25 Popular Gifts Topping Every Boy's Holiday Wishlist

Here’s a twist on a classic puzzle game: Players must race to move the traffic out of the way and get their car into the winner’s circle. “The head-to-head aspect was unique and made the gameplay really fun,” one mom said. Ages 8+

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If there’s one thing every kid wants for Christmas this year, it’s squishies. The butter fidget toy (he’ll get two) can be poked, stretched, and twisted, and it’ll always rebound to its original shape. No age requirement listed

With this new game from Rubik’s, players have to quickly push the buttons to create a three-in-a-row sequence as they light up. They can be horizontal, vertical, or diagonal. He can challenge himself with nine rounds of increasingly difficult play or turn it into a competition with up to four players. Ages 7+

During in-person toy testing, kids couldn’t get enough of this remote-controlled monster truck. There are three modes, including Beast Mode, where the shark breaks free of its chain and gnashes its teeth, pops wheelies, and spins in circles. One parent of an at-home tester said, “This is so much fun! My kid played with it for hours and didn’t get bored.” Ages 4+

LED bike lights are a must-have, according to my 11-year-old nephew and his classmates. Choose from eight different light colors, which last 8–10 hours on a single charge (batteries not included). Added bonus? His bright wheels will make him more noticeable when riding at night.

This nifty toy uses AI to let kids describe an image they want to see on a sticker, then prints it. My nephews (11 and 8) thought it was hilarious, asking for creative drawings like “a tiger wearing a hat climbing a tree” and “a cat with a mustache in space.” After, kids can color in the stickers. Ages 5+

The whole family can get involved in this fast-paced game that involves quickly matching fake gummy worms to the images of their cards. Everyone plays at once, so it gets chaotic—in a fun way. “The kids loved how realistic the worms looked and how competitive the game could get!” one parent said. Ages 6+

With this remote-controlled airplane, he can fly up to 45 mph and experiment with loops and barrel rolls. There's an auto-stabilization system, designed to make it smooth and easy to operate—even when there's wind. It's a popular choice for GH readers among teens and adults. Ages 12+

This action-packed novel will encourage him to read. It focuses on a wolf who is ostracized from her pack for being white, and is soon caught in a trap with a snow leopard and a wild cat. “[It’s] a great graphic novel with lots of surprises and excitement throughout,” said one kid reviewer. Ages 8 to 12

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He can learn how to play chess without memorizing the complicated rules of the game. The game board shows images, so he'll know where each piece goes, and action cards explain how to move the pieces. This game taught my 11-year-old nephew how to play chess (he often beats me). Age 7+

Another favorite among GH readers, this magnetic pen doubles as a fidget toy. It can be shaped into countless figures, shapes, patterns, and puzzles. It also works as a stylus for touch screens. Age 15+

This is Tech Deck’s first motorized toy, and the skater revs up to 8,000 RPM when connected to the launcher. During in-person toy testing, kids were shocked by how high it pops up (up to 6 feet). According to my inside source (again, my nephew), finger skateboards are also really popular. Ages 6+

For kids that are concerned about "drip," gift them a trendy sweatsuit. This two-piece sweatsuit is made from a cotton-blend fabric that online reviewers say is soft and lightweight. There are sizes for kids between the ages of 5 and 12.

Keep him comfortable while he games. This chair inflates within 30 minutes, has cup holders, and a side pocket, plus supports up to 220 pounds. It's available in a few different styles, including an option with a matching ottoman. Ages 4+

Popular with young boys and teens, this laser tag set encourages him to run around and battle his friends. There's a 150-foot shooting range, voice-guided play, and night vision, plus four weapon modes. Ages 8+

If you're ready to spend more, our kid testers raved about this e-scooter that drives up to 10 mph. “Our son is obsessed,” said a parent of a 10-year-old. “He is consistently charging and using the Segway pretty much every single day!” There are ambient lights under the deck and a display that shows the battery life. Ages 6+

My 11-year-old nephew plays with his over-the-door basketball hoop every night—it's a great way to get energy out on a cold day. This mini hoop comes with three balls, keeps score, and cheers when he makes a basket. There are three different modes to practice, progress through levels, or compete with another player. Ages 5+

My entire family is obsessed with this game! You draw a card and everyone has to write a word that completes the phrase, trying to match another player's word. It's easy to learn, quick to play, and gets funny fast. It comes with dry erase markers and boards, which add to the fun. Ages 8+