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Best for the soccer fan
Let Loose Moose Hover Soccer Ball
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Best for the soccer fan
Let Loose Moose Hover Soccer Ball
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Credit: AmazonThis super-fun hover soccer ball will keep him busy when it's too cold or rainy to go out side. It comes as a set of two so he can share with a sibling or give one to a friend.
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Best strategy gift
Buffalo Games Tetris
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Best strategy gift
Buffalo Games Tetris
Credit: AmazonIf your child loves all things strategy, this 3D Tetris game will keep him on his toes. He'll work to constantly rotate, move and drop pieces against a player in real-time to score the most points possible.
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Best laugh-out-loud gift
The Don't Laugh Challenge: 10 Year Old Edition
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Best laugh-out-loud gift
The Don't Laugh Challenge: 10 Year Old Edition
Credit: AmazonWhat's the best way to get your kid to laugh? Tell them not to! This book just for 10-year-olds will keep him and his friends entertained for hours. Pack it for long car rides to keep the whole family entertained.
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Best for UFO theorists
Hand-Operated Drone
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Best for UFO theorists
Hand-Operated Drone
Credit: AmazonThe force is with him—or so he thinks. This drone moves via hand signals so he can trick all his friends into thinking he's got telepathic powers.
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Best gift for active kids
Spikeball Game
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Best gift for active kids
Spikeball Game
Credit: AmazonHere's a game you'll love just as much as your kids—guaranteed. Spikeball has grown in popularity over the last few years because it's easy to understand, quick to set up, and a ton of fun. Plus, it sets up and breaks down easily. Pack up the pieces in the drawstring bag and take it to the park, beach, or a friend's house,
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Best educational gift
Educational Insights Artie Max the Coding & Drawing Robot
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Best educational gift
Educational Insights Artie Max the Coding & Drawing Robot
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Credit: AmazonWhy draw yourself when you can program a robot to do it for you? Kids will have so much fun with this little guy that they won't even realize they're learning how to code.
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Best for a laser tag extravaganza
ArmoGear ArmoGear Laser Tag
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Best for a laser tag extravaganza
ArmoGear ArmoGear Laser Tag
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Credit: AmazonHe'll be the hit of the neighborhood with this laser tag game. It has everything you need to outfit four players. The set includes target vests, invisibility mode, night vision flashlight, and voice-guided directions.
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Best photo gift
Fujifilm Instax Mini 11 Instant Camera
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Best photo gift
Fujifilm Instax Mini 11 Instant Camera
Credit: AmazonThis instant camera will easily help him snap shots with his friends. It features an automatic exposure function that adjusts the shutter speed and flash to create a well-lit photo, no matter the conditions.
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Best lounge-worthy gift
Big Joe Bean Bag Chair
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Best lounge-worthy gift
Big Joe Bean Bag Chair
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Whether he's playing video games, watching TV, or flipping through magazines, this comfy chair will be his favorite spot. We especially love the smart side pockets—ideal for stashing books, remotes, and water bottles.
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Best for tweens with a need for speed
Razor Power Core E90 Glow Electric Scooter
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Best for tweens with a need for speed
Razor Power Core E90 Glow Electric Scooter
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Credit: AmazonThere's a reason Razor scooters are still a favorite for kids. Lightweight and easy to ride, this two-wheel scooter is the just-right size for zipping around the neighborhood.
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Best comic book gift
Comic Book Making Kit
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Best comic book gift
Comic Book Making Kit
Credit: AmazonWhat little boy hasn't dreamed of creating his own comics? With this creative kit, he can do just that and flex his artistic muscles. Parents will love that it gets him off of his device and puts his creativity to work.
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Best gift to teach responsibility
Husan Electronic Piggy Bank
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Best gift to teach responsibility
Husan Electronic Piggy Bank
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Credit: AmazonThere's no better way to encourage good spending and saving habits. This mini ATM encourages kids to make better decisions about their allowance and—most importantly— to keep it safe from siblings!
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Best gift to help him keep track of time
Digital Watch
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Best gift to help him keep track of time
Digital Watch
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Credit: AmazonWe're big fans of this wristwatch, which is designed especially for kids ages 6-15. Talk about a cool gadget—and it's less than $20!
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Best for gaming on the go
Nintendo Switch Lite
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Best for gaming on the go
Nintendo Switch Lite
Credit: AmazonHe can take this portable, handheld gaming system with him when he's on the go, which is all the time lately!
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Best for arcade aficionados
Tiny Arcade Miniature Pac-Man Arcade Game
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Best for arcade aficionados
Tiny Arcade Miniature Pac-Man Arcade Game
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Most "shocking" gift
Lightning Reaction Lightning Reaction Reloaded
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Most "shocking" gift
Lightning Reaction Lightning Reaction Reloaded
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Credit: AmazonSee what all the hype is about with this shockingly popular game. It has variable shock control: Low, Medium, or High. Keep it on Low for a 10-year-old, and save the High setting for daring teens and adults.
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Best for music buffs
Beats Wireless Headphones
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Best for music buffs
Beats Wireless Headphones
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Let's be honest here—this is a gift for the whole family. With long-lasting battery power (up to 40 hours!), these wireless headphones mean you don't have to listen to what he's listening to. And you won't be telling him to turn it down!
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Best gift for night rides
Bike Wheel LED Lights
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Best gift for night rides
Bike Wheel LED Lights
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Credit: AmazonHe can cruise around in style and you can rest easy knowing he's visible to drivers with these battery-operated bike wheel lights.
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Best backyard game
MonSports Portable Cornhole Set
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Best backyard game
MonSports Portable Cornhole Set
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Credit: AmazonThis isn't your average cornhole set. It's portable and doubles as a tic-tac-toe game when compressed and flipped over.
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Best indoor game
Sphero Mini Golf: App-Enabled Programmable Robot Ball
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Best indoor game
Sphero Mini Golf: App-Enabled Programmable Robot Ball
Credit: AmazonFor times when they're bouncing off the walls, this mini golf kit will be a lifesaver. It allows them to design their own golf course indoors (complete with any furniture obstacles they want to add) and use the app to "drive" the ball straight into the hole.
Katie Bowlby is Digital Director at Country Living, where she covers gift guides, product reviews, crafts, and TV shows like Yellowstone. She’s currently stitching up a cross-stitch pattern for the magazine’s next issue
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