Twelve-year-old boys are at a sensitive age when they are just discovering their preferences but are also open to new and exciting ideas. Every boy is an individual so there’s no formula when it comes to picking a gift that will keep their attention and lead to hours of fun. We’ve done the research to make your life easier and come up with 75 ideas for gifts for your boys. We’re confident that these gifts will enrich your children’s lives and leave you breathing a sigh of relief. Whatever the occasion we’ve found some options for you.
Christmas Gifts For 12 Year Old Boys
Is Christmas around the corner and you’re not sure what gift to get the 12-year-old boy in your family? We’ve got you covered with the best selection of Christmas gifts for 12-year-old boys money can buy.
Mega Cyborg Hand STEM Experiment Kit
This gift will definitely keep your young boys occupied for many hours on end. Designed for the tinkerers, building and playing with this gift will lead to a lot of fun as well as teaching basic principles of physics. Educational and fun, what more could you want? Additionally, no batteries are required as it uses manual power aided by hydraulic pressure. This one will be a sure-fire success with your budding genius.
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Marvin’s Magic – Fifty Greatest Card Tricks Set
Is your son a fan of magic? Does he like to amaze and delight everyone around him with tricks that have no apparent explanation? This is the perfect gift idea for him. He will be able to expand his repertoire of tricks with these selected 50 techniques presented in this special package. All of the tricks have been specially chosen so that they are easily learned and mastered by children. The set comes with 5 card sets as well as an app to learn bonus tricks.
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Glow in The Dark Basketball
Any dedicated basketball fan will absolutely love this particular item. How many times has your son had to stop playing because there isn’t enough light? No longer! With this ball, play can be extended into the darkness by simply activating the inner lights with a bounce. It features two LED’s and preinstalled batteries that last for a long time ensuring that the focus is on having fun and improving those skills. Sturdy and durable, you will find this product lasts for a long time.
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Interactive Glow in The Dark T-Shirt.
This t-shirt is available in a variety of sizes and colors and will make sure that your son is the life of the party. Using the included Glow torch, designs can be drawn onto the reflective area of the t shirt. Designs will last for a few minutes before fading away leaving a blank canvas for the endless creativity of your child. The best thing is that if you lose the Glow torch, it will still work with a mobile phone’s flashlight.
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Hover Shot – Orblitz Floating Ball Shooting Game
Are you looking for a fun gift to help improve your boy’s hand to eye coordination as well as to keep them engrossed in a fun activity? Look no further than this particular gift. There are five floating targets. The idea is to shoot them accurately with the included gun and bullets. The game becomes even more fun when the lights go off as the targets and bullets glow in the dark.
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NERF Disruptor Elite Blaster
Who doesn’t love a shootout with a NERF blaster? This gift will have your boy occupied for hours on end. Better yet, buy yourself one as well and challenge them for even more fun. It holds six darts in its quickdraw blaster and can fire individually or in rapid succession (slam fire mode) depending on the number of targets. Each dart can be fired up to 90 feet. The package comes with six elite darts and extra darts can also be purchased.
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Tin Can Robot
This robot only needs a metal drink can to complete its construction. No special tool or knowledge is required and the kit comes with detailed instructions on how to complete this toy. Asides from teaching basic engineering principles it also teaches the value of recycling which we think is an important lesson for every child to learn. Requires one AA battery (not supplied).
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Gravity Maze Marble Run Brain Game
This logic game will have your boy strategizing and developing his critical thinking and spatial reasoning skills in an effort to complete the puzzles. Simple in concept yet complex in practice this gift will teach and entertain in equal measure. Comes equipped with a game grid, nine towers, one target piece, and three marbles. It requires very little setup and with over 60 challenges ranging from beginner to expert, we are sure that this is one present that won’t be ignored.
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Air Hogs Gravitor with Trick Stick
Once your son learns the basics of this amazing toy, he will be unstoppable. It allows indoor hovering flight using the hands, feet, or any part of the body as a base. Extremely simple to operate and learn, it senses altitude. Whether playing individually or with friends, progressively complex tricks can be learned to amaze others with physical creativity and inventiveness. With its durable construction, this gift will grab everyone’s attention and keep it for hours on end. Comes with a charging cable, instruction manual, and an extra trick stick.
