50 Of The Hottest Toys & Gifts For 10 Year Old Boys

As parents we might not like it, but 10 year old boys are getting to the age where they are comfortable doing some pretty crazy things, like taking their new mountain bike down a forest trail or carving up the side of a ski slope at high speeds. After all, part of being a boy is testing your limits and seeing just how awesome you can be. The 4K WiFi Action Camera from AKASO can be mounted on a helmet, bike frame, or even strapped to the kid’s chest in order to capture whatever adventure they might find themselves on. Capable of taking 12 megapixel photos and capturing HD video, this is the perfect gift for the young daredevil or adventurer.

At ten years old, it is probably time to upgrade from the coloring books and crayons to something a bit more in line with what the budding visual artist will need to succeed. This deluxe 142-Piece Wood Art Set from Art 101 USA has absolutely everything needed to create vibrant, detailed drawings and paintings, along with a handy wooden carrying box that keeps everything nice and organized. The kit includes crayons, pastels, colored pencils, watercolor cakes, mixing palettes, pencils, brushes, and much more. For the price, you simply will never find another art set with this kind of versatility and portability.

iPads and smart tablets are much more than mere toys, but instead are fully-functional computer systems that can do virtually anything that we need them to. For this reason, the Apple iPad is a particularly useful gift for the 10-year old boy, as it can not only entertain but also organize, educate, and more. As your child reaches the end of their elementary school age, they are going to need this kind of technology to keep up with their studies. It also means that the kids aren’t going to be asking to use your iPad anymore, which is an unexpected bonus.

When we think of computer coding, the image of a hacker sitting on a computer comes to mind, typing furiously on a keyboard in numerical languages that are hard to understand. The truth is, computer coding can be as simple as lining up a series of simple commands for a program to perform. That’s the fun and magic of Artie 3000, a robot that can be ‘coded’ to perform cool tricks for your kid. In the process, your child will learn the basics of programming language with the help of an integrated smart phone app. Because Artie has a built-in Wi-Fi server, no internet is needed to play with this awesome toy.

If you don’t know what BEYBLADE is, just don’t worry about it. Your kid most certainly does. This spinning battle game is popular among 10 year olds because of the fast paced smash-em-up action that it provides. Boys will take their person Beyblade figurines and load them into the arena. With a pull of the ripcord, the Beyblade discs will go spinning wildly at one another. If they collide in just the right way, one or both of them will burst into multiple pieces all over the ring. There are plenty of different discs, launchers, and arenas to collect, making this an ongoing collectors game that will continue to entertain.

Here is a cool gift idea for the young Super hero Fan in your life, or perhaps the budding artist who is looking for an all new way to express themselves. The Blank Comic Book from Lux Reads lets young  artists fill in the blanks of their very own comic book adventure. Each page of high-quality paper comes with scenes that are ready to fill, with panel separations and more to help tell the story. The only thing we don’t like is that it only comes one per pack, but it’s so much fun that you are most definitely going to want to get more than one!

If your kid is going to be playing with a handheld electronic toy, then it might as well be one that keeps their brain sharp while developing increased memory capabilities and detailed motor skills. Brain Bolt is the newest memory game from Educational Insights, and challenges kits to follow along with the light up pattern, and then repeat it by pressing the buttons in the same sequence. Great for solo play or 1v1, Brain Bolt can provide hours of challenging entertainment per sitting without ever getting old. Also, it’s covered by Educational Insights 365-Day Risk-Free Guarantee, which certainly says something about how confident they are that your kid is going to love it.

As semi-professional toy experts, it is always nice to see something that we have never seen before. The Star Wars Build Your Own Video Game is an innovative toy that has actually been discontinued by the manufacturer, but it is still possible to find copies of it on Amazon. Bloxels is the name of the toy company, and their idea was to make a physical pegboard that kids could use to shape their own video game levels. Then, the video game is played on a smartphone or tablet. Truly one of the most unique gifts on our list, and the obvious choice for any Star Wars fan.

