30 Gifts for 3-Year-Old Girls That Do Big Things

With seven activities that introduce letter names, sounds, writing, and reading, early literacy has never been so much fun. Best of all, it really is a backpack, which equals portable and which means car rides and going to restaurants just got a whole lot easier. (So, really, this is a gift for parents, too.)

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3-year-olds are very good at “decorating” things they shouldn’t with markers. Walls, toys, siblings … but with this Scribble Scrubbie playset, they can channel that instinct for good, creatively adorning adorable little pets with washable markers. Want to change up the look? Just rinse the toy.

Raise your hand if you would live in this adorable cottage. Complete with furniture, this sturdy wooden dollhouse stands just over two feet tall and will last for years. (Doll family sold separately, but any 5-inch doll will happily make a home here.)

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With an extra-wide base, two front wheels, and an easy-to-use footbrake, your 3-year-old will gain confidence, balance, and coordination zipping around the neighborhood on their cool new scooter. Available in red or pink, My 1st Scooter supports children up to 50 pounds, so it should last for a while.

I know what you’re thinking: What’s a booty-shaking llama? It’s exactly what it sounds like, plus spinning and head tossing, and it’s hilarious. Your 3-year-old will definitely think so, too, as she and Bonnie dance along to three different songs.

Your tiny architect’s imagination will be unleashed as they use the clear, colorful magnetic tiles to build castles, pets, patterns, and shapes. And because the possibilities are endless, they’ll enjoy Picasso Tiles for years to come. They’ll have so much fun creating, they won’t even notice that they’re gaining an appreciation for spatial reasoning.

Slumberkins are toys with a mission: to encourage social-emotional learning. Each toy comes with a book and a special lesson to learn. Adorable cuddly Otter teaches kids that even though we may not be with our loved ones, they’re always in our hearts. (So they’re perfect for the kiddo who has trouble separating at preschool drop-off.)

This fun-filled developmental toy encourages creativity, hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, and imaginative play and is a perfect gift for a 3-year-old girl. This set comes with a variety of toddler-sized bricks, including house essentials like roofs and windows, wheels for cars, number bricks, and more!

Mum! Dad! Bingo! BLUEY! The greatest Australian import since the boomerang is now available in action-figure form. Your child will have fun acting out their favorite scenes from the show or coming up with their very own adventures. They’ll probably ask you to play along but, admit it, you love this show, too, and won’t mind.

Of course, we all know about the iconic Cozy Coupe, which is a great gift for any 3-year-old. But if you have a 3-year-old girl in your life, you should probably know about the Cozy Coupe that’s perfect for them in this adorable ice cream truck theme. Same quality and fun as the original, but with more intricate features.

For the little girl who loves playing hostess, this sweet little tea set is perfect for playroom tea parties. Made from 100% recycled plastic, the set can actually hold liquid, though we don’t recommend giving a toddler tea. They don’t need the extra jolt of energy from caffeine, and you don’t need that in your life, either.

You may not be able to get your little girl that unicorn they asked for, but this truly is the next best thing. Pull your cuddly Peppy Pet along on her leash and her legs will skitter along and look like she’s walking. No batteries required; it’s 100% kid-powered.

This little wooden toolkit comes with everything they’ll need to “fix” things around the house. The toolbox (which can be personalized with their name or initials) comes with a screwdriver, wrench, bolts, gears, and hammer, which they can also use to smash the patriarchy.

This tent is perfect to give your little girl a space of their own, while still being able to supervise them (thank you transparent, wafty curtains). Great for indoor and outdoor play, it even comes with a carry case for portability and easy storage.

I scream, you scream, we all scream, because that’s what life with a 3-year-old is sometimes. Fortunately, ice cream helps, both the real kind and this cool playset from Melissa & Doug. Stack magnetic scoops for a realistic-looking, make-believe treat.

Grocery shopping is often considered an annoying errand for adults, but for toddlers, the supermarket and the carts that fill the aisles are the coolest things ever. Your kiddo will have fun playing little helper with this perfectly sized cart (or “buggy,” if you’re in the South) which comes with all the pretend groceries they’ll need.

By the time your child is 3, you’ve probably already read them every single book on their shelf a million times. Give them (and yourself) the gift of four new books every month with the Tiny Humans Read subscription box.

Each box comes with two board books and two picture books, which makes this great for sharing with younger siblings.

Developed and curated by a former educator, the Little Learners Busy Box is a great way to give your preschooler new, educational play every month. The Big Box includes five reusable activities a month, or you can opt for the Mini, which has three activities.

Did you know that Mozart began composing when he was 4? Your child has 1 year to catch up to that, so give them a boost with this 25-piece instrument set.

They’ll love getting a handle on the percussion section with maracas, a xylophone, and more. Those symphonies aren’t going to write themselves, people!

Order up! This editor-favorite wooden play kitchen is sure to inspire your budding chef’s imagination. Along with the kitchen itself, this set comes with Montessori-inspired accessories like a wooden spoon, pot, skillet, and salt and pepper shakers. While your little cook whips up some creative play, you can rest easy knowing it's made with non-toxic materials and sustainably sourced birch plywood.

Best of all, it promotes child-led play and lots of fun to keep them entertained until dinnertime!