LMA Posted November 8, 2008 Share Posted November 8, 2008 A person whose store is a dropoff place for Toys for Tots says that they need more gifts for teens this year. What are some non-electronic items, besides books, to give to teens? I have given lots of books in the past, but I need some other ideas for ages 13 and up please. Thanks. Louise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hsmamainva Posted November 8, 2008 Share Posted November 8, 2008 The first thing that came to my mind was a journal. You can find some beautiful, cloth-bound journals just about everywhere, and then they could write down their thoughts and feelings and goals, etc. I hope you get some more ideas! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFSinIL Posted November 8, 2008 Share Posted November 8, 2008 (edited) Locking diaries (or does that count as a book?). I asked my as of tomorrow 15 (!!!) year-old teen for her recommendations and she said a Bedazzler - it puts shiny studs etc. in clothes so a teen can dazzle her friends, or a kit to put colorful highlight streaks in the hair or a craft kit to make friendship bracelets. A stroll through the cosmetics section of a Walmart will reveal more items. My teen boys are asleep so I have to channel them - decent football or basketball, Estes rocket kit (only if a kid has access to a large field to launch the rocket - this is not a city-dweller's toy), Joker action figure (cool Health Ledger one not a little kid toy), swiss army knife (might not be allowed, though), ...heck, boys are hard. OK - 17-yr-old woke up and said "pocket knife". Edited November 8, 2008 by JFSinIL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TN Mama Posted November 8, 2008 Share Posted November 8, 2008 What about board games? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TraceyS/FL Posted November 8, 2008 Share Posted November 8, 2008 Here is the Amazon 12-15 group list (ok, some of these are young for "teens", but hey, it's a start). http://www.amazon.com/toys-games-12-15-years-age/b/ref=ty_nav_hp_age_12_15?ie=UTF8&node=165969011&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=left-1&pf_rd_r=0X1JV7Z56BT7PW4H0A22&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=462310601&pf_rd_i=165793011 I was thinking board games too. I like the Craft stuff for older kids. Rainbow Resource had some way cool "scratch art" sets that my soon to be 13 year old DD picked out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacia Posted November 8, 2008 Share Posted November 8, 2008 Jewelry or a watch, maybe? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LMA Posted November 8, 2008 Author Share Posted November 8, 2008 Here is the Amazon 12-15 group list (ok, some of these are young for "teens", but hey, it's a start). http://www.amazon.com/toys-games-12-15-years-age/b/ref=ty_nav_hp_age_12_15?ie=UTF8&node=165969011&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=left-1&pf_rd_r=0X1JV7Z56BT7PW4H0A22&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=462310601&pf_rd_i=165793011 I was thinking board games too. I like the Craft stuff for older kids. Rainbow Resource had some way cool "scratch art" sets that my soon to be 13 year old DD picked out. Everyone, These are all great ideas! Which board games are not too young for the teen set? I appreciate your help. Louise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TraceyS/FL Posted November 8, 2008 Share Posted November 8, 2008 I didn't think any of the games where young on that list - mainly the toys! (i would have played with my brothers Legos at that age - and did - but not sure on getting one you know?). Most any on there would probably be great. There is another list on Amazon in the "game" department that does a 12-15 list of them. I keep seeing some i want to get us - but mylist is "done"! LOL!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LMA Posted November 8, 2008 Author Share Posted November 8, 2008 I didn't think any of the games where young on that list - mainly the toys! (i would have played with my brothers Legos at that age - and did - but not sure on getting one you know?). Most any on there would probably be great. There is another list on Amazon in the "game" department that does a 12-15 list of them. I keep seeing some i want to get us - but mylist is "done"! LOL!!! Oh, I didn't check the list (no time at this moment) because I will sit and browse and put things in a cart (I'm supposed to be working right now). I going to do it later. I'm glad to know there are games in that list. I just assumed that they were individual toys. Thank you so much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareni Posted November 10, 2008 Share Posted November 10, 2008 Card games can be fun. I saw the Amazon list contained the following which are hits in our family: Set, Quiddler, and Five Crowns. Other teen favorites here are Fluxx and Loot. No personal experience, but Chrononauts sounds good. Regards, Kareni Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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kah Posted July 3, 2009 Share Posted July 3, 2009 Good ideas already; I'd add footballs, basketballs, and any other not-too-expensive sports equipment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JohnnyReynolds Posted December 2, 2009 Share Posted December 2, 2009 Amazon is a dropoff place for Toys.They also have free shipping.However I heard about AmazingWatcher.Com which is a free website that will “watch†items for you on Amazon and let you know when amazon has them in stock at regular retail price.:001_smile: http://www.amazingwatcher.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gandpsmommy Posted December 2, 2009 Share Posted December 2, 2009 Are you not allowed to donate clothing? Because as a teenage girl that is really what I wanted for Christmas. I was thinking hoodies, sweaters, cozy socks, etc. I would also have wanted scented lotions and shower gels from Bath & Body Works. But since the name is Toys For Tots, I'm assuming they want toys. Scattegories was one board game that came to mind. A jewelry-making kit might be a good idea for girls. Or a kit to design your own t-shirt, decorate your own flip-flops, etc. I would have appreciated a nice stationery kit for writing letters to friends, but I don't know if kids still do that now that e-mail and texting are available. My mom bought me a Monet stationery set when I was a teen that I particularly liked. I think a nice bag from somewhere like Aeropostale or Target (I'm thinking bright colors and polka dots) with a beautiful journal, some nice pens, and maybe a few lotions and a lip gloss would be nice, but I dont' know. I don't have too many teens in my life right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lgm Posted December 2, 2009 Share Posted December 2, 2009 tools multitool (leatherman knockoff) crafting tools (pliers, wires,beads) wallet or billfold purse cute hat/glove combos for gals backpack or courier bag swim cap or goggles, tennis racket, tennis balls, bball, skateboard bearings weights, lacrosse stick bike tube repair kit, multisport helmet hooded sweatshirts or sweatpants w/high school name (the local bigbox discounter here sells them for all the neighboring school districts) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pippen Posted December 2, 2009 Share Posted December 2, 2009 Our local TFT is requesting gift cards for that age group: bookstores, itunes, the mall, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TechWife Posted December 2, 2009 Share Posted December 2, 2009 Do they have to be toys? I am thinking hair dryer, a straightening iron, makeup kit, shower gel. Boys, I have no idea! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JohnnyReynolds Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 I saw the Amazon list contained the following which are hits in our family: Set, Quiddler, and Five Crowns.I buy from Amazon re-sellers all the time. I haven't had any more (or less) problems with them than I've had with any other internet vendors. Recently I came to know that there is a website named AmazingWatcher.Com which is a free website that will “watch†items for you on Amazon and let you know when amazon has them in stock at regular retail price.It got so awesome!:) Good luck everybody!http://www.amazingwatcher.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibraryLover Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 My teens still gravitate towards the basics-- Clue, Life, Parcheesi. I'm amazed at the longevity of Clue. lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BikeBookBread Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 Sports gear: basketball, football, soccer ball, frisbee Good art supplies (this is what our "Angel Tree" girl asked for last year): pastels, good pencils, pad, watercolors, etc... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JohnnyReynolds Posted December 15, 2009 Share Posted December 15, 2009 Card games can be fun. I saw the Amazon list contained the following which are hits in our family: Set, Quiddler, and Five Crowns.Amazon is the cheapest right now.However I heard about http://www.amazingwatcher.com which is a free website that will “watch†items for you on Amazon and let you know when amazon has them in stock at regular retail price.:001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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