple toy that features 26 face pieces with smiles, frowns, and everything in between. The two-sided pineapple also allows kids to explore the idea of opposites.

Anji is excited to pick out personalized bicycle license plates with her friends. The only problem is that Anji can't find her name. Published by Mango & Marigold Press, an independent multicultural publishing house, the story of inventive, big-hearted Anji will love learning about what makes each of us so special.

Fans of Blue’s Clues will love this nearly 4-foot tall tent that’s perfect for indoor or outdoor play. With a mail slot, mesh windows, roll-up door, and much more, this is fun for endless creative play.

Final Verdict

For a creative toy that’s fun both at home or on-the-go, the PaperCraft Fashion Parade (view at Amazon) is simple, portable, and entertaining alone or with a pal. Another can’t go wrong option is the Dinosaur Egg Digging Kit (view at Etsy) since kids can’t resist digging in and revealing their own dinosaur.

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Maya Polton is a former marketing manager and current freelance writer who covers food, home, and parenting. She’s also the mom of a 10-year-old son, 7-year-old son, and 3-year-old daughter. She keeps a secret space in her basement closet for last-minute gifts. Outdoor toys and art kits are her go-to gifts since they have a wide appeal. Her kids are super active and love any toy that can be played with outside. They are currently setting new pogo stick records every day!

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