Hey girl, today let's chat about the best birthday gift ideas for kids ages 1 – 10, for both boys and girls!
I know you are on the hunt for the top birthday gift ideas for kids that will be used and not just sit in a corner. Well, girl, you have come to the right place.
As a mom of 4, an aunt to 13, and a home daycare provider there is a wide age range of kids at my house all the time. I am very aware of what they play with and use (or out the door it goes).
You are going to learn about amazing birthday gift ideas for kids ranging in age from 1 year old to 10, which can be given at other events like Christmas too.
After you check out all of these birthday gift ideas for kids, I know you will find the perfect present for your birthday kiddo!
Let's jump into the birthday gift ideas for kids they will love and use.
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Best Birthday Gift Ideas For Kids
1 Year Old
1. Bubble Lawn Mower
This bubble lawn mower is where it is at.
Your little one will walk countless miles with this.
Our bubble-blowing part stopped working about 3 years ago and it is still taken out every time we are outside.
2. Cozy Coupe
Oh man, if you have more than 1 kiddo be prepared to help them take turns.
All kids love riding in the Cozy Coupe.
I love that they are getting exercise, especially when they take it through the grass.
3. Busy Zoo
The Busy Zoo is a great toy to play with for years to come.
My kids and daycare kids have it out every single day and there is always a crowd around it.
4. LeapFrog 100 Words Books
Your 1-year-old's vocabulary is about to explode. Help him to learn loads of new words with this 100 Words Book.
There are multiple versions, and since I do daycare, we have these.
5. Stacking Cups
Your toddler will be able to build a tower, nestle these cups together, and even take them in the bathtub.
I am not sure what it is about these stacking cups that make them so fascinating but they are played with every day!
And you guys, they are cheap – score!
Best Birthday Gift Ideas For Kids
2 Year Old
6. Vtech Tablet
This tablet helps your kiddo with letter sounds, recognition, making music, and so much more.
We got this, gosh I think it was 6 years ago now, and it is used almost every day. Money well spent.
My 5-year-old loves to take it in the car.
7. Play Kitchen
You are going to see your birthday girl’s imagination explode with this play kitchen. It is small enough to be just her size but big enough to have others play with her.
Don’t forget about some extra play food.
8. Car Ramp
We have an older version of this car ramp, but the 2–5-year-olds love it!
And it isn’t just for the boys, girls get right in there and play with this too.
9. Sandbox Toys
Kids and sand, they love playing in it.
We have a huge sandbox which means lots of toys.
The sandbox toys I see the kids play with the most are these.
10. Splash Pad
Now that your birthday boy has a bit more balance, let him have a blast with this splash pad.
It is a great way for him to cool off on those hot summer days, and it doesn't take as much water like a pool.
Get the big one, your little one is going to grow!
Best Birthday Gift Ideas For Kids
3 Year Old
11. Tent
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Boys and girls love using their imagination. These 2 tents will help them do just that.
These tents make for a perfect fort, relaxing space, and reading nook for your 3-year-old birthday kiddo.
We have the princess one, and let me tell you, the boys are shy about getting in it to play. Can’t be left out, you know.
13. Basketball Set
This basketball set will be an absolute hit with your birthday boy or girl.
It is so durable, and believe me, this thing gets used and has been knocked over multiple times.
14. Building Blocks
There is something about Legos that everyone loves.
Start your 3-year-old out with a set of Mega Bloks or Duplo Legos. Both fit little hands just right.
15. Dress Up Clothes
Boys and girls love playing dress-up and there are a ton of fun options out there.
These are my top picks for boy dress-ups and girl dress-ups.
Best Birthday Gift Ideas For Kids
4 Year Old
16. Magnet Blocks
Holy Moly!!! If you haven’t seen magnet blocks yet, just trust me and get them.
My 9-year-old son has 3 sets, got them when he was 4, and they have been played with every day we have been home.
