Is it too late to buy this for an almost 5 year old?
333252
Even though it extends, it will depend on how tall they are. But I would not buy it for a 5 year old because it won't extend enough for them to keep using it in the next year.
333253
I think it would still be good due to the height adjustment. Good for helping them prepare for later on playing. He loves it.
333254
I think it would work fine because it has a couple different heights. but little tikes does sell a bigger hoop for the little bit older kids if you think he may outgrow this one fast
186467
yes I bought it for my 5 year old grandson and he loves it. It is well made and awesome design.
769750
It wouldn't hurt if you did buy it. Yeah I'd say go ahead and buy it, at age 16 you've still have at least 5 more years of growing taller anyway.
1362227
There are some parts that are too small for a child that age. I would not buy it for a child that age.
1308643
Yes. My daughter just turned 5 and has had it a while now. Still a favorite.
19279
5 year old these days I would say yes. My kid is 10 now but at 5 she had a DS and was playing games like this so depends on the child I think.
1848204
In my opinion, the average child that age would only be able to use a few of the features. The manufacturer suggests ages 6 and up, but I would say it would be more worthwhile for even a slightly older child like 7. A 5-6 year old would surely enjoy it, just probably not use all of the features.
1211145
I think it would be. If she has't played many video games she will really enjoy this. If she is used to playing a tablet or a wii it might not hold her interest as much. My son is 5 and he got this when he was 3. He still really likes to play it, but is more drawn to tablets and computer games now.
794439
It would probably be most appropriate for 4-5 year olds. I bought it for my 6 year old son and he was done with it in about 20 minutes.
10327
I would not purchase it for a child that size, but that's just my personal opinion. I purchased this item back in 2010 and have had many children on it and it's been a lot of fun. The 5 year old who is 40 something pounds and tall, is still enjoying it, but not for long.
709567
Probably not. We got it for our three year old grandson. He's enjoyed it a lot, but eventually it got too easy for him.
2080830
It's a good question. My guess is yes. I would tell you to go to the Apple store to try it out but they won't look at anything over 5 yrs old.
1146399
My son is 2 and he operates it just fine I wouldn't buy it for a 5 yr old unless they're small.
2435
Yes!! I bought my five year old one several months ago as he stays with me often...My three year old grandson was here for Thanksgiving and he LOVED it--it was in constant use.
2075951
I think it would be a bit much for your 5 year old grandson, it has been quite a learning curve for me and challenging. it is also quite fragile. hope this helps.
769119
I would say yes. I bought it for my almost 3yr old who is now 5 and he has out grown it. each child is different though.
1093814
Hi Brenda, my son is 5 1/2 and has played with this for about 2 years now I believe. It is still in good shape and I think it would be great for a 5 y.o.