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The budding young engineer might appreciate something a little more advanced that your everyday basic Lego set, and to this purpose, the Engino Buildings & Bridges Construction Kit is the perfect choice. Not only does this kit allow kids to build 9 different working models including a suspension bridge, a house, a truss bridge, and much more, but it also includes a 12 page booklet that actually introduces youngsters to the basic theories of engineering and structural design. Kids will also learn about the different types of forces and how they act on different structures, making this one of the best STEM toys for kids, period.

No matter how old you kids are, there is a pretty good chance that they have already become well acquainted with Corn Hole, the classic bean bag toss game that seems to be enjoying a bit of a renaissance lately in terms of popularity. This pair of collapsible portable Corn Hole Boards comes with four blue bags and four red bags … enough to get a game of 1 on 1 going right away. The boards are lightweight and can fold down into the included carrying case, making this the hands down best beach toy for kids on our list. This is also a great game that can be played at birthday parties too!

With a trusty mountain bike at their side, there is not much that the average 10 year old kid will not be able to accomplish over the course of a bright summer day. The Diamondback 24” Mountain Bike is prepared to offer countless hours of action and adventure with 21 different speed settings. The front 40mm suspension fork will soak up all bumps in the trail, whether it is a rock, root, stick, or something else altogether. The linear pull brakes are easy to reach and easy to adjust … the perfect combination for a beginner bicycle.

If a toy company really wants to be successful, they should always use magnets as a starting point. These amazing hands-on clingers are extremely popular with children because they allow for the magic-like construction of all sorts of structures and shapes, while also stimulating the curious mind into wondering how exactly they work. DigitDots is the newest toy from Brain Spark. It comes with 222 magnetic balls that can be positioned in any shape that the kid wants. The product comes with a digital instruction guide that can walk your kid through some basic structures and advanced designs, giving them a good kick-off point for their ongoing magnetic adventures.

If your 10 year old boy has any sense of humor, then he is going to love the Dinosaur Flip Tee from the folks at Crazy Dog T-Shirts. The front side of this t-shirt has big bold lettering that says, “Ask me about my T-Rex.” The inside of the shirt as the answer in the form of an inverted t-Rex image. The idea is that when someone actually does ask him about his T-Rex, he can playfully pull his shirt up over his head, revealing the image of the dinosaur and probably getting a good laugh in the process.

Got a young stand-up comedian in your family looking to polish their ‘tight 5’ for the Comedy Store? Help them develop their act with the Don’t Laugh Challenge Joke Book (10-Year Old Edition). This compendium of jokes and quips is packed with fun and silliness. The screen-free nature of the book is sure to encourage communication, cooperation, and even friendship among all the kids who are present. With a new edition for every age, this is the perfect annual birthday present to keep their comedy skills sharp. There are lots of cool scenarios to act out, so it is more physical than it looks.

Made by the RC experts at TG-One, the Double-Sided RC Stunt Car is one of the most action-packed remote control toys on our list, offering a lot more than just a speedy ride and fancy colors. The Double-Sided RC Stunt Car actually has more than a few tricks up its sleeve, like the ability to open up its wheel base and perform amazing in-place spins. Or, use the remote control to activate the bright LED headlights in either red or blue, a feature that sadly not all RC cars have these days. The car itself is available in six different colors, and for less than thirty bucks, is one of the best value toys on our list.

Your 10-year old’s weekly allowance is going to have to be stashed somewhere, and for the growing boy, a shoe box under the bed is no longer going to cut it. The Electronic ATM Bank Toy from HUSAN is a full-featured piggy bank that will let your kid take control of their finances in an advanced, futuristic way. Sensors will keep track of everything deposited, and a LCD display will show how much is in there at any given time. Your kid will even have their own personal password, meaning no younger sibling will be able to get their hands in there.

The Electronic Playground 50-In-One Toy comes from Elenco, a company that believes that the best way for kids to learn is to Learn By Doing. This fully-featured STEM toy allows kids to build and understand 50 different electronic circuits, learning a lot about electricity and circuitry in the process. They will be able to make pre-guided inventions like touch lamps, metal detectors, and even a transistor radio, all with the components that are included inside the box. All it requires is a single 9V battery, making this yet another high-value STEM toy for kids who love science and engineering.

