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Tween Boys Christmas Ideas

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Megan Cormier

Shopping for tween boys is a whole different ballgame. 😂 I have a 10-year-old boy myself, and we’re officially at that awkward age where most “kid toys” are too babyish, but I’m also not trying to spend hundreds of dollars on every gift he thinks is...

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Creativity and Stem

Games, Collectables and Reading Material

For The Gamer

Sports Fan

Style, Accessories, Personal Gifts

Fidgets, Toys & Just For Fun

Creativity and Stem

You really can’t go wrong with LEGOs! There are so many different sets now, from Minecraft and superheroes to cars and gaming themes, so there’s something for just about every kid.

LEGO : Toy Building Sets & Kits

This is STEM that kids actually WANT to do! 😂 They get to build cool projects and figure out how things work without it feeling like another science assignment. Especially good for kids who already love Mark Rober and his crazy experiments.

CrunchLabs by Mark Rober The Crunchinator

Such a cool option for the creative kid who has moved past regular arts and crafts. They can actually draw and BUILD things in 3D with it. Definitely one of those gifts that sneaks in some creativity without feeling like an educational gift. 😂

3D Printing Pens and Filament Supplies

Games, Collectables and Reading Material

PERFECT for the kid who says they hate reading! They don’t have to sit down and read it from beginning to end—they can flip through and find crazy records, weird facts and awesome pictures. Somehow they’ll be reading without even realizing they’re re...

Guinness World Records Books Collection

Okay, are these going to win an award for the most serious literature ever? Probably not. 😂 But kids LOVE them, and sometimes I just want them reading something instead of staring at a screen! They’re silly, full of pictures and comic-style pages, a...

Dog Man Books in Children's & Kids' Books

For the kid who loves dragons, adventure and fantasy, this series is SUCH a good one! There’s tons of action and a whole dragon world for them to get wrapped up in. This is another series with multiple books, so it’s perfect if you’re looking for som...

Wings of Fire in Shop Books by Series

Easy to learn, quick to play and absolutely ridiculous—which is pretty much the perfect combination for tweens. 😂 It’s a great little game for family game night, sleepovers or playing with friends.

Explore Exploding Kittens Toys and Games

If you have a tween boy who claims he “doesn’t like reading,” try these! 😂 They’re funny, easy to get into, and the mix of writing and drawings makes them feel a lot less like sitting down to read a giant chapter book. There are SO many books in the...

Children's & Kids' Books - Diary of a Wimpy Kid

A fun gift for kids who love collecting, trading, and battling with their friends. You can grab a few booster packs, an Elite Trainer Box, or even a binder so they have somewhere to keep all their favorite cards. Anything Pokémon is super popular rig...

Pokemon : Collectible & Trading Cards | Pokémon, Sports ...

If your tween thinks bathroom jokes and completely ridiculous humor are the funniest things on Earth… congratulations, you have a normal tween boy. 😂 This is a hilarious family card game that will definitely get them laughing!

https://www.walmart.com/c/brand/kids-against-maturity

Such an easy gift because you can find one for basically ANYTHING they’re obsessed with. Gaming, Marvel, anime, sports, movies—you name it. They’re fun to collect and look cool sitting on a bedroom shelf or gaming desk.

Funko Pop Vinyl Figures and Collectibles

For The Gamer

Tween boys love Fortnite! And what better than a gift card for new skins and the battle pass.

Fortnite Gift Cards | Digital Codes for Xbox, Nintendo & ...

A comfortable headset with a built-in microphone for gaming and chatting with friends. Look for models compatible with multiple gaming systems.

Gaming Headsets : Video Game Headphones

Not the flashiest gift, but if you have a gamer, this is actually SO useful! It gives them somewhere to keep their controllers and keeps them charged so you don’t hear “MY CONTROLLER DIED!” five minutes after they start playing. 😂

Gaming Charging Station

Sports Fan

Sometimes tweens are just as happy getting something they can actually wear. Grab their favorite sports team, Nike, Under Armour or something that matches whatever they’re into. Easy gift and something they’ll actually use! Plus most Lids have an emb...

Lids ...

Such a fun gift for kids who love being outside! It lights up so they can keep throwing the football around even when it gets dark—which happens way too early in the winter. 😂

LED Light Up Football for Kids | Glow & Play

Perfect for kids who love basketball but don’t need all the noise bouncing through the house. A silent basketball lets them practice dribbling indoors without driving everyone crazy—which is definitely a win for parents too. 😂

Silent Basketball for Quiet Indoor Play

Sports cards are definitely making a comeback! Grab football, basketball or baseball depending on what they’re into. They can collect them, trade with friends and hunt for their favorite players—and opening the packs is half the fun!