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Robotics Catapult
Is your son a construction aficionado? We’ve got just the gift for him. This robotics catapult will challenge him to build and operate machinery based on potential and kinetic energy. Combining the best of historical machines and modern construction practices this toy will educate your young boy about scientific principles as well as inspire him with hands-on learning. This gift features two possible models as well as the poss
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Jellyfish Lava Lamp
This amazing present will amaze and inspire curiosity in your growing boy in equal measure. Not to mention that after a long day, it will help him to relax and get to sleep. Featuring multiple modes of lighting and color, the dancing jellyfish will enthrall the imagination of your boy with its soothing deep-sea atmosphere. Equipped with an ultra-quiet water pump that helps in relieving stress and anxiety. It only requires water and a few drops of dish soap for operation. Perfect for any lover of marine life, young or old.
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TrueBalance Coordination Game
Looking for a gift that is easy and fun to play with for all ages? This screen free option is just the thing you’ve been looking for. It will stimulate the focus and concentration of your boy as well as develop fine motor and sensory skills and hand to eye coordination. Sturdy construction means longlasting fun for all the members of the family. This one is the winner of the Creative Kids Toy of The Year for 2018.
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LED Frisbee
Upgrade your kids’ frisbee game this Christmas! This 36-LED frisbee has eight smart modes as well as motion sensors, so it can easily be adjusted to the desired brightness level and timer mode. When fully charged, it lasts for up to a thousand throws, which is equivalent to hours of fun! Your 12-year-old will light up when he finds this under the Christmas tree.
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Set of 2 LED Hover Balls
He’ll definitely get a kick out of these! Perfect for indoor and outdoor use, these LED soccer balls hover over the ground for a smooth gliding experience. They feature soft foam bumpers, which protect the internal components as well as your furniture from damage, and they’re easy on your child’s feet. The flashing LED lights mean the kicking fun doesn’t have to stop when it gets dark.
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Indoor and Outdoor Moving Basketball Hoop
This Christmas gift is a slam dunk! Your kids can work on their shooting skills as well as their hand-eye coordination with this mini basketball hoop that can move automatically. It’s easy to install and high-quality, made from non-toxic ABS plastic and durable metal. It’s the perfect gift for basketball enthusiasts!
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“National Geographic” Science Magic Kit
It’s a #1 Best Seller for a reason! Combine science and magic, and you have a gift that’ll keep your 12-year-old entertained for hours! This “National Geographic” magic science kit enables your preteen to conduct 50 experiments that will blow his (and your) mind! From bending metal with water to making a coin float, an educational experience has never been this magical before. The set includes a magician’s wand and white gloves — as it should!
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Xbox Series X
It boasts next-generation speed and performance! You can’t go wrong with an Xbox, and the Xbox Series X is the fastest, most powerful one to date. Your kids can select from thousands of games from four generations of console games and can download more than 100 games. Be sure to set a gaming time limit if you want them to put the controls down.
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Soontrans Gaming Chair with Footrest
Every gamer needs a gaming chair and the Soontrans computer gaming chair is one of the best there is. It combines the latest ergonomic design with premium quality PU leather. Coupled with the high-density foam and its adjustability, the only danger is that it may be a little too comfortable!
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Sceptre Curved 24″ 75Hz Professional LED Monitor
For a revolutionary visual experience that every gamer dreams of, we present this professional LED monitor. The leading 1800R-screen curved display gives the appearance of the images wrapping around you for a truly vivid, immersive experience. It also has an anti-flicker feature which delivers a clearer picture, because no one likes a flickering backlight. Additionally, it has a 75Hz refresh rate, which will give your gamer a visibility edge.
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Ultra Bionic Blaster
Ready, aim, buy! Why get your preteen a robotic glove when they can build their own? He can construct and wear this fantastic air-powered Ultra Bionic Blaster. It can be adjusted to fit different hand sizes and comes with six standard-size foam darts. It’s great for independent play, and was a 2022 ASTRA Best Toys for Kids Winner in the science category.
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Birthday Gifts For 12 Year Old Boys
If you know a teenage boy whose turning 12 soon, it’s very important that you do your research when deciding what gift to get them for their birthday — because heaven forbid you buy them a pair of socks or a toy that they’re clearly too old for. Luckily, we’ve done the research for you and compiled an exciting list of Birthday gifts for 12-year-old boys below.