Whether the boy you are shopping for is a student of electricity, or a mad scientist in the making, the Snap Circuits Electronics Exploration Kit is a great way to help them along their path to a greater understanding of circuitry, computers, electricity, and electrical engineering. This kit comes with 30 different components that can be easily snapped to the project board in different configurations, allowing for the construction and mastery of over 100 different guided circuit projects. No tools are needed to enjoy this kit, just un-box and go! As far as educational STEM toys are concerned, this is by far one of the most affordable.

Not much has changed about Meccano’s popular Erector Super Construction set over the course of the many decades that it has been around, and that is actually a really good thing. Erector Sets are unlike Legos in that they are more involved, more sturdy, and capable of building even more advanced projects than those colorful plastic blocks. With elements like pulleys, motors, and gears, there is literally no limit to what sort of things can be built with an Erector set. This 638 piece kit is enough to build one of 25 different construction vehicles. Or, add these pieces to an existing collection to make even more possibilities.

The Fart Launcher 3000 is the perfect gift for a 10 year old boy, in fact, one of the only age groups that will truly appreciate the fun gross-out nature of this kooky gift. Simply insert a ‘stink cartridge’ into the fart chamber and lock it into position. Then pull the trigger and send a fart towards an unsuspecting victim, with over 100 farts possible per cartridge. The ‘farts’ have a real stinky smell and can travel up to 10 feet away, but the harmless aroma will dissipate within minutes and leave no lasting residue in the home. The Classic Fart Launcher 3000 is the most popular model, but there are about a half dozen other designs for those kids who want something more specialized.

Do you remember how old you were when you got your first baseball mitt? No matter when it was, there is a pretty good chance that it was a Franklin. This professionally stitched synthetic leather glove is appropriate for both baseball and softball, and comes with a fully adjustable wrist strap and contour system that is designed to prevent this glove from being outgrown anytime soon.  Most online retailers offer both different sized traps and gloves for each hand, ensuring a fully customized glove that is guaranteed to fit. The synthetic leather feels and performs like the real thing, but is much easier to break in.

Until recently, the Nerf-Warrior-In-Training only had a few targets to practice with, such as the cat or his little brother. Now he can practice his sharpshooting with the Floating Orbs Nerf Target, one of the coolest new toys when it comes to foam dart battling. This battery-powered practice aid can levitate plastic balls in the air, creating unique and exciting target practice for the include foam blaster. This is a great gift idea for any kid who is into Nerf blasters, or the first timer who is simply on the lookout for an engaging and competitive activity.  With a flip of a switch, this target can also play awesome galactic music to help set the mood.

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Drones seem to be all the rage these days, which is why we are hardly surprised that one of the best-selling toys on the internet is a small, foldable RC version of the most popular quad-copter drone out there. The HS190 has an integrated Altitude Hold function that allows the user to keep the unit at a constant height, just like a real drone. The remote control is lightweight and easy to use, and can both take off and land with the press of a single button. This makes the control style easy for beginners, but just as exciting for more experienced users. A brand-new high speed rotation trick lets the drone do 260 degree spins at high speeds, turning this into something of a trick copter.

Move over, Rubik’s Cube, there is a whole new Shape Puzzle in town and it is likely to shake things up for millions of kids across the globe. The Ghost Cube is the newest puzzle game from Project Genius that challenges kids to put the cube back into shape after disassembling it. Whether used as a fidget toy or active brain teaser, Ghost Cube is a great way for a kid to kill a few hours in the afternoon. The real challenge is trying to beat your best time after learning how to solve it, challenging the critical thinking and problem solving skills while developing fine motor movements as well.

Capture The Flag will go down in human history as one of the most significant forms of play in existence. Kids have been playing this game for thousands of years, no doubt emulating the team vs. team mentality of military combat in a fun way that lets them grow both physically and intellectually. Now, the classic fun of capture-the-flag is available in an all new glow-in-the-dark version. This set comes with 25 light-up game pieces, including glowing wristbands and a bright flashing ball that can serve as the flag. There are multiple game modes available, but most people will simply love playing the classic version.

