Christmas gift ideas for teenage boys
The last few Christmas’s I have really struggled for gift ideas for Lewis. At almost thirteen, and receiving presents from both us and his Dad each Christmas, he already has a bike, a scooter, a playstation 4, an Xbox, an ipad, a phone and everything else he could possibly want or need. But even at his age, I don’t want him to wake up on Christmas morning to just an envelope of cash, because although he no longer believes in Father Christmas, I still want to experience the look on his face when he’s opening his presents with the youngest three.
Thanks to some good suggestions from friends on Facebook, and managing to drag a few ideas out of Lewis, I have a few presents in mind, so for those of you still struggling, hopefully you will find some inspiration in the second of my gift guides!
1. The Midnight Gang, by David Walliams.
The Midnight Gang tells an extraordinarily heart warming and, of course, funny story of five children on a hospital ward – and on a quest for adventure! It is a story of friendship and magic – and of making dreams come true. Readers are set to be utterly spellbound by this heartfelt story that will bring magic to everyone’s Christmas. Currently £5 from Amazon.
2. Lords Full Double plastic cricket set
This full practice set is perfect for young and aspiring cricketers. The set contains a pair of stumps, two bats and a ball and is perfect for play and practice anywhere. RRP £30 Available to buy here at the Lords on-line shop.
3. Personalised chocolate from Morsetoad
Starting from just £2.75 you can send a personalised message this Christmas, made entirely of chocolate! There are so many options ranging from funny to romantic, or invent your own message with a photo upload of your choice. Visit www.morsetoad.com for more details.
4. Play Station VR
Although costly, this is the must have item for teens this year. The new PlayStation VR adds a Virtual Reality system to the PS4 console so you can experience games in an entirely new way. You’ll be at the centre of the action, living every detail of extraordinary new worlds – and you’ll feel like you’re actually inside the game. Available from £349.99.
5. North Face backpack.
North Face seems to be hugely popular amongst teenagers at the moment, and this would make a great school bag. Currently reduced to £40 here at JD sports.
6. Oral B Pro 650 Electric toothbrush.
If you’re teens are anything like Lewis, everything is too much effort – including cleaning their teeth. I love this electric toothbrush, currently half price at £25 from Debenhams, and at least I can be assured that Lewis is brushing his teeth properly, even if he isn’t making his bed!
7. Grow your own Venus fly trap.
This kit comes with everything you need to grown your own Venus Fly Trap, and it’s definitely something that Lewis would love. I found this on www.findmeagift.co.uk where you can find just about anything for a loved one this Christmas on any budget. RRP £12.95.
8. Lynx Elite Touch Speaker Gift Set.
I’m sure that every teenage boy receives a Lynx Gift Set at one time in their lives, and this one is fab. Not only does it come with two sprays and a shower gel, but it also contains a Magic Touch Speaker that amplifies music directly from your smartphone. Currently half price at £7 from Tesco.
9. Retro sweets gift hamper.
They don’t make sweets like they used to, and as a child of the 80’s these are some of my favourite. I love that our children can have a taste of our childhood with these hampers, this one is from www.alloccasionsweetshop.co.uk and is £29.95.
I hope that you enjoyed my Christmas gift guide, look out for my very own Christmas wish list this week!
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Loving these ideas for teenage boys especially the toothbrush, I notice many seem to forego tooth hygiene for some reason lol.
MELANIE EDJOURIAN recently posted…Age 2 Verbal Development
Yes! It’s so important that we keep reminding them how precious their teeth are, even when they are far too old for us to sit over them making sure they do it properly! xx
I never gave a problem buying for our girls but the boys are a nightmare. Thanks for some ideas!!
Completely agree, boys are really hard work when it comes to gifts! My son never has any idea of what he wants but then he still likes surprises, girls are way easier! xx
Great ideas. Thanks. Grow your own venus fly trap is very cool #picknmix
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We had one in the past and it was really cool to see it grow, I’m hoping Santa brings one for Lewis so I can watch it too, ha! xx
Great ideas here. If I’m honest I’m useless at buying for boys! Thanks for linking up to That Friday Linky #ThatFridayLinky
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Boys are such hard work! I could buy and buy for older girls but buying for boys is so difficult! xx
Even though I don’t have boys I often wonder what the heck I would buy them. I think my hubby would like some of this!! xx #thatfridaylinky
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Boys are hard work! I think my husband would like these things too, probably why he suggests we buy things for Lewis in the first place! xx
OOoh now that Sweetie Hamper looks amazing and it is full of my favourites never mind the teens!
Haha and me too, I’d end up eating it! xx
Some great ideas here…I’m terrible at buying for teenage boys (and grown up ones!)
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Me too! I’m amazed I managed to come up with nine! Posting a mens gift guide tomorrow! xx
Some great ideas! I have ten nieces and nephews who are all very difficult to buy for and as someone who got more toiletries as a child than i could use in a year, i particularly like the speaker with the lynx set – two gifts in one! #thatfridaylinky
I think every teenage boy has had a Lynx set at some point in their lives! I used to get so many toiletries, these days I still do! xx
Mine would be in his element with a sweet hamper but he is about to get a brace so has to cut down on sugar
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Ahh that will be hard over Christmas with so many goodies about! Good luck! xx
I have a teenage boy and as when my oldest 2 were younger, I use to find it difficult what to pick for them at this age. Great ideas here, I know my son would love these guifts.
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Teenagers are hard work, everything seems to cost a fortune at that age too! I miss the days my son was happy with an action figure! xx
David Walliams is a great author and the Midnight Gang sounds like a good read for teenage boys. Some great picks!
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He’s a fab author, I’ve read all of his books and can’t wait to read this too! xx
Great list teenage boys are a nightmare to buy for I know with my one Thanks for linking to the #THAT FRIDAY LINKY come back next week please
They really are hard work, girls are so much easier to buy for! Thanks for hosting Nige, see you next week! xx
This has been really helpful as I never know what to get my cousin. Saying that that retro sweets hamper is something I’d want for sure x
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Boys are hard, especially older boys! I’d love the retro sweets too! xx
My eldest is 10 and a half, and luckily, she still believes in the magic! I have the same issue as in she no longer wants toys and has mainly asked for clothes or money to go shopping with. But again, I don’t want her just to have money. I love the grow your own Venus flytrap! Sarah #FabFridayPost
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It’s hard isn’t it when they are older, Lewis just wants play station games and clothes but I love him to have some surprises. The venus fly traps are fab, we’ve had one before and Lewis loved it! xx
Thank you for this inspiration. I’m sorting gifts for my 13 year old and it’s tough! 🙂
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Great ideas! I always struggle with presents for teenage boys.
Teenage boys are so hard to buy for, especially when they already have everything! xx
Great suggestions here. OMG! My OH would love the Play Station VR! Wowzaa!
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I think my son would too although he hasn’t asked for one, they do look amazing! xx
brilliant suggestions! I find my teenage brother so hard to buy for but you’ve definitely given me some inspiration x
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Thank you! xx
Some brilliant ideas. Older boys are so hard to buy for, I’ve struggled more this year! Thanks for linking up to #PicknMix
Stevie xx
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Older boys are hard work! See you tomorrow morning! xx