H's family operates pretty exclusively on wish lists. Santa will be bringing the items ML explicitly asked for, so the wish list consists mainly of things I think she'd like.
But so far, it's mainly board games, crafts and books. What are some just-for-fun toys you are getting your DD or other 4-5 year old girls? I think I might nix the books. I mean, if it's great she gets books, but I'd rather she get stuff that will really excite her, kwim?
Re: Give me some $15-$30 toy ideas for almost 5 year old girl
Easy bake oven $15 at Target
A pretend school kit:
https://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=4460224
https://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=4072688
it's another craft, but dd loves the Sticky Mosaics right now. The "rock star" version is on her Christmas list. Also another craft - the "fun fusion" beads (make a pattern w/ beads, then iron them to make them stick)
for toys...polly pockets, Barbies, play laptop
different games (not the ones you see everywhere) - Kids on Stage (love this one!), Zingo, Diggity Dog
or a DVD?