As children leave the little kid stage and head into their tween years, gift buying becomes more challenging. As a gift giver, we want to purchase a present that will be valued. Today’s kids have so many options, and trends change quickly. Staying on top of the hottest gifts feels impossible.
If you are the parent of a 10-year-old boy, consider gifting any of these best toys for 10-year-old boys that will be totally loved!
| The Best Gifts for 10-Year-Old Boys | Why It's Best | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Shifu Orboot Augmented Reality Interactive Globe | A super cool way to learn about geography, environmental science, and more. | ♥♥♥♥♥ |
| Starlux Capture The Flag Redux | Play this classic game with a glow-in-the-dark twist. | ♥♥♥♥♥ |
| Marky Sparky Magnetic Dart Board | With magnetic darts, you don't have to worry about anyone getting hurt! | ♥♥♥♥♥ |
| Altair AA102 RC Boat | Fast, easy to use speedboat that will last a long time. | ♥♥♥♥♥ |
| Stomp Rocket Dueling Rockets | Play alone or with friends and get your boy outside and active! | ♥♥♥♥♥ |
| Marky Sparky Faux Bow Pro | Lightweight arrows that shoot as far as 200 feet | ♥♥♥♥♥ |
Best Toys and Gifts for a 10-Year-Old Boy
Shifu Orboot: The Educational, Augmented Reality Based Globe
Boys love to know where things are on the map. This interactive Shifu Orboot Educational, Augmented Reality Based Globe will be a big hit with any 10-year-old boy. The set includes a 10-inch globe, passport, stamp, country flag stickers, and a detailed help guide.
The Orboot app is free on iOS, Kindle, and Android and is compatible with iPad 3 & above, iPad mini 2 & above, iPhone 6 & above; Kindle 8 and above; Android 3GB RAM and above. Curious boys will love this interactive geography toy.
Up Side
- Includes a free app for more interactive learning
- Learning toy teaches about the world
- Augmented reality adventure STEAM toy full of knowledge
- Includes 10″ globe, stamp, passport, stickers, and a guide
- In-app categories include animals, maps, weather, monuments, inventions, and cultures
Down Side
- App has issues and needs improvement – play Candy Crush while you wait for it load
Why You Should Buy
Even if the app is glitchy (apps always get updates) it’s still a colorful globe kids can learn from. The fun 3D effect will draw your son’s attention for at least a little while then it will be shoved in his closet until he starts studying civics in sixth grade.
Capture The Flag Redux: The Original Glow-in-the-Dark Outdoor Game
Encourage friendly competition and exercise with the Capture The Flag Redux: The Original Glow-in-the-Dark Outdoor Game. Included in the set is 25 light-up game pieces (2 glowing orbs, 8 jail markers, 5 territory lights, and 8 team bracelets). Enjoy a classic game of capture the flag with the whole family whether inside, outside, at night, or in the snow!
Up Side
- Year-round game
- Encourages exercise and competitive play
- Pieces glow-in-the-dark
- Can play with 4-20 players
- Includes 12 different ways to play
Down Side
- Wristbands are bulky and uncomfortable for little kids
Why You Should Buy
The whole family will have a blast running around and playing this classic Capture the Flag game glow-in-the-dark style!
Doinkit Darts – Magnetic Dart Board
This Doinkit Darts – Magnetic Dart Board is great for improving hand-eye coordination all while avoiding holes in the walls from actual sharp darts.
These darts are lightweight and durable and great for individual play or family fun. The magnet is strong enough to keep the dart attached to the board, so there is less likelihood of them falling off and getting lost and makes it easier to keep score.
Up Side
- Magnetic dart and dartboard – no sharp darts
- Great family game
- Learning game teaches spatial reasoning, focus, and precision
Down Side
- Expensive for a toy dartboard
- Cardboard backing
Why You Should Buy
Boys like to throw things, at least with a dartboard they are throwing for a purpose – points. A great gift to help kids understand spatial reasoning and calculating the score requires math, that’s two wins!
Altair AA102 RC Remote Control Boat
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For parents looking for an RC boat for kids, the Altair AA102 RC Remote Control Boat is simple, safe, and easy to use. It also has high speeds and plenty of active battery time, so it appeases teens and adults as well.
The design of this boat ensures it won’t capsize meaning it won’t flip in rough waters. It has a child-safe propeller system that keeps little fingers safe. The safety mechanism does not allow the propellers to turn unless the boat is in the water.
This is easy to use right out of the box the boat comes fully assembled and there are 2 batteries with 15 minutes of playtime each included. It also comes with two lithium-ion batteries so you won’t have to replace them.
If the boat goes out of range, beyond 100 meters or so, an alarm will sound. There is also a low-battery alarm so you know when it is time to bring the boat to shore.