Tabletop Electric Drum Set
This one is for all budding musicians no matter the level of expertise. Who doesn’t love being able to drum beats? We haven’t yet met a boy who isn’t captivated by the ability to make noise in rhythm to their favorite music. This gift comes with everything needed to start pounding out those beats your son always wanted to. The best thing about it? It comes with headphone output so your son doesn’t bring down the house. Equipped with 70 electronic/acoustic drum kit voices as well as 50 playalong songs to perfect those musical skills.
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Over-Ear Bluetooth Headphones
These headphones are perfect for your avid music listener. They use Bluetooth 5.0 (with a range of 30 feet) for wireless listening. Each charge lasts for over 30 hours! Perfect for those extended listening sessions. Extremely comfortable to wear with adjustable ear caps and headband. There is also a builtin microphone for use with voice commands and the sound quality is unparalleled for this price. They come with batteries and a charging cable included.
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162-Piece Deluxe Mega Wood Box Art Painting and Drawing Set
This wonderful art set will provide your creative genius with everything they need to produce amazing works of art, be they pencil or crayon sketches, watercolors or oil paintings, or even oil pastel drawings. The quality of each item in this set is nothing less than professional and includes everything necessary for those masterpieces. The wooden container makes for a lovely travel case and the paints are completely non-toxic.
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Eclipse Floor Rocker
This floor rocker is the next evolution of gaming setups. It comes equipped with head rest mounted speakers that provide immersive audio for that realistic gaming experience. This gift will allow your son to pursue his gaming in great comfort with no distractions. Its design allows for rocking and reclining so there’s no tiredness even with those extended sessions. It is compatible with most gaming systems and is also conveniently foldable when not in use, though you may find your boy will use it even when not gaming. Lastly, its sleek looks match with any state-of-the-art gaming system.
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Laser Tag Guns with Vests Set of 4
It used to be that if you wanted to enjoy a game of laser-tag, you’d have to go to a special arena and pay for the experience. With this present, you can enjoy the same experience anywhere you like, whether at home or outdoors. This complete set will allow the entire family to participate in epic battles. With an extended array of features and various weapon modes, this one is sure to provide many hours of hugely fun battles.
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3D Moon Lamp
This magical lamp will turn your room into a galactic experience. With a total of 16 color transformations available, it will relax and soothe even the most tired and anxious minds at the end of the day. Use it as a nightlight or as a lamp and it is equally as amazing. It comes included with remote control and is also touch activated. There are 4 display modes with dimmable lighting. This one is sure to be a hit with you boy.
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Ezyroller Drifter Pro-X
fortnite birthday invitations digitalBeing active has never looked this cool! The Ezyroller Drifter Pro X moves like a snake and its unique back wheel design allows the rider to drift smoothly around corners. With the ongoing and alternating leg movements, the rider has complete control over the direction and speed. It has improved padding, offers back support, and has responsive braking and hands-free steering!
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5-in-1 Touch Control Night Light Bluetooth Speaker
It’s a cool gadget that will match your 12-year-old’s trendy needs! This five-in-one multifunctional Bluetooth speaker is also a touch sensor LED lamp, alarm clock, and MP3 player, and can make hands-free calls! Its functionality coupled with its creative, modern design are guaranteed to make it a hit!
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High-Speed Remote Control Boat
If your preteen has a need for speed, why not float their boat on their birthday? The high-speed remote control boat has a flip recovery function, so there’s no stopping it for long, as well as a powerful high-speed motor and a large propeller. It can dash across the surface of the water at 20+ mph and comes with a four-channel remote — which has a 393-foot signal range — that can fully control the boat’s direction.
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Sedzofan Multifunctional Smartwatch for Kids
When is a watch not just a watch? When it’s a multifunctional smartwatch and includes features like a camera, MP3 player, video recorder, games, flashlight, and so much more! It has a 1.54-inch I.P.S. H.D. color touch screen, making it easy to operate, and it’s made from non-toxic ABS plastic material! It’s comfortable, waterproof, and perfect for any 12-year-old boy.
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Fuzion X-3 Pro Scooter
It’s America’s Choice and we can see why! The Fuzion X-3 Pro Scooter is fitted with top-of-the-line components and comes with numerous upgrades, including an aircraft-grade aluminum deck, high-tensile steel V-bars, and more. It’s lightweight and durable, making it ideal for entry-level riders who are looking to build their skills.
