20 Best Toys for 4-Year-Old Girls 2024

By the time your little girl is 4 years old, she should have reached a milestone where she enjoys running, jumping, swinging, climbing, and kicking stuff with ease. And very soon, if not already, she can stand on one foot for more than 9 seconds. But what does all this tell you? Her idea of fun is transforming and so is her choice of toys.

You want to make sure your little girl gets the best because toys can do more than entertain. We have created this guide to help you identify the best age-appropriate toys for 4-year-old girls.

A Guide to the Best Toys for 4-Year-Old Girls

The urge to please friends, make independent choices, and have their way is a normal behavior in 4-year-olds. Therefore, try to base your choice of toys for your child on the overall value of the product, and not just on her demands or the need to get her what her friends have got. Consider the following points as a guide to help you make the best decision.

Age-Appropriate

Age-appropriate toys are generally manufactured with certain levels of child-safety in mind. No matter how appealing a toy might be, you need to consider the age-appropriateness of the toy for your child. Ignoring this factor may cost your family a lot more than the cash spent to purchase the toys.

Also, age-appropriate toys should fit your child’s developmental abilities. All the toys that made this list are age-appropriate toys, though some, like the Seckton Upgrade Kids Selfie Camera, can keep entertaining your little girl for years to come.

Health and Wellness

Some toys are designed with children’s health as the main focus, while others focus on other benefits such as creativity. You should consider the impact of toys on your child’s physical and mental health. Toys like the Flybar My First Foam Pogo Jumper for Kids that help kids develop better balance, coordination, dexterity, cardiovascular health, and even beat obesity, are a good choice. Just as important are toys that are made with non-toxic materials for additional user safety.

Educational

Educational toys will challenge your child to think! That’s the goal of educational toys. Some toys are STEM toys because they are designed to introduce the young ones to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Educational toys can also help preschoolers gain foundational experience about the world around them, and learn how to interact with others and deal with nature. The wonderful thing is that toys can educate children with playful methods.

Creativity

We highly recommend toys that spark creativity and imagination. The good news is that many creative toys also help kids develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination because they are often designed to be hands-on toys. Check out the Osmo – Little Genius Starter Kit for iPad as a prime example of such a toy.

Now that you know what to consider in a toy for your 4-year-old girl, let’s take a look at the best options on the market.

Top 20 Best Toys for 4-Year-Old-Girls 2024

1. Gili Pop Beads Jewelry Making Kit

For Ages 4-7
Why it made the list The pink carrying case is a stylish touch, and the snap-lock design makes the beads easy to use.

The Gili Pop Beads Jewelry Making Kit is an art and craft set for girls. This kit is a perfect gift for young girls who enjoy trying out necklaces, rings, and bracelets. The package includes a pink storage box with 500 bead pieces in various funny and colorful shapes and sizes. The snap-lock design means the beads easily lock together with no need for strings or threads. Making their own jewelry can help little girls develop fine motor skills as they learn a valuable craft.

Locking and detaching the bead pieces is easy with the snap-lock design whether they are crafting a ring, a necklace, bracelet, or Christmas décor. The storage box is roomy and can also be used as a pink little carrying case for convenient transportation.

This playset is a big hit for girls and we love that it stimulates creativity while kids play with them. It offers little girls the creative freedom to be inventive.

2. Flybar My First Foam Pogo Jumper

For Ages 3+
Why it made the list This pogo jumper comes with eleven colors to choose from and is much sturdier than similar brands.

As far as we know, Flybar makes the best beginners’ pogo jumpers. The stick is made with durable materials and can support weights of up to 250 lbs. This toy is a hit with kids; they love it.

The popular complaint about the Flybar pogo jumper is the squeaky sound. While the sounds add to the excitement for most kids, it’s understandable that some adults think the squeaky sounds drive them crazy. However, you can safely get rid of the squeaky sound without damaging the product by gently pulling it out with a needle-nose plier.

Even without the squeaky sounds, your little girl will have a blast jumping on this toy for hours. It’s a healthy exercise that is also good for balance-training. The handles are adjustable so that the toy can grow with your kid.

Remember that the Flybar pogo jumper is good to go at any time without the need for batteries or electricity charging. All the charging this toy needs is your kid’s extra energy. The toy can be used indoors or outdoors.