If it capsizes, you fiddle with the controller a bit to flip it back over. This takes some practice but will get easy enough with time.
Up Side
- Fast 18 mph
- Self-righting hull flips ship back over if it capsizes
- Won’t capsize
- Safe propeller system
- Low-battery and out-of-range alarms
- 100m range
Down Side
- Learning curve for self-righting feature
Why You Should Buy
This toy has a lot of power and the ability to wow. It is not nearly as fragile as a drone and will probably have a longer lifespan at a lower price than many of the “active” gifts you may find. We’ve found that Altair has excellent customer service too, should you ever need it.
Stomp Rocket Dueling Rockets
The Stomp Rocket Dueling Rockets can go up to 200 feet in the air! They are probably not the best for an indoor activity but would be great outside. This set includes four rockets and comes with a dueling base where kids can go head to head in rocket competition. Best of all, no batteries are required.
Up Side
- Group play encourages healthy competition
- 100% powered by kids and not by batteries
- Great outdoor toy (don’t use inside unless you want holes in your popcorn ceiling)
- Easy assembly
- STEM toy that teaches cause and effect, robotics, and force
- Rockets can go up 100 feet
- Adjustable launcher
- Rockets made of foam for safety
- Each plane can perform tricks
Down Side
- Hoses may pop off
- Very difficult to get a 100-foot distance
- Not the strongest materials
Why You Should Buy
Buy this best gift for 10-year-old boys to encourage your kids to play outside with toys that do not require batteries. A fun group activity. Do not attempt to use it in the house as it can break stuff like lights or ceilings.
Marky Sparky Faux Bow Pro Archery Set
The Marky Sparky Faux Bow Pro Archery Set has a durable fiberglass bow has a range of over 200 feet thanks to the lightweight arrows included.
This bow has the look and feel of a real bow, it’s slender and elegant. It keeps its accuracy pretty well for the range too.
Let your son experience life as an archer. He can pretend to be Robin Hood or a male version of Katniss Everdeen. Either way, the set will keep him entertained, outside, and no rabbits or squirrels will be harmed.
Up Side
- Patented impact arrows – lightweight, over-sized for safety, and capable of power distance of 200 feet
- Durable fiberglass bow limbs and 3″ arrow clip quiver.
- Non-latex and phthalate-free
- Great for practice
Down Side
- Arrows do not last as long as the bow
- Would be great if it came with an extra string
Why You Should Buy
Katniss Everdeen and Robin Hood are epic- they even got their own movies. Both could shoot a bow and arrow to become epic heroes and now your son can too. Plus, no batteries and no noise for this best gift!
Magna-Tiles 32 Piece Set
Magna-Tiles provide hours of fun for kids of all ages. While this toy is recommended for ages three and up, ten-year-old boys will still enjoy this best toy. The pieces have magnets along the edge so that they stick together for building.
A great addition to this set is the Magna-Tiles 16022 Cars 2 Piece Expansion Set. The set includes extra pieces that allow builders to create vehicles with the Magna-Tiles.
Up Side
- STEM Toy – creativity, math, and science
- 3D magnetic building set
- 32 translucent shapes and colors for hours of imaginative play
- Great for group play
- Endless building possibilities
Down Side
- Magnets could stand to be a little stronger
- Expensive
Why You Should Buy
Building toys are great entertainment and learning toys for 10-year-olds. That is why so many construction sets make their way to our lists. Kids love them for the chance to be creative, and parents love them for the chance at some peace and quiet coupled with learning.
Marble Genius Marble Run Extreme Set
Another best toy for 10-year-old boys that has gotten years of play at our house is the Marble Genius Marble Run Extreme Set. This marble set includes 125 pieces that work together to build marble runs designed by your child. The set also includes 20 glass marbles. The pieces fit together and aid in developing creative and engineering skills in your child.
Up Side
- 85 piece see-through set
- 19 different styled pieces
- 8 solid bases and three large bases
- Includes step-by-step guide
- Creative STEM toy encourages building and planning
- Fun for a crowd
- Includes 15 marbles
- Endless possibilities
Down Side
- Difficult for younger kids to use (fine for 10-year-old but if playing with younger siblings the older child will have to help a lot)
- Not sturdy enough if built high
Why You Should Buy
Build a marble run with the kids for a day of laughter and fun. Great for groups or even contests. Does not come with storage though and there are lots of pieces to be shoved in all the wrong spots around the house, but epic like a well set up domino demonstration.
We collected a list of the best marble runs here.
Spalding NBA Slam Jam Mini Basketball Hoop
Your son will love his Spalding NBA Slam Jam Mini Basketball Hoop. Of all the gifts he will receive over the years, this gift will be used over and over again.
