Cool Easter Basket Ideas for Tween Boys

While your tweens might not still believe in the Easter bunny, you still might want to treat them to a few things for Easter, especially if they have siblings that still believe. We have found lots of great Tween Boy Easter Basket Ideas of non-candy options to fill those baskets. Need more ideas? Be sure to check all our Easter Basket ideas for all ages.

Cool Easter Basket Ideas for Tween Boys

We have a variety of items, in all price ranges to fit a variety of tween interests. You won’t want to miss our cool Easter basket ideas for tween boys.

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Easter Hunt Scavenger Hunt Clues

Grab this free printable with fun Easter Hunt Riddles. A perfect activity for Easter morning.

Easter Basket Stuffers for Tween Boys 

Beat That! Challenge Game

This fun Beat That! Challenge Game will keep your tweens engaged. Ever had the satisfaction of throwing a paper ball in the bin from across the room? Well, that feeling is what this game is all about. The aim is to collect as many points as possible by betting on your ability to complete a series of ridiculous challenges using an assortment of seemingly random objects. All players attempt the exact same challenges, so get ready for the ultimate battle of abilities! Beat That! brings big fun every time whether it’s a small group or a large gathering. It’s perfect for occasions of all kinds including game nights, rainy days, camping trips, ski trips, weekends at the lake, bbqs, sleepovers, team building activities, occupational therapy exercises, icebreakers, youth groups, and family reunions. This game is great for older kids, tweens and adults. 

Dude Perfect 101 Tricks, Tips and Cool Stuff Book

The Dude Perfect guys are really popular, viral trick shot videos. I know my boys have watched all of their videos online. Your tweens will love this massive, photo-intensive book, Dude Perfect 101 Tricks, Tips, and Cool Stuff, and they’ll experience a behind-the-scenes look at their stunts and their personal lives, PLUS step-by-step instructions so you can attempt their tricks at home! Check out step-by-step instructions on how to perform the Dudes’ most popular tricks! Plus, explore new ways to modify the shots to keep challenging your friends, your family and yourself. Plus, they can explore photos from behind-the-scenes of some of Dude Perfect’s coolest moments.

Egg-cellent Science Experiment Eggs 6-ct

Your kids will love these affordable, mini, Egg-cellent Science Experiment eggs. Science to the Max brings you an innovative way to introduce kids to the wonders around them. Crack open each egg individually to unveil different activities in each kit. 2 experiments are included in every egg but some even have a bonus activity! Hear the ooohs and aahs as kids discover how fun and entertaining science can be. They’ll learn about polymers and different areas of chemistry as they create faux snow, crystals, water gel and so much more! Follow along the instructions that are provided in each egg to learn the science behind each of the experiments. This kit will educate as much as it will entertain!

Shashibo Shape Shifting Box Fidget

Your fidgeters will enjoy this super cool Shashibo Shape Shifting Box. The patented, award-winning Shashibo fidget box features 36 rare earth magnets for an innovative design that transforms into over 70 shapes. Parents will love the quality and unique design of the Shashibo, durably constructed of premium injection-mold plastic, 36 rare earth magnets, and a tear-proof, matte or high-gloss surface. Each magnetic puzzle features 4 unique, artistic patterns of vibrant, mesmerizing artwork, for an ever-changing array of beauty at your fingertips. It fits comfortably in the hand for hours of mind-challenging fun, stimulate the senses with unlimited creative possibility! Can you master the Shape-Shifting Box? The Shashibo comes in lots of cool patterns and colorways. 

Funko Pop Boba Fett Keychain

Your kids, tweens and teens will love collecting these cool Funko Pop keychains. They are great for attaching to backpacks or house keys. This super cool Boba Fett keychain will be a hit or choose from a ton of other Funko Pop Keychains. 

The Crew Strategy Card Game

Your tweens and teens will love this affordable and  highly-reviewed, The Crew Strategy Card Game. Astronauts wanted! The scientific community is abuzz over signs of a mysterious planet located at the edge of our solar system. But despite all of their efforts, so far they have been unable to provide substantial evidence of its existence. Join this exciting space adventure to find out if the theories are just science fiction or if you will discover Planet Nine. In this cooperative trick-taking card game, you need to complete 50 different missions as you travel across the solar system. But you will only succeed if you can work together as a team. To master the challenges and achieve your mission, communication will be essential — but in space, things can be more challenging than expected. It’s not just who wins the hand but also how the hand is won that makes all the difference.

Nightmatch Light-up LED Football – Size 6

Get your tweens outdoors with this impact-activated LED is built into our NIGHTMATCH LED football. It ensures maximum visibility in the dark and is still clearly visible from a long distance! It is impact-activated and lights up when bounced, for 30 seconds, and shuts off when not in use. It is made of high-quality materials and it is sturdy and waterproof.

Needoh Noodlies Fidget

Needoh Noodlies are the fun new fidgets that your kids and tweens will love. You can squeeze, stretch, knot, or mash these elastic noodles to your heart’s desire. Noodlies are brightly colored in 5 fluorescent tones and offer a unique sensory play experience that creates loads of endless fun. Toss them around with friends or squeeze a handful when you want to mellow out!

