Best Gifts For 7-Year-Olds 2025

At age 7, many kids begin expanding their understanding of the world around them. “This is a time when you begin to see that information is a kind of currency for kids, and they are often very excited to learn things and to share and demonstrate their knowledge,” says toy expert Chris Byrne. A globe like this gives them the chance to explore independently—an important step in fostering curiosity and a genuine love of learning.

It’s beautiful to watch kids grow up, but it’s also bittersweet. This journal crcaptures a snapshot of who your 7-year-old is right now, asking them to record their likes, dislikes and interests. It helps them discover more about themselves now, and it’ll be a blast to look back on later. Plus, it’s a simple way to sharpen their reading and writing skills. 

Seven-year-olds long to be independent, and the kitchen is a great place to start. With the Little Passports Kitchen Adventures set, they’ll practice cooking while also learning about the region the recipe comes from. It may also be a win for pickier eaters, as kids may be more open to trying new foods when they’ve made them themselves.

Struggling with screen time? Try having your 7-year-old read about being trapped in a video game instead of playing one. The text might be a bit challenging for your child to read on their own, so consider reading a chapter together before bedtime every night.

The Echo Dot Kids has so many fun features for kids—it can play music, audiobooks, games and it can even help kids with their homework. If you’re worried about their access to the internet, you can find some peace knowing that you can set parental controls that set daily limits and filter explicit songs. The parent dashboard also allows you to review their activity.

Snap Circuits sets let kids experiment and explore the basics of electrical engineering. They’ll follow directions to create various projects that complete tasks like turning on a light and spinning a fan. “[These toys] encourage perseverance and trial-and-error thinking, which are important for developing a growth mindset,” says Khan.

This smart connected cube teaches kids how to solve the iconic puzzle via an app. It’s a helpful way to teach kids that technology can be a useful tool to help them accomplish things in their daily lives. Then, the better they get at solving the cube, the less reliant they’ll be on the app.

Kids who enjoy video games will think it’s so cool that they can create their own via Pixicade. They start by creating a drawing, then snap a photo of it—and just like that, it’s transformed into a playable game on their phone or device.

When I showed this pick to my 7-year-old daughter, her eyes lit up. Kids can follow step-by-step directions included in the kit or get creative and make their own eraser designs. “Art-based toys promote emotional expression, fine motor skills and focus,” says Khan. “At age 7, kids are beginning to take pride in detailed work and enjoy seeing a project through to completion.” They’ll love taking these to school to show them off or to offer them as gifts to friends. 

Seven-year-olds have a lot of thoughts and feelings, and they’re also learning to write. A journal is an ideal place for them to get their thoughts out, practice writing or just doodle. And let’s be honest: they’ll love the lock and key.

Though most parents and caregivers don’t love when slime enters the house, there’s no denying that kids love it—7-year-olds included. Sloomoo Institute offers in-person experiences in New York City, Atlanta, Chicago, Houston and Los Angeles, but if you’re not close enough for the full experience, you can still experience their beautiful themed slimes at home.

Bath bombs are a fantastic interactive gift for kids, and as a parent, I like that they’re consumable—meaning once kids use them up, they’re gone. With this kit, kids get to make their own bath bombs—adding a creative twist before tub time.

Working with clay helps kids develop their hand muscles and fine motor skills, which is important as they continue to work on their handwriting. The kit provides a scene that kids “color” in using the clay.

Seven-year-olds are at the perfect age for Legos. Mine just completed a set solo and was incredibly proud of herself. “Fine motor skills are also well-developed [at this age], allowing for more precise and creative play,” says Khan. This truck and helicopter set is a great choice that can be played with long after the building is done. 

My kids really enjoy making their own creations out of Plus Plus blocks, and there are plenty in this kit to get creative or to follow the designs in the book. The storage box also makes it a great toy for travel. 

This Playmobil set has recently become a huge hit with my 7-year-old, who enjoys playing pretend with the people and animals. “Pretend play still holds value at this age—especially when it becomes more structured and story-driven. It helps children practice empathy, problem-solving and social roles,” says Khan who recommends Playmobil sets for this age group.

Stomp Rockets never cease to be mesmerizing. This take on the classic toy launches cars, allowing kids to race or see whose car goes the furthest. Kids love to play with them over and over again to see if they can beat their last record.