Here is a toy that is part building kit, part puzzle, and 100% fun. The Gravity Maze Marble Run by ThinkFun is the kind of challenge that will last well beyond a single afternoon, offering up 60 different guided challenges. The first challenges are great for beginners, but watch out! They only get more and more advanced as your kid works through them, keeping the kids fully engaged and excited the whole time. The Gravity Maze Marble Run is also the winner of the Toy of the Year Award in 2015, another big accolade for an already best-selling building toy and puzzle game.

Harry Potter might be the most popular kids’ franchise of all time, so it certainly would not be a bad idea to use it as a basis for gift giving the next time you need a present for a 10-year old. This 801 piece Lego set comes with all the blocks, accessories, and mini-figures required to construct a faithful recreation of the movie’s famous Hogwarts Express train, as well as the station that comes with it. Once your kid is done enjoying the magical train, it can be disassembled and all the pieces can be used to create something entirely new in conjunction with an existing Lego collection. That’s the magic of Lego!

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If the kid you are shopping for has any inclination towards doodling, drawing, or simple creative expression, then they are going to love the How To Draw Cool Stuff Book by Catherine V. Holmes. This step-by-step guide can teach anyone how to draw “cool stuff” with accuracy and precision, learning valuable sketching skills in the meantime like line, shape, perspective, and space. The book also contains helpful training exercises that can be repeated for advanced brain training … the perfect gift idea for the budding visual artist. Your kid will be amazed at just how fast they can learn to draw!

Of all the games and activities that a 10-year old can engage in, Laser Tag is hands down the coolest. This high-tech adventure battle game pits kids against one another in a laser-fueled competition. Feedback vests record whether or not a player was “shot” with a laser, while the cool innovative guns can track things like the amount of shots fired and accuracy. This kit comes with a few more unique features as well, such as the ability to modify the weapon type in order to alter the difficulty on a player by player basis. The vests create realistic vibrations whenever you are hit, making this one of the most exciting at-home laser tag sets we have ever seen.

Magnets are one of the coolest toys that don’t require a whole lot more than, well, magnetism, in order to be fun. The Magic Penny Magnet Kit from Dowling Magnets takes advantage of basic magnetic fields to allow for the construction of sculptures, pyramids, and spinning structures that defy logic and imagination. Also included is a full-color activity book that is packet with facts, stories, history, and scientific lessons all about how the spinning magnets work. Part science kit and part artistic creation set, this is a great toy for those 10-year old boys that are otherwise hard to shop for.

While darts are a pretty great time for everyone involved, they are not always the best toy for indoor play. Their sharp, stabby tips have a tendency to destroy any wall that they are thrown at, not to mention any foot or hand that happens to get in the way. Now, darts are safer than ever with these cool magnetic tips. The face of the magnetic board is printed just alike a real dart board, allowing for realistic games and score-keeping without all of the sharp, pointy tips. The magnetic darts are even weighted just like the real thing, making this fun for experienced dart players as well.

There are some that say that “Pogo-Sticking” is something of a lost art, but that is certainly no longer the case with the Flybar Master Pogo Stick, a super-springy Pogo Stick with foam-tipped handles and sturfy foot pedals that allow for rigorous bouncing. The non-slip foot pad (multiple are included) make it possible to do all sorts of tricks without having to worry about the stick slipping out from beneath you. With over a dozen different bright colors available, it is possible to customize the Flybar for the 10-year old that you have in mind, or, get one for every kid in the family.

As excited students of all things ‘eew’, 10-year old boys are particularly interested in things like slime, putty, clay, and anything else that has the kind of hands-on ickiness that kids can’t seem to get enough of. The National Geographic Mega Slime Kit comes with all the ingredients needed to have an immersive, hands-on experience with various slimes and putties. As usual with toys from National Geographic, the best part is a full-color 16-Page Learning Guide that will walk kids through their basic questions, such as what is slime anyway and how to make slime at home. 8 different slimes included!