SWEETS KENDAMAS

Help your kids beat boredom with these cool and brightly-colored, Sweets Kendamas. Kendama is an active traditional Japanese game that builds hand-eye coordination, balance, reflex, & creativity. It is great for all ages and there are endless trick possibilities for both the beginner and the seasoned master! Each one of these Grain Split 2.0 kendamas are ready to play right out of the box thanks to the PRIME Sticky Clear paint job. The tackiness will help players at any level catch the ball on the cups and help them progress on to more difficult tricks like lighthouse and lunar. Choose from tons of cool-patterned Kendamas.

Machi Koro Strategy Game

Your older kids will love this super cool, highly-reviewed strategy game. Machi Koro is a fast paced game. Can you build faster than your opponents?
Welcome to the city of Machi Koro. You’ve just been elected Mayor. Congrats! Unfortunately the citizens have some pretty big demands: jobs, a theme park, a couple of cheese factories and maybe even a radio tower. A tough proposition since the city currently consists of a wheat field, a bakery and a single die. Armed only with your trusty die and a dream, you must grow Machi Koro into the largest city in the region. You will need to collect income from developments, build public works, and steal from your neighbors’ coffers. Just make sure they aren’t doing the same to you. Machi Koro is a fast-paced game for 2-4 players. Each player wants to develop the city on their own terms in order to complete all of the landmarks under construction faster than their rivals. You can also find this cool Machi Koro game at Target. 

LED Light Bar Set – Room Decor, Gaming or TV Mood Lighting

Your tweens and teens will love this highly-reviewed, cool Mood Lighting Light Bar Set. These make cool room or gaming area decor and I love that these light bars have stands so you don’t have to stick the light bars to the wall! This set has Two-Way Installation: Attach the smart light to the back of your TV or PC with strong adhesive. Or, use the stands provided for an easy set-up next to or behind the screen. These ambient lights are quick to install and easy to operate. Sync Your Music: With a built-in mic, the tv backlights sync smoothly with music or sounds from your screen. Choose from four modes (Vivid, Rhythm, Strike, Vibrate), all greatly enhancing your movies, karaoke nights, or gaming worlds. Smart App Control: Enjoy access to an intuitive timer function, customizable DIY colors and light effects, plus zestful music and scene modes. This set includes: two light bars, one adapter, two table mounting brackets, two screen mounting brackets and a control box.

Poetry for Neanderthals Game

Your teen will love this silly game and small games make a fun gift for Valentine’s Day. Poetry for Neanderthals is a competitive word-guessing card game, from the creators of Exploding Kittens game, where you must speak good or get hit with a NO! stick. Using only single syllable words, give clues to your team trying to guess your secret phrase. If you mess up and use a big word, you get bopped on the head with a 2-foot long inflatable club. Your teens will find this hilarious! It’s a hilarious, cutthroat, challenging game for those who consider themselves mighty wordsmiths.

ALLEY HOOPSTER TRICK SHOT KIT

This brand new, Alley Hoopster Trick Shot Kit came to life on Kickstarter and your tween will love this carefully-created trick shot kit. Become the next trick shot superstar by using the balls, launcher, backboards and hoop to create your own amazing trick shots. Place it anywhere and adjust the hoop bigger or smaller while you master your shot. This set includes adjustable wooden backboards, a hand board, ball gun, hoop and oversized ping pong-like balls to create tricks of all kinds.

KOOSH DOUBLE PADDLE SET

This super cool retro Koosh Double Paddle Set is a great way to get your kids, tweens and teens playing outside. This set has the same quality of construction that has made Koosh a top toy for decades has so many awesome ways to play! With two paddles for twice the fun, the Paddle Play Set works for individual or partner games! See how high you can bounce the Koosh ball on your own or try and bounce it back and forth with a friend for as long as you can! The paddles are lightweight and have plenty of bounce-ability for maximum fun. This Koosh Double Paddle set is great for playing indoors, outdoors, at home, or on the go. Designed for effortless play, Koosh is easy to catch but hard to put down! You can also find this Koosh Double Paddle Set on Amazon.

SMART GAMES: TEMPLE TRAP AND ATLANTIS ESCAPE

SmartGames offers dozens of problem-solving puzzle games that are perfect for travel and I love that they are designed for one player! Each title comes with a self-contained game board with lid…no more lost pieces! You can download the app to enhance game play! So while you are on the go you can use your brain to help rabbits jump to safety, help a spaceship navigate an asteroid field, help squirrels bury their acorns for winter, and much, much more! All while building cognitive skills including problem-solving, spatial insight, visual perception, planning, and more.

Cruzinbrightz Bike Disco LED Lights

Kids, tweens and teens will love these CruzinBrightz disco lights for bikes and scooters. Red, blue, and green LEDs shine through a lens to create various color combinations and mind-blowing patterns on the pavement. CruzinBrightz run on 3 AA batteries, and they easily mount to the handlebars with a quick-clamp, no tools required. Removal is just as easy, so when your ride is over you can take the party inside or put it in a backpack.