3. Melissa & Doug Hi-Rise Wooden Dollhouse

For Ages 3-6
Why it made the list We like that this dollhouse design and decor is gender-neutral. It is also sturdy and large enough for multiple children to play in.

Why should you get your daughter a dollhouse? Because it’s a toy that gives kids an outlet to act out their life experiences, dreams, and fantasies. Kids enjoy playing with dollhouses because they like doing what they see the adults do.

One of the things we love about Melissa & Doug Hi-Rise Wooden Dollhouse is its basic design that does less so that your kid can do more. The set is composed of 6 rooms over 3 levels, an elevator, and a garage (including a car and passengers), all beautifully painted in vibrant colors.

Another highlight of this model is its size. Measuring 7.2 x 23.2 x 27.8 inches and weighing 20 pounds, it is big and sturdy enough for more than one child to play together. The set has no walls so kids can have easy access to their dolls in the various rooms. The dollhouse includes 15 pieces of furniture and three play figures for kids to enjoy.

4. Cubby, the Curious Bear

For Ages 4+
Why it made the list Cubby helps your little girl sleep by playing sleepy sounds and soft music 5 minutes before shutting down when placed on nighttime mode.

This interactive toy is probably the closest (and safest) your little girl will come to playing with a bear cub. Cubby the Curious Bear exhibits realistic and thrilling cub behavior. The cub reacts to sound and motion. He can stand and he can move his head, arms, eyes, ears, nose, and mouth. He also makes plenty of fun sounds, including a sneeze when you blow on his nose.

There are more than a hundred ways Cubby can react to sound, motion, and touch. The Cub hugs you back when you hug him, makes eating sounds when you feed him and babbles back when spoken to. Switch Cubby to the nighttime mode and he closes his eyes and makes sleeping sounds with very realistic facial expressions while playing soft music. If you’re wondering what you should feed Cubby to get him to make eating sounds, there’s a honeycomb-shaped bottle included in the package. A brush to keep the Cub neat and tidy is also provided.

We’re impressed that all other activation points on Cubby are automatically deactivated when he is placed in nighttime mode. That way, kids can cuddle up with him and sleep peacefully without triggering any reactions from the bear cub. On the whole, Cubby is a highly interactive and adorable cub. This is a great toy to encourage the nurturing spirit of your little girl. The fur is so soft and the sounds he makes are cute. As far as interactive stuffed animals go, Cubby the Curious Bear is the best we know.

5. ThinkFun Zingo Sight Words Early Reading Game

For Ages 4-7
Why it made the list The sight words in this game are listed on the Dolch Sight Words List as the most fundamental in reading development.

The ThinkFun Zingo Sight Words Early Reading Game is an improved variation of the original Zingo game. The original Zingo focuses on teaching kids to name objects, but Zingo Sight Words introduces kids to identifying words by sight. With this educational toy from ThinkFun, kids are taught to identify sight words.

Sight words refer to the set of about one hundred words that appear most frequently in our reading and writing. Sight words must be memorized and understood since they are often unable to be represented with pictures. The sight words used in this game complements the list of the most fundamental sight words in reading development. It is a valuable toy to give kids an early introduction to reading. This toy is also praised by special needs teachers as a useful language tool for children with speech problems such as Apraxia and autism.

The game is played like a bingo game but with a chip dispenser that you slide forward to reveal 2 sight words. Every player gets a two-sided Zingo card for two levels of competition. Although the game’s description says it has 72 tiles, there are actually 24 different words (three tiles per word).

The toy also has physical health benefits. Pushing the game piece back into the slot is a bit tricky which helps improve motor skills in children with muscle weakness. The game’s components are made with durable materials providing long-lasting use.

6. Toyvelt Princess Dress-up & Play Shoe and Jewelry Boutique

For Ages 3-12
Why it made the list The shoes are high heels but comfortable for tiny feet. We also like the child-friendly earrings that don’t nip the ears.