Add a little fabric starch to the net and place a hamper or basket under the net and you may finally have a fun way to encourage your boy to put his laundry in the basket! Socks are 2 points, pants are 5 points, etc.
Get your family off the couch and having fun together for hallway basketball games. The set includes door mounts and two basketballs. The mounts make installation of this best toy for 10-year-old boys easy. Whether for basketball or laundry your boy will love this best gift for 10-year-old boys.
Up Side
- Hangs over the door
- Comes with a basketball (indoor mini size)
- 18″ x 10.5″ padded polycarbonated board
- 9″ breakaway steel rim
- Designed for inside – NOT Full Sized
- Great for laundry or playroom
Down Side
- Bolts may be too short from some doors
- While the net does not make noise, the kids playing will sound like stampeding elephants
Why You Should Buy
Boys like to throw things and play sports. This hoop provides a way to exert a little energy and practice skills even when the weather is terrible.
Consider the laundry idea, boys may just make the basket, this doesn’t mean they will wash the laundry though.
LEGO Classic Medium Creative Brick Box 10696
Kids love LEGOs! But, buying LEGOs for the kid that has everything is tough. I never know which sets a child already has or what kind of LEGO theme they want. My solution is purchasing the LEGO Classic Medium Creative Brick Box 10696 set.
These include various types of standard LEGOs for imaginative play. These sets also make a great resource to replace lost pieces from other sets.
Up Side
- 35 different colors
- Includes windows, eyes, tires, wheel rims, a base plate, and more
- Can be used with all other Lego sets
- The possibilities are endless
- Includes a storage container
- Great filler for missing pieces in another set
- STEM Construction toy
Down Side
- More filler than a stand-alone set
Why You Should Buy
Kids lose things. At any given time you can find Legos under the cushions of the couch, in the pantry, under beds, and various other ridiculous locations around the house. This filler toy set means all the other money you spend on sets, where they lost one or two pieces, is no longer wasted money.
Threeking Smart Robot Toys Gesture Control Remote Control Robot
Some boys dream of soccer and football but others dream of robots and computers. If your boy is into the latter think about gifting him the Threeking Smart Robot Toys Gesture Control Remote Control Robot Star Wars fans will love the C-3P0 noises and budding engineers will love commanding a machine.
A robot is a great toy for finding out if your kiddo has an interest in programming. Also a great toy for parties or for when your son has friends over. A great companion for rainy days.
Up Side
- Auto display, obstacle avoidance, gesture control
- Walks forward, backward and can turn left or right
- Sings and dances
- Volume control
- Looks and sounds like a robot
- Has wheels on the feet
- Comes in two colors
- Fully functional remote
- Comes with power cord, remote, and lithium battery
- Flexible multi-jointed robot
- Can be programmed for sequences
- Charges in 120 minutes for 60 minutes play time
- Super affordable
Down Side
- Remote needs 2 AA batteries not included
- Parts may be missing from the box
- Can be boring depending on the child
Why You Should Buy
The Threeking Smart Robot is a best gift for 10-year-old boys dreaming of the future and their chance to create robots in the future. Let your son feel in control of the world around him with a remote and robot willing to learn and follow commands.
Sorry, the remote does not work on children nor does it have a ‘clean room’ button.
The Boys’ Book Of Survival
Give your boy this right of passage by teaching him all he’ll ever need to know with the The Boys’ Book Of Survival. From basic (to advanced) survival skills out in the wild, to surviving a zombie apocalypse, he is sure to learn some new tips and tricks.
If your boy is into survival strategies, he would probably read this from cover to cover! He can learn how to escape from a car that’s underwater, escape quicksand, or survive a school dance.
Up Side
- Great price for a hardcover
- Teaches lots of useful skills not often taught anymore
- Funny extra content to keep kids attention like how to survive a haunting
Down Side
- This new tech-filled generation may not find this book to be interesting
- Small book – only 128 pages
Why You Should Buy
Despite the deep-seated needs children today feel to be on electronics 24/7 this best gift can at least get them thinking about “What if’s” and thinking outside the box (or bun if they read at Taco Bell). If nothing else, maybe the book can inspire some creativity for writing.
Omano JuniorScope Microscope with Science Kit
If you are looking for a unique, educational gift, the Omano JuniorScope Microscope with Science Kit and experiment cards, is a great option for many kids.
The kit includes a high-quality microscope with 40x, 100x, and 400x magnification, a “science kit” with lots of tools, and a set of Adventure Experiment Cards. The kit offers prepared slides and blank slides giving the child the option to view existing slides or create their own. We consider microscopes one of the best gifts for 10-year-old boys because they are not only a fun play activity but also can be used as an educational resource for years to come.
