Finding the best toys and gift ideas in this rapidly changing world can be a struggle.
So many options and so little time.
We took the liberty of taking some of the work out of it for you to make gift picking a little easier.
Preschoolers and educational toys go hand-in-hand, literally. Board games, problem-solving puzzles, STEM toys, books, stickers, and even Lego building blocks are all great ways for boys to learn while they enjoy playtime.
Learning toys and learning resources will help your four year old grow, expand, become more independent, and ready for those school days that are around the corner.
4-year-old boys are full of energy and curiosity and we totally understand why. This world is an extremely exciting place with so many things to do.
So, we give you 15 of the best toys and best gifts for 4-year-old boys in 2020!
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Our Top Pick | Our Top Pick | Melissa & Doug’s Star Diner Restaurant
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Educational Insights Design & Drill Activity Center
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My Little Pony Guardians of Harmony: Spike The Dragon
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Kiddy's Knights Castle Play Tent
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Fun Little Toys: Pet Care & Veterinary Play Set
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Our Overall #1 Rated Pick
(updated as of 06/26/2020)
- Encourages interactive imaginative play
- Sparks the imagination
- Adorable set
Why BabySchooling Digs It
Melissa and Doug toys are designed to inspire engagement and interaction. The Star Diner Restaurant set, is bringing the ‘50’s back.
The retro pretend play diner has a little kitchen space on one side and a booth table with two seats on the other.
It’s a great gift for little boys and girls that like to role play. You never know it might spark the little chef inside them.
In addition to this diner set you could also purchase the Melissa and Doug 41-piece restaurant playset.
This specific set includes the play center with tables and seating, the chef’s area includes realistic burners with dials, an extra-large oven, two-shelf refrigerator, pretend shake machine, and at the dining area, there is a pretend jukebox with a coin slot and coin.
Top 15 Best Toys and Gift Ideas for 4-Year-Old Boys
Short on time? We understand. Check out this quick overview of our favorite gift ideas for 4-year-old boys.
- Melissa & Doug’s Star Diner Restaurant
- Educational Insights Design & Drill Activity Center
- My Little Pony Guardians of Harmony: Spike The Dragon
- Kiddy's Knights Castle Play Tent
- Fun Little Toys: Pet Care & Veterinary Play Set
- Melissa & Doug: Plush Owl
- DC Comics Batman Umbrella
- Disney Mickey Mouse Fleece Hoodie
- Fisher-Price DIY Tool Belt
- Cute Stone: Color Changing Kitchen Sink Set
- Little Tikes Cozy Pumper
- Lego DUPLO - Disney's Mickey Racer Kit
- Green Toys: Car Carrier Vehicle Set
- Little Tikes Easy Score Basketball Set
- Spooktacular Creations: Ninja Deluxe Costume
The Best Toys and Gift Ideas for 4-Year-Old Boys Reviewed
Why BabySchooling Digs It
Melissa and Doug toys are designed to inspire engagement and interaction. The Star Diner Restaurant set, is bringing the ‘50’s back.
The retro pretend play diner has a little kitchen space on one side and a booth table with two seats on the other.
It’s a great gift for little boys and girls that like to role play. You never know it might spark the little chef inside them.
In addition to this diner set you could also purchase the Melissa and Doug 41-piece restaurant playset.
This specific set includes the play center with tables and seating, the chef’s area includes realistic burners with dials, an extra-large oven, two-shelf refrigerator, pretend shake machine, and at the dining area, there is a pretend jukebox with a coin slot and coin.
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This is the perfect Christmas or birthday gift idea for boys and girls that like building and creating things.
The Educational Insights Design and Drill Activity Center can help strengthen hand-eye coordination skills, dexterity, focus, fine motor skills ,and even memory.
The set includes 120 chunky plastic bolts, a reversible drill, a screwdriver, a combination wrench, two drill bits, and 20 activity cards. The cards contain pictures of patterns that create objects for, example, a rocket ship.