As if hoverboards weren’t cool enough, this one by TOMOLOO has a built-in capability to not only play music, but also produce light effects that match the beat. The result is one of the hippest rides imaginable, whether it is for a quick lap around the park or an extended hangout at the local skate park. The whole hoverboard is less than 20 pounds so it can be transported in the car pretty easily, and it has a pretty good capacity that will accommodate riders that are still growing.  Unlike a lot of the Chinese-made 2-wheeled hoverboards out there, this one conforms to international safety standards for both heat and damage resistance.

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Chess can be a difficult game to learn, and an even more difficult game to master. Still, it is the kind of game that once you get the hold of, you become quite enamored with, and it is also quite good for the brain. Give your kid an exciting introduction to one of the world’s oldest strategy games with the No Stress Chess set from Winning Moves Games. This set comes with a 2-sided game board. One side has a lot of helpful tips for the beginner player, while the other is a simple checkerboard for regular play. Also included is a set of 56 action cards that go into even more detail on how exactly to get the most out of a game of chess.

Kids have a natural affinity for being outside, and the best way to encourage the habit is to give them a full-featured adventure kit that will help them experience the magic, wonder, excitement, and beauty of the natural world in all new ways. The Outdoor Exploration Kit from Smartstoy comes with a pair of kids’ binoculars with 4×30 magnification … more than enough power to get them started with either bird-watching or trail blazing. Also included in the kit is a magnifying glass, a whistle, a compass, and a special drawstring adventure bag to carry it all. Whether it is an afternoon in the backyard or a weekend camping trip with the family, you want to make sure that your young adventurer is properly equipped.

Overdrive is an all new type of building toy that lets kids design and build their own supercars, which are not only meant to go blazing speeds but also battle against one another atop eight different battlefields. The starter kit not only includes all the battlefields, but all the pieces and components required to build two different supercars and battle them against one another. This high-tech race toy utilizes your child’s tablet or smart device in order to take control of the robotic cars, and the kit can be easily expanded with new tracks, upgraded cars, and the brand new Supertrucks.

In what is a pretty obvious present for any 10-year old that has access to a pool, the Poolside Basketball System offers high-energy aquatic fun in a reliable and familiar way. This 44” hoop is designed to sit patiently at the edge of a pool, just waiting for the kids to come along and make awesome dunks and three point shots. The Poolside Basketball System is made by Lifetime, a company that is known for their impressive fabrication skills when it comes to both metal and roto-molded plastic. The backboard graphics are printed in UV-resistant ink, making them particularly resistant to sun fading.

Ten years old is about the age when most boys progress from the beginner level of the things they love to the intermediate or advanced level, becoming more and more adepts at moving through the world in cool new ways. Young skateboarders will love the performance and style of the Pro Skateboard from KPC, a mid-level skateboard set that comes fully assembled and ready to ride. Made from durable Canadian maple and available in over a dozen different styles and colors, this little ripper of a board will have your kid doing sick tricks at the skate park in no time.

While some parents might question whether or not today’s the tech-obsessed generation of children would ever be interested in something as simplistic as a yo-yo, we can assure you that they very much are. Kid’s these days love yo-yos the same as we did, because it is an activity that lets them show off their physical prowess while also managing to be “old school” at the same time. This pro-styled yo-yo is capable of doing all sorts of amazing tricks, from the sleeper to the cat’s cradle and much more. Considering the price, this is the perfect stocking stuffer or party favor, and 5 different colors means that every kid in the house can have their own.

If you or your kid has never played the Slammo Game before, then you’re not alone. But don’t worry, because this is one of those games that you can learn almost immediately, providing high-quality fun and physical entertainment in a convenient and portable way. Kind of like a blend between volleyball and hand ball, Slammo pits players against one another to “spike” the ball into the center net, trying to score on your opponents. Perfect for the beach or park, this complete game set also comes with a vinyl carrying case and a printed game guide that can help new players understand the basics.

We never thought that someone would be able to come up with an all new way to play the classic game of catch, but here we are, about to tell you how that is precisely what Blue Orange did with their Slingball Classic set. This game features foam balls that can be launched across the room courtesy of a strong elastic band and a handle-mounted hook. The other player will try to catch the ball in their net before flinging it back in your direction. This brand of high-speed fling & catch action allows the ball to travel as far as 100 feet!

