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Preteen Boy Win List
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items Fun, practical, and energy-burning gifts for boys who are growing fast and into everything. Games, gadgets, and cool-factor approved.
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Cool Stuff He’ll Actually Use
Fun But Sneaky Smart
Tween Hygiene
Cool Stuff He’ll Actually Use
For the pre-teen boy who says “I don’t care” but definitely cares. These are the things he’ll use daily, show his friends, and secretly think are awesome.
Learn from my mistake, get the 200ft. The 100 ft wasn't enough and we had to buy more.
DAYBETTER 200ft LED Strip Lights RGB Music Sync
If he's a gamer, get this headset with a built in mic. Just learn from my mistake and put it up away from the dog.
Stealth 600 Headset (Gen 3)
If you're getting a bluetooth speaker (and you should) go ahead and get the best. Turtlebox is the best.
Turtlebox Ranger
This is a daily use. Magnetic so no risk of a pointy edge jabbing in.
Foster & Rye Double Sided Games Set with Magnetic Dart Board and Hunting Target Bullseye Drinking Game, Hang Anywhere, Includes 6 Darts
This is the headlamp you want, the rechargeable one! Don't get one that takes batteries, ain't nobody got time to be changing batteries out.
Kobalt 850-Lumen 6 -Mode LED Rechargeable Headlamp
Get these long range walkie talkies, not the ones from the toy isle.
Midland Walkie Talkies
Not ready fro an expensive watch? Get this waterproof one. It's durable and tactical looking.
Casio Men's Water-Resistant Black and Green Digital Watch - W-218H-3AVCF
Fun But Sneaky Smart
Gifts that feel fun, but low-key build skills, creativity, and confidence. He won’t even realize he’s learning.
Coding but for kids. Help them prepare for the future but make it fun.
Coding for Kids with Minecraft - Ages 9+ Java Mods
Building a robot with their own hands makes them feel accomplished. Encourage learning and make it fun.
JBeeCtrl 13-in-1 Solar Power Robots Toys for Boys Age 8-11 STEM Toys Educational Building Science Kit for Kids Christams Gift for 8 9 10 11 12 Year Old Boys Blue - Walmart.com
The game that teases the brain. They're having fun while working the brain.
Educational Insights Kanoodle 3D Brain Teaser Puzzle Game, 227 Challenges, Ages 7+
If they learn the basics of Python while young, they're already ahead.
Python Programming for Beginners: Complete Crash Course
Learn Geography but not in the boring way. This is especially great if you travel.
Dr. STEM: Interactive Talking Globe - Touch & Learn, Geographic Education Learning Set, Smart Pen, Electronic Game Panel, 300 Quiz Questions, Kids 6+
Drop the flash-cards with this interactive math game.
Educational Insights Math Whiz Electronic Math Game, Elementary School Learning Toy, Gift for Kids Ages 6 and up
Tween Hygiene
This is the age where you need to start teaching hygiene. These basics are a good place to start.
This complete kit includes facial cleansers, facial pads, lotion, and body wash, as well as body spray. Teach them self care from an early age.
Ultimate Skin & Body Kit for Tweens and Teens - JB Skrub | Ulta Beauty
Pimple patches are a staple in any home with teens.
JB SKRUB Pimple Patches with Salicylic Acid & Niacinamide, 3 Packs
Boys are always on the go, these wipes are perfect to throw in a bag and be there when they need a quick wipe down.
DUDE Wipes Flushable Wipes 48 Count Unscented