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Frigidaire Micro Fridge 6-Can Beverage Cooler
It can be notoriously difficult to get kids to leave their room, so make their little haven even more comfortable! This convenient micro fridge can store their lunch, drinks, and other small snack items. It measures 10 inches by seven inches by 10 inches, making it great for small spaces, and has a flush-back design, allowing for multiple placement options.
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Apple Airpods 2nd Generation
It’s a magical listening experience! Apple’s wireless Airpods are rebuilt from the ground — or sound — up and they provide a superior listening and audio experience. The active noise cancellation is next-level and reduces even more external noise. They’re more powerful than their predecessors and deliver six hours of battery life from a single charge and over 24 hours of total listening time with the charging case. They provide voice-activated access to Siri, the setup is effortless, and they have in-ear detection!
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SpyX Night Mission Goggles
Most 12-year-old boys have dreamed of being a spy and if they haven’t, they will after being gifted these cool SpyX Night Mission Goggles. It’s no wonder they won the TILLYWIG Top Fun Award! During those stealthy night missions, the twin LED beams allow the wearer to see up to 25 feet away in the dark. The comfortable headset and adjustable head strap allow for hours of hands-free espionage!
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Kids Tactical Vest Kit for Nerf Guns
Let the Nerf gun wars begin! With this tactical vest kit, your player will be ready to take home the prize. The kit includes a vest, dart pouch, tactical mask, reload clips, protective glasses, a wrist band, and 30 refill darts! The vest has lots of room for Nerf darts, magazines, and small blasters, while the protective glasses serve a dual function; they’ll prevent any eye injuries while making the player look ultra-cool.
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Green Monster Racer
This off-roading monster racer has no boundaries and your 12-year-old will soon discover that! With its precision steering, high-strength suspension, shock-resistant bumpers, and earth-grabbing tires, it will venture wherever your child wants it to. Its high-quality construction makes it durable, ensuring many fun adventures!
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Fun Gifts For 12 Year Old Boys
Mini Drone for Kids
This mini drone is perfect as an introduction to the world of drone flying. Specially designed as a suitable toy for young and old alike, it’s easy to learn to fly and will have your son entranced from the very start. One key take off and landing as well as automatic height control make it simple to use. Headless mode makes it even easier to control without having to worry about which way the drone is facing. Its durability and speed control make it suitable for indoor as well as outdoor use. Comes with 3 batteries for extended flying time.
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Instax Camera
Combining the ease of use of digital cameras with the immediate output of polaroids is a sure fire way of capturing delightful photos wherever you go. This camera will be sure to also capture the imagination and creativity of your tween and is great as an introduction to the world of photography. It only takes a few minutes to be able to see the credit card sized photos that are taken. It even includes a mirror to make it easier to frame and take selfies. Your boy will take this gift everywhere he goes.
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MONOPOLY: Fortnite Edition
Inspired by the popular video game, this edition of Monopoly is a twist on the old board game where instead of acquiring property, players battle to survive as long as they can by claiming locations. Players strive to earn health point chips instead of money in order to survive. Great fun for the entire family and your son’s friends.
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Kids Camera Waterproof
For your budding action star, get this waterproof camera and watch them go. It is also a great vlogging camera and you can even attach it to a helmet or a bicycle for a variety of uses. Comes equipped with a built-in, longlasting battery for 1.5 hours of recording time as well as a number of accessories for a variety of uses. All you need to get started are included in the package. In no time at all, your son will be making amazing videos of his adventures.
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American Ninja Warrior Competition Obstacle Course
This gift will have your boy jumping, running, hopping, and crawling all over the place in an effort to be the ultimate ninja warrior. It can be configured in a number of ways that enable head to head, team, or timed modes for a variety of skill levels and intensities. The set comes with included diagrams for suggested courses and various pieces of equipment to construct them. The question is, will you be able to resist the temptation to race against your son?
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Table Tennis to Go
Another one for your tween sports fans. This gift item will ensure that your son can play his favorite game wherever he chooses. All you need is a table and players. Everything else is provided in this conveniently portable set. In fact, any table can be converted into a table tennis table. Gone are the days of having to buy an expensive table to play this game. Its sturdy construction means that this one will be a favorite for a long time to come.
