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Of all the people on your holiday list, a tween/teen boy could be the hardest. These young men are still young at heart but often have sophisticated—and sometimes pricey—taste. Here’s a wide range of ideas any tween/teen boy would love!

Get the entire neighborhood out for this updated classic game that now glows!

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Chances are, your son loves music and long showers. Combine his two favorite pastimes with a waterproof shower speaker that syncs up with his phone. 

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Young boys have it hard enough without worrying about cutting themselves with a razor every morning.

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Perfect for any tech-savvy tween/teen who loves his tunes.

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Give a boy a drone, and he’ll be occupied for hours!

 

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Too young for a car but too old for a bike? Let your son get from here to there in style with a skateboard. 

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Teens love movies, and this portable mini-projector allows them to enjoy cinema anywhere at any time.

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Perfect for when you make your son go shovel the walk or for epic snowball fights. 

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Have a teen that loves to watch Netflix in bed? This flexible tablet stand is perfect for beds, couches or any uneven surface.

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He can trick out his bedroom with this easy-to-install LED light kit. He can easily use the remote to change colors and speed.

 

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Because no boy is ever too old to tinker. This mug includes a pack of building bricks and is compatible with other brick brands he likely already has.

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Get him the gaming system that lets him play the games he wants, wherever he is, however he likes. Includes parental control options.

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Have a boy who loves gaming and music? This is a fast-paced game and mixer all in one. He can experiment with mixing song on his own or play with friends.

 

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He can be cozy at home or comfortable during practice. Choose between lined and unlined as well as a variety of colors.

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Have an aspiring photographer in the family? He can amp up his Instagram game and produce awesome family photos with this smartphone camera lens.

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There’s a lot a young man in the making needs to succeed as he grows up and prepares to make his way in the world. There are many important skills and character traits he should acquire he might not be quick to ask how to do because, well then, people would know he doesn’t know what he is doing, just yet. For all the guys out there who want to have it all together, Jonathan Catherman offers this collection of 100 step-by-step instructions on almost everything a guy needs to know, including how to: wear cologne correctly; grill a steak; tie a tie; manage money; talk to a girl; plan a date; write a résumé; ask for a reference; clean a bathroom; throw darts; change a tire; behave during a traffic stop; fold a shirt; clear a sink drain; and find a stud in a wall. With great illustrations and supporting social media, this all-in-one makes the perfect gift for a young man.

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Laser tag is no longer confined to a stuffy, indoor arena. With this set, up to four people can play in your home, backyard, or neighborhood.

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He can charge all his devices at one with this charging station. It can handle a smart watch, earbuds and a phone, keeping everything organized and in one place.

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A lawn game that’s perfect for the beach, the park or the backyard, Spikeball is a cross between volleyball and foursquare. It’s a tough one, so he’ll definitely work up a sweat while getting some fresh air — all healthy things.

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Take his gaming cave to the next level with a gamepad shaped neon sign.

 

 

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For always-hungry teens, a Cravebox snack package can be shipped to your boy, whether he’s at home or college.

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With a light-up basketball, it’s never too late to play.

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This lamp has four different levels of brightness, and also a range of different colors, so he can get his room to look the exact way he wants it. It also works as a bluetooth speaker, so he can use it to play his favorite tunes.

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This backpack is big enough to hold everything he needs, with a separate compartment to hold a laptop. There’s also a separate pocket for media with a port for headphone wires, if he hasn’t switched to AirPods yet.

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For the creative kid, this kit allows him to flex his creative muscles by creating his own comic book.

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With up to 40 hours of battery life, these headphones are great for every day use.

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Whether playing inside or out, this set of walkie-talkies brings extra fun to just about every activity. More colors to choose from.

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This BMX style bike’s lightweight design makes it perfect for speeding around the neighborhood and trying out new tricks.

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For the on-the-go kid, clip this insulated water bottle on to a backpack and trust that beverages will be kept at ideal temperatures all day. Available in a variety of colors and designs.

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Similar to a skateboard but with two wheels instead of four allows for unique twisting and carving that can only be likened to the flow found in surfing and snowboarding.

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This compact, over-the-door-hoop will easily fit in his room.

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He can safely cruise around in style with wheel lights.

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This best-selling adventure book is perfect tweens, who will appreciate the solve-it-yourself mystery within.

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The perfect chair for playing video games, watching TV, or flipping through magazines.

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Never hear “my phone died” as an excuse again. This powerful charger is small enough to take anywhere.

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If he’s a Fortnite fan, he’ll appreciate a new take on this classic game.

 

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A comfy, adjustable chair made specifically for gaming, that reclines and swivels too.

 

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This robot doubles as a science kit that teaches the basics of robotics.

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This slim trifold design is a good starter wallet that’s also waterproof.

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A guitar “bundle” is a great gift for any first-time musician. It features the guitar itself, plus a gig bag, tuner, strings, strap, picks, and more.

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Whether he already have some cooking know-how or your kitchen skills are limited to pressing buttons on the microwave, young men can create their own flavor-packed, homemade meals―without a hassle. The Super Easy Teen Cookbook is filled with recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert, and snacktime―all of which you can easily prepare without any cooking experience.

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If he takes pride in his sneaker style, this floating display lets him show off his favorite pair of kicks with something like magic.

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These Tile buttons stick to anything, helping that forgetful teen keep tabs on everything from their phone to the TV remote to their keys.

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Fanny packs, ahem, waist packs, have made a comeback, especially when strapped across the chest. This highly rated brand offers a variety of colors and patterns to choose from.

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A comfortable hoodie never goes out of style, and this one is highly rated with a variety of colors to choose from.

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From the classic brick building brand, comes a set that’s challenging enough for big kids. The Lego Architecture Skyline series features a variety of city skyline model kits, such as Tokyo, that are perfect for big kids who want something interesting to display rather than something to play with.j

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This series about a teen who dreams about being a lawyer and gets pulled into the courtroom much sooner than he expects is a highly rated option for boys who love to read.

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This responsive yoyo allows him to learn tons of cool tricks. This set includes everything he needs to get started—two yoyo’s, extra strings, a glove, and a case.

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This sunglass style is what all the kids are wearing right now! Ideal for sports, the pool, or just everyday wear, the polarized lenses protect eyes—and they look pretty cool, too!

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This blanket is as cozy as it his hilarious. Other designs include a waffle, cookie, or pizza.

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The Manual to Manhood

There’s a lot a young man in the making needs to succeed as he grows up and prepares to make his way in the world. There are many important skills and character traits he should acquire he might not be quick to ask how to do because, well then, people would know he doesn’t know what he is doing, just yet. For all the guys out there who want to have it all together, Jonathan Catherman offers this collection of 100 step-by-step instructions on almost everything a guy needs to know, including how to: wear cologne correctly; grill a steak; tie a tie; manage money; talk to a girl; plan a date; write a résumé; ask for a reference; clean a bathroom; throw darts; change a tire; behave during a traffic stop; fold a shirt; clear a sink drain; and find a stud in a wall. With great illustrations and supporting social media, this all-in-one makes the perfect gift for a young man.

 

 

Grab the Manual to Middle School for the younger set, too!

 

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