44 Heartfelt Big Brother Gifts To Get A Little Guy Fired Up About His New Role
Updated: Mar 29, 2026
With a new baby on the way, it is the perfect moment to celebrate your young man's upcoming role with an awesome present; you will find a wide variety of ideas right here, from toys he can eventually teach his new sibling how to use to personalized items that make a newly minted big sibling feel incredibly special; when you are ready to share the pregnancy news, surprise him with a fun storybook about his new title or a custom bear he will hold dear for years; just before the infant arrives, hand him a special shirt to wear when greeting his new little brother or little sister; once the baby is finally home, you can keep him happily occupied with coloring pages or silent playthings while mom and dad care for the new addition; he will be absolutely thrilled by any of these options, and if you have a daughter getting ready for her turn, be sure to look into presents for her as well
LCD Writing Tablet
A full tablet can be a little cumbersome but this LCD writing tablet is much more lightweight and easier to use and write on. It's got a 12" screen and writing on it feels about the same as pen on paper, which makes it easier to write more detailed notes quicker.
Balance Bike for Toddlers
This bike is the coolest set of wheels a toddler will ever have and a fun, safe, and somewhat speedy way for them to get around. With four large wheels and a wide seat, he’ll have help staying upright while he’s go-go-going.
Melissa and Doug Monster Plush Bowling Set
He'll be totally bowled over by the silly plush monsters in the Melissa and Doug bowling set. While he's having fun knocking over the slightly weighted pins, he'll be practicing his hand-eye coordination, motor skills and counting.
Dinosaur Coloring Book
Learning is fun when you can color and learn at the same time. Kids will find this Dino coloring book just the thing they’ve been looking for to do on road trips. It’s loaded with fun pages and even more fun facts for them to share with friends and family.
Fun Keys Set
Beep beep! New big brother coming through! Your little guy will be ready to go when you are with this set of keys in hand. They're fun to play with and make 4 different car sounds. The remote also sports colors and shapes for him to explore.
Big Brother Learns All About Babies Book
Even Mom and Dad can admit that babies are a little strange! This sweet book will teach big brother how to treat a baby with care, gentleness, and kindness. It'll walk him through how to be the best big brother ever even when his new sibling is just an itty bitty thing.
I'm the Big Brother Plush Photo Album
Help him put together his very own photo album and memory book with this cute soft sided book by Gund. The front is embroidered with a sweet image of himself and his little sibling. Inside, there are empty 4"x6" spaces for him to put his photos. He'll love showing it off to family and friends.
When We Became Four Memory Book
It's a big deal when three becomes four and this book will help guide the whole family, including big brother, through the process. There are places to write down everyone's memories of the pregnancy to create a one of a kind book that the new bigger family can cherish forever.
Being a Big Brother Advice Book
Get him excited about being a big brother with this book of guidance he can read over and over again. He'll join the superhero main character as he learns how to be a good role model, encourage his younger sibling, and stay patient with them as they grow into best friends.
Super Big Brother Plush Doll
A doll like this helps the newly minted big brother get a little practice at being a big brother before baby comes. The adorable plush is over 8" in height and has a cape - that's what makes him a superhero! For cuddles or imaginative play, the doll is a must-have.
Super Big Brother Gift Set
It's a bird, it's a plane, no, it's Super Brother! He'll be ready to protect, play with, and entertain the new addition to the family with this kit in hand. It contains a full suite of things a little guy needs to transform into Super Big Brother, like a cape, mask, and super tools!
Dinosaur Stacking Game
Give him a challenge that only big brothers could take on and complete with this Montessori-inspired dinosaur stacking toy. He'll have to use his best logic, balance, and spatial awareness skills to get the dinos to stack into a tall pile. Expect endless giggles when the tower comes crashing down.
Water Wow Coloring Set
When you're on the go, fun can be on the go, too! This water-reveal activity book can be used over and over again. Since the included pen only uses water to create "colors," there's no mess involved and no chance it will stain fabrics or fingers.
Bluey Big Backyard Activity Coloring Book
Big bro and his buddy Bluey will have a whale of a time enjoying some quiet, relaxing time together. When he's a little stressed by his big brother duties he can cool off with the 64 wonderful kid-friendly designs in this charming book. Bingo and Bob Bilby join the fun, too!
Pasta Kitchen Play Doh Play Set
Your little guy might be eager to help in the kitchen now that he's been promoted to big brother. If he's still a little young for real food, he'll have a great time pretending with this pasta-making Play-Doh kit. Five tubs of dough and a pasta maker are included for all kinds of fun.
Toy Smart Watch for Kids
Big bro will feel just like mom and dad when he's got this charming kid-friendly "smartwatch" on. The pretend timepiece is equipped with lights, sounds, and music that'll help him learn about colors, phrases, greetings, and more! And there are tons of little beads, dials, and switches to keep his hands busy.
Exploring the Farm Sticker Set
When he needs to take some quiet time for himself, he'll enjoy working with these Busy Books. There are 14 activities in the set, with all kinds of stickers, spelling activities, counting activities, and exercises to learn from. Stickers are reusable so the fun never ends.
Spin and Learn Flash Light
He'll be eager to help when his little sibling gets scared in the middle of the night when he has this flashlight in hand. It's more than a tool, it's a way for him to learn shapes, colors, songs, , numbers, and animals. He'll have endless fun exploring all the activities built into the light.


















