Feed your 7-year-olds creative and active sides with these 59 gifts, starting at $8

Price at time of publish: $65

The 45 Best Gifts for 7-Year-Old Girls of 2023

Julia is the Associate Commerce Editor at The Spruce, covering all things toys, gifts, holidays, and seasonal content. She’s on a constant hunt to find the perfect gift for everyone in your life, from new dads to 5-year-old girls, through extensive research and testing as a product reviewer.

Whether shopping for a 7-year-old girl into sparkles, science experiments, or both, you’ll want to ensure you’re getting her something that encourages her to create.

Be sure to lean into her interests when finding the perfect gift, whether it is her favorite movie, TV, or class in school. On the other hand, you can find a gift that sparks a new hobby from making friendship bracelets to playing hopscotch with friends.

We researched the best gifts for 7-year-old girls on the market, considering how interactive, creative, and imaginative each option is.

Riddley’s Avocado Smash!

This fast-paced card game challenges player to get rid of their cards as quickly as possible. The first player puts down one card and the others follow in number order from 1-15 with a few fun wild cards thrown in. The whole family can get in on the fun and the quirky avocado-shaped carrying case makes it easy to bring on family vacations and road trips.

Price at time of publish: $12

Lite Brite Disney Super Bright HD 100 Years of Wonder Special Edition

Adults may remember Lite Brites from their own childhoods and now kids can experience the same magic, now with a Disney twist. With double the brightness and 900 pegs, this set celebrates 100 years of Disney with 12 Disney templates including Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Dumbo, Cinderella, Goofy, Donald Duck, and more. Or she can use the colorful pegs to design her own creation.

Price at time of publish: $25

KLUTZ Pokémon Stained Glass Art Craft Kit

Pokémon fans can create stunning stained glass accents for their bedroom with this DIY kit from KLTUZ. The set comes with 18 coloring sheets featuring popular Pokémon like Pikachu, Squirtle, and more. There are five double-tipped markers included so you can get coloring right away. For even more excitement, the kit also comes with a 42-page book with fun facts and additional coloring pages.

Price at time of publish: $23

Horizon Group USA Barbie Makeup Artist Magazine

Horizon Group USA

Create stunning hair and makeup looks with this DIY craft book featuring Barbie and her fashionable friends. Seven-year-olds can use the stickers, stencils, and pretend ‘makeup’ to add eyeshadow, lip gloss, and more. There are even cosmetic brushes and applicators included, so little ones can practice their skills to even use in the real world once they get older.

Price at time of publish: $17

Spin Master Pictureka Giant Edition

This giant version of the classic find-it game leads to hours of fun for the whole family. Players sit around the giant game board full of tiny images and one player draws a card. The first person to find the picture on the card on the large mat wins that round. The last person to locate the image collects the card and the player with the lowest amount of cards wins.

Price at time of publish: $10

Lego Ariel’s Treasure Chest

If the 7-year-old in your life loved the live-action Little Mermaid movie starring Halle Bailey, they’ll love this Lego set inspired by the film. Build and open the treasure chest to discover Ariel, Sebastian, and Flounder mini-figures, spinning pieces, and opening drawers. The 370-piece set also comes with a Lego Dots bracelet with various tiles for customizing it.

Price at time of publish: $45

VIAHART Brain Flakes 500 Piece Interlocking Plastic Disc Set

If you’re looking for a hands-on STEM gift that provides hours of entertainment and has educational value, look no further than Brain Flakes. Earning a perfect score during testing, this set of 500 interlocking plastic discs is ready to become whatever your young builder envisions. The plastic discs are brightly colored and snap together easily. Included with the discs are instructions to build a three-dimensional Brain Flakes ball, but the options are endless. We found that kids didn’t tire easily of this toy and reached for it over and over.

Price at time of publish: $21

Mudpuppy Little Feminist Surprise Puzzle

Combine learning, blind boxes, and problem-solving practice with Mudpuppy’s Little Feminist surprise puzzles. Each small box contains a puzzle of one of six female change makers from history, from Rosa Parks to Amelia Earhart, and more. While completing the puzzle, she can read up on biographical information about that woman’s life and impacts. Buy a few to try and collect all six puzzles to keep the fun and learning going. They also make great stocking stuffers.