When it comes to electronic toys, the Smart Circuits Project Kit from SmartLab toys is not only the most educational, but it is also one of the most engaging building kits around. This 48-piece set includes sensors, microprocessors, buttons, boards, wires, and much more that can be assembled into a number of pre-designed project or inventions of the child’s own creation. Budding computer scientists will absolutely need a toy like this if they hope to understand the inner-workings of computers and electric currents. A full color 48-page manual spells everything out with clear, easy-to-understand instructions and step-by-step pictures for a fun, frustration-free experience.

Whether your 10-year old is an old hand at K’NEX or is just starting off their collection for the first time, the Thrill Rides K’NEX Amusement Part Set is sure to put a smile on their face (and keep It there). This is a 744-piece building set that uses all the classic K’NEX pieces, meaning that these pieces will work great with any pre-existing K’NEX collection. Kids will be able to follow the easy-to-understand instructions  create one of three different amusement park rides, including a Ferris wheel that spins, a rotating boom ride, or a twirling spin ride. Or, kids can dive into the 744 piece set to create something entirely of their own!

One of the most affordable handheld games of the year is also one of the most captivating, and not just for 10-year olds. The silly fun of Tiny Pong is simply undeniable to anyone that picks it up. Something of a cross between ping pong and an old-school paddleboard game, Tiny Pong challenges players to create ongoing volleys by bouncing the plastic ball back and forth on a handheld tennis table. Electronic sensors keep track of your points, so it becomes terribly addicting to try and defeat your highest score. This also makes it possible to challenge friends and siblings to see who can get the longest volley!

Remote control vehicles are pretty much a “sure thing” when it comes to shopping for 10 year old boys. These are some of the most exciting toys out there because they put the action directly in your kid’s hands, in the form of a force-sensitive RC controller that calls all the shots. The Force1 High Velocity RC Boat is one of the fastest toy watercraft in existence, featuring a top speed of over 20 miles per hour, easily twice that of the average RC car. It also has an impressive signal range of about 120 meters, which opens up a significant chunk of the lake or ocean as a playground. Choose from electric blue or emerald green.

It doesn’t matter if your boy is a super spy in training or a soon-to-be wilderness expert, there is nothing like a reliable set of walkie talkies to make a kid happy. This 2-pack set from LET’S GO have three different channels of operation that can operate with an impressive 2 mile range. Extra features include a survival flashlight and an auto squelch function that will work to mute any excess sounds to create a crystal clear transmission, even at a distance. A dense plastic shell keeps these puppies protected against the rigors of outdoor play and super spy adventures.

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Shuffleboard is one of those games that not a whole lot of kids have access to, but once you start playing it, it can be hard to stop! The Woodbridge Shuffleboard Table from Playcraft is an ultra-deluxe wooden gaming table that is built to professional specifications, just like the ones you would find at an arcade or tavern. If shuffleboard is important to your kid or your family, then there is simply no other table that matches this kind of quality and aesthetic appeal. Four different wood finishes means that you should be able to find the perfect match for the game room.

The newest tabletop multiplayer game from Think Fun is also one of the best-selling logic games on the internet, and after trying our hand at it, we can see why. The Word A Round Game works to develop critical skills like vocabulary and concentration by challenging kids to solve unique circular word puzzles. The instructions are so clear that you can play this game immediately out of the box. Winner of several awards including the Play Advances Language Award and a nominee for the 2014 Toy of the Year Award. This fast-paced card game is perfect for ages 10 all the way up to full grown adults … and everyone can play together.

While Yahtzee, the classic dice-rolling battle game, might be very familiar to us parents, there is a good chance that you kid(s) have not yet had the pleasure. This is the classic version of the game in almost every way, bringing back a nostalgic feeling for a time when games were simple and easy to play. Because the rules are so easy to learn, Yahtzee is the kind of game that works great at parties or on Christmas morning, right after dumping out the stocking. At less than ten bucks this is one of the best bang-for-your-buck gift ideas on our list.