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Laser X Revolution 4-Player Set
If you’re looking for the number one home laser tag system, your search ends here! The Laser X Revolution set for four players features advanced sensors and an interactive voice coach to offer tips. The five-inch blasters have an impressive 300-foot range, and the light and sound effects will make your kids feel as though they’re in a laser tag arena. Once they’re wearing their receiver vests, the thrilling game can begin.
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“Escape Room: The Game” Family Edition
Bring the thrilling challenge of an escape room experience to your home! If family time isn’t high on your 12-year-old’s list, “Escape Room: The Game” Family Edition will change that. This challenging, unpredictable game will have you working together as you race against the clock to escape. You’ll solve the riddles and puzzles, and win or lose as a family. But with all the fun, quality time you’ll have together, it’s still a win.
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“Not Parent Approved” Fun Card Game
This “inappropriately appropriate” game for the mischief makers is an award-winning party game that’s 100% family-friendly. Your preteen can enjoy it with you, as a family, or with their friends. It’s a hilarious card game that can be played at home, on the road, at school, or at a sleepover! The biggest rule is, they will have a good time!
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“The Don’t Laugh Challenge – 12 Year Old Edition”
If your 12-year-old loses the challenge, they laugh, and that’s still winning! “The Don’t Laugh Challenge” is exactly as it sounds — two opponents face each other in a round, they take turns reading jokes and acting out hilarious scenarios, and if the listener laughs, the reader gets a point! It’s good clean fun, and even the adults will want to play!
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“Marvel Villainous: Infinite Power” Strategy Board Game
Marvel villains, assemble! It’s a card game with a twist, where each player assumes the role of one of five Marvel villains — Thanos, Hela, Ultron, Taskmaster, and Killmonger — and they face off against the Avengers from a shared fate deck. It’s the ideal gift for the Marvel-loving preteen in your life!
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Pindaloo Skill Game Toy
Don’t let its looks deceive you — this highly addictive juggling game is both fun and challenging, and that’s why it’s a #1 Best Seller. Your 12-year-old won’t be able to get enough of it! It will hone their motor skills as well as improve hand-to-eye coordination as their skill develops. It’s the latest craze to hit the U.S. —discover why!
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4-in-1 Handheld Memory and Brain Game
Is your preteen up for a challenge? This four-in-one handheld memory and brain game comes in a unique light-up cube design. It includes speed and memory games, which are easy to learn but more challenging to master. It’s perfect for home or when traveling and they’ll improve brain skills as well as hand-eye coordination.
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GraviTrax Interactive Track System
Ready, set, build! Your 12-year-old can let their creativity flow with this bestselling construction activity, which sold more than six million worldwide. It includes 122 pieces and nine ready-to-go track instructions! Your child can experiment and customize the pieces to power the marbles with gravity-based elements in a race to the finish.
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BrainBolt Genius Brain Teaser Memory Game
Super-charge your child’s memory with the BrainBolt Genius brain teaser memory multiplayer game. They’ll build problem-solving skills and improve their memory when they challenge themselves with the five Genius game modes, and there are solo or two-player options! Anywhere, any time, your preteen can train their brain!
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Green Science Solar Rover
Who says fun and education can’t go hand in hand? This Green Science Solar Rover is a great way for your 12-year-old to learn how sunlight is converted to energy and the really fun part? They can build this solar-powered car themselves using all the parts included, as well as a soda can.
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Wicked Big Sports Tipping Point
You’ll tip things in your favor when you gift this great indoor and outdoor game to your 12-year-old! Think of it as cornhole play with a tipping twist — the Wicked Big Sports Tipping Point will test their coordination and accuracy as they try to score the most points. The game board is mounted on a seesaw base and the bean bags thrown will tilt the board one way or another. Who will be crowned the winner? Let them play to find out!
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“Gross FACTopia!: Follow the Trail of 400 Foul Facts”
Who would love gross facts more than a 12-year-old boy? Our guess is no one! This wonderfully foul book will allow them to discover facts about smelly sports, strange world records, vile Victorians and so much more! And everything is connected in a surprising, humorous manner. He’ll be reading, he’ll be entertained — win-win!