Trading Cards & Sports Cards in Store & Online

Perfect for hanging over their bedroom door so they can shoot hoops whenever they want. Just be prepared to hear a basketball bouncing from their room approximately 400 times a day. 😂

Mini Basketball Hoop - Portable & Adjustable

Such a good gift for an active tween! They can bring it outside with friends, to the beach, camping or pretty much anywhere. Easy to learn, competitive and something that gets them off the electronics for a little while!

GoSports Slammo Outdoor Game Set - Beach Lawn ...

Style, Accessories, Personal Gifts

Light up their room! Color-changing LED lights for decorating a bedroom, gaming setup, desk, or TV area. Many include a remote or app controls and different lighting effects.

LED Light Strips: Smart Color Changing Buy Now Collection

A little Bluetooth speaker is perfect for listening to music in their room, outside, or when they’re hanging out with friends. Small, useful, and something they’ll actually use! Side note, we have the JLab speakers at home, they are amazing and affor...

Bluetooth Speakers

A comfy hoodie is always a good idea, especially if you can find one with their favorite team, game, brand or character on it. It’s one of those gifts they’ll probably wear all the time.

Boys Hoodies and Pullovers. Nike.com

Find one with something they’re into—Minecraft, Pokémon, Fortnite, sports, or their favorite team. It’s practical, but still something they’ll be excited to open.

Kids' Blankets & Throws : Target

This is a great gift for the tween who is always losing their charger. A charging station keeps their phone, earbuds or smartwatch in one spot—which might help keep the cords from disappearing too. 😂

Wireless Chargers | MagSafe & Qi Phone Charging Pads

Tweens are getting to that age where having their own wallet feels pretty grown up. Pick out a cool wallet and throw $5 or $10 or a gift-card inside for a little extra surprise.

Kids Wallets for Boys | Mario, Spider-Man, & More

If they’re a Crocs kid, this is SUCH an easy stocking stuffer! You can find charms for gaming, sports, food, characters and pretty much anything else they’re into. Let them completely customize their Crocs to match their personality.

Personalize Your Pair with Jibbitz™ Charms

So maybe not something they are going to jump up and down about but…These are actually SO useful, especially for kids who play outdoor sports or spend a lot of time outside. Charge the rechargeable ones up, stick them in their pockets and they have w...

Hand Warmers

For the older tween who is starting to care about smelling good! A small cologne or body spray set makes them feel a little more grown up. Just maybe explain that we don’t need 37 sprays at once before handing it over like with my kiddo 🤣

Axe Sprays

These little drawstring bags are perfect for that age where they suddenly have stuff they want to carry around but definitely aren’t carrying Mom’s bag anymore. 😂 Great for their phone, wallet, snacks and all the other random things they collect. If...

Drawstring Backpacks - Bags

Honestly, you can’t go wrong with snacks! Fill a box with their favorite chips, candy, jerky, popcorn, drinks and other goodies. You could even throw in a small Roblox, Xbox, PlayStation or Nintendo gift card to make it extra fun.

Snackle Boxes: Durable Containers for Snacks & Storage

Fidgets, Toys & Just For Fun

I swear kids of all ages love these things! 😂 They’re super squishy, fun to fidget with, and honestly kind of addicting even for adults. Perfect for keeping their hands busy while watching TV, riding in the car, or just hanging out. They come in a t...

NeeDoh

Not just a regular remote-control car! Stunt cars can flip, spin and do all kinds of tricks, which makes them way more fun to play with.

Remote Control Cars Toys | RC Cars for Kids & Adults

Nerf blasters are always a hit! They can have battles with their friends or siblings, although you may want to set a few rules before darts start flying through the entire house. 😂

Nerf : Toy Blasters

What tween boy wouldn’t think a drone was cool? A small beginner drone lets them learn how to fly it and do tricks without spending a fortune on one. There are so many great affordable options out there as well!

Drones

For The Adventurer

Sometimes the old-school toys are still the best! Give them a set of walkie talkies and suddenly they’re running around the house or outside talking to each other instead of texting from the next room. 😂 Great for siblings, friends, camping and outd...

Walkie Talkies | 2-Way Radios

This would be SO cool for a kid who loves being outside and exploring! They can search the yard, beach or campground for coins and other little treasures. And you just KNOW they’re going to be convinced they’re about to uncover buried treasure. 😂

Metal Detectors