Ultimate Water Skip Ball Set

Pool toys make great Easter basket gifts for tweens. Your kids and tweens will love this Ultimate Skip Ball set as It’s Not Just a Ball, but a Super-Fun Group Game! This Ball will Skip Across the Water for the Ultimate game of Catch. Don’t worry it Floats! Get in the Water and Have Some Fun! The Ultimate Skip Ball is Built to Last. With the Toughest Stitching to Make this Beach toy 3X More Durable than Competitors. Create Long-Lasting Memories with this Long-Lasting Toy. Nothing is Worse than Having your Toys Break Halfway Through your Day in the Sun so Make Sure you Buy Premium Quality Products! This set includes two skip balls and a skip disc and comes in several cool colors. 

ANKER CHARGING PAD

These affordable Anker Charging Pads are great for wirelessly charging your phone and they make great gifts for tweens and teens with phones. There is no fuss with charging cords or blocks. You can instantly charge your phone or earbuds simply by placing them in the center of PowerWave Pad. Never fuss around with plugging and unplugging cables again, just set down and power up. PowerWave charges directly through protective cases up to 5 mm thick (not including cases with magnetic or metal attachments). This charging pad works for both iphones, android phones and headphones with wireless charging capability. This pad includes an 18-month worry-free warranty.

AIRSQUARES- AIRPOD CLEANING PUTTY

AirSquares phone putty are the ideal Airpod Pro accessory to keep your tween’s electronic buds looking shiny, new, and dust-free. The putty removes debris that blocks the sensors from pairing. These Airsquares are convenient, easy to use and mess-free, AirSquares are the easiest way to restore your tech devices to like-new quality. Choose from two sizes: a 12 pack or a 24 pack.

The Reckoners Book Series

If your tweens have not read The Reckoners Book Series by Brandon Sanderson, they won’t be disappointed. This fantasy series is about super humans who are actually villains. This series will draw them in and these book make a great gift idea. Buy them in a box set or individually.

HYDRO DIP CUSTOM SKATE STUDIO

Hydro-dipping is the coolest and newest viral trend. Assemble and apply graphic designs to mini skateboards with the Hydro Dip Custom Skate Studio by Creativity for Kids. This craft activity kit is great for creating and decorating finger skateboards that you can play with or display! You will have fun doing ollies, kick flips, heel flips and more with a custom finger board completely designed by you! Everything you need to make 5 mini finger skateboards is included, just add creativity and imagination. This complete craft kit comes with 5 skate-decks, 8 hydro-skins, grip tape, stickers, wheels, screws and a mini tool set. No glue, paint or chemicals are need to complete this craft! Simply use water to activate the hydro skin graphics to the skateboard mini desks and get ready to play with a toy that’s uniquely yours. Build creative confidence and entertain with at home, indoor screen-free craft activities for kids.

Ravensburger Alien: Fate of Nostromo Game

This cool Ravensburger Alien: Fate of Nostromo game is a cool, highly reviewed cooperative strategy game. Recreate the tension of the classic thriller, “ALIEN.” Play as Nostromo crew members Ripley, Brett, Dallas, Lambert, or Parker and work together to move through the ship, gather supplies, and craft items to complete objectives as you evade the Alien. This cool game includes gorgeous, thematic artwork on the board, cards, tokens, and player mats and features beautifully detailed miniatures.

Kidzlabs Octopus Robotic Claw Kit

Now your tweens can build their own robotic claw with a flexible soft design that can pick up almost any object with this all new, Kidzlabs Octopus Robotic Claw Kit. What a fun project to keep them busy. Pull the trigger and discover the mechanisms that make the claw work. The gripper arm works just like the arms of an octopus. Test your new device around the house to see what objects you can grip and grab.

TRASHED: THE CARD GAME

This cool Trashed: The Card Game is inspired by old favorite game called Garbage. With custom cards and unique twists to gameplay, Trashed takes the classic game to a whole new level. Your goal is to get your cards lined up in the right order, from 1 to 10. But, look out for the terrible Trashed card! Wild cards allow for excitingly big turns, while Stop cards will stop you in your tracks! This game comes with it’s own fun garbage can to neatly store the cards when you are finished playing.

Color Changing Nee-Doh Stress Ball 3-Pack

This Party Bundle includes all 3 Different Colors of Schylling’s Nee Doh COLOR CHANGE Groovy Glob! The NeeDoh stress ball will help you mellow out! Feeling Stressed? Then you knead Nee-Doh! Grab a glob and give a squeeze, revealing the changing color inside! The experience will blow your mind, soothe your soul, and have you feeling groovy in no time! Filled with a mysterious, completely non-toxic, jelly-like compound, it’s strong, durable and won’t break open; always returns to its original shape. Hypoallergenic and completely safe, it contains no BPA, phthalates or latex; cleans easily with soap and water. These cool fidget toys are perfect for ages 3 and up.

Elmer’s Glow in the Dark Glue and Amazon Basics Slime Activator

Your kids will love this little project and now you can tuck some cool supplies in their Easter Basket. Elmer’s Glow in the Dark Glue that glows in the dark for electrifying arts, crafts, and Slime. The cool brilliant neon colors truly come to life when the lights go out. Just add Amazon’s Slime Activator for a fun slime project! This Elmer’s Color Changing Glue is cool too. It is activated by your warm hands or UV light. 

