Top 60 Trending Gifts for 4-Year-Old Boys

As a mom of a 4-year-old boy, I know how hard it is to pick the right gifts.

My son likes different toys each week. One day, he wants to be a scientist, and the next day, he wants to be an artist.

I spent hours looking for good gifts. So, I made this list to help other parents.

Here are 60 gifts that 4-year-old boys really enjoy.

I’ve grouped them by type – from learning toys to books.

Each one helps your child grow and learn while having fun.

Educational Gifts for 4-Year-Old Boy

1. Learning Resources Coding Critters teaches basic coding skills with simple commands that make toy animals move and react.
2. Mag-Genius Magnet Tiles lets kids build different shapes and structures, helping them learn about shapes and spatial thinking.
3. Melissa & Doug Classic Card Game Set helps kids learn numbers, match, and take turns through fun card games.
4. VTech Smart Shots Sports Arena combines physical activity with counting and scoring, making math learning active and fun.
5. LeapFrog LeapPad Academy Tablet offers educational games and apps that teach letters, numbers, and basic concepts.
6. Mini Muffin Phonics Activity Set makes learning letters and sounds fun with a hands-on muffin-themed approach.
7. Osmo – Genius Starter Kit for iPad turns screen time into interactive learning with physical pieces that work with apps.
8. Pretend & Play Calculator Cash Register teaches counting and basic math through store play scenarios.
9. Hape Dynamo Wooden Domino Set builds hand-eye skills and basic physics understanding through domino chain reactions.
10. Learning Resources Pretend & Play Doctor Set teaches body parts and caring behaviors through medical role-play.

Role Play Gifts

11. Melissa & Doug Super Smile Dentist Kit helps kids feel more comfortable about dental visits through play with toy dental tools.
12. Casdon Dyson Ball Toy Vacuum encourages helping with housework using a realistic mini version of a popular vacuum.
13. Melissa & Doug Scoop & Serve Ice Cream Counter teaches basic counting and social skills while playing ice cream shop.
14. Little Tikes Princess Cozy Coupe gives kids the freedom to steer their own car and pretend they’re driving around town.
15. Barbie Skipper’s First Job Target Doll introduces kids to shopping and working in stores through fun play scenarios.
16. Playmobil Pirate Ship sparks the imagination with sea adventures and treasure hunting through detailed pirate figures.
17. Klein Toy Tools Workshop lets kids copy grown-up repair tasks with safe, child-sized versions of common tools.
18. Play-Doh Kitchen Creations Set promotes creativity as kids make pretend meals and practice basic kitchen activities.
19. Melissa & Doug Wooden Animal Play Set encourages storytelling and learning about animals through wooden figures.
20. Toyk Dinosaur World Road Race combines racing excitement with dinosaur fun for action-filled playtime.

Activity Based Gifts

21. Stomp Rocket Jr. Glow gets kids moving as they jump and stomp to send light-up foam rockets flying high.
22. Little Tikes Easy Store 3-Foot Trampoline provides safe bouncing exercise with a handle for support and stability.
23. Step 2 Pirate Ship Sand & Water Table combines water play and sand activities for hands-on sensory fun.
24. VTech KidiBeats Drum Set helps develop musical skills and hand coordination through drumming and rhythm games.
25. Little Tikes Climber and Swing Set offers multiple ways to stay active with climbing, sliding, and swinging.
26. Nerf N-Strike Elite Disruptor Blaster encourages active play with soft foam darts for safe target practice.
27. Radio Flyer All-Terrain Wagon makes outdoor walks more fun while building strength through pulling and pushing.
28. Stomp Rocket Original teaches cause and effect while kids use physical energy to launch rockets skyward.
29. T-ball Set by Franklin Sports introduces baseball basics and helps develop hand-eye coordination for young players.
30. Kidoozie Hop & Squeak Pogo Jumper builds balance and leg strength through bouncing play with squeaky sound effects.

