Tweens can be notoriously hard to buy for. They’re no longer children, but they’re not quite teenagers.
No matter what the tween you’re shopping for is into, we’ve made it easy with our list of 59 of the best stocking stuffers and Christmas gifts for tween boys.
5 Things to Consider When Buying Gifts for Tween Boys
- Think beyond toys – Tween boys are developing new ideas and becoming more independent. Think beyond traditional Christmas toys and instead go for a gift that reflects that. Non-toy gifts are a great way to let them express themselves and encourage creativity, discovery, and fun.
- Consider what they love – When you’re buying a gift, it’s always a good idea to think about what they love. Let their interests help guide you in finding the perfect gift. What do they enjoy doing at school? Do they participate in any extracurricular activities or sports? What do they do for fun?
- Make it personal – Help them stand out and showcase their own identity with a personalized gift. Make it extra special by personalizing it with their name, initials, or their favorite colors.
- Make it age appropriate – They’re not little kids anymore, but they’re not yet teenagers. This can make buying certain gifts a little tricky. If you’re not sure if a gift is age appropriate, do a little research first. Most manufacturers list age ranges for gifts on their packaging or on their website.
- Think beyond gender – Think beyond the idea that certain toys are just for boys or girls. More and more stores and websites are now featuring toys based on age, not on gender. You never know – you could be the one to spark their interest in something new!
31 Best Stocking Stuffers for Tween Boys
- Left, Center, Right Dice Game
- Simon Micro
- Rubik’s Cube
- Under Armour Sackpack
- Not Parent Approved Card Game
- My Audio Pet
- Original Tamigotchi
- Wild Twists Playing Cards
- Infinity Cubes
- Mini Drone
- NERF Howler
- Bluetooth Speaker
- Beanie
- Fidget Keychain
- iPhone Case
- LED Gloves
- Binoculars
- Paper Airplanes
- Skip Ball
- Digital Watch
- Paracord Bracelets
- Interesting Facts
- Geyser Tube
- Digital Bookmark
- Chapstick S’mores
- Mini Fingerboards
- Mini Talking Robot
- Trifold Wallet
- Flipside Game
- Butterfly Yoyo
- Iron Man Lip Balm
28 Best Christmas Gifts for Tween Boys
- Spirograph Animator – Kids can create their own designs and animations using a spirograph. Art and mathematics combine to bring drawings to life with the help of light effects and an animator.
- CLUE Treachery at Tudor Mansion – A classic board game full of suspense and intrigue. Solve a murder mystery through puzzles, revealing rooms, and gameboard builds and changes.
- Lightsaber Chopsticks – Give a Star Wars fan a truly out-of-this-world experience. These light-up chopsticks make mealtime fun and are made from BPA-free plastic.
- Snap Circuits Jr. – They’ll love this STEM educational toy that gives them more than 100 electronic projects to build. It has everything needed to learn the basics of circuitry while they create projects like a flying saucer, doorbell, and a siren.
- Candy Vending Machine – Kids can build their own vending machine and coin bank with this fun kit. They’ll learn about everything from gears to gravity to forces and motion while they watch their treats or coins fall.
- Life Skills for Kids – Get them a guide that will help them learn important life skills. They’ll master the basics in cooking, using appliances, saving money, making big decisions, handling emergencies, and more.
- Rush Hour Logic Game – The object of the game is to get the red car to the exit – and freedom! Through playing, they will build planning and reasoning skills and will be faced with 40 different challenges.
- Pro Basketball Hoop Set – Designed for indoor play, it features an authentic steel rim. Perfect for dunking, it comes with a mini basketball and shatterproof backboard so they can play right out of the box.
- Alesis Electric Keyboard – Learning how to play the piano can be fun! Kids can spend hours playing this electric keyboard with 300 sounds, built-in speakers, and pre-recorded demos.
- Bluetooth Wireless Headphones – With different colors to choose from, you’re sure to find their favorite. They have a comfortable design and over 40 hours of playing time to listen at home or on the go.
- Klutz LEGO Make Your Own Movie Kit – This kit comes with a collection of 36 LEGO minifigures and props, fold out backdrops, and a book with 78 pages of ideas and inspiration. They’ll have everything they need to create awesome movies all on their own.
- Giant Bubble Wands Kit – Kids use a two-handled wand to create some of the biggest bubbles they’ll ever see. Ready to go out of the box, it comes with bubble solution and an instruction guide so they can start making bubbles right away.
- Wireless Karaoke Mic – Get ready for some epic performances that everyone will want to get in on. This wireless karaoke microphone comes in a crazy number of colors, lets them sing just about anywhere, and can be used as a speaker and a recorder.
- Capture the Flag Game – Gather up the whole gang for a game of Capture the Flag. Kids can play from the day into the night thanks to 25 different light-up game pieces.
- Flying Orb – Kids can have fun indoors and out with this light up flying orb. They’ll learn about physics and aerodynamics while they watch the ball take different flight paths, boomeranging back to their hands.
- Solar Powered Robot – STEM lovers will be thrilled to get this kit that helps to teach them about engineering and solar power. And with 12 different types of robots to build, they’ll stay busy for hours.
- Illuminated Globe of the World – This three-in-one LED globe allows kids to stargaze and explore the world. They’ll learn about countries, continents, stars, and all of Earth’s natural wonders.
- Beginner Microscope Kit – Get them a beginner microscope set that gives them everything they need to feel like a real scientist. It includes sample slides and cover strips, lenses and collecting lamps, all in a handy carrying case.
- Alarm Clock – Help them get up on time with this alarm clock that features a Bluetooth speaker. They can adjust the brightness, pick their favorite colors, and even play music.
- Bean Bag Chair – He’s ready for gaming, reading, napping, or watching TV with this cozy bean bag chair. There’s different colors and sizes to choose from to fit any style and any room.
- Hover Soccer Ball – It’s the perfect mix between soccer and air hockey. This hover soccer ball lights up and has a powerful motor for playing on just about any smooth surface.
- Burrito Blanket – This blanket looks just like a giant flour tortilla. He will have fun wrapping himself up into a burrito while hanging out on the couch, reading, or playing games.
- Sports Illustrated KIDS Magazine – Get him a gift that will keep giving month after month. A subscription to Sports Illustrated KIDS Magazine means encouraging the joy of reading with stories about young athletes, health and exercise tips, and more.
- Sleeping Bag – Get him prepped for anything – sleepovers, camping, travel, and more – with this three-season sleeping bag. A weather-resistant design means he’ll always have a good night’s sleep.
- Wearable Blanket Sweatshirt – They are sure to stay cozy with this wearable blanket. Don’t be surprised to find them wearing it around the house all the time while watching Netflix, playing video games, or talking on the phone.
- Sunrise Alarm Clock – They’ll wake up with the sun every morning with this sunrise alarm clock. It works great for heavy sleepers and even has a USB port for charging their phone or tablet.
- Laser Tag Set – This must-have laser tag set comes with 2 laser guns and 2 vests to get them ready to battle. They can customize their game with different colors and different modes, while burning off some extra energy indoors or out.
- Remote Control Car – This double-sided remote control RC car will provide hours of fun. It comes equipped with LED headlights, a remote-control system, and can rotate 360 degrees to perform a variety of stunts and maneuvers.
From games and giant bubbles to bean bag chairs and a burrito blanket, you’ll find some classics as well as a few surprises with our list of 59 stocking stuffers and Christmas gifts for tween boys.
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