Funko Pop! The Child Vinyl Bobblehead

Your tween will love looking at this little Funko Pop! The Child Vinyl Bobblehead on his desk! He is tiny, but mighty. This stylized collectible stands approximately 3.25 inches tall, perfect for any Mandalorian or Star Wars fan!

Kan Jam Tabletop Mini Disc Game

Now your tweens can enjoy a fun and affordable game INDOORS! The Kan Jam Tabletop Mini Disc Game is a great activity to play with sibling or while stuck at home on a rainy day. It is also portable to take on-the-go. Two Ways to Play: Team Members take turns throwing and deflecting the Kan Jam MINI Disc to score points up to 21 or by throwing an Instant win. One vs One is fast paced and exciting. The Kan Jam MINI Game Set Includes: 2 Official Kan Jam MINI Goals, 2 Official Kan Jam MINI Labels, Custom Designed Official Kan Jam MINI Flying Disc, Instructions.

Mandalorian The Child Socks 2-Pack

These super cool Mandalorian socks are for the fan who gets it. The Child, referred to as “Baby Yoda” by fans , is a character from the Star Wars Disney+ original television series The Mandalorian. He is a member of the same alien species as Yoda, a popular character from the Star Wars films. Fully embrace the cuteness of the 50-year-old Yoda species with every wear of this adorable apparel. He may look like a Baby Yoda, but this lovable creature is referred to as The Child. Featuring artwork inspired by the Disney+ live-action series with The Child and The Mandalorian logo, this sweet Star Wars apparel makes a Force-sensitive addition to your look.

Cadbury British Candy Box

This Cadbury British Candy Box is a great Easter basket stuffer for kids, tweens and teens. It contains 10-full size imported candy bars. It all comes packaged in a box that is perfect for their Easter Basket. Packaging may vary. 

Artemis Fowl Books and Fowl Twins Books

Your tweens will love this cool series for kids age 10 and up. These Artemis Fowl books are bestselling tween books about a teenage criminal mastermind and his siege against dangerous, tech-savvy fairies. If your kids enjoy Artemis Fowl, check out the Fowl Twins Books too. These cool books are written by Eoin Colfer, a New York Times bestselling author. These books make a great Easter basket idea for tween boy.

Clash of the Cards Game

I love giving small games in my kids’ Easter Baskets and they will love this Clash of the Cards Game. In this strategic battle card game, each player battles their opponents to steal cards and create armies of characters. To win each hand, you try to collect 2 armies (an army is a set of 4 characters). The first player to collect 2 armies wins the hand, and then all players get to count any completed army points. Keep playing hands until someone reaches 1,000 points.

To add to the fun, each card in the game can be harnessed in a variety of ways during the game. You can use special cards to defend your armies, walk away from a battle, slow down your opponents, or join battles you were not invited to in order to increase your chance at winning cards which help you build your armies. Clash of the Cards allows you to set traps for other players and develop attack and defense strategies from your very first turn.

Infinity Cube

Your fidgety tween will love this highly-reviewed, pocket-sized Infinity Cube. Have fun for hours while practicing and improving finger flexibility. Keep your hands and minds busy during class or work. Lessen phone and other technology induced stress. It’s a wonderful desk accessory, time killer, conversation starter and everyday carry device. Composed with eight (8) tough ABS plastic blocks linked together with strong stainless steel metal rivets. Durable and can withstand constant flipping and folding. It has a smooth surface and curved edges that are easy on the hands and light on the wrist and arms. This cool fidget cube is fun for kids, tweens, teens and adults. Choose from black, bright green or metal!

Tower Tennis

This is a great indoor game to have for active tweens at an affordable pricepoint, especially during the long winter months. Tower Tennis– it’s table tennis with a twist! Hit the ball into the tower and it will spit out one of the holes randomly. If it comes out on your side, you have to hit it back in or the other placer scores a point. It’s head-to-head fast-paced action where you keep the ball alive to score. The tower is portable to you can play it anywhere. Dominate your friends or team up in this skill and action game.

Da Bomb Bath Bombs

These Da Bomb bath bombs are packaged perfectly for gift giving and they make a great-smelling Easter treat. They are in a cool black packaging and have catchy names and colors. They are both affordable and fun for kids, tweens and teens. Each bath bomb comes filled with a surprise. The glow and neon would be a hit with boys! You can also find Da Bomb Bath Bombs at Target. 

Uno Flip Card Game

Need a new fun game with a twist? UNO FLIP is the classic card game of UNO with a challenging edge. It features a dark side and a light side, with the latter being the set of the classic UNO card. The special FLIP card means everyone must flip to the opposite side, and play with the new set. Get set to play with all new action cards to spice things up, and remember to shout UNO!

Springbok Comic Book Jigsaw Puzzle

Your tweens will love assembling this Springbok Comic Book Jigsaw Puzzle and you will love that they are taking a break from their screens. Get ready to fight crime alongside your favorite heroes with “Comic Books Galore,” the 1000 piece jigsaw puzzle from Springbok Puzzles. This nostalgic collage features titles from the classic gold & silver age of comic book covers.