The child has to match the colored bolts to the ones on the card and then drill them into the drill board to create the picture they see.
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Spike the dragon might not be a little pony but he sure is an awesome dragon.
Whether you’re looking for a gift for a little guy that likes the My Little Pony Show or just dragons, this makes an awesome choice.
Spike is made out of plastic and he comes with a Little Spike figure, 2 pieces of armor, 3 fireball projectiles, a badge, and instruction. The saddle has space for a Guardians of Harmony pony friend but it is sold separately.
Spike roars and makes stomping sounds. The fireballs can be shot out of his mouth, his eyes light up and Little Spike just adds to the imaginative fun.
It’s one cool dragon!
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This is a really cute play tent for kids who love castles and knights. The tent has room for more than one child because…playing alone can get boring.
It measures 53-inch height and 40-inch diameter so there’s room for a few kids and some toys.
This play tent comes with some bonus items; a sword and shield! The Knights Castle tent can be used indoors and outdoors however it isn’t waterproof so it should be taken down when it’s not being used outside.
The easy pop-up feature makes it a breeze to get it set up and the carrying case is convenient for carrying and storage.
For use outdoors they’ve made sure to include secure ground stakes to keep it from blowing away in the wind. Two mesh windows keep the fresh air flowing and there’s even a roll up flap as the door.
It provides a little hide away for little ones to take the space they might want or need.
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The Pet Care PlaySet is a portable puppy vet clinic with a carrier. A lot of kids might ask for a pet at one time or another.
Could be a dog, moose, or even a unicorn who knows but it’s bound to happen.
This is a fun way for kids to cultivate empathy, build social skills, and learn the simple basics and care needed to have an animal, keep it happy, and healthy.
The set includes a plush puppy, an animal carrier, a food and water dish, veterinary tools, a collar, and toy grooming tools. There is also a paw printed tote bag too.
All of the toys and accessories can be stored in the puppy’s carrier for easy storage and taking along for fun.
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Are you looking for a Christmas or birthday gift for a Harry Potter fan or maybe just a kid who’s into animals and owls?
This plush owl is beautiful and pretty life-like. It’s decorative touch can add some awesomeness to their room, it’s cuddly and soft too.
The owl is 17-inches tall and stuffed with soft stuffing. The attention to detail could make some do a double take after seeing it.
It is beautiful and would make a great gift for animal and nature lovers. The design and material used to make the talons makes it so the owl can stand alone and even be perched on a child’s arm.
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Know a Batman Fan? This kid’s umbrella is lightweight, durable, and totally awesome.
It’s a black polyester, 8-section umbrella featuring Batman and the logo from the Warner Bros DC Comics.
The rim of the umbrella has yellow safety caps that add to the style, the clamshell handle has a Batman logo on it with a black nylon carrying cord and a black velcro strap. Kids will be excited to see the rain just to use this umbrella.
The child safety designed umbrella is really easy to open and close to avoid little fingers getting pinched. The rod is durable and lightweight and all you have to do to clean it is wipe it off with a damp cloth.
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There’s just something incredibly cute about seeing little kids in a pull over hoodie! Is that just us?
The Disney Mickey Mouse Hoodie is 100% polyester fleece making it extremely comfortable and cozy. The ribbed cuffs and waist give it a more comfortable and secure fit to keep them warm.
There are two color and style options available. It would make a great Christmas present and it comes in various sizes.
It’s durable enough to handle the outdoors and rough and tumble play while keeping the kids warm and cozy. It is unisex and the sizes run up to an 8.
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This role play pretend tool belt with tools is a great way to get kids imaginations going.
Pretend play is an important part of early childhood development.
The fabric tool belt has plastic compartments that holds all of the tools and there’s even space for a donut.
You read that right, the tool bet also comes with a soft donut and a spot to carry it.
The set comes with a soft measuring tape that really works, a plastic saw, hammer, and screwdriver. Of course, the pretend donut. Your little one will be practicing numbers, counting, and measuring skills on top of letting those imaginations soar.
