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30 Best Toys for 5-Year-Old-Boys

Teddy Booth
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Teddy Booth
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Teddy Booth
Teddy is a big kid at heart and a self-confessed geek who loves all things LEGO, Nintendo and RC (drones included). His mission is to find toys that kids will treasure, so that is why he spends A LOT of time curating the perfect list of toys and games that include options for everyone without putting kids inside boxes.
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5-year-old boys are superheroes. They’re fire chiefs. They’re bakers, forest rangers, artists, and scientists. They’re BATMAN. They’re always Batman. They can be whatever their imagination allows them to be, so their toys need to be good enough to help them live out their dreams.

That’s why we’ve created this list of the 30 best toys for 5-year-olds that you can buy in 2021. From DUPLO forests to sandboxes and building blocks, from dinosaurs to robots. And of course, Batman. It’s got everything boys love and need to keep them happy, active, and even teach them a few things along the way.

We’ve done our research and ruled out any fake online reviews so these recommendations are ones you can trust. These are great quality toys that won’t let you down.

Don’t let gender get in the way of finding the best toy, be sure to also check out our guide to the best toys for 5 year old girls in 2021.

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LEGO duplo 10584 Park Forest
KidKraft Wooden Backyard Sandbox with Built-in Corner Seating and Mesh Cover, Kid's Outdoor Furniture, Honey, Gift for Ages 2-8
What Should Danny Do? (The Power to Choose Series)
Pros
A timeless classic that will last for years
Sturdy and durable construction that will last
Great for developing social and emotional skills
Cons
Lego Duplo can be very expensive
Sand and sand toys are not included
Stories could be longer
Price
$119.99
$113.67
$11.11
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LEGO duplo 10584 Park Forest
Pros
A timeless classic that will last for years
Cons
Lego Duplo can be very expensive
Price
$119.99
More information
Best Quality Option
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KidKraft Wooden Backyard Sandbox with Built-in Corner Seating and Mesh Cover, Kid's Outdoor Furniture, Honey, Gift for Ages 2-8
Pros
Sturdy and durable construction that will last
Cons
Sand and sand toys are not included
Price
$113.67
More information
Best Budget Option
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What Should Danny Do? (The Power to Choose Series)
Pros
Great for developing social and emotional skills
Cons
Stories could be longer
Price
$11.11
More information

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