There are so many fun gift options for teenage boys this year. And given they’ve been stuck at home since March living that #pandemiclife, we think they’ve earned a little something extra for the holidays. Plus, if you give your kid something engrossing like a 5,000-piece Lego set or a 150-game arcade system, maybe they’ll stop bugging you for snacks for 5 minutes.
But it’s not all fun and games on our list, we’ve also picked practical products like a laptop sleeve and a quality jacket. Things he wants and things he needs. Whatever your teenager’s interests, we think we’ve got his gift right here. So scroll on, shop and make his holiday a happy one. This story was published earlier but has been completely updated for the 2020 holiday season.
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Stylish dudes will love this sturdy Dickie’s work jacket for its ’90s throwback appeal. And teenage boys who don’t care about style? Well, they still need a jacket. Either way, this gift is a win. Available in black, charcoal, and navy.
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Kodak’s pocket-sized projector is a dream for teens who love movies, TV shows, or video games (which is pretty much all teens.) The Luma 150 can project up to 150 inches onto almost any surface. And there’s a built-in speaker so no extra equipment is needed.
Loot Crate
Whatever his interests, getting a Loot Crate in the mail is fun for any teenager. Loot Crate is a subscription box of cool stuff (figurines, shirts, collectibles, and more) centered on a theme, like anime, gaming, WWE, Marvel and more. Just pick his interest, select a plan (a one-off gift or a recurring box), and pay. Your teen will get a sweet box of goodies.
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Chance basketballs just look cool. We love the brand’s colorful designs, and your teenaged basketball player will love Chance’s quality construction. This ball has a great grip, a cushioned touch, and style for miles. Available in sizes five, six, and seven.
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Baggu’s puffy laptop sleeves are like a cozy sleeping bag for your teen’s computer. They’re a cool way to keep that laptop free from injury and scratches. And with so many kids doing distance learning, laptops are getting a lot more use these days. Baggu’s sleeves are made from 40% recycled nylon and come in both solid colors and trendy prints; we’re partial to the smiley faces.
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By now your teen may have AirPods for day-to-day listening. But what about music when he’s working out? Gift him a comfy, water-resistant option: Jabra’s Elite Active 75t. These true wireless headphones are equally at home with iPhones and Android phones, delivering more than 7 hours of battery life between charges, and the included charging case provides another 21 hours. Even better, noise-canceling has arrived, thanks to a surprise software upgrade that was just made available. We love this in-ear model because it’s rugged enough to withstand teenage use, sweat and all. Available in multiple colors, including mint green, navy blue and sienna.
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Anyone who knows a teenager knows they like to lie around. Especially now they’re housebound due to a global pandemic. It’s the bean bag chair’s time to shine! Skate brand Element has put their mark on this model, which features a cargo pocket perfect for reading material (or his Nintendo Switch) and a removable cover for easy cleaning.
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Improve your teenager’s at-home workouts with a cardio training bag. This is a freestanding foam punch bag he can use for boxing or cardio workouts. And parents may want to take a swing, too — we can all use an outlet right now for pent-up pandemic energy. Win-win!
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Ravensburger’s at it again with another high-quality board game. The latest addition to the Villainous series is a Marvel-themed version perfect for teenagers. Best for ages 12 and up, each player becomes a notorious Marvel villain: Thanos, Hela, Ultron, Taskmaster, or Killmonger to face off in this fast-paced card game. Your teen will actually want to join family game night for Marvel Villainous: Infinite Power.