Most parents know girls like playing dress-up from around 3 years of age. Playing dress-up helps kids explore real-world ideas and stretch their imagination. The Toyvelt Princess Dress Up & Play Shoe and Jewelry Boutique includes 4 pairs of shoes and fashion accessories (3 bangles, 3 rings, 2 pairs of earrings, and 1 princess tiara crown), and a display storage ox. The shoes are cute and come in different styles and colors. These are the perfect pairs and accessories to complete your little girl’s fairytale princess fantasies.

You may find that the shoes are a little big but it means your girls will use them longer. The shoes are designed to look like “high heels,” but they’re not actually high enough that girls will have difficulty walking in them. Even though they’re made from plastic, the shoes are good quality with hard soles and rubber patches to prevent slipping.

As for the earrings, they are plastic child-friendly clip-ons that are not too tight on the ear lobes. The shoes and accessories come in a nice storage box that can also be used as a pretty display box. The Toyvelt Princess Dress Up & and Jewelry Boutique allows kids to place themselves in a princess’s shoes. By playing dress-up, children place themselves in someone else’s life which helps them develop empathy and confidence.

7. CubicFun Race Tracks Car Adventure Rescue Playset

For Ages 3-8
Why it made the list This toy proves there’s more to driving than adrenaline.

The stereotype is that men love cars but the reality is that girls can love cars too. Who knows, your little girl could be another “Supercar Blondie.” So, ignore the stereotype and get a girl the CubicFun Race Tracks Car Adventure Rescue Playset. But even more important is that this is an excellent educational toy that girls should not miss out on based on gender stereotypes. The toy is a tabletop motor racing set with 8 fun challenges for kids to explore while building fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, creativity, and the concept of cause and effect. The complexity of the racetrack challenges means this playset offers plenty of creative stimulations.

One of the highlights of this racing set is that batteries and electricity are not required to use it, and the set is easy to assemble. Made from non-toxic durable ABS plastic with rounded edges, the kit includes 3 mini cars (a police car, an ambulance, and a fire truck) for kids to play with.

The racetrack is painted with a color combination that stimulates kids’ color perception. Kids can safely play with this toy for hours while learning the power of cooperation, whatever their gender.

8. World of Eric Carle, Around the Farm 30-Button Sound Book

For Ages 3-7
Why it made the list The animal sounds in this book are ultra-realistic.

Around the Farm is an interactive educational book. Eric Carle is an American author who enjoys global popularity because of his many successful illustrated books for children. His book [amazon url="http://www.amazon.com/dp/0399226907″]The Very Hungry Caterpillar[/amazon] has sold more than 40 million copies around the world.

Around the Farm by Eric Carle is a sound book about animals that features a 30-button audio module attached to the book. Each animal illustrated in the book has an accompanying button on the module that when pressed will voice the name of the animal and the sound the animal makes.

This sound book is a beautiful concept and the animal sounds are clear and accurate. Some of the animals depicted in the book have only music, and not an animal sound, but that only happens for the few animals that are naturally silent, such as the caterpillar. The printed illustrations are large and colorful.

Other than the noticeably thin pages, the book is made with premium materials and is sturdy enough to survive drops. Eric Carle’s Around the Farm Sound Book is a fun interactive educational toy that stimulates the imagination and helps children learn new words.

9. ToyVelt My First Piano for Girls

For Ages 2-5
Why it made the list The compact size of this piano makes storage and transport easy.

The first thing you’ll notice about this toy piano is probably its cute design and pink color. Sustained use of a musical instrument such as the piano is beneficial for sensory development. Kids can explore ideas and express their feelings through music.

The growth potentials of practicing the piano are enormous. The Toyvelt piano for girls is designed to give your little girl the agency to expand her mind with music while building gross motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and ear training.

This piano set features a full keyboard that will get your little girl acquainted with the sounds each piano key makes. The black keys don’t work, but that and the stage light feature are justifiable reminders that this set is primarily a toy. There’s also a built-in microphone and an array of instrument modes.

Kids can record songs with the in-built microphone or play along with the piano’s pre-programmed songs. The set is high-quality and is compact-sized for convenient storage plus easy transport. As far as we are concerned, this is the best, most affordable toy piano for 4-year-old girls.

10. Seckton Upgrade Kids Selfie Camera

For Ages 3-9
Why it made the list The selfie feature has a dual-lens configuration so taking selfies is a breeze.