Up Side
- STEM toy for 10-year-old boys
- Two LED lights, from below and above for clear viewing
- Two microscopes in one – one for slides and specimens and the other for 3D objects
- Science kit includes a petri dish, stains, forceps, dropper, test tube, slides, guides and more
- Experiment Cards provide a guide for specific exploratory activities
- Easy to operate and sturdy
- 40x, 100x and 400x magnification
- Precision glass optics for sharp images
Down Side
- No stop to prevent the scope from contacting slides
Why You Should Buy
Science is a fabulous gift for 10-year-olds. At ten, most boys are still trying to decide what they want to be and this kit will help them decide if they want to become a scientist or something in the scientific field.
Harry Potter Paperback Box Set by J.K. Rowling
The young reader in your life needs the Harry Potter Paperback Box Set. Even if they have already read the books, this is a series that people come back to over the years. This timeless gift will be treasured by the avid reader. The set includes books 1-7 in paperback.
Up Side
- Includes 7 books in a sturdy box
- Will be read more than once
- Harry and his friends promote loyalty and teamwork
- Fun books full of imagination
- Promotes reading and the books get progressively longer to help children read outside their comfort zone
- Harry Potter has been an icon for 20 years
Down Side
- Some parents are opposed to witchcraft but the magic in these books is similar to Bewitched and not real witchcraft
Why You Should Buy
A good book series can bring children into the land of imagination and give them the best gift or reading and traveling to far-off locations where ever they are seated.
Harry Potter novels are fun and dramatic while promoting teamwork and loyalty.
Playz Kaboom! Explosive Combustion Science Lab Kit
Most boys love things that go “boom”, so why not channel that love into a safe (as possible) and educational activity? The Playz Kaboom! Explosive Combustion Science Lab Kit kit is full of fun experiments that will teach them about chemistry all the while having fun with combustion.
You can make 25+ different experiments, such as rockets, helium balloons, fizzy bombs, and much more!
Up Side
- Boys love explosions – this set breathes life into science
- Makes rockets and other experiments
- STEM science kit
- Includes a lab guide full of information and pictures
- Great group activity
- High reviews
Down Side
- Does not teach a lot of actual chemistry
- Expensive as most items are already in your home
- Not enough actual explosions
- A few needed ingredients are not included
Why You Should Buy
STEM toys for 10-year-old boys are a great gift to encourage children to experiment and find their passion. Because so many of the ingredients are already in your home you can create the magic over and over again.
PlayMonster 5 Second Rule Game
Break out this game PlayMonster 5 Second Rule Game for your son’s next party or just when he has friends over or a larger crowd. The hilarious premise will encourage tons of laughter and become a new favorite for the entire family.
With over 150 new cars this new edition will excite younger and older children along with parents and even extended family.
Up Side
- Include 150 new cards, and a timer
- Fast-paced – name 3 things that fit a topic in 5 seconds
- A fun game but also a learning game to teach kids to be quick on their feet
- Includes marbles
Down Side
- Meant for older kids but is definitely playable for younger kids as its a simple game and easy to get through in a short time frame
- Not shipped well
Why You Should Buy
Any game that teaches thinking on your feet is a good game for little brains to learn to think fast and work with a team. Games also encourage good sportsmanship which isn’t always a natural skill.
Razor A3 Kick Scooter
Boys love Razor scooters. It does not matter whether they are five years old or 14 years old. The fun of the Razor scooter keeps on giving. The Razor A3 Scooter is a great gift option for a ten year old boy. It comes in a variety of colors and has adjustable handlebars for varying heights.
Up Side
- Multiple colors
- Teaches balance
- Gets kids outdoors
- Shock absorbing system
- Patented rear fender brake for stopping quickly
- Folding mechanism for easy transport and storage
- Supports up to 143 pounds
- Kickstand
Down Side
- The foldable component can be difficult
- A bit pricey
Why You Should Buy
Balance is a great skill to encourage outside play. A great form of transportation to a friend’s house or to school. Can also help prepare for a skateboard.
See our selection of the best scooters for kids here.
Tabletop Air Hockey Table
Have your gift stand out with this awesome Tabletop Air Hockey Table It’s 40 inches long, so plenty of space for play but also not so big that it can’t be stowed away underneath the bed or in the closet. It comes with an electronic blower and is built to last with sturdy legs and construction.
Up Side
- High output fan – 12 v motor
- Quick assembly
- Abacus scorer
- Easy puck return
- Non-marking rubber pads to protect surfaces
- Compact for storage and travel
- Includes 2 pushers and pucks
- Include AC adapter
- Great multiplayer game
Down Side
- The motor should last longer
- Expensive
- No on/off switch
Why You Should Buy
An air hockey table is a great rainy day activity for a couple of boys especially boys who love sports. A great gift for father-son bonding too.
