mommyx4 Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 Can we start discussing Christmas? Is it too early? I have twin 12(almost 13) year old boys and need to start planning. I need some ideas! They love airsoft wars, so we figured we will buy them new guns. The could probably use a new bike, so we may consider that as well(their birthday is 1 week before Christmas, so I'm trying to think for both) No video game things. They do have a Wii, but don't play that often. They are really into clothes all of a sudden, so I'm sure we will buy them new clothes. Any other ideas? Games? Stocking stuffers? What are you getting your boys? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 Think Geek has been a hit here since the tween years! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharpie Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 I'm in a similar boat. What is on the idea list so far is Perplexus Warp since he has all the other Perplexus mazes, a card game, Skip Bo, and an adult size sleeping bag. I'm sure I'll find another game or two since my tween is into games. I'm also looking for a very soft hoodie or sweatshirt. Stocking stuffer ideas: Silly string, magnetic thinking putty, nail clippers (they keep getting lost so each child is getting one!), deodorant, tic tacs, and favorite gum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momof3littles Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 Archery stuff My eldest has an RC 10 car, which is very much a "big kid" remote control car. They are a little delicate because they go so fast. Parts are replaceable though, so that's a good thing. Pricey but fun, and still a toy, iykwim. Bluetooth speaker or dock of some type He likes electronics and tinkering, so little kits (like Velleman ones similar to this: http://www.parts-express.com/velleman-3d-christmas-tree-kit--320-166?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=pla ) are fun for him. One year he got a little kit from Radio Shack with a soldering iron and so forth. He wants a new hat, but has particular requirements, so I need him to give me guidance Books Audiobooks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hyacinth Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 We're looking at a slackline for my 12- and 13-yo boys. Duct tape is always a good stocking stuffer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FriedClams Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 We LOVE our Zombie curve bow things like this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00CKY6SJ6/ref=pd_aw_sims_19?pi=SL500_SR115%2C115&refRID=1YYA7ZYZAQ7SBFZ47S22 The Wal-Mart one ($30) is actually better because the arrows light up. We play after dark (I have a pink bow) and it's HYSTERICAL fun. We prefer the non suction cup arrows as they fly better. They do hurt if you get hit, and we REQUIRE eye protection (two things tweens love). Racquetball goggles work well and usually have a strap so they don't fall off. My kids are 12 and 13 and we use them daily. I like them much more than airsoft! :-) ETA - I also require frequent arrow hunts, since they do stray and are costly. That's another reason night games rock - it's hard to lose arrows then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommyx4 Posted October 30, 2014 Author Share Posted October 30, 2014 These are some great ideas so far! I've never even heard of those bows, but my boys would love them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareni Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 Do your sons enjoy thinking games? If so, I'd suggest: Quarto SET Bananagrams is a fun word building game. Regards, Kareni Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mandylubug Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 My 11 and 12 yr old boys have asked for wallets this year. I'm shocked but will provide it. Mine also want clothes, a new fedora, hooded jackets. Mine asked for all the minecraft papercraft kits to go along with their minecraft action figures. Nerf guns Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 Think Geek airzookas! They look awesome, make noise and shoot air across the room. Good fun inside too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SebastianCat Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 For stocking stuffers, my 12 year old DS is getting FOOD. We were on vacation in October and he saw two stores in the shopping district that sold only "jerky" products - so he's getting things like elk jerky, alligator jerky, rainbow trout jerky, etc. He absolutely loves any snack-type food that he doesn't have to share. :) I also found a specialty candy store and got him some "toxic waste" sour candies. The little container even looks like a trash can. We exchange names on one side of the family for cousins to give gifts to each other. One year a nephew, who was probably about 12 or 13 at the time, wanted only money. The aunt providing the gift taped the requested amount of cash to a box of ready-to-eat bacon, and it was his favorite gift that Christmas. DS's "big" gift from DH & I this year will likely be a fish tank and stand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farrar Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 On my boys' wishlist at the moment... books, board games, Arduino and programming books, a subscription to Make, and some more Nerf guns. Oh, and Skylanders Trap Team, which will be a huge waste of money and which they'll beat after playing intensively for like a week, but which will definitely get the grandparent who gives it the biggest happy cry, I'm sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardenmom5 Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 rolls of duct tape. especially now they come in patterns and colors. and don't laugh, my boys loved them. we bought them their own so they'd leave ours alone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renthead Mommy Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 rolls of duct tape. This. Already bought and in the closet. I think he'll get his own email account. And we may give in and give him MineCraft as it is something he really, really wants, even though we really don't want to do video games. Beyond that I am really, really stumped. I saw a thing in a magazine that attaches to your car's sun visor, basically making it work for people shorter than average adults. He is always complaining about how it doesn't come down far enough and the sun is in his eyes. Also one of those extention things that attaches to your phone. Makes taking selfies, especially group one easier, sort of making your arm much longer. He's getting a hat that has built in lights (Lowe's near the checkout $16), calendar, a couple books. Possibly a hiking backpack for scouts, but that's more because I can't think of anything else to get him. If I can think of some other stuff we'll just wait and buy that in the spring when he needs it for scouts. It's just not really a christmas gift type thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mandylubug Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 I forgot mine have asked for all kinds of food as well. Cracks me up but okay. Mine like their own stash of gum, canned whipped cream to eat alone, little debbies, etc. Pure junk I typically say no to but will allow occasionally. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted November 1, 2014 Share Posted November 1, 2014 My son loves his Loot Crate. It's a box of geeky stuff each month. October had a zombie theme. He got a shirt that looked like white kittens up close and a skull at a distance. One month was space stuff and there was a tribble. A baby Groot was in one. There's usually a t-shirt. It's definitely "stuff" but kids love getting it each month. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest logan Posted November 1, 2014 Share Posted November 1, 2014 In my son's school hacky sack is a crazy right now for some reason, so I'm getting him one, but it's gonna be personalized :) He really loves Star Wars, so he's gonna get one that looks like yoda: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Dory Posted November 1, 2014 Share Posted November 1, 2014 Slacklines are great for a variety of ages, just make sure you get one with a guideline. Archery stuff a sword along with classes on how to use it and the history behind the broadsword is a possibility. (we took one weekend course as a family.) Slingshot His own chair and ottoman Computer programming books or courses Robotics books or courses (he has said he'd like the 4H curriculum next) Those are some of the ideas we're tossing around anyway. Stocking stuffers here are candy, a book, a t-shirt of some sort, and some small thing like new ear buds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kari C in SC Posted November 1, 2014 Share Posted November 1, 2014 My son loves his Loot Crate. It's a box of geeky stuff each month. October had a zombie theme. He got a shirt that looked like white kittens up close and a skull at a distance. One month was space stuff and there was a tribble. A baby Groot was in one. There's usually a t-shirt. It's definitely "stuff" but kids love getting it each month. Thank you so much for posting this! I think my 10 year old boy will love it and as a bonus, what he doesn't want, my 16 year old daughter will want! I'm going to tell my mom and sister they should go in on this for his Christmas present! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted November 1, 2014 Share Posted November 1, 2014 Books of Calvin and Hobbes, or maybe The Far Side. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elisabet1 Posted November 1, 2014 Share Posted November 1, 2014 Science kits, nerf guns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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