We consider the Seckton Upgrade Kids Selfie Camera as the best value toy camera for kids under 9-years-old. This camera is made with soft plastic that offers a comfortable grip, a shockproof shell that ensures the camera can survive frequent drops, and a compact size that fits perfectly in tiny hands.

There’s no need to worry about batteries, and the camera can be used to take pictures for up to two hours on a full charge. A free USB cable for connecting the camera to your computer and for recharging is included in the package.

This is a great toy that lets kids flex their creative muscles. And what girl wouldn’t love the selfie mode dual-lens configuration? With the dual-lens function, the primary and secondary lenses capture more light while increasing the field of view. This camera is not only for taking still shots. You can also shoot 1080P HD videos and store your stills and video shots in the 32GB micro SD card provided.

This camera has more features that deliver plenty for its low price such as an 8MP camera, a voice recorder, a game to entertain and help kids learn about their device, beautiful optional frames to beautify your shots, and cute sound effects every time you press the big sticker shooting button.

A camera like the Seckton can help kids familiarize themselves with photography concepts like composition and contrast. There’s even a lanyard included in the box so your kid can feel like a proper professional wearing her purple camera around the neighborhood. The camera comes in purple, pink, blue, and orange colors.

11. Disney Princess Dress-up Trunk

For Ages 3-6
Why it made the list The trunk is packed with a variety of Disney princess costumes.

As you can imagine, a trunk-full of pretty Disney clothes and accessories is almost more than a 4-year-old girl can wish for. For most girls, it is indeed a dream come true to be able to dress up as their favorite fairy tale princesses. The dresses are made for 3 to 6-year-old girls and fit sizes 4 to 6. The trunk is a beautiful storage keepsake you might want to keep in the family.

Inside this Disney Princess’s Trunk are 4 top bodices and 3 pull-on skirts. That means you get a blue Cinderella dress (skirt and top), Belle and Snow White dress-up pieces (2 tops and 1 skirt), and a pink Aurora dress (1 top and 1 skirt). You also get 3 bracelets, 3 rings, 1 necklace, 1 choker, 3 headbands, 1 tiara, and a bonus Disney sticker sheet to customize the necklace.

Pair these dresses with any of the Toyvelt Princess Dress Up & Play Shoe and Jewelry Boutique accessories for a complete Disney princess costume. This Disney dress-up trunk has plenty to excite young girls, help them practice social skills, and spark their imaginations. This is a fashion trunk that delivers a variety of princess costumes so there’s no need to buy each costume separately.

12. Brickyard Educational Construction Engineering Building Blocks

For Ages 3-8
Why it made the list This building set is an excellent STEM toy with 75% more pieces than similar brands.

The Brickyard 163-piece construction and engineering building blocks kit has more pieces for your kids to work with than other toy construction brands. Kids will have fun honing their math, science, technology, and engineering skills with this kit. If you want an educational toy that will enhance the creativity of your little girl by challenging them to build robots, cars, animals, and whatever else they imagine, then this is the toy to go for.

The numerous block pieces mean up to six kids can explore their creativity and engineering skills together while gaining valuable experience in teamwork and collaboration. The kit comes with a large full-color guide that contains 42 beginners-to-advanced design templates for your little girl to work with. Not many toys can instruct kids on STEM subjects while helping them build hand-eye coordination, motor skills, logical thinking, and problem-solving skills at the same time.

Aside from the building blocks in this kit are 4 dual-purpose wrenches, a combination wrench, and a child-friendly screwdriver. This product is made with BPA-free, phthalate-free, lead-free, and cadmium-free non-toxic materials. And the company regularly conducts rigorous lab tests to make sure the toys are 100% safe from harmful chemicals. Also, you don’t have to worry about kids cutting themselves with the tools because the tools and block pieces don’t have sharp edges. A storage box for after-play packing is also provided.

13. LP Kids Karaoke Machine

For Ages 3-9
Why it made the list Kids can switch between songs and sound effects by tapping their feet on the base of the stand.

The LP (Little Pretender) Karaoke machine is a big hit for girls. This machine comes with two microphones and an adjustable stand with a lightweight but sturdy base. The stand can be adjusted between 18.5 to 40 inches to match the height of your little girl. The karaoke speaker with its flashing stage lights is located on the base of the stand. The speaker is also detachable, complete with an extractable handle, so that it can be carried separately while singing and moving around.