Ooly Switcheroo Markers

Your kids and tweens will love these Ooly Switcheroo double-ended color changing markers. Keep your young artists creative with these great markers. This set of twelve color markers comes with chiseled tips for both thick and thin strokes. Color boldly and then change it up in a different way each time. Just use any of the white ends to draw or color over your colored in area. Make mystery color change designs or turn your entire piece of art on its head by changing everything. Watch wonder unfold as you create a new masterpiece with these one of a kind color markers.

Mandalorian The Child Bitty Boomer Portable Speaker

Bitty Boomers are ultra-portable wireless Bluetooth speakers and your tweens will love this affordable Mandalorian The Child Bitty Boomer Speaker. They are just two inches tall and will fit right in his pocket or backpack. Don’t be fooled, what they lack in size, they make up for with clear, powerful, room filling sound. Easily connect 2 Bitty Boomers together and enjoy a true wireless stereo experience. Packed with Bluetooth 5.0 technology, which includes faster transmission and less power consumption.

18. Prolific Wooden Fingerboards and Teak Tuning Fingerboard Rail

Tween boys will love these Prolific professional-style fingerboards. My tween and teen have these and love them. These type of fingerboards are nicer than your average fingerboard from Target. Your kids will love assembling and learning new tricks with their boards. These handmade decks are made with 5-ply wood for maximum strength and upgraded polyurethane wheels with high quality stainless steel bearings are included for a smooth and fast ride. The custom-made foam tape gives a soft, comfortable, and maximum grippy texture on your fingers. This set includes the PROlific classic maple deck, spacer trucks with upgraded o-ring tuning, bearing wheels, premium Teak Tape, 4 spacers, 4 silver nuts, screws, a tool, plus assembly instructions. Plus the fingerboard and parts are guaranteed!

These Teak Tuning Fingerboard Rails really add to the fun of fingerboarding. My teen has one of these and it’s perfect for fingerboards. Round rail made of solid zinc alloy for maximum impact strength and corrosion resistance. This material is heavier than other metals used for fingerboard rails to decrease the chances of the rail tipping over or moving while in use. The feet of the rail are made of heavy duty oak wood and have a Teak logo burned and branded onto each foot. Feet are removable so you can mount your rail onto any park or spot. Pre-installed non-slider pads on each rail will help to prevent the rail from sliding and moving while riding. Smooth hand finish is great for all kinds of grinds and slides with a fingerboard.

Sun Bum Lip Balm Trio

Your tweens and teens will love the yummy scents of this Sun Bum Lip Balm Set. Our fav SPF lip balm trio with Aloe and Vitamin E to protect and moisturize your kisser all day long! Our smooth and hydrating formula with Aloe and Vitamin E is great for everyday lip protection. This set includes Coconut, Watermelon and Banana. 

Convertible Lazy Cell Phone Holder

The Convertible Phone Holder is super flexible, and your tween can bend it into any shape to meet what their needs. My tween and teen have these and they have been a big hit. Your tween can strap it around their neck to watch a movie, they can wrap it around their car or bicycle steering wheel or it can stand up or be tucked into a bed frame. There are so many uses for this Convertible Cell Phone Holder. It comes with both white and black and it is compatible with almost every size of phone from 2.2 inches (minimum) to 3.34 inches (maximum) Wide. For example, it can hold an iPhone 8 plus with a general case easily. This holder comes in a box that is 6.25 x 7.5 inches wide, 1.25 inches deep.

Sportbit Ball Pump – Basketball, Football and More

COOP Hydro Football

Get ready for the beach or pool with this fun COOP Hydro Football. Go ahead, take the COOP Hydro Football to the water to play cool and stay cool. This football has real nylon laces and a neoprene cover that screams FUN with its bright colors and patterns. It’s sized right for hands of all ages, whether the game is taking place in the backyard, in the pool, or at the beach. Not only that, but this heavy-duty football it is a blast to toss in or out of the water with its incredible, slip-proof grip and heavy-duty stitching that makes it durable for long-lasting use. The Hydro Wake Breaker Football is 100% waterproof and floats, so it’s easy to retrieve.

Treasure Hunter Books by James Patterson

These adventurous books, Treasure Hunters,  by James Patterson will keep your tweens at the edge of their seat. The newest book is Treasure Hunters All American Adventure or you can pick up the whole series. Get your tween reading by getting them hooked on a great series. James Patterson is one of the top best-selling authors for tween books.

Tiny Pong Game

You will love this affordable, fun game for tweens! The Tiny Pong Solo Table Tennis game brings exciting bouncing action into the palm of your hand! Launch the ball off the court and bounce it repeatedly on the court to rack up points. Move the court back and forth under the ball. Keep it going, getting a point for every bounce. To increase the challenge, switch from Beginner mode to Expert mode. The game responds with lights and sounds as players try to beat their highest score by getting as many bounces as they can! How long can you keep it going?

Stabilo Fine Liner Art Pens

Your tweens will love these high-quality Stabilo Fine Liner Art Pens. My daughter has these and we have given some for gifts. This 10-pack is perfect for taking on-the-go or to school and it will fit neatly in a stocking. These pens feature water-based ink in vibrant colors and have been specially designed to have a long “cap-off” time – so fear not if you forget to recap during use! The uniquely-designed, long-wearing tips are encased in metal, so the pens can be used with rulers and stencils without damaging the tip. Need a smaller or bigger pen set? Stabilo sells a variety of great pens sets.