Bluetooth Headphones Over Ear
At this age, boys love to listen to their own music and a nice set of over-the-ear headphones makes a great gift like the Bluetooth Headphones Over Ear.
These are wireless, foldable, and comfortable, as well as having a great track record for quality. Plus they come in a variety of cool colors. This would be at the top of my list for a boy if they don’t already have one.
Up Side
- Fantastic sound quality – High-fidelity stereo sound benefits
- Comfortable and cushioned
- Wired or wireless – up to 20 hours on batteries
- Hands-free calls and a built-in microphone
- Bluetooth enabled
- foldable for storage and travel
- Variety of colors
Down Side
- May have distorted sound issues
Why You Should Buy
Your son probably loves to watch annoying TV shows or play games with full sounds but you do not have to hear what he is playing or watching.
Get him headphones because he probably has siblings and all of them are on different devices with tons of noise. Also great for travel.
Mylec Deluxe Folding Hockey Goal Set
Beat the winter blues and keep everyone active with the Mylec Deluxe Folding Hockey Goal Set.
Maybe your special boy already plays hockey, in which case this will only help him practice more. Or maybe this would be a great way to introduce him to the game. Or at the very least, it would be a great outlet for pent-up energy.
Up Side
- Street hockey set
- Includes 2 43 inch Jet Flo sticks, and a no-bounce hockey ball, plus the goal
- Measures 48 by 37 inches perfect for backyard or street practice
- Assembles in minutes and disassembles quickly for storage
Down Side
- Not sturdy for windy days
- Some customers have complained it did not come with the sticks and balls
Why You Should Buy
Let your little sports fan play hockey with his friends in the backyard or driveway. A best toy for 10-year-old boys to keep them active.
PAXCESS Electronic Drum Set
The PAXCESS Electronic Drum Set is the best gift for 10-year-old boys that love music. As a mom, one of my favorite features of this set is that it rolls up for easy storage. Also, your child can attach earphones while they play so that only they can hear their music.
Up Side
- Includes the drum pad, eight demo songs, rechargeable battery, earphone jack, and built-in speakers
- A jack is also included to connect the set to your computer to produce music or play games.
- Portable for storage or travel
- Drums included are 1 snare, 3 toms, 1 crash, 1 ride, 1 hi-hat, 2 foot pedals for bass drum, and 5 timbres
- Plays 8 demo songs and 3 rhythms and games
- Rechargeable battery
Down Side
- More of a toy than an actual instrument
- Buttons may stick
Why You Should Buy
Finally, someone built a drum set for boys that do not take up half a room and can play as quiet as a mouse! The dream is real.
Bounty Hunter BHJS Junior Metal Detector
Does your boy love to find treasures in the backyard? Help them out with this Bounty Hunter BHJS Junior Metal Detector, and they will be finding even cooler treasures in no time. They might even find that wedding band that got accidentally lost in the backyard decades ago or some other cool treasure.
Up Side
- Search for buried treasure or lost earrings for mom
- Easy to use
- Compact, waterproof coil, lightweight
- Collapses for easy storage or travel
- Great fun at the beach
- Three detection modes and four sensitivity levels
- Two-year warranty
- Adjustable audio and headphone jack
- Can search 12 inches underground
- Easy to read LCD display
Down Side
- Extremely expensive
- Beginner level machine not for adults
Why You Should Buy
All children want to find buried treasure and with a metal detector, they can search for treasure in the backyard, at grandma’s house, at the beach, and with friends. This best gift for 10-year-old boys is a great tool to help find lost jewelry too.
Force1 Bright LED Quadcopter Drone
Do you want to introduce your boy to drones without spending tons of cash? Force1 Bright LED Quadcopter Drone is drone is easy to fly, has cool LED lights and a battery with a decent life for a lot of fun.
It has high/low speeds which would make it a great drone for kids and adults alike. Capable of doing tricks, like the 360 flips and comes with an extra battery for extended flight time.
Up Side
- Easy to fly mini-drone for newbies
- Great for nighttime flying with lED lights and a lit-up remote control
- Long-range of up to 18 minutes and two extra batteries
- Fun for small and big boys – great for bonding with dad or grandpa
- Comes with spare propellers
- Two speeds and flip mode
Down Side
- Expensive
- The motor does not last very long but the company is very responsive
Why You Should Buy
Your son can be a pilot or navigator with this drone. He will feel like a part of the future with this best toy for 10-year-old boys. With 18 minutes it will last about as long as his attention span and hopefully before he lands it on the roof.