The base of the stand has foot pedals that produce a thrilling audience ovation sound when tapped. Kids can also switch between songs and sound effects by tapping their feet on the pedals. The two microphones allow your little diva to belt out tunes with the support of a guest singer. Kids can sing along with the machine’s recordings or you can use the AUX port to stream music from mobile devices including iPhones and tablets.

The LP Kids’ Karaoke Machine runs on 4 AAA batteries which are included with your purchase. This is a great musical toy for little girls not only because it helps them be the life of the party, but also because this toy will birth many fond family memories. To help your child explore their musical talents and build confidence, the LP Karaoke Kid’s Karaoke Machine is an excellent choice.

14. VTech Little Apps Tablet

For Ages 2-5
Why it made the list This tablet packs an incredible amount of functions and activities into its kid-friendly design.

Parents often wonder if kids should be allowed to have personal electronic devices. And if so, when is the appropriate age to let kids keep a personal electronic device? Dr. Carolyn Jaynes, a learning designer for Leapfrog Enterprises explained that “by age three, many children are active media users and can benefit from electronic media with educational content. This content often uses strategies such as repeating an idea, presenting images and sounds that capture attention, and using child rather than adult voices for the characters.” The VTech Little App Tablet is such an electronic learning toy.

This tablet is both fun and educational. It is an app-based interactive toy featuring a bear cub named Cody the Smart Cub. Cody will take your little girl on a learning adventure spanning math basics like numbers and the alphabet. Cody will also teach your child about words, piano keys, games, and much more through a progressive beginner to a more advanced level learning approach.

Kids will always brighten at the changing colors of the tablet’s screen. The tablet has 8 engaging activities that kids can learn from through play. We are impressed with the many interactive STEM activities packed into this tablet and yet it costs considerably less than many children’s tablets. The toy is made with durable materials and sports an attractive design.

If you are looking for an excellent STEM tool disguised as a fun toy, we confidently recommend the VTech Little Apps Tablet. You can get this tablet in black or pink.

15. FoxPrint Princess Castle Play Tent

For Ages 2-8
Why it made the list The supporting poles for this tent are made with sturdy shock-corded fiberglass.

The FoxPrint Princess Castle Play Tent is a beautiful children’s tent that transforms any room into a kingdom or a private hideaway for your little girl. The simple design and pink color deliver an eye-catching appeal.

Your little girl will have the freedom to create the world of her imagination with this play tent. The tent has embedded stars that glow in the dark to create that magical atmosphere in any room. This model also has netted windows that let natural light and air inside.

For durability, the poles are made from shock-corded fiberglass that provides the tent with sturdy support. It is easy to assemble and the whole thing folds down into a small bag with a zipper. The tent sports a compact easy-transport design but still provides plenty of room to house kids together with their pets and toys.

It is the perfect tent for your 4-year-old girl whether for use as a play den, hideaway, or quiet reading space.

16. Spelly Straws Interactive Straw

For Ages 2+
Why it made the list This the first drinking straws that help kids learn to spell.

This product is a unique concept that we can’t ignore. These are real and functional reusable interactive drinking straws. Kids will build concentration, patience, and fine motor skills while connecting the straw letters to create up to 300,000 words.

The Spelly Reusable Drinking Straws for Kids also help children sharpen their spelling skills. The Spelly Reusable Straws for Kids are made from BPA-free plastic, making them safe to drink from and easy to clean.

It is unusual to categorize a brand of drinking straws as educational toys, but that’s exactly what the Spelly straws are. They come in 5 fun colors: green, purple, yellow, red, and orange. Your little girl is sure to enjoy the prospect of personalizing every drink with colorful letters.

This set comes with 44 pieces and 4 extensions: including 2 hearts, 2 hashtags, and 4 long ‘sippers.’ They come in vibrant colors and the pieces are easy for little hands to snap together. While the Spelly Straws Reusable Drinking Straws for Kids are not the cheapest straws you can buy, they’re certainly unique and deliver a lot more value than the usual.