STEM Gifts for Kids

31. Learning Resources Gears! Gears! Gears! Builder’s Building Setteaches basic mechanical concepts as kids connect and spin colorful gears.
32. VTech Switch & Go Dino Turbo shows simple machines and transformation concepts while switching between car and dinosaur modes.
33. Lego Duplo My First Number Train combines building skills with number recognition using big, easy-to-handle blocks.
34. Osmo – Creative Starter Kit for iPad mixes physical objects with digital learning for an interactive STEM experience.
35. K’NEX 100-Piece Building Set lets kids create machines and structures while learning basic engineering concepts.
36. Educational Insights Nancy B’s Science Club Bug Discovery Kitintroduces basic biology concepts through hands-on bug observation.
37. Tinker Toy 100-Piece Set supports early engineering skills as kids build structures with rods and connectors.
38. Snap Circuits Jr. Electronics Exploration Kit teaches basic electrical concepts through safe, snap-together circuit pieces.
39. Smart Lab Toys – Smart Circuits make learning about electricity fun with light-up projects and simple experiments.
40. ThinkFun Zingo Bingo Game builds pattern recognition and matching skills through an engaging number game.

Art and Craft Gifts for 4 Year Old Boy

41. Crayola Tie-Dye Chalk Eggs allows kids to draw colorful patterns on sidewalks and driveways with easy-grip chalk.
42. Ooly Chunkies Mess-Free Paint Sticks make painting simple and clean with twist-up sticks that work like crayons.
43. Crayola 5-in-1 Dinosaur Creativity Kit combines dinosaur fun with different art materials for varied creative activities.
44. Spirograph Drawing Kit teaches simple geometry as kids make pretty patterns with wheels and gears.
45. Kid Made Modern Craft Kit includes basic art supplies and materials for many different creative projects.
46. ALEX Toys Craft My First Sewing Kit teaches basic sewing with child-safe needles and simple projects.
47. Play-Doh 36-Pack Case of Colors offers many color options for making shapes and mixing new shades.
48. Melissa & Doug Scratch Art Color Reveal Pads create rainbow pictures by scratching designs into special black paper.
49. Fisher-Price DoodlePro MagnaBoard lets kids draw and erase repeatedly with a magnetic pen for endless drawing fun.
50. Kid’s Scissors & Cutting Skills Set helps develop hand control with safe scissors and fun cutting activities.

Books as Gifts for 4-Year-Old Boy

51. “The Sour Grape” by Jory John & Pete Oswald teaches kids about handling feelings and forgiveness through a grumpy grape’s story.
52. “Knight Owl” by Christopher Denise shows how small friends can be brave through a tiny owl’s quest.
53. “The Three Billy Goats Gruff” by Mac Barnett & Jon Klassentells a classic tale with new humor for modern kids.
54. “Being a Dog: A Tail of Mindfulness” by Maria Gianferrari & Pete Oswald teaches staying calm through a puppy’s daily activities.
55. “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” by Eric Carle uses bright pictures to teach counting and changes in nature.
56. “Where the Wild Things Are” by Maurice Sendak follows Max’s magical night-time trip to meet wild creatures.
57. “Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!” by Mo Willems makes kids laugh while learning to say “no” to silly requests.
58. “Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes” by Eric Litwin & James Dean shows staying happy when things change.
59. “The Day the Crayons Quit” by Drew Daywalt makes colors come alive as they share their feelings about being used.
60. “Goodnight Moon” by Margaret Wise Brown helps kids calm down at bedtime with gentle words and soft pictures.

Conclusion

I hope this list helps you find the perfect gift for your 4-year-old boy.

These toys and books are tested and loved by real kids.

They mix fun with learning, which is exactly what growing minds need.

Whether your child loves building things, making art, or reading stories, you’ll find something here.

Remember, the best gift is one that matches your child’s interests.

Pick what fits your little one’s personality, and watch them learn through play.