Best Dinosaur Gifts
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Originally published October 24, 2022 and updated October 3, 2023.
Looking for the best dinosaur gifts for all ages? This list of more than 155 ultimate dinosaur gift ideas for the dino lover on your gift list, including unique gifts, toys and educational items. There are ideas here for adults and kids of every age and every budget so you’re sure to find the perfect gift.
My son was obsessed with dinosaurs for years and both of my daughters were also young dinosaur lovers. I have experience looking for the perfect dinosaur gift for him. I always felt that a great toy combined learning and fun. This list includes unique dinosaur gifts for boys, girls and adults.
What does it mean when a child loves dinosaurs?
- The dinosaur-obsessed child has what is called an intense interest in different types of dinosaurs.
- Often the dinosaur fanatic’s interest contributes significantly to their cognitive development.
- Memory – as they learn and remember the names of and facts about different dinosaurs and identify their favorite dinosaurs
- Focus – as they spend extended periods of time learning about and playing with dinosaurs
- Reading skills – as they devour dinosaur books
- Imagination – Playing with dinosaur action figures and play sets
- You can also use their interest in dinosaurs to foster the development of other important skills
- Fine motor skills
- Little hands playing with small dinosaur toys
- Coloring in dinosaur coloring books
- Drawing dinosaurs
- Hand-Eye Coordination and Gross motor skills
- Playing on big dinosaur toys like ride-on toys
- Kicking and throwing a dinosaur ball
- Fine motor skills
Best Dinosaur Gifts for Kids
Choose gifts kids will love based on their interests:
- Favorite dinosaur
- Favorite dinosaur TV shows or movies that kids love (the Jurassic Park and Jurassic World movies are popular)
- Their favorite activities
- Building
- Reading
- Imaginative play
- A practical gift can be turned into a great gift by adding a dinosaur
- Clothing
- Bedding and towels
- School supplies
- Personal care items, like toothbrushes and hairbrushes
A personalized book about your child on an adventure as different dinosaurs. They get to be a pterodactyl, velociraptor, triceratops, diplodocus, and T-Rex. For Ages 2-5
Dinosaur Gifts for Very Young Children
Dinosaur Gifts for 2-Year Olds
Dinosaur Gifts for 3 Year Olds and Up
T-Rex Dinosaur Costume for Kids 3-5, 5-7, 8-10 4t - Size Toddler 3-4 Years
Large Zippered Pouch Dinosaur, Stuffed Animals Dinosaur Toys for Kids 3-5
Dinosaur Gifts for Older Children
- Jurassic World – 2015 movie with Chris Pratt. Rated PG-13
- Jurassic World – Fallen Kingdom – 2018 movie with Christ Pratt. Rated PG-13
- Jurassic World Dominion – 2021 movie with Chris Pratt. Rated PG-13
Dinosaur Toys for Girls
Dinosaur Adult Gifts
Dinosaur Stocking Stuffer Ideas and Dinosaur Party Favors
Looking for more dino ideas?
Dinosaur Printable Mazes – Free fun worksheets to encourage learning for children of all ages. These 4 free dinosaur printable mazes come in a range of difficulty levels.
Dinosaur Coloring Pages – Six free dinosaur coloring pages you can download and print right away. Plus 9 additional dinosaur activities for kids of all ages.
Dinosaur Word Search – 3 free dinosaur word search printables, plus an answer key. Perfect for kids and adults who enjoy word search puzzles and/or dinosaurs.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dinosaur Gifts
Consider the child’s age and interests. For example, do they like to read? Color? Build? Look for toys that incorporate the child’s interests and abilities. Some popular ideas are:
Dinosaur board book
Dinosaur fossils with dinosaur bones toys or resin dino fossil model for display
Anything Tyrannosaurus rex
Dinosaur action figures
Coloring book for younger kids or a coloring book for older kids
Dinosaur t-shirt
Light-up dinosaur cars
Remote control dinosaurs
A trip to the Natural History Museum or other dinosaur or Jurassic activity in your area
Stuffed adorable dinosaur or stuffed T-rex
Dinosaur figures for imaginative play – look for sets with a play mat
Dinosaur backpack for younger children or a T. rex backpack for older children
Dinosaur egg kit
Dinosaur facts book
Dinosaur models
LEGO dinosaur set
National Geographic dinosaur terrarium
Find all our best gift ideas for everyone in the family in the table below.
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