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The 28 Best Gifts for Boys of All Ages That Pass the “Whoa, That’s Cool” Check

Collage of gifts for boys.

Written by Jennifer Heilbron


With 3 sons (ages 6, 8 and 16) who each have very specific ideas on what they want for gifts, I’ve gotten very good at compiling lists for family and friends. Every holiday season, I find myself literally scrolling to the end of the internet to find gifts that I can be confident will warrant a “Cooool! Thank you!” reaction without me giving one of those side-eye mom looks.

 

This year, I’m making life even easier for my gift-givers and sending them to Amazon (and Evite!) for easy ordering and delivery. From stomp rockets to eGift cards to virtual reality headsets, I’ve rounded up 28 amazing gifts at all price points for boys aged 4–8, 8–12 and 12–16 (and trust me, these have been boy-approved).

You’re welcome, bruh.

Gifts for Ages 4–8

1

Marble Run Magnetic Tiles

$

$

19.99

$

MAGNA-TILES are perhaps the most used toy in our house. I love the fun variation with the marble run on a classic go-to!

2

Catch & Toss

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$

26.99

$

I love keeping a catch & toss set in my car for the park or beach, but it’s also a great go-to for a rainy day activity with all the boys in my house!

3

Stomp Rockets

$

$

24.99

$

Another game that the kids love to take out—especially when friends are over and they can take turns stomping and fetching!

4

Interactive Globe

$

$

39.99

$

For the curious kiddo, this is a fun way to learn about the world in an interactive way (and also for mommy to plan her next vacation).

5

Target eGift Card

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$

$

$5-250

You can never ever go wrong giving a Target eGift card to a kid! For an extra treat, make a date to take him shopping to pick out his special gift. Or let me use his card “for him.”

6

Instant Print Camera

$

$

39.99

$

If you have a child that loves to use your phone to take photos, this is a super fun gift for a kid with creativity and an eye for making mommy look good in the picture. (This is about me right?)

7

Cooking Set

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$

44.99

$

I love having the boys help me in the kitchen. This set is stacked with all the necessary tools for “the chef.” Pair it with your favorite easy recipe and make a date to cook with your kiddo!

8

Big Boy Bike

$

$

199.99

$

If your kid is still using training wheels or on the brink of ready-to-let-it-rip, this is a great bike at a great deal!

9

Bounce House

$

$

448.99

$

Here’s the deal: All children and I mean ALL, love a bouncy house. This is a big ticket item but if you want the wow factor, an inflatable that can hold up to 6 kids is an amazing gift!

Gifts for Ages 8–12

10

Bottle Flip Challenge

$

$

11.49

$

If there is a boy, and there is a bottle, there will be a flip. I love this game as it gives this viral stunt a little structure.

11

Nerf Trick Shot Golf

$

$

16.21

$

With the popularity of the YouTube Channel “Dude Perfect,” young boys are all about the trick shot. This is a great gift for a kid who wants to go pro!

12

Super Gross Chemistry Set

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$

24.89

$

As much as I hate slime, I’m all for using it as a way to explore science and create unforgettable experiments. Also, what boy won’t love anything called “Super Gross”?!

13

Football Sling Puck Board

$

$

31.99

$

Super cute gift for fun spin on football! It’s like football meets air hockey. Perfect for the family to play together or when we have playdates.

14

Crocs

$

$

29.95

$

Calling all adults: Kids are into Crocs. Trust me, I don’t get it either (especially when they wear them with socks, but you’re just going to have to lean in and trust me on this.

15

Charms for Crocs

$

$

7.99

$

And, if you’re getting them Crocs (or if their current pair needs a fresh new look), be sure to add Jibbitz for some “jazz”!

16

Waterproof Smart Watch

$

$

37.97

$

My 8-year-old is obsessed with knowing the time and being aware of the plans. This smart watch is a great alternative to the “real deal” and will make him feel like a big kid.

17

Roblox eGift Card

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$

$

$5–250

Once again, you can’t go wrong with an eGift card! Kids are crazy about Roblox and parents are reluctant to pay for it. In walks the eGift card!

18

Ninja Warrior Obstacle Course

$

$

149.98

$

How awesome is this set! Our boys are constantly trying to recreate American Ninja Warrior, but using my couch pillows and dining room chairs needs to stop! Adding this to cart stat!

19

EzyRoller Classic Ride

$

$

109.00

$

The EzyRoller is the number one thing friends that come over run to when we go outside. It’s so good, our boys are asking for another one this year!

Gifts for Ages 12–16

20

Charging Station & Bluetooth Speaker

$

$

31.99

$

Welcome to teenage land: Where phones and access to music take priority over everything. This is a gift he would love (and needs)!

21

Designer Cologne Sampler

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$

27.99

$

Much to my dismay, my teenager and all of his buddies are obsessed with cologne. This is the perfect gift so he can try all the designer colognes without dragging me, sneezing, through the mall.

22

Cologne Organizer

$

$

37.99

$

Pro tip: Get an organizer to go with the cologne so your teen’s room doesn’t look like the fragrance department at Macy’s.

23

Champion Hoodie

$

$

22.99

$

Hoodies are LIFE in the world of teenage land! My boy lives and dies for his hoodies—especially the Champion ones for a cool ’fit look.

24

Portable Charger

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$

25.99

$

My son’s phone battery is almost always about to die and now that he’s starting to drive and go to parties, it makes me super nervous. No more excuses! This charger is small and affordable.

25

Portable Speaker

$

$

39.95

$

My son is constantly asking to borrow our big Sonos to bring with him on team bus rides or overnights at his friends’ places. This portable charger he can clip on to his backpack is perfect.

26

Carhartt Beanie

$

$

24.99

$

Another simple ’fit upgrade to consider for your teen! This beanie has the cool factor for the cooler months! We love the Carhartt brown with a cream color hoodie and a brown pair of cords.

27

All-in-One Virtual Reality Headset

$

$

249.00

$

Looking for a big-ticket item that your teen will flip for? Get him a virtual reality headset. From walking through cities to flying, you'll have so much fun getting in on the AI world with your guy.

28

Starbucks eGift Card

$

$

$

$5–250

Last and certainly not least, an eGift card to Starbucks for the teen that’s constantly asking for money to go get “coffee” (read: giant cups of sugar and whipped cream over ice)!

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Jennifer is a writer, mom of 3 and shopaholic. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband, 3 sons and endless amounts of Amazon deliveries.

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