Hoyle Waterproof Playing Cards

These cool and super affordable Hoyle Waterproof Playing Cards are an upgrade to the average deck of cards. Outdoor lovers will instantly fall in love with this unique deck of cards! Hoyle clear playing cards are ultra-durable, waterproof and make any game more fun by being clear. Perfect for the beach or camping, These cards are well-suited for almost any wet or humid situation. These make a great stocking stuffer for tweens, teens and adults!

Bseen LED Night Safety Slap Bracelets

If your kids like to scooter or ride their bikes at night, they will love these super easy Bseen Slap Bracelet Style LED bands. The small lithium battery-powered LED lights provide 360 degree ultra-high visibility in dusk and night time activities. The brightness is much higher than the typical glow in the dark glow sticks, plus they are reusable. They are designed with comfort in mind. The Band is only 1.3 OZ. by weight. Top material is super thin high strength nylon material and bottom layer with Lycra fabric to make it soft and comfortable for wearers of all ages. You can easily change the light between steady mode, rapid flashing, slow flashing or power off with just 1 click. Plus, you can easily change the battery when it wears out!

Cover Your Assets Game

There is a reason that Cover Your Assets is so highly-reviewed and this small game will be a big hit with your tween. This game is fast-paced, competitive, and a more than a little addictive. Will it teach you to be wise with your financial decisions in life, or how to be a savvy investor? Absolutely not. Will it cause bouts of laughter, good-humored competition, and fun-filled gatherings? We certainly hope so.

It’s quite difficult to explain why it’s such a riot to play, but let me try. It’s like a combination of a white elephant gift exchange, an estate sale, and Robin Hood (because you steal from the rich and give it to yourself… wait, that’s not like Robin Hood at all… oh well, hopefully you get the point). Your fortune can be made, or lost, in just a few turns. You’re never out of the game until the last card is played.

Anker Lipstick-Sized Portable chargers for phones/tablets

Anker is one of my favorite trusted brands and my family all uses these Anker Lipstick-sized Portable chargers for our phones and tablets. They are great for taking car and plane trips where there is no place to charge devices or while you are on-the-go. The remarkably small, tubular design slides easily next to your phone in any pocket or bag and contains 5000 mAh of power. It is equipped with exclusive PowerIQ technology, it provides the fastest possible charge to any phone or tablet. Your tweens will love getting one of these in their Easter basket and you can choose from several fun colors.

Checkered Shoelaces for Lowtops/Vans

These super cute checkered shoelaces will spice up your tween’s Vans. They are made of polyester and are 45 inches in length. They fit most low-top shoes. I love that they come in a variety of colors and these make a great Easter stuffer for tweens! They also come in some camo styles.

Kontrol Freek Xbox Thumb Grips

KontrolFreek Performance Thumbsticks are designed to provide an advantage in gameplay by increasing the controller’s range of motion and maximizing agility, accuracy and grip. If your tween has an Xbox One, they will love these cool additions to their controllers. These grips snap easily on and off your controller’s original thumbsticks, creating a new stick experience that will take your gaming to the next level! They are made of a non-slip material and design keeps your thumbs sweat-free. Choose from a variety of designs and shapes and colors.

Flipside Game

Your tweens will love this all-new and fun challenging game. Flipslide is an addictive, fast paced puzzle game of skill! Flip to find the color and slide to match the lights. Your tweens can take it anywhere, play it anytime, it’s addictive fun for anyone! It has four different game modes to choose and it can be played alone or in multi-player mode.

Kikbo Kick Shuttlecock

Kids, tweens and teens who love soccer or sports in general will love this Kikbo Kick Shuttlecock game. It’s like badminton for your feet and a little easier than a hackysack! Soccer with wings! Kikbo is an awesome sport based on the ancient Chinese pass-time of Jianzi. It’s a great workout and one that builds your foot-eye coordination (great for soccer), especially during the winter months where getting outside with a ball is difficult. It’s also great for doing tricks. Beware the wind! It’ll make playing difficult. Each tube contains one Kikbo and feathers.

Epic Zero Book

I love these highly-reviewed Epic Zero Books. They are specifically for tween boys entering middle school. They have everything a superhero fan of middle-grade age could want: action, suspense, and more than a little humor. Epic Zero is the story of a young man born into a family of powerful superheroes, but with no powers of his own. His situation is unqiue, but the feelings of not-quite-belonging and the struggle to find a sense of purpose and identity are things we all wrestled with at that age. Readers find a main character they can relate to, and will understand and go along when he makes questionable choices in his attempts to figure himself out and make his mark on the world. They’ll be rooting for him from page one.

Pindaloo

Meet Your New Favorite Obsession – The Pindaloo! This new design-patented skill toy is the ultimate skill-building craze. It combines basic components with simple action principles, creating an addictive, challenging toy with endless tricks and possibilities. The Pindaloo is genius and simple – once you teach yourself the first step, it will be impossible to put it down. The Pindaloo is the perfect toy for you. Perfectly suitable for everyone, everywhere, at any time, it’s a joyful, fun, and friendly reason to shut down the screens and learn skills the right way! This is a fun game for outdoors and indoors too!