I just vacuumed around the latest magnet block creation.
Don’t cheap out on these, they aren’t strong and won’t last.
17. LCD Writing Tablet
Your 4-year-old will have so much fun with this writing tablet. It will help her draw pictures and write.
As she gets older, it makes great scratch paper while doing homework!
All 4 of my kids have one, and I reach to use them often.
18. Board Games
Games are a fun and interactive way for your birthday boy to learn.
You can go wrong with our favorites – Hi Ho Cherry–O, Candy Land, and Let’s Go Fishing.
19. Camera
Boys and girls will love getting this camera for their birthday.
It can hold tons of pictures, can take selfies, and it is durable. You know it is going to get dropped.
Be ready to strike your best poses.
20. Hot Wheels Garage
This car garage is so fun and will be used for years to come.
I have 3 boys and the older 2 never shy away from playing with this when my youngest one asks them to.
Best Birthday Gift Ideas For Kids
5 Year Old
21. Legos
Here is where Lego mania can start to come in hot for boys and girls.
The best Legos for a 5-year-old are the classic Legos.
Their imagination can start to take off when they get to build with these. I have seen cars, football players, houses, and more.
22. Stomp Rocket
This stomp rocket is a blast for kids.
They will never tire of bringing it out and trying to beat how high the rockets can soar.
Don’t be shy about trying out this amazing stomp rocket for yourself.
It is a good time.
23. Barbie
I know this is just for the girls but I have to include it!
Hours upon hours of fun for your little girl, Barbie and the Barbie House.
We were bold and went for the big Mama-Jama and I am so glad we did.
24. Cars
And here is a little something for the boys, cars!
With 3 boys, we have cars everywhere.
My kids and daycare kids are fairly gentle with the toys but these cars get used and they are durable!
25. Rainbow Scratch Art
Every kiddo I have seen use this paper can’t get enough of it. It is just fun.
You know you love using rainbow scratch art paper as much as kids do! I do love it too.
Best Birthday Gift Ideas For Kids
6 Year Old
26. Walkie Talkies
Kids go bananas over walkie talkies.
If you are going to go with these, I recommend the grown-up version of them, my son has these!
They are so much nicer and will last forever!
27. Light Up Tracing Pad
It is around 6 that I have seen drawing with kids really take off.
This light-up tracing pad is amazing. It helps to build drawing confidence.
Since it lights up and is light, it can be brought in the car too. Makes long car trips more fun.
28. National Geographic Earth Science Kit
Watch a little scientist be born with this science kit.
Since I do daycare, we have a science experiment day every week during the summer and my kids can’t get enough of them!
They tell me science is their favorite activity to do.
29. Slime
A slime kit makes for a great activity on a lazy afternoon.
Your birthday kiddo is going to have so much fun making and then playing with this slime.
It lasts for a long time too, if you store it properly.
30. Board Games
Your birthday kiddo will love playing games if you play with him.
With 4 kids we have a ton of board games, like over 50 but who’s counting.
These games are the ones that my kids want to play the most.
Best Birthday Gift Ideas For Kids
7 Year Old
31. Fashion Plates
If you have a little fashionista in your midst, these fashion plates are the perfect gift for her.
My daughter got them when she was 6 and still plays with them. She is 11 now.
Colored pencils work fine for coloring in the designs but glitter gel pens will take her creations to a whole new level. 
32. Football
This football is great for any kiddo, we have 3 of them.
I love them since you never have to pump it up.
33. Microphone
Your kiddo will have a blast singing all his favorite songs with this Bluetooth microphone.
The music plays through the microphone and it charges with a USB.
My daughter has one and we use it all the time. Her brothers always want a turn.
34. Nerf Guns
Oh, nerf guns – I love you but not all the time. Like when you were powerful enough to break one of my picture frames 
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BUT, kids have an amazing time with you so I will keep you around.
These are the best nerf guns for the cost.