Snap Circuits Extreme SC-750 Electronics Discovery Kit
The Snap Circuits Extreme SC-750 Electronics Discovery Kit is perfect for the boy who is into taking things apart and putting them back together, this discovery set will get their minds engaged. It’s a great way to teach kids about electricity and get their minds working.
Your son will pick up Snap Circuits in no time and even improvised his own ideas. There are so many cool parts in this set, like the solar cell, switches, sliders, and power meter to initiate innovative thought. A great STEM toy for 10-year-olds to encourage a career direction.
Up Side
- Re-buildable and can create 750 different experiments with 80 parts.
- Experiment with a lie detector, am radio, light controller, and more.
- Comes with a computer interface for Windows-based computers for monitor usage
- Includes a photoresist, power amplifier, variable capacitor, analog meter, solar cell, computer interface, and full-color manuals (sounds like gibberish to those, not in the computer world but children learn quickly and can even teach older generations)
- No tools needed
- No Soldering
- Everything snaps on
- Creates working Electronic Circuits
- Promotes career decisions and is a STEM toy
- Starts out with simple lessons and increases in complexity
Down Side
- Pricey – your wallet may cry a little but well worth the cost. Maybe as grandma to give this gift for budding computer lovers
- Requires 4 AA batteries not included
- Does not work on a computer from before 95 (who still has one of those relics?)
Why You Should Buy
Let your boy decide if electronics is the future for them. Children learn so quickly (think how fast they learned to code on Scratch.com) now they can create working circuits at home. Fun group activity and learning activity for 10-year-old boys.
National Geographic Kids Brain Games: The Mind-Blowing Science of Your Amazing Brain
National Geographic Kids Brain Games: The Mind-Blowing Science of Your Amazing Brain is a fabulous book for inquisitive minds about minds.
The brain is an amazing muscle that needs constant exercise to get stronger. National Geographic presents the brain as a supercomputer and challenges kids to learn as much information as possible.
Up Side
- Encourages reading
- Learning book promoting science and biology
- Great brand with dozens of other books if your son likes this one
- Gorgeous photography
- Brain stimulating colors and design
- 112 pages
Down Side
- Some people expect this to be puzzles and brain teasers but it is a book of facts and information
Why You Should Buy
National Geographic is known for books that make learning fun and beautiful pictures. Children will delight in the fun facts and interesting photography found in this best gift for 10-year-old boys.
Code & Go Robot Mouse Activity Set
The Code & Go Robot Mouse Activity Set offers a screen-free option to learn coding. This is a best gift for 10-year-old boys for future programmers that may need a break from screen time.
The Robot Mouse Activity Set is recommended by teachers up through the middle school. Even though the age range for this best toy for 10-year-old boys starts at age four, it is absolutely still a great choice for ten-year-olds.
Help children learn critical thinking skills with the Code & Go Robot Mouse. This 83 piece set includes 30 coding cards, 25 maze pieces, 16 grid pieces, 10 activity cards, 1 robot mouse, 1 cheese wedge, and an activity guide.
Up Side
- Beeps when it needs new batteries
- STEM toy that teaches coding
- Hands-on play
- The little mouse lights up, makes noise, and has two speeds with colorful buttons
- Comes with 16 maze grids, 22 walls, 3 tunnels, and 40 double-sided coding and activity cards, cheese wedge, and a manual
Down Side
- Requires 3 AAA batteries not included
- The mouse does not always behave and may require a timeout
Why You Should Buy
While the mouse may be uncooperative for some, this best toy for 10-year-old boys brings the future to your home. Children will love engaging in the computer world with real-world experience to help them decide if they want to work on computers and teach electronics how to behave.
USA Toyz Laser Tag Sets – 4 Pack
USA Toyz Laser Tag Sets – 4 Pack this one is one of the most expensive items on this list, but it’s so worth it. Keep your boy active all winter long with his friends or siblings (or parents!).
Generally, with a laser tag system, you get what you pay for. In this set, you get a handy case to keep it all together and organized and a training bot to boot. The set is expandable too so it’s easy to add more players if you have a big family.
Up Side
- 4 Laser tag guns and a gun target tech
- Comes with a laser tag spider training bot for practice
- Different modes – pistol, shotgun, submachine gun, and rocket launcher
- Great family activity
- Encourages teamwork and coordination
- 130 Feet range for full neighborhood play
- Aim at opponents gun to score
- The rechargeable bot runs for 35 minutes
- Compact and portable with a carry case
Down Side
- Very expensive
- Requires a lot of batteries – each gun requires 4 AA batteries
- Must unscrew to put in new batteries
Why You Should Buy
Laser tag is not just about shooting or simulating killing or war – it is about teamwork, precision, and strategy all wonderful skills to help your son for generations. Plus, some form of a gun is usually a popular and best toy for 10-year-old boys.