Stance Socks

These cool Stance Socks are super popular with the tweens and teens right now. They come in so many fun prints from palm trees, to tie dye, to dinosaurs, to basketball to Star Wars. They are always coming out with the coolest sock designs! These make perfect Easter basket treats for tween boys.

Goodminton Set

We recently bought this cute set for a beach vacation and my kids had a blast with it! Goodminton is the world’s easiest racquet game and you will be surprised at this affordable gift idea. From the beach to the boardroom, you can play anywhere with anyone! The Goodminton birdies slow as they spin, giving Goodminton a magical property that you just have to try to believe. Besides being backyard (and indoor!) fun, this game is also a fantastic way to introduce racquet sports to children, as it allows them to build the hand-eye coordination necessary for competitive racquets sports like tennis and squash. This fun set includes 2 racquets, 4 birdies (2 fast and 2 slow) and 1 reusable mesh bag so you can bring your Goodminton everywhere. It’s badminton gone good! This is a great gift idea for kids, tween and teens.

Ultimate Dot-to-Dot Books

Ultimate Dot-to-Dot will captivate your older kids, motivate, and scintillate you for hours on end. You’ll find hundreds of intricate dots to connect and projects to complete that are devilishly difficult…and wickedly fun. Put pen or pencil to paper and you’ll soon free amazing animals, discover stunning objects, find intricate scenes, and so much more. Watch everything from lions to lizards, owls to peacocks magically appear as you complete these complex, varied, and challenging puzzles that dare you to keep making connections and having a great time while you do it. When you’ve completed each one, you’ll also have an original and compelling work of art that you can pull out (the pages are perforated), frame, keep, or share.

Nerf War Goggles

If your tweens love to have Nerf wars, then they will love these super affordable and awesome goggles to protect their eyes. My boys love their Nerf Rival guns, but I worry about those little balls, hitting their eyes. This 2-pack of goggles are made of comfortable foam and doesn’t cover their entire face. Split them up if you have two nerf-loving kids or tuck this pack in your tween’s basket so they can play with a friend.

Rubik’s Cube Build It Solve It Kit

Your tween will love this building project. The Rubik’s cube has baffled fans for over 40 years. With the Rubik’s “build it solve it” kit your tween will unlock the secrets of the Rubik’s cube and master it! Now they can make their own puzzle cube and learn how to solve it at the same time! The Rubik’s “build it solve it” kit comes with all the parts necessary to build your own Rubik’s cube. Easy “how to” instructions, plastic cube pieces and tiles (including some spares), center core pieces, metal screws, Springs and screwdriver – all organized in a handy storage tray. Once you’ve built your cube, turn to the “you can do the Rubik’s cube” booklet and learn how to solve it! by learning how to build your own Rubik’s cube, you will greatly improve your understanding of how this fascinating puzzle functions, literally from the inside out.

Popsocket Phone or Ipad Stand

What Are PopSockets? PopSockets are expanding grips and stands that attach to most phones, tablets, and cases. They come in different themes such as Sports, Galaxy, Beach, Camo and so many more! Add a single PopSocket, or a pair of PopSockets, to the back of almost any mobile device to transform its capabilities. PopSockets “pop” whenever you need a grip, a stand, an earbud-management system, or just something to play with. Remove your PopSocket by pulling slowly on the base; you can reposition and reattach time and time again. You’ll always have the exact grip or stand you need. PopSockets not only make terrific phone grips and phone stands, they also make holding tablets and e-readers more comfortable and secure. Whether you place PopSockets on your Nintendo 3DS for gaming, your GoPro for a supplemental grip in the water, or on your bedroom mirror to hang jewelry, the possibilities are endless. If you attach two PopSockets to your device you now have a convenient earbud-management system. Simply wrap the cord around the two PopSockets, and voila! No more tangly mess to deal with. Never Lose Grip on Your Phone or Tablet Again!

Skyjo Game

Don’t let the ugly box fool you! This game is highly-reviewed, fast-paced and great for tweens! In card game SKYJO the goal is to collect as few points as possible over the course of several turns as after every round every player’s points are counted and added to his score. As soon as a player reaches 100 points or more the player with the fewest points wins. Collecting the fewest points means to look for low or even negative numbers. Further excitement is added by several special rules, which for example make it possible to remove several cards (and with it points) from the game – this can lead to unexpected turns. This motivates daring decisions that might even come back to bite, if the other players can counter faster than expected.

Prankopedia Book

Pranklopedia is the young practical joker’s secret weapon, a boisterous collection of over 70 guaranteed-to-amuse (or annoy) pranks to be pulled on friends, siblings, and parents. Discover the Homework Hoax, the Squirting Blister, the Movie Popcorn That Grabs You Back. Pull classic pranks on your siblings, like short-sheeting the bed. Freak out your friends with food pranks: a self-peeling banana, “misfortune” cookies, or ice cream that will make them scream. And there are perfect pranks to pull on your parents, including a scheme to “freeze” the family computer.

Watermelon Ball

Your tweens will love this high-quality, unique pool ball. The ball that’s designed to look, feel, and behave like a watermelon in the water. Ideal for all kinds of water games, the Watermelon Ball lets players dribble, kick, bounce, pass, and intercept under water. Just fill with water and get your game on.

