Gift Ideas for 10 and 11 Year old Boys
You want to surprise your 10 or 11 year old boy with an amazing gift. The only problem is that you do not have the slightest idea of what to get for him. Boys this age are about to enter or have just entered middle school, and their likes may change from day to day. Consider the following gift ideas for such a boy.
Video games
Many 10 and 11 year old boys enjoy video games. If he already has a system such as the Nintendo Wii, then you can purchase a game for him. If you have a larger budget and he does not have a system already, then this can make a great gift that can provide hours of fun. In addition to the games meant for home use you can look to a handheld game system such as the Nintendo DS.
Music player
Many boys like to listen to music. A music player can make an excellent gift. MP3 players are very popular for kids of this age, and you will have many from which to choose. The IPod is a popular piece. You will find some that play video as well.
Computer
If you have a lot of money to spend, then you could consider getting him a computer. He may have been sharing the family computer up until this point. This can be increasingly difficult since he may need it more and more for school. He could get years out of use on this.
Activity
You may want to get him something intangible. There are many gifts that can make great memories. If he is into sports, then take him to a major league sports game. Spend some special time with him as you root for your favorite team and eat delicious snack food. If he is into science, then consider sending him away to Space Camp. You could get him a membership to the local science museum. Take him on a camping trip.
Lessons are another great “gift of experience.” If he has always wanted to be on a sports team, then sign him up for soccer or baseball lessons. Think about what he would like to do.
Phone
You may think that he is too young for a phone, but many kids this age are getting them. You could get him something simple or a smart phone that he can use to surf while “on the go.” This can give the parent peace of mind as well.
There are many great gifts for a 10 to 11 year old. If you truly get stuck, then consider a gift card or just plain cash. In the end, that might be what he likes best of all.