35. Guess in 10
This is a fun game that she can play at home or on the go.
There are also multiple versions of it so when she memorizes 1, you can challenge her with a whole new game.
Best Birthday Gift Ideas For Kids
8 Year Old
36. Cookbooks
I don’t know how it is with your kiddo, but any time I am in the kitchen my kids want to help. And why not let them, it is a necessary skill for life!
Cookbooks make a great, out-of-the-box, gift for any 8-year-old. Baking books do too!37. Gravity Maze
One round of Gravity Maze and your kiddo will be hooked on this challenging game.
It comes with 60 challenge cards, and you guys some of them take some brain power to figure out!
38. 12 in 1 Robot
This little robot is so cool! As the name says, it can change into 12 different robots.
It is solar-powered and can go on land and in the water.
A must-have toy if your kiddo is into STEM.
39. Remote Control Car
All 3 of my boys have this remote-control car and they are loving it. It can be used inside and out.
What I like best is that it is rechargeable.
40. Books
Encourage the love of reading by updating the library for your birthday boy and girl.
These books are fan favorites and will be read for years to come.
They all come in a series so there are many to choose from.
Best Birthday Gift Ideas For Kids
9 Year Old
41. Experiences
Your kiddo is getting older now and doesn’t need as much stuff so why not try the gift of an experience or 2?
My kids love the Green Bay Packers, so last year we took them to the Packer Hall of Fame and Field Tour.
They ask all the time when we can go back.
42. Legos
I know I mentioned Legos before but they are on this list multiple times for good reason, kids love them.
There are so many challenging kits out there for boys and girls.
43. Pokémon Cards and Binder
If your kiddo is into Pokémon, he can never have enough Pokémon cards.
And to help keep those cards looking top-notch, this large binder is dynamite!
Let me know in the comments below if you know what you are supposed to do with Pokémon cards besides studying them and trying to figure out the correct pronunciation. Because that is what happens at my house.
44. Bike
I am sure your kiddo grew over the last year and may have grown right out of his bike.
Time to upgrade so she can keep on exercising.
45. Fishing Gear
Is your kiddo as nuts about fishing as mine are? Then help build some gear for it.
The possibilities are endless here with fishing poles, tackle boxes, and fishing tackle.
These are some of our favorites. We mostly fish Northern Pike, Sunfish (panfish), and Crappies.
Best Birthday Gift Ideas For Kids
10 Year Old
46. Lessons
I am sure you have noticed that your birthday kiddo is on the go more with activities than before.
Help them hone their favorite activity skills with some lessons as a birthday gift.
Some examples could be music lessons, sports lessons, or if you are like my daughter – horse riding lessons.
Not as exciting as a gift to give but if they are into something, they will love getting this gift.
47. Stationery Kit
This is more a gift for her, a stationery kit.
My daughter and her friends are so into writing letters these days.
And really, what kiddo doesn’t love getting snail mail! You never know, you may even get mail from her.
48. Laser Tag
What a fun way to get some exercise! LASER TAG!
Boys and girls will have a blast running around with this game.
It is even better in the dark.
Watch out for those low tripping obstacles, ouch. I may have personal experience with a few.
49. Dart Board
This dart board is a great boredom buster. I can hear my kids playing with it often.
You are going to love that it is magnetic, which means no holes in your walls.
50. Game Table
Help keep your 10-year-old up and active with this Game Table Set.
There are different versions to choose from, some more space-saving than others.
My kids gravitate toward this every time they have friends over.
51. Nintendo Switch
The Nintendo Switch is a great option for a video game console. Since it can be played on your tv or taken on the road, it is the best of both worlds.
Our favorite game right now is Super Mario Bros.
This post was all about the best birthday gift ideas for kids ages 1-10.
Let me know in the comments below what gifts you found for your birthday kiddo, it is one of my favorite things to hear about.
I look forward to hearing from you and thanks for stopping by.