SkateTrainer 2.0 for Skateboard Tricks

I love this cool invention! The SkateTrainer 2.0 covers were created to help kids master skateboard tricks. Do your kids want a better Ollie? Are they struggling with learning a Kickflip? They can grab their 4-pack of SkaterTrainer 2.0 covers, skateboard, helmet and knee pads and head out the door. Simply pop the trainers around the skateboard wheels, and the trainers will stop the board from slipping while they learn balance and practice their tricks.

Passback Football

Your tweens will love this cool Passback Football. It is a great training tool or just a fun activity to do outside. Just throw it against a hard surface and it comes spiraling back. Your tween can either play with friends or solo. This size football is especially for ages 9-13.

Middle School Books

Your tweens will really enjoy these wildly popular books written especially for their age group and you will love that these books will keep them reading. Your boys will enjoy the adventure and humor in this Middle School Book Series by James Patterson. Each book is sold separately and they make great Easter basket ideas for tween boys.

Zoku Slush and Smoothie Maker

Your tweens will love to make slushies, milkshakes and fruit smoothies at home, in as little as 7 minutes! The Zoku Slush and Smoothie Maker is a great little easy-to-use gadget. To use, remove the frozen inner core from the freezer and place it into the outer sleeve, pour in your ingredients, mix and scrape the cup with the included spoon, and watch as the slush freezes before your eyes! They can make two 8-ounce slushes before needing to refreeze the core. The slushy maker is designed to store easily in your freezer so it is always ready to use. Includes an inner freezer core with an 8-ounce capacity, outer sleeve to keep hands from getting cold, specially designed spoon, and an instruction manual with recipe ideas on the Zoku Recipe Blog. A full selection of tested recipes are also available in the Zoku The Art of Slush recipe book.

Mike Lupica Sports-Themed Books

My kids love these Mike Lupica books and he is one of the most popular authors at our school library. All of his books feature heartwarming sports-related stories. There are basketball, baseball, football books and more.

Exploding Kittens: A Card Game About Kittens and Explosions and Sometimes Goats

This highly-reviewed Exploding Kittens Game has been a hit for kids ages 7 and up. It has a simple concept, but the kids really get a kick out of the fun cards. In this highly-strategic, kitty-powered version of Russian Roulette, players draw cards until someone draws an Exploding Kitten, at which point they explode, they are dead, and they are out of the game — unless that player has a Defuse card, which can defuse the Kitten using things like laser pointers, belly rubs, and catnip sandwiches. All of the other cards in the deck are used to move, mitigate, or avoid the Exploding Kittens. Be sure to order the family-friendly version for your tween.

Novelty 7-mode LED Light Up Gloves

Your tweens will love these cool and affordable Novelty 7-mode LED Light Up Gloves . Each glove has 7 different lighting modes. Use the on/off button to change the modes or turn the gloves on and off. These will light up both during the day or in the dark for finger-flashing fun! What a cool Easter basket idea for tween boys.

Code Master Programming Logic Game

Your tween boys will think this Code Master Programming Logic Game is super cool. The Ultimate Coding Adventure! In Code Master, your Avatar will travel to an exotic world in search of power Crystals. For all 60 levels, you’ll have to use programming logic to help your Avatar collect the Crystals and land at the Portal. Think carefully, in each level, only one specific sequence of actions will lead to success. This neat game is perfect for tween boys ages 8 and up.

Adidas Body Spray

Your tween boys will smell great and feel great while wearing this sports-inspired Adidas Body Spray. It is affordable and has a light scent that will last throughout the day. A body spray is perfect for tweens, who aren’t quite ready for a cologne.

Al Capone Books by Gennifer Choldenko

If you have a tween reader at home, you might want to check out this highly-reviewed and Al Capone series by award-winner Gennifer Choldenko. These captivating books about 12-year old Moose Flanagan and his family will be an exciting read for your tweens. The Al Capone Books by Gennifer Choldenko would one of many fun Easter basket ideas for tween boys.

Slackers Slackline Classic Set

Your tween boys will love making your backyard into an adventure with this super cool Slackers Slackline Classic Set. If you have two trees in your yard or at the local park, your tweens can easily set up the adjustable nylon webbing slackline that will challenge their balance and strengthen their core. This fun kit comes with two lines, one is the slack line and one is the teaching line, plus it includes a storage bag for easy set-up and clean-up. Your boys will spend hours trying to improve their skills! What a fun Easter basket idea.

Learn to Draw Comic Book Figures

This Learn to Draw Comic Book Figures book will be a priceless tool for beginners through intermediate artists. Learn to Draw Comic Book Figures has over 300 drawings with step-by-step instructions to teach you how to draw the human body – comic book style. This superhero drawing guidebook covers how to draw faces, hands, feet, gesture, proportions and anatomy. If you have a tween that would love to learn to draw, he will love this book and it would make a great Easter basket idea.

AQUA ZOOKA Quick Fill Water Bazooka

Your tween boys will never get tired of shooting these AQUA ZOOKA water shooters in the pool. They will provide hours of fun this summer. They come in many different sizes and you will be amazed at how far they shoot. These highly-reviewed shooters are made of high-impact thermoplastics so they will last many seasons.

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