Christmas
Gift Guide for
a Teen Boy
Shopping for a teen boy at Christmas is a whole different challenge.
They're too old for most toys, but somehow still want things that cost considerably more than they did when they were little!
So I've put together this gift guide using things my own 14-year-old likes, things we've bought and know he'll use, and a few things that are on our radar for Christmas this year.
There are ideas for gamers, Pokemon fans, sporty teenagers, creative kids and a few practical presents that might not be particularly exciting on Christmas morning but will actually get used.
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Gifts for a Teen Boy he will Actually Use and Love....
Ive put together a list of ideas, mostly from gifts my son already owns and has loved. Hopefully you can find some inspiration from it....
Hitster Board Game
Ive added this to my teen daughters gift list guide too as its such a great game for all ages really. It has been such a hit in our house from our youngest son to the grandparents. Everyone can play this game, scan the QR code on the back of the card to play a clip of a song (anything between 1924-2024) enjoy the tune then decide what year it was released and pop it in your timeline. First to 10 wins!
Pokemon Lego
My son has recently got back into Lego. He purchased some of the new Pokemon sets with his own money and it's an easy idea for me to be able to pick up another set for him for Christmas!
One of the sets he bought himself was this Genera set which he enjoyed building-
Nintendo Switch 2
We have the original Nintendo Switch but this newer version is on his Wishlist
Trendy Alarm Clock
Last Christmas my son had a small bedroom update and one thing he asked for was an alarm clock. He loved this one which has a simple trendy style and he can check the time overnight or in the morning without having to reach for his phone.
Basketball
Another gift my son got last year and had used alot this year is a simple basketball, this is a good quality one., perfect easy gift for a teen boy!
Columbia Zip up Fleece
I bought this for my son this year when he was doing his Duke of Edinburgh award and had to pack a fleece. I wanted to get one that he would get alot of wear out of. He's commented a few times on how much he likes it, it's trendy but very warm and cosy!
LED Bedroom Lights
Every teen boy gamers bedroom accessory! These are very easy to put up, stick them around the corners of the ceiling or around the edges or a door or bookcase. They can be changed to so many different colours..
Pull up Bar
This isn't something you would find on the standard teen gift guide maybe but it's something my son is really enjoying using at the moment and im all for it! My son is desperate to be able to go to the gym but isn't old enough yet. We got him one of these pull up bars just just hook over the door frame and he has used it loads and has been setting himself challenges!
Nike Sports Socks
Ok Nike socks! Both of my sons have white Nike socks and it got to the point where I was sick of them getting them so grubby I started picking up cheap white sport socks from Asda etc instead. Nike socks are a treat now and they are more than happy to get them for gifts so I will be picking up a pack for both my sons...
Wash Bag
My son went away for the weekend with school recently and I made a mental note that a wash bag would be a good gift idea for him, I managed to get this one of offer and it comes with some bits inside that makes it a bit more interesting!
Posca Drawing Pens
My son has recently got back into drawing and I love that he has and is spending less time gaming. These Posca pens are on his wish list, he has the black ones at the moment and they are very good quality pens.
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