Teaching kids to love moving their bodies is so important for their health as they get older. These soccer nets make it easy to set up an impromptu soccer field, either in your backyard or at a local park. “Physical play is crucial for stress regulation, coordination and healthy habits. Toys that combine movement and fun can also improve focus and emotional regulation,” says Khan.

A lot of 7-year-olds already have bikes and scooters, but not many have a crazy cart to ride around in. Kids can drift, spin and ride on the Razor Crazy Cart Shuffle. It adjusts to five different length settings, so it will last more than one season as they grow. “My 7-year-old saw this at a friend’s house and went crazy for it,” says Forbes Vetted baby and kids editor Esther Carlstone.

We’ve unveiled a few Magic Mixies in my home, and it’s always an exciting experience. Seven-year-olds really enjoy the surprise reveal, and the doll is high-quality once it’s out,. It’s the perfect addition to a Barbie or doll collection.

Stitch is still super popular across elementary schools, with kids covered in Stitch t-shirts, accessories and backpacks. My kids and I have had the opportunity to test this interactive toy, and it’s as fun as it looks. It has plenty of infectious sayings and sounds, and I love that it goes to sleep pretty quickly when my kids are done playing with it.

I love giving simple gifts like the Pop Reveal Barbie at birthday parties when I don’t know what kinds of toys the child is into. It adds a little bit of extra fun to simply gifting a Barbie doll. When kids open it up, they’ll reveal a Barbie along with a few surprise accessories. 

This toy hasn’t left my dining room in months, and all three of my kids enjoy playing pretend with it. It’s a rather large dinosaur with interactive features including switch-activated movable frills and spitting discs. Not all interactive toys are super durable, but this one has been able to withstand more than six months of rough play with my kids.

By the time they’re 7, many kids have already played Uno, but the new cards in the Show ‘Em No Mercy version takes it up a notch. “This takes the classic games and adds elements that will definitely appeal to 7-year-olds growing understanding of game complexities, but not too much,” says Byrne. “It’s great for multiple generations to play together, too, which is always great at this age.”

Labyrinth is a strategy game with an ever-shifting maze that kids are tasked with navigating. “Games like these teach planning, patience, rule-following and cooperation,” says Khan. “They also foster social-emotional learning by helping kids navigate winning and losing gracefully.” Carlstone says all of her kids, from the 7-year-old to the tween, enjoy playing this game together with minimal conflict.

This unique scavenger hunt game involves the element of surprise as kids scratch off the card to reveal what they must find during their scavenger hunt. In addition to fostering a spirit of adventure, it can encourage a sense of independence as kids go off in search of the items on the list on their own.

With nearly 20,000 5-star reviews on Amazon, it’s clear Exploding Kittens is a well-loved game. I like it for 7-year-olds because you can complete a game relatively quickly, and it challenges them to start playing more complex games that the whole family can enjoy. The essence of the game is to avoid succumbing to an exploding kitten card by strategically playing other cards, many of which are very silly and sure to elicit lots of laughs. 

For reasons unknown, kids have become infatuated with axolotls lately. If you’re looking for something cuddly and comforting, the Warmies Axolotl is a lightly weighted stuffy that you can warm up in the microwave or cool off in the freezer. “This is a time when kids still need assurance and comfort, which means that things like stuffed animals—particularly those that can be collected as kids build their own worlds—are very good,” says Byrne.

In my experience, 7-year-olds really start to enjoy customizing their space. With this LED light, they can light up their room with their name in a variety of colors, including hot pink, ice blue and lemon yellow. It’s designed to be mounted to the wall, and kids can dim the light via an included remote control. 

This tumbler includes over 10 transfer designs, giving kids plenty of ways to personalize it and hydrate in style. Seven-year-olds will love showing off their creativity every time they use it. This is another option that’s great as a birthday gift—especially if you don’t know much about what the child is into. 

A few days after running all of the picks on my list by my 7-year-old, she declared that this is the number one gift that kids would want. It’s a temporary hair color that lets kids express their personality—and then wash it out next time they get a bath. “We have these, and they get brought out at almost every playdate,” says Carlstone. They can also use it as face paint for extra fun.