Price at time of publish: $7

Barbie 2023 Holiday Barbie Doll

Whether you’ve been collecting holiday Barbie dolls every year or this is your 7-year-old’s first one, start a new tradition with 2023’s collector’s doll. Marking the 35th anniversary of the holiday Barbie, this year’s doll dons a gorgeous gold dress fit for holiday and New Year’s parties alike. There are four different styles of the holiday Barbie to choose from, showcasing different hairstyles and skin tones.

Price at time of publish: $45

LEGO 100 Years of Disney Animation Icons

Join LEGO in celebrating 100 years of Disney with this special building set that honors some of the company’s most iconic characters. The unique set comes with 12 8-by-8-inch squares to build over 70 beloved Disney characters then arrange six of them in the included frame for a piece of decor you can constantly build, add upon, remove, and customize.

Price at time of publish: $60

Tamagotchi Uni

A fun spin on the legendary virtual pet, the Tamagotchi Uni lets you raise a UniTama character by caring for it throughout its life. Unlike the original toy, you can wear this Tamagotchi around your wrist like a watch and connect with other players in the ‘Tamaverse’ from around the world. The kid-friendly smartwatch opens the possibilities for play in a detailed digital world full of opportunities to connect and play.

Price at time of publish: $59

Polly Pocket Big World Flamingo Set

This Polly Pocket set is a great gift for 7-year-old girls who love imaginative play. The self-contained play set opens to reveal a fun, flamingo-themed backdrop for the adventures of Polly and her friend Lila. Girls will love exploring the clubhouse and acting out adventures.

Price at time of publish: $17

WowWee Got2Glow Fairy Finder

Catch virtual fairies all around your home with this fairy finder from Got2Glow. Kids search around their room, backyard, or nearby park for the magical creatures then watch a magical light show as the fairy flies into their collection. There are over 100 fairies to collect in total—can you find them all?

Price at time of publish: $40

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls

You’re never too old for an inspiring bedtime story, and this book is packed with 100 stories of inspiring women from all over the world. Give your 7-year-old girl encouraging and powerful stories to read just before bed—or during her free time. One standout feature of this book is the beautiful, full-color portraits that accompany each woman’s story.

Price at time of publish: $35

American Girl Create Your Own Doll

For a truly unique gift she’ll treasure her whole life, design an American Girl doll that looks just like her. With the brand’s “create your own” feature, you choose your doll’s face, hair, eyes, clothes, and accessories. There are hundreds of options to choose from, including multiple skin tones and the option to include hearing aids. You can also add a personalized video message that will be emailed to your recipient when the doll ships to add an extra layer of excitement.

Price at time of publish: $220

Singing Machine SML385BTBK Bluetooth Karaoke System

This karaoke machine’s fun lights and Bluetooth functionality will make it a big hit with any 7-year-old girl who loves to sing, making it our top overall pick. Whether you have a budding musical star in your house or are looking for a fun activity at your child’s next sleepover, the Singing Machine Bluetooth Karaoke System is sure to pump out all the hits. Fifty-four dimmable LED disco lights make it easy to make any space feel like a party and create the perfect ambiance. The display shows the track number as you toggle between songs, pause and play the music, or adjust the volume.

Price at time of publish: $75

Magic Mixies Magic Genie Lamp

Magic Mixies Magic

Discover the magic of this wish-granting genie lamp from Magic Mixies. The interactive toy comes with a “magic ring” that activates the magic, such as unveiling mist and revealing the blue genie. There are over 60 sounds, lights, and reactions to discover, ensuring hours of surprising fun for kids and adults alike.

Price at time of publish: $65

Disney Princess Style Series Holiday Elsa Doll

Elsa is all dressed up for a holiday party and your 7-year-old can take her home and dress up alongside her. The Disney Princess-style series dolls feature a modern twist on the beloved characters’ iconic looks. The collectible doll features gorgeous icicle-inspired shoes, sparkly earrings, and a stand to display her for all to see.

Price at time of publish: $45

Made By Me! Sand Dough Sculpt and Paint Creations Pottery Press

Turn your living room into a pottery studio with this craft kit from Made By Me! Unlike messy clay, this kit uses sand to mold and press into the shape of a bowl or bowl for instant projects she can actually use. After pressing your new creation with the included pottery press, she can decorate her pottery with paint, glitter, and more.