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Unique Gifts For 12 Year Old Boys
Funkoverse Strategy Game
This strategy board game is based on the popular Harry Potter books and will take your boy on a magical adventure with his favorite Hogwarts characters. For two to four players, it is easy to learn and will have your son enthralled in no time at all. The set comes with four characters, cards, and bases as well as numerous accessories to get started.
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Original Disc Toss Ultimate Backyard Game
This outdoor party game is simple in concept but don’t be fooled, it will have your son diving and reaching all over the place in an effort to score points. A competitive game for up to 4 players, it takes seconds to set up and is perfect for that day out on the beach, the park, or indeed anywhere. Teams take turns in throwing the flying disc in an effort to make it land in the container. Various amounts of points are scored depending on the accuracy of the throw and the first team to 21 points wins.
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Robot Building Toys for Boys
This one is for budding engineering geniuses everywhere. It is perfect as a fun and educational gift that will teach your son about robotics as well as programming in the most fun way possible. It comes with 635 snap together pieces that when assembled comprise a fully functional articulated robot that can be controlled by remote (app downloadable onto your phone) or programmed to move. Comes with built-in rechargeable batteries and a controller that has a 65ft range. We think you will agree that learning with this toy is so much fun.
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LED Kids Night Light 3D Illusion
Light up any Marvel fan’s room and life simultaneously! This creative night light is a 2D illusion made by plane acrylic glass that’s engraved with the 2D laser image on the surface. In the darkness, however, the effect is 3D. You can switch between 16 color options and four brightness levels.
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Professional Printing 3D Pen with OLED Display
When imagination comes to life! This professional printing 3D pen allows you to regulate the speed and flow, giving you perfect control. The OLED display lets you monitor the material and you can adjust the temperature for fine-tuning. It takes drawing to the next level and your young artist will love this!
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Flying Orb Ball
It’s like magic in the palm of your hand! This flying orb ball has a powerful engine and because its functions are based on aviation flight principles, it has a variety of flight modes. It can be controlled to float, glide, ascend, or be thrown and be made to return like a boomerang. It’s safe, durable, and impact resistant. And let’s be honest, it looks pretty magnificent to look at.
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Crossbow DIY Kit
We’ll start off by saying it’s children-friendly! This fantastic crossbow DIY can be assembled by your 12-year-old —it’s not difficult, but it will present a fun challenge! The kit includes 46 wooden parts, screws, string, and more, all that’s required is a screwdriver. It has a shooting range of 10 feet and will provide hours of shooting-target fun!
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Table Top Robot
Introduce STEM mechanical and robotic engineering concepts to your preteen! This kit enables your kids to build a moving mechanical crab that daringly gets close to the edge of the table, but won’t fall off. It can be assembled in no time and with ease, and it’s a unique opportunity for them to experience building their own moving robot.
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4-pack Fidget Cube
Never underestimate the benefits of a fidget cube! They’re great for relieving any stress and anxiety your preteen may be experiencing! These are the perfect handheld stress-relief toys and they also alleviate boredom! The six-sided cubes have six features, including pushing buttons, spinning wheels, clicking the switch, and much more.
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Outdoors Gifts For 12 Year Old Boys
Spikeball Game Set
Spikeball is an extremely fun and energetic game to play for all the family. Best of all, it’s really simple to learn to play and can be played anywhere in an outdoor setting. It incorporates elements of volleyball and foursquare in its play and can be played by up to four people in two teams of two players. Guaranteed fun with its high tempo play, it is a sure-fire way to develop physical and coordination skills on an individual level as well as cooperation with others in teamwork. This one will get your boy moving.
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THE COMFY Original Quarter Zip
The original wearable blanket as seen on Shark Tank. Say goodbye to the cold with its inner Sherpa lining and voluminous size that can cover the entire body. Now with an improved design over the original version including a quarter zip for easy wearing. You will quickly find that this innovative item will become your boy’s favorite piece of clothing, whether he is camping in the great outdoors or relaxing on the sofa with his favorite game or movie.
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Fitbit Ace 3 Activity Tracker
This fitness activity tracker is just the thing for your active boy. Designed with kids in mind, its rugged construction and impressive list of features make this an essential item to own. With activity and sleep tracking as well as motivating and fun challenges for the entire family, your child’s fitness has never been easier to track and achieve. Waterproof with up to 8 days of battery life, we are sure you’ll agree this one is not to be missed.