17. VTech KidiZoom Smartwatch DX2

For Ages 4-12
Why it made the list This is the smartest children’s watch, period.

With the VTech Kidizoom smartwatch, kids can take pictures, make videos, play educational games, learn to tell time (with its 55 digital and analog customizable watch faces), and much more. Nearly every girl will immediately love the aesthetic design with its bright kid-friendly colors.

You can also download additional games from the VTech Learning Lodge using the included USB cable. The USB cable can also be used to connect the watch to a computer for file uploads and to recharge the battery.

This watch does not support GPS functions, and you cannot place calls or send text messages with it, which is good for the safety and privacy of your little girl. But the watch has an array of educational features including an in-built pedometer for counting steps. While this watch likely won’t survive a submerge in water, it is splash-proof and sweat-proof for everyday use. The highlight of the Kidizoom DX2 is its double cameras, which allow your little girl to take a selfie, where the previous DX only has one. The DX2 also sports a better design and a more durable quality than the DX.

18. Insect Lore Butterfly Growing Kit

For Ages 4-15
Why it made the list This kit gives you the option to order the caterpillars when you are ready.

The Insect Lore Butterfly Garden is a STEM toy that hones the nurturing instinct of your little girl. It is a disservice to call this insect lore a toy because this is a functional butterfly habitat that explores the lifecycle of a life form. A voucher you can use to redeem your caterpillars is included in the box so you and your kid can begin the caterpillar-to-butterfly adventure whenever you are ready.

The tiny caterpillars come in a cup with their food so all you have to do initially is wait. But the caterpillars grow very fast. Every step of the journey, from the first moments they check on the caterpillars’ maturity to their eventual metamorphosis to butterflies, is an educational and nurturing experience for your little one.

This kit guarantees that at least 3 of the 5 caterpillars will become butterflies. An instruction manual for the entire caterpillar-to-butterfly process is also included. You can imagine the amazement your little girl while watching the colorful butterflies that were once tiny larvae take flight.

19. Pomsies Kali Pom Pom Pet

For Ages 1-8
Why it made the list This cutie responds to touch with more than 50 cute sounds.

The Pomises 1978 Kali is an interactive animal that will appeal to the sensory and nurturing instincts of your child. T

his cutie will let your little girl know when it’s hungry, happy, or feeling sleepy by making special sounds or moving its eyes in various fun ways. It reacts to your child’s touch, its eyes light up to display what it’s feeling, and it even features a fun freeze dance mode.

This is a toy that is sure to engage your child’s curiosity for a long time. The twist and lock feature on the creature’s tail allows kids to wear the toy securely on their wrist, backpack, or hair. In addition to playing with this interactive plush animal, your little girl will cherish it as a perfect keepsake accessory.

20. Osmo - Little Genius Starter Kit for iPad

For Ages 3-5
Why it made the list The adjustable skill level of this toy helps your little girl prepare for school while having fun.

The Osmo Little Genius Starter Kit is a fantastic STEM toy that teaches kids problem-solving skills, phonics, and creativity using 4 engaging games they can activate in various iPad apps. Upon downloading the apps, no data or Wi-Fi connection is needed to play the games installed. These days, schools have introduced subjects like coding and robotics to their curriculums and this is a fun device to introduce pre-K kids to the subjects without them even knowing they are learning.

Users have the option of setting the difficulty levels of the game to fit their skill level. This is a much better educational tool for your kids than playing Candy Crush on your tablet; your little girl will develop spatial reasoning and the concept of cause and effect because the toy is designed to trigger what happens on the iPad by what kids do in the real world.

The kit comes with the Osmo Base for iPad, 38 of the silicone sticks and rings, 19 costume packs, 1 silicone mat to protect your table, a stackable storage container, and the downloads for the 4 game apps. The Osmo Little Genius Starter Kit works on all iPad tablets except the 1st Gen, iPad Pro 11-inch, and iPad Pro 12. 9-inch. The minimum required OS is Apple iOS 9.

Now, Let’s Go and Play

We have no doubt you have found the best toys in this guide to get the special 4-year-old girl in your life. That makes us happy because we love toys as much as kids do. So go ahead and get the toys she deserves, and that will help her learn and grow while also having fun.