Price at time of publish: $25

KiwiCo Paleontologist Starter Kit

Your 7-year-old can become a paleontologist with this starter set from KiwiCo. The kit comes with tools to excavate bones, clay to make fossil impressions, and educational materials about the ancient world. The play-based learning kit is the perfect bonding activity for families to practice a new skill while learning new facts.

Price at time of publish: $30

Original Stationery Unicorn Slime Kit

This Unicorn slime set includes everything your 7-year-old needs to make brightly colored slime. It even has mixers, so she can add fun scents and unexpected additions such as glitter, beads, and more. Girls can mix and match included items to create their own personal slime; there are over 100 different combinations.

Price at time of publish: $30

Furby Interactive Plush Toy

Adults may remember Furby from its first introduction in 1998. The robotic toy has received a number of updates since then, revealing the latest innovation from the innovative furry friend. The new Furby has over 600 reactions, from answering your questions to singing songs and dancing. You can even place two Furbys next to each other and watch them interact in both English and “Furbish.”

Price at time of publish: $70

Owleez Interactive Pet

For a girl who loves animals, the Owleez Interactive Pet is a sure hit. This small, action-packed toy makes cute noises and features expressive eyes that change according to its mood. With care and training, you can even teach Owleez to take flight.

Price at time of publish: $105

Spin Master Wizarding World Harry Potter Magical Minis Diagon Alley 3-in-1 Playset

If you’re 7-year-old is crazy about all things Harry Potter, she’ll love this Diagon Alley play set with two exclusive figures and 21 accessories, lights, and sounds. Within the one play set, she can visit Diagon Alley’s Weasleys’ Wizard Wheezes, Eeylops Owl Emporium, and Florian Fortescue’s Ice Cream Parlour as Hermoine Granger. Cast spells for magical sounds and lights to appear throughout as she spends hours exploring, imagining, and creating magic.

Price at time of publish: $60

Addison Rae Deluxe Music Fashion Doll

If your child can’t get enough of TikTok sensation Addison Rae, she needs this fashion doll in the star’s likeness. Dress up Addison in her fuzzy purple coat and switch out her accessories for hours of imaginative play. Use her microphone, ring light, camera, and smartphone to act out TikTok dances, film videos, and sing songs alongside the trendy doll.

Price at time of publish: $13

Schleich Lakeside Riding Center

Own your very own horse ranch with this play set from Schleich. The Lakeside Riding Center includes a spacious play area and over 50 accessories and figures to act out the daily duties of taking care of horses and running a farm. The play set comes apart to rearrange and design it differently every day for a truly unique play experience every time.

Price at time of publish: $110

iClever Cat Ear Kids Bluetooth Headphones

These adorable Bluetooth headphones make the perfect gift for music-obsessed 7-year-olds. She can don cute pink cat ears that light up as she listens to music or videos on a smartphone, tablet, or computer. There are three easy-to-control volume modes, a built-in microphone, and a long-lasting battery with up to 50 hours of playtime.

Price at time of publish: $50

Merriam-Webster’s Word of the Day: 366 Elevating Utterances to Stretch Your Cranium and Tickle Your Humerus

For little ones that love to learn, we recommend Merriam-Webster’s Word of the Day book. In just one year, your 7-year-old will learn 365 intriguing new words to add to their vocabulary. Each page contains a date, a word, the definition, a part of speech, pronunciation, and an interesting piece of trivia to aid in remembering. The bright colors, adorable illustrations, and fun facts make learning a fun part of their daily routine.

Price at time of publish: $15

Learning Resources Botley the Coding Robot Activity Set

Botley the Coding Robot is a screen-free way to introduce coding and makes a great intro to STEM. This activity set is intended to be a fun learning resource and comes with plenty of activity options to keep kids engaged, including a remote programmer, 40 coding cards, and six double-sided tiles plus 27 obstacle-building pieces for a fun challenge. And while Botley makes cute robot noises, parents do appreciate that there is a switch to turn the sound off. During testing, we discovered that Botley is surprisingly entertaining. The robot doesn’t talk or interact, but once, when it rolled under the couch right after it was turned on, we couldn’t stop laughing about it.

Price at time of publish: $75

Barbie Dreamplane Set

The Barbie Dreamplane Playset is a great gift for the girl who loves all things Barbie. The plane is a unique and fashionable transportation option and play set. It includes 15 pieces to make Barbie’s travel experience feel extra luxe. Parents report that this Barbie play set is plenty big enough for Barbie and her friends and provides a great springboard for imaginative play.

