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Tween and teen boy gifts: Shop headphones, video games, clothing and more

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Tween and teen boys can be notoriously hard to shop for, given they've usually outgrown their little kid toys.

We rounded up some fun, interesting and unexpected gifts you might not have thought of when browsing for the teens and tweens in your life.

Editor's Picks

We included some cool clothes and a couple of fun, older-kid toy options, alongside more niche gifts that will please the pickiest of gift-getters.

Keep reading to see how you can guarantee your favorite tween or teen lights up when he opens his gift this holiday season.

Gifts for hard-to-shop-for toddlers, teens, co-workers and more

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Tween boys ages 8 to 12

Santa Hooded Sweatshirt

Price: $65 · From Goat USA

This cult-favorite brand is a hit amongst middle schoolers. The latest holiday drop features the brand's signature goat in a Santa get-up.

JB Skrub The Junior Travel Trio

Price: $30 · From Amazon

Tween boys can often overlook personal hygiene. This travel set includes a hydrating body wash, body spray and gentle foaming face wash to help keep them fresh.

PF Flyers High-Top Sneaker

Price: $56 · From Amazon

These classic high-top sneakers appeared in the beloved movie "Sandlot." If you got a baseball lover on your hands, these are sure to be a hit!

THE NORTH FACE Boys' Teen Glacier Full Zip Hooded Jacket (Little Big Kid)

Price: $60 · From Amazon

Winter warmth is a top priority for all, so give it to your favorite tween boy with this classic North Face jacket.

Create Your Own Video Game Set

Price: $85 · From Uncommon Goods

Young gamers will get an introduction to coding and have a great time learning how to build and play retro-style games with this fun and totally unique set from Uncommon Goods.

NFL Hooded Bomber Jacket

Price: $150 · From Abercrombie & Fitch

For young football fans, consider this cool bomber jacket featuring various patches, stitching and more to showcase their love of the game.

Rotten - Sour Gummy Worms

Price: $9.99 · From Amazon

Everything from the artwork, the name and the decreased sugar content is perfect for giving kids who love a little gross-out humor and have a sweet tooth. This shareable size will go quickly thanks to the deliciously sour taste, so grab extras in case your giftee wants to share!

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Nintendo Switch - U.S. Version

Price: $49.94 · 16% Savings
From Walmart

Original: $59.99

Loungefly Jurassic Park Camo Full Size Nylon Backpack

Price: $50 · From Amazon

For the big kid who still loves dinosaurs but in a cool way, this retro-inspired "Jurrasic Park" camo backpack is a fantastic gift choice.

Rossetta Star Projector

Price: $39.99 · 33% Savings
From Amazon

Original: $59.99

More than 7,000 of these projectors were sold over the past month on Amazon alone.

LEGO Harry Potter Dobby the House-Elf Building Toy Set

Price: $27.95 · 20% Savings
From Walmart

Original: $34.99

Hover Soccer Ball Boy Toys, Rechargeable Air Soccer Indoor Floating with LED Light and Upgraded Foam Bumper

Price: $15.99 · 44% Savings
From Amazon

Original: $28.99

DIY Root Beer Science Kit

Price: $18 · From Uncommon Goods

Meoonley Kids Smart Watch with Puzzle Games

Price: $32.99 · From Amazon

Big Boys Cotton Fleece Zip Up Hoodie

Price: $41.65 · From Macy's

Avengers Action Figure Gift Set – Marvel Toybox

Price: $89.98 · 30% Savings
From shopDisney

Original: $129.99

Teen boys ages 13 and up

Beats Solo 4 - Wireless Bluetooth On-Ear Headphones, Apple & Android Compatible, Up to 50 Hours of Battery Life - Matte Black

Price: $99.99 · 49% Savings
From Amazon

Original: $199.95

Beats offer the trifecta of looking cool, sounding great and -- for this model especially -- having a very reasonable price point. Give the teen boy in your life who loves music this pair of on-ear headphones to help him hear his favorite tunes through top-notch sound quality.

Boxed 3 In 1 Wallet Gift Set

Price: $79.80 · 65% Savings
From Coach Outlet

Original: $228

A high-quality wallet can last for years, and Coach has been trending with young people again for its top-notch leather goods like this handsome wallet set that comes in three colors to best fit your recipient's style.

Upgrade Digital Camera, Autofocus 50MP FHD 1080P Camera for Kids

Price: $35.99 · 21% Savings
From Amazon

Original: $45.99

Kids love the "retro" aspect of digital cameras, so grab one that's budget-friendly and built with kids in mind to give them a trendy, sure-to-please gift.

Sephora Favorites Cologne Sampler Set with Redeemable Voucher

Price: $95 · From Sephora

Teen boys are exploring ways to express themselves, including through their favorite scents. Encourage him to try out a few fragrances to see if any favorites stick.

Costway 3-In-1 Multi Combo Game Table Foosball Soccer Billiards Pool Hockey For Kids

Price: $159.99 · 30% Savings
From Walmart

Original: $231

If you want to be the "cool" house every boy wants to hang out at after school, give your teen this game table to draw a crowd.

Urban Shop Blue Lava Motion Volcano Lamp

Price: $14.86 · From Walmart

Creating your own vibe and aesthetic in your teenage bedroom is a tremendous rite of passage. Help your teen do so by gifting them this cool, retro-inspired lava lamp.

Backbone One - PlayStation® Edition for iPhone - Lightning

Price: $99.99 · From Backbone

JBL Go 3: Portable Speaker with Bluetooth, Built-in Battery, Waterproof and Dustproof Feature - Black

Price: $49.95 · From Amazon

DATA BANK CA506B-1AVT

Price: $69.95 · From Casio

It's a little nerdy and a lot retro-cool, and it's perfect for the teen who likes peppering those things into his own personal sense of style.

Apple AirPods with Charging Case (2nd Generation)

Price: $89 · 31% Savings
From Walmart

Original: $129

Audio-Technica LP60X-BT Bluetooth Record Player

Price: $234 · 9% Savings
From Urban Outfitters

Original: $259

The teenage years are when many lifelong music fanatics begin their journey into collecting related memorabilia, vinyl included. Give him the gift of analog music with this excellent Audio-Technica record player that has great sound quality and Bluetooth connectivity.