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Gskyer Telescope
Does your boy spend time wondering about the universe we are living in? Is he a budding stargazer? If so, look no further than this gift. It’ll bring the stars and the moon right to him, gloriously magnified. Comes with easy to follow instructions for assembly as well as extra components for attaching a mobile phone to take amazing pictures (even remotely.) A two- year warranty and technical support within 24 hours is also included as part of the package.
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Slackline
Slacklines are a great way to train balance, coordination, core strength, focus, and posture. The benefits are numerous and best of all they are so much fun. This particular slackline is longer than the average and comes with extra accessories for an all round memorable experience time and time again. Your boy will love this gift and since it’s suitable for use almost anywhere outdoors, it will rapidly become one of his favorite items to take wherever he goes.
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The Boys’ Book of Survival
This amazing book is an indispensable gift to get your growing boy. Ever wondered how to survive a tornado or a duel? Ever thought about how to escape an avalanche or survive in bear country? Look no further for the answers. This book has them all. For more everyday events, it also includes tips for him on how to survive an essay crisis and his teachers as well as a school dance and a shopping trip with his mom. This book will have your boy prepared for any imaginable situation
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Walkie Talkies for Kids
These walkie — talkies are great fun as a toy as well as for keeping in touch with your boy over long distances (up to two miles.) With their child-friendly ergonomic design, sturdy construction, and bright colors, your child will love them immediately. They are very easy to use and come in handy with indoor and outdoor activities (especially camping.) This model also includes a handy flashlight for use at night.
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Tatub 16ft Trampoline with Basketball Hoop
If you’ve got the backyard space, then we’ve got the gift for your 12-year-old (and the kid in you)! This trampoline has been tested extensively and is extremely safe. It’s high-quality and the steel frame is made from heavy-duty galvanized steel, while the mat is made from high-density PP material! The 360-degree enclosure net prevents kids from stepping on the edge!
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LET’S GO! Binoculars for Kids
Whether your kid is out bird watching, learning, on boat rides, hiking, or simply traveling and enjoying the views, these binoculars will come along for the adventure! These binoculars have soft rubber around the eyepieces for comfortable, safe viewing, and the non-slip grip has been ergonomically designed to fit in their hands. Fine details 100 yards away can be seen in sharp focus and the FMC prism green-coated optics system controls optical reflections. Kids tend to drop things but fear not, these are also shock absorbent.
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“National Geographic” Rocket Launcher
We have liftoff with this gift! This “National Geographic” rocket launcher is rechargeable, motorized, and the rocket can reach up to 200 feet! Best of all, it can make 20 “flight missions” on a single charge. It has three launch settings, it’s easy to fly and, thanks to the helicopter-like rotor blades that extend, safe landings are guaranteed!
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Glow-in-the-dark Capture the Flag Game
The classic game now glows! There’s no game more exhilarating than Capture the Flag, and now your kids can play it glow-in-the-dark style. The set includes 25 light-up game pieces, 12+ hours of replaceable batteries, and 12 bonus game variations. Players run, hide, they chase each other, and form strategies — it’s guaranteed to get them excited about outdoor games!
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Djubi: Slingball Night Fight
Can you say “Djubi?” The game of catch just got a lot more fun! This night flight version of the game has light-up rackets and balls, so even the darkness won't interfere with your game! The special racket is used to launch and catch the ball, called the “Djubi” — just hook it, launch it, and catch it!
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FAQs
What do I buy a 12 year old boy for his birthday?
Every 12-year-old boy is unique! That being said, they also love fun, entertaining gifts and experiences that will challenge them. You can gift anything from thrilling magic card trick sets and Nerf blasters to Apple’s latest AirPods, mini drones, and robot building toys.
What’s the best gift for a 12 year old boy?
Your options are endless when it comes to gift ideas for a 12-year-old boy! They love toys, games (especially video games), and all things tech, as well as creative gifts. Even educational gifts suited to their age group will be a hit.
What are cool gifts for a 12 year old boy?
Most 12-year-old boys are at a social age and love spending time with their friends and being active. The coolest gifts you can get for them are ones that can be played with their friends or that can get them off the couch and moving!