Price at time of publish: $80

Crayola Light-Up Tracing Pad

Illuminated by a long-lasting LED light, this board is sized to hold a standard sheet of paper (or slightly larger). The kit includes 10 tracing sheets for two different scenes, and more tracing sheets are available online. However, the light is bright enough that your child can use regular printer paper once the initial supply of tracing paper is depleted. It’s an ideal gift for 7-year-old girls who love to draw, and it makes a great activity for the car because the tracing board is slim and portable.

Price at time of publish: $30

LEGO DOTS Creative Picture Frames

While most photos that we snap are digital, this gift might just encourage your little one to appreciate the beauty of a printed photo. The set comes with everything they’ll need to personalize three picture frames. Colorful Legos can be added and stacked to create a unique look. The frames can be used individually or even connected together.

Price at time of publish: $50

L.O.L. Surprise! 2-in-1 Glamper Fashion Camper

L.O.L Surprise! toys are known for packing in plenty of fun, and the 4-in-1 Glamper Fashion Camper is no exception. The van comes with 55 different accessories and surprises. The camper itself unfolds and expands to a whopping 2 x 3-foot furnished backdrop for all of your little girl’s L.O.L adventures to play out.

Price at time of publish: $165

Craft-tastic I Love Llamas Kit

For the best gift for 7-year-old girls who love arts and crafts, check out this I Love Llamas Kit. The 161-piece set includes everything needed to make six different llama-themed projects, including items your girl will enjoy using or gifting—such as a bracelet, a charm, a headband, a stuffed llama, and more. The projects are both easy and fun.

Price at time of publish: $24

Schwinn Signature Girls’ SunnySide 20” Bike

Dick’s sporting goods

The Schwinn Signature Girls’ SunnySide Bike is 20 inches high and includes a lightweight steel frame that is sized for riders between 4 and 5 feet tall. A bright teal and purple paint scheme and big-kid design (no training wheels) are sure to delight the new rider. The bike also includes kid-friendly features, such as Fast-Start gearing, which lets them pedal quickly while lowering their overall speed.

Price at time of publish: $300

Le Vasty Sparkly Glitter Backpack

This sequined backpack will have sparkle-loving 7-year-olds itching to head back to school. The kids’ backpack features colored sequins that can be reversed with a simple hand swipe. Inside, there’s plenty of room for girls to stash all their stuff for school, weekend trips, or sleepovers.

Price at time of publish: $33

ColorZone Shrink Art

Shrink art is a fun way to create homemade, personalized accessories and gifts. Use the included shrink art sheets for freeform designs, or take advantage of the included design templates. The kit includes enough supplies to make up to 32 charms. You can easily add your own household art supplies to add more color to the shrink art creations.

Price at time of publish: $8

Spin Master Games HedBanz

The junior edition of the popular Headbanz game lets kids as young as 5 get in on the action. They have to ask other players yes or no questions to figure out what animal is on their headband. This guessing game is also a great way for kids to learn more about the animal kingdom, which encourages logic skills. The first player to guess correctly wins.

Price at time of publish: $25

L.O.L. Surprise! Bubbly Surprise with Exclusive Doll and Pet

The Bubbly Surprise set from L.O.L Surprise! includes a doll, pet, and six other surprises your 7-year-old girl will love opening. One thing you’ll appreciate is that the surprises come housed in a plastic sparkly case cute enough that your little girl may enjoy carrying it as a purse, or as a place to stash a collection of L.O.L Surprise! dolls. The real fun of this L.O.L Surprise! set is the fact that the doll and pet are hidden away inside of a fizzy ball—dissolve it in water to reveal the big surprise.

Price at time of publish: $49

Klutz Marvelous Book of Magical Mermaids Paper Dolls

Paper dolls have captivated little girls for decades, and this book brings a trendy new theme—mermaids—to the medium. The book includes various dolls and plenty of outfits for hours of imaginative play. People find that these Klutz paper dolls are especially well-made and sturdy, and the included sticky dots mean that outfits can be swapped out as many times as they want.

Price at time of publish: $20

Melissa and Doug Created by Me! Star Fleece Quilt

This make-your-own fleece quilt is a fun craft activity for young girls that requires no special tools or equipment. The quilt is made from 48 fleece squares with pre-cut fringe that is knotted together to form a large and cozy blanket. Kids enjoy the thrill of completing this project all by themselves and parents love that it’s a mess-free craft.