If you would like to find the best laser tag ideas, check out our list here.
The Don’t Laugh Challenge – 10 Year Old Edition
Everyone will be cracking up playing the Don’t Laugh Challenge – 10 Year Old Edition! Jokesters take turns scoring points by reading jokes and trying to make the opposing player smile or laugh!
Up Side
- Develops a sense of humor
- A screen-free family game
- Fun for the whole family
- Good price
Down Side
- May not be humorous for parents
Why You Should Buy
If your 10-year-old loves to laugh and crack jokes, he will have a blast trying to keep a serious face as he takes on The Don’t Laugh Challenge.
Donner Ukulele
The Donner ukulele is a fun and affordable instrument for musically creative kids. Whether the 10-year-old in your life is a master piano player or just likes to tinker with music, the ukulele is the perfect gift. The is priced in the middle range for even frugal budgets while maintaining quality for years of musical learning and entertaining.
It is better quality than the lowest end models but won’t make you panic if it gets left on his bedroom floor. The small size is less daunting than a guitar and can help prepare for learning other musical instruments. Playing an instrument opens synapses in the brain creating a healthy head read to take on the world.
Up Side
- This set includes the ukulele, storage case, strap, picks, strings, and a digital tuner.
- Small size
- Learning toy that teaches a musical skill
- Great price to find out if your boy has a knack for music
- Wood construction
- Chrome-plated tuners
- Uniquely designed fingerboard
Down Side
- Some parts may be forgotten from the box
Why You Should Buy
Music increases brain strength and encourages children to leave their comfort zone to try something new. Give the gift of music and you may want to buy some earplugs for yourself as there is a learning curve.
SISIGAD Hoverboard
The SISIGAD Hoverboard is not only a super cool ride, but it features a Bluetooth-enabled built-in wireless speaker for playing all the songs your son loves. High-quality rubber tires, a non-slip footpad, and a self-balancing control system will help your 10-year-old boy learn to ride a hoverboard in no time.
Up Side
- Meets all safety standards
- High-quality rubber tires
- Non-slip footpad
- Self-balancing control system
- Bluetooth-enabled built-in wireless system
- Comes in 30 different colors
Down Side
- Battery life isn’t great
Why You Should Buy
With the self-balancing control system, your 10-year-old boy will quickly be flying on this hoverboard and having a blast!
Leo Light Weight Kids Fishing Pole and Full Kit
What a great bonding activity for your special boy to do with his dad or granddad. Most boys are fascinated by fishing and this kit has everything you need to get started. The Leo Light Weight Kids Fishing Pole and Full Kit includes everything a boy needs for a fishing adventure! Make sure you find out if a fishing license is needed.
Up Side
- Include a carry bag for easy storage and travel
- Also includes telescopic fishing rod, spin-cast reel, line, and fishing tackle
- Designed for children – easy to assemble and use
- Teaches patience, confidence, balance, coordination, and strength
- Lightweight
Down Side
- May need a fishing license in your state
- Not all kids have the desire or patience to fish
Why You Should Buy
Fishing is one of the oldest traditions in the world. Boys may not know it but they need the solitude of fishing to spend some quiet time in their head and to learn about history and how much work used to be involved in feeding a family.
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- Best Toys and Gifts for 13-Year-Old Boys
How Gifts and Toys Were Chosen
Your son is growing older, as a result, he is now reaching for new milestones. As he learns old milestones he wants new challenges. While your ten-year-old son may seem more mature now, he is only halfway to an adult and still needs to learn skills like focus, precision, patience, and many more skills.
We chose the best gifts for 10-year-old boys to help cover his new milestones.
Physical Milestones
Your boy is quite agile outside. He has better speed, balance, and coordination. Soon puberty will set in and he still needs tons of exercise but he does not want to participate in “baby-ish” activities. Try encouraging team sports, running, biking, or anything else that gets him outside. Make sure he has the right clothes for every season so he can be outside whenever the sun is in the sky.
Try to limit screen time to a couple of hours a day. That is to say, he may become interested in trying more challenging activities like skateboarding or tree climbing. Just remember to tell him to practice safety practices and also make sure he has the right gear, like knee and elbow pads and a helmet.
Emotional Milestones
Make sure your son is sleeping at least eight hours every night (ten hours is much better for this age) to combat emotional outbursts. Sleep is equally important as exercise to promote emotional well-being. Most often he can keep his emotions in check now but may need reminders and short breaks for physical release to clear tension in his head.
At ten, he is questioning authority and imitating older kids. Although he has always known the family values and beliefs he is now accepting and understanding on a higher level. If he manages to look past his tunnel vision (most boys are very busy at this age) he will begin to recognize facial and body language.