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This simulation sink set is completely functional and it helps kids learn how to do chores like dishes. The dishes actually change color when they’re washed due to the use of warm water.
They turn white when they are under warm water and then return to their natural color when they cool back off.
Responsibility is a big part of independence and at this age kids are always searching for independence and a sense of freedom.
The set comes with one sink, one base, two cups, two plates, a faucet, a washing brush, a bottle of pretend detergent, and utensils. There’s also a dish strainer!
It’s best to be played outdoors because kids and water… need we say more? Fill the water storage space, turn on the faucet, and have some scrubbing bubble fun with your kiddos.
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The Cozy Pumper by Little Tikes is a great Christmas or birthday gift for kids that love cars and/or racing.
Who knew the movie cars would have kis wanting to learn how to pump gas?
The Cozy Pumper looks like a real gas pump minus the silly happy eyes. There are three weather-proof fuel buttons that make six fun sounds.
There is a built-in credit card machine and a place to swipe fake cards.
It’s a great addition for kids that have Little Tikes cars because they almost always have the little gas tank area. It’s a great way to get little ones to become engaged in pretend play.
Put it close to their outdoor playhouse where they park their play cars and they will love it!
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Lego DUPLO and Disney came together to bring kids the Mickey Racer Kit. It features a buildable roadster and comes with a Mickey racer figure, a gas pump, and a finish line.
It only has 15 pieces but if they have other Lego brand Legos they can be played with together.
Playing with building blocks can improve hand-eye coordination, build pincer muscles in the hands, strengthen dexterity, and so much more. This is one of the smaller sets. It's nice for Mickey fans and car lovers.
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Green Toys is an environmentally-friendly toy company that designs and creates incredible toys that leave less of a negative impact on the planet.
The Car Carrier set comes with a car hauler and a few different cars to haul.
It is made using recycled milk jugs and is incredibly durable. They made sure to create toddler tough toys for toddlers.
Your little one will be working on their fin and gross motor skills, practicing counting, and using their imagination as they pick-up and drop off cars.
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Shooting hoops is a great way to stay active, learn and practice numbers, and build skills such as hand-eye coordination.
The hoop is portable and it comes with three toddler size balls making it easy to use and score points.
The base can be filled with sand or water to make the hoop more sturdy and stable. It makes it harder for kids to drag it around and keeps them safe.
The adjustable height settings allow it to grow with your child and if you have smaller kids you can bring it down to their level.
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Boys love to dress up as some of their favorite characters and not only on Halloween.
The Spooktacular Creations Ninja Deluxe Costume allows little ones to transform into a ninja any day of the week.
Kids love the accessories and the fake muscles. It can be ordered in various sizes but there are no color or styles available for this costume.
Some little guy is going to have a blast and feel the part the next time they get into their ninja pretend play. Something about these costumes gets kids motivated to shut off those tablets and exercise.
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Our Top Pick: Melissa & Doug’s Restaurant
Melissa and Doug toys are designed to inspire engagement and interaction. The Star Diner Restaurant set, is bringing the ‘50’s back.
The retro pretend play diner has a little kitchen space on one side and a booth table with two seats on the other.
It’s a great gift for little boys and girls that like to role play. You never know it might spark the little chef inside them.
In addition to this diner set you could also purchase the Melissa and Doug 41-piece restaurant playset.
Final Thoughts On Best Toys & Gift Ideas For 4-Year-Old Boys
Boys and girls love to create, build, design, have fun, laugh, and learn. The top 15 toys and gift ideas on this list should help you along the way while you look for that enchantingly perfect gift for that little four year old boy.
We are sure you might find something they’ll love!
Some of the best gifts are the ones we didn't realize they'd like so much. Some little boys like stomp rockets and scooters others favorites might be Paw Patrol and learning resources.
Outdoors toys, indoor toys, interactive, educational, building toys, are just some types of the best toys for 4 year old boys.