Price at time of publish: $36

Spin Master H5 Domino Creations

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Kids ages 5 and up will enjoy creating custom designs just so they can watch them topple over. This set of dominos has 100 pieces, including two half bridges. Kids can think outside the box and make their own designs or follow along with the instruction manual. This is fun for kids to play solo, with friends, or even family.

Price at time of publish: $25

VTech KidiZoom Creator Cam

Lights, camera, action! This toy is so fun, you’ll wonder why you didn’t have something so cool as a kid. The VTech camera is built for kids but has all the awesome features to help them make stellar videos. The camera has more than 20 backgrounds, comes with a green screen, and has built-in editing tools like time-lapse.

Price at time of publish: $70

Dan&Darci Light Up Terrarium Kit

For a 7-year-old girl with a green thumb, the Mini Explorer Light-Up Terrarium Kit makes a great gift. This kit includes the terrarium, soil, sand, river rocks, decorations, and seeds to complete an indoor mini garden. The lid features an LED light that can be turned on to illuminate your girl’s growing garden.

Price at time of publish: $25

MindWare Qwirkle Board Game

Qwirkle is best described as a modern version of dominos and challenges players to build color and shape combinations. It can be played by two to four people, but you can buy an additional game set if you want more players in on the action. It’s challenging enough to keep the whole family entertained but easy enough for kids to play with friends.

Price at time of publish: $35

Other Great Gift Options

Some 7-year-old girls may appreciate a day of fun more than a physical toy. If this is the case, consider treating your little one to a fun activity or special event to celebrate the big day. This can include a kid-friendly concert, a sporting event, a cooking class for adults and kids to attend together, or getting dressed up for afternoon tea. These are the moments she will remember and cherish forever and oftentimes are much more meaningful than a single product.

Tips on Choosing a Gift For a 7-Year-Old Girl

Help your 7-year-old acclimate to the world around her with gifts and activities that strengthen her ability to communicate with others. Make the most of her silly sense of humor, and help her develop social confidence. Games, karaoke (think: this Singing Machine favorite), and other gifts that help her build confidence are great for her social development.

Most 7-year-olds are full of ideas and energy. Plus, they’re refining their fine motor skills. Give her a fun, engaging way to explore her budding creativity, and you’ll be delighted to see the fun and interesting things she comes up with. Choose from options like needlepoint, connector construction kits, or this quilt craft kit from Melissa and Doug.

Every 7-year-old is different, so it’s important to take their interests into account when shopping for a gift. Some popular genres of toys fitting for 7-year-olds include crafts, sports, cars, STEM, beauty, and more. It also helps to determine what shows or movies they enjoy. Oftentimes, popular franchises, like Harry Potter, Star Wars, Marvel, and more have toys based on pop culture suitable for all ages. For Harry Potter fans, we love this Diagon Alley 3-in-1 Playset.

Why Trust The Spruce?

This article was written by Julia Fields an associate editor for The Spruce covering all things surrounding toys, gifts, and the holidays since October 2021. Before that, she covered similar topics including toy reviews, product round-ups, expert-focused articles, and more. For this story, she thought back to being a 7-year-old girl, imagining all of the current toys she would have liked to receive, considering creative, educational, and active age-appropriate options.

Feed your 7-year-olds creative and active sides with these 59 gifts, starting at $8

Wondering what to get a 7-year-old for their birthday and scratching your brain? The best toys and gifts for this age help them write stories, draw detailed pictures, build and create.

Seven-year-olds are noticeably better at fine motor skills that help them write and create than they were at age 6, said Dr. Amanda Gummer, founder of Fundamentally Children in the United Kingdom.

Crafts, sports equipment, building materials and other interactive and educational toys are among the top gifts for 7-year-olds, noted Susan Kambrich, head of the Woodland Hill Montessori School in Rensselaer, New York, and treasurer of the board of directors for the American Montessori Society.

At age 7, kids are also becoming more confident readers, ready to explore the world through graphic novels, nonfiction books and more sophisticated chapter books — though they will still get plenty of satisfaction and education from picture books, too. Here, we’ve found the best gifts to help your favorite 7-year-old hone their developmental skills while also having fun.