Ten is also the age of awkwardness. Your son is now in double digits but also still a kid and not a teen. He is starting middle school next year and ready for some growth spurts. All of these changes can lead to feeling awkward in his own skin and head. Enjoy all the hugs and kisses you get during this age because boys tend to give less and less affection while feeling more involved in the family.
Social Milestones
Your boy is quite skilled at communication and forming more sophisticated relationships with family and friends. His vocabulary and speech patterns are improving too. Now, the most important social aspects facing your son are peer pressure and bullying. Make sure to provide him with techniques to cope with both if either is an issue for him.
Cognitive Milestones
Your son’s brain is active right now! He is learning complicated topics at school like reading chapter books, division, fractions, logic, abstract thought, metaphors and more. After hours, he is attempting to learn sound judgment and finding new interest in pop culture and sports thanks to an increased attention span. He may spend a little more time on his appearance, but may still forget to change socks and wear deodorant. Make sure to help him out in these areas too.
The list above is the best toy for 10-year-old boys chosen to work with your ten-year-olds current skill levels and the skills he is working towards. If he is going through puberty now his testosterone levels will be increasing and he will have excess energy. Sports and outdoor play are the best options for your kiddo, that is why so many of the toys above take him outside.
For bad weather days, you need some other options like books to improve brain and reading skills. Indoor active play toys like the basketball net and air hockey table. Science toys also help to improve the current milestones your son needs to learn like the microscope which requires concentration and finer skills to improve attention to detail and focus.
Building toys are still a favorite and possibly one of the few toys he still plays with by himself or with friends (at least when he can’t have his Nintendo DS). Toys without borders will encourage his imagination and help him to stay in the land of childhood a little while longer. Any of the best toys for 10-year-old boys above should appeal to your little man because of the skills he is learning now. Go forth, and wrap presents!
FAQ’s
How do I get my son to clean up his toys?
If you figure it out let us know. Some boys are naturally neat and pick up after themselves, others need constant reminders and threats of no television or video games for the month. Then when they do clean and do their chores, everything gets shoved in the closet, under the bed, or in a drawer.
Consistency is key. Kids are home for 18 years because that is how long it takes to train them. Never let up on insisting a clean room is mandatory and sometime around the age of thirty-five, his wife will still be training him.
What if my son breaks or loses most of his toys?
Welcome to parenting. Boys break, lose, and destroy most of their toys. This is why you can only find girl’s toys at yard sales or toys boys didn’t like.
Above we mentioned a great budget price for a ten-year-old boy is $60 because no one wants to be out of $100 when the new toys are broken after rough play by your son and his six rowdy friends.
Try teaching him to put away his toys neatly and not replacing broken toys he loves, let him replace them with his allowance or birthday money.
What if my son doesn’t like sports?
Not all boys like sports. He may still enjoy some organized activities like swimming or car racing. Try taking him to different events to take him to.
Save money by taking him to school events like swim meets, plays, and volunteer opportunities. He may just be a loner and prefer to work alone.
At this age in school, he will be beginning to work in groups and this should help him to be a bit more interested in group activities if he is not.
I cannot get my son outside to play and off the computer, what should I do?
Lockdown his account or unplug the router.
Parenting is tough and sometimes you need to make tough decisions.
Set consistent boundaries and ensure they are not crossed.
Try making computers off-limits on weekdays so he can focus on school work and then let him have larger spans of time online or video games on weekends.
My son doesn’t like learning toys like construction or science sets, how do I get him to try them out?
Try playing with him. Some kids find science and construction toys overwhelming because they like boundaries. You may want to try getting less complicated toys, like a specific Lego set or toy that only performs one function.
How do I keep my son from injuring himself while playing on his scooter?
Safety gear is essential for keeping your son safe. Knee pads, elbow pads, a mouth guard, and a helmet will help to keep him safe.
The trick is to get him to wear the safety gear. For some reason, kids have decided its uncool to wear safety gear. Therefore, try explaining to your son how important the gear is and specifically how it will protect him. At ten, your son is capable of understanding logic and reasoning.
Wrap Up
Did you find the best gift for your special boy? You know him best, so consider their interests and personality when choosing the best gift for 10-year-olds.
Purchasing the best present for a 10-year-old boy is not easy. Their tastes and trends change regularly.
However, I hope this list of more general themed toys will help you find the perfect gift for the boy on your list. Whether you know the child well and understand their specific interests, or if you just need a general gift idea, these best gift options are sure to please.
In conclusion, our best suggestion is the Shifu Orboot: Augmented Reality Interactive Globe for Kids because it is a great learning toy for 10-year-old boys and a lot of fun too.
