So another Christmas or birthday is coming up and you’re frantically trying to figure out that perfect present for the 9-year-old boy in your life. It seems somewhat easier to buy for teenagers or smaller children, but what do you buy for a 9-year-old boy? You’ll want to give him something practical, that he can use for a while even as he grows and his interests change, but also something fun that he’ll enjoy. To find the best gift ideas for nine year old boys, check out this list below and you’ll blow him away at that next special event!
1. Kid’s Mountain Bike
Amazing birthday present for a 9-year-old boy
There’s nothing better than a bike ride with friends. For kids, bikes give them a chance to explore their world and feel a little more independent while still staying safe. At nine years old, he’s likely outgrown his first bicycle, and ready for a larger, more challenging bike. Get him one that he’ll be able to grow into and he’ll be thanking you for years!
Every new bike needs some safety accessories and fun upgrades, so why not complete the gift with a new bike helmet or LED bike wheel lights?
2. Digital Piano Keyboard
Creative gift idea for 9-year-olds
Is he always humming to himself or tapping out a beat with his pencil? If it’s clear that he has a song in his heart, then a musical instrument may be exactly the thing he needs to explore his creative side! Musical instruments are a fantastic gift idea for a 9-year-old boy because they capture his energy and imagination while giving him a new skill. Foster his musical interest and see where it takes him!
Is he more interested in a different kind of instrument? A kid-sized drum set or a junior acoustic guitar might be just right!
3. Designer Winter Jacket
Stylish Christmas gift for 9-year-old boy
This is certainly one of the more practical gift ideas on the list, but a quality winter coat can also help him stand out and make a statement at school. He’ll love feeling confident and stylish all winter long, and you’ll love knowing that he’s warm and protected from the elements.
If you’d like some more ideas on fashionable gifts for 9-year-old boys, why not complete the look with a hat or a pair of sneakers?
4. Lunar Telescope for Kids
Fun and educational STEM toy for tweens
If he’s always staring up at the stars or if he’s ever told you that he’d like to be an astronaut someday, then he’ll love this educational gift idea! Help your child explore the world around him with a lunar telescope that’s just his size! With it he’ll be able to learn about space and it will inspire his love of learning.
Looking for other space-inspired present ideas? Why not a planetarium night light or an interactive globe of Mars?
5. Best Selling Fiction Book
Best gift idea for book loving 9-year-olds
Wish he would spend some time away from screens once in a while? A book is always a fantastic gift idea for school aged kids, especially if he’s the kind that loves to explore new worlds. With thousands of titles at all reading levels and genres, the possibilities are endless!
If you’re looking for specifics, a couple titles I recommend for 9-year-old boys include The Boy at the Back of the Class or The Primrose Railway Children, both excellent books about growing up.
6. Amazon Fire Tablet for Kids
Best gift idea for 9-year-olds in the UK
Make sure your 9-year-old has access to all his favorite games, books, movies, apps and more with a tablet designed just for him. With a sturdy and durable outer shell and features designed to block inappropriate websites, you’ll know that he’s learning and having fun while also staying safe.
Searching for more electronic devices 9-year-old boys will love? Consider a kid-friendly activity tracker to keep him moving, or a smartwatch to make sure he’s always on time?
7. Remote-Controlled Drone
Super-cool gift idea for a 9-year-old boy
Drones have become a hugely popular gift idea for boys in recent years, and it’s easy to see why! They provide hours of fun and entertainment outdoors, and they’re a great gift idea for the whole family! He’ll love learning to control his drone and complete complicated maneuvers, and he’ll be thanking you year round!
For some more great remote-controlled gift ideas, you can always depend on a good-old-fashioned remote-controlled car or boat to make his day!
8. Electronic Alarm Clock for Kids
Practical birthday gift for 9-year-olds
Is it a fight every morning to get him out of bed? Try getting him a fun and functional alarm clock to help him start his day on a positive note! Choose an alarm clock that not only looks great but also will wake him up gently with natural lighting and sounds. The best alarm clocks will also feature sleep sounds to help him drift off faster and get better sleep all around!
My favorites include this awesome alarm clock shaped like a video game controller, this LED night light cube alarm clock and this fun and friendly wake-up trainer for kids.
9. Retro Gaming Mini Console
Fun birthday present for 9-year-old boys
Video games have come such a long way since the early arcade games 40-something years ago, but those old games are still just as fun as they ever were! If you’ve got a gamer in the family, consider giving him a retro gaming console and build his appreciation of the classics. And who knows, maybe he’ll let you have a turn, too!
Want more gaming-inspired birthday gift ideas? Try a fun pop culture-inspired bedside lamp, or maybe a t-shirt featuring art from his favorite game!
10. Remote-Controlled Robot Toy
Exciting toys for 9-year-old boys
Who doesn’t love robots? If you’re struggling to find that perfect toy for a 9-year-old boy, consider a remote-controlled robot. He’ll love controlling it and sending it on adventures around the house, but he’ll also want to have fun with his friends, so choose a robot toy with more than one controller for multiplayer fun!
Robots aren’t just toys, they’re an excellent opportunity to teach kids how computers work and the basics of coding. Consider this robotic ball or this drawing robot; both will help him get started learning to code!
11. Novelty Duvet Cover and Pillowcase Set
Unusual gift idea for 9 year olds in the UK
Now, a bedding set might not be your first idea of a gift for a 9-year-old boy, but hear me out. A kid’s bedroom is a special place where he can let his imagination run wild. So why should his bedding be boring? Choose a fun novelty design that will have him dreaming of everything he can be, while giving his room a fun and unique feel that’s all his own.
The right duvet cover can make a big statement in your 9-year-old’s room. Help complete the bedroom decor with a customized nightlight or a fun poster!
12. Family-Friendly Board Game
Great gift idea for the whole family
You might not immediately think of a board game when you choose a gift for a 9-year-old, but they can be a fun and unexpected treat. Board games have the power to bring families and friends together, so choose a child-friendly game that can be played by the whole family and join in on the fun!
Want more ideas on how to get the family together? Board games are great, but fast-paced card games are awesome, too!
13. Children’s Size Bean Bag Chair
Christmas gift for 9-year-old boy
Kids are sometimes tough to buy for, so it doesn’t hurt to get creative. They love furniture that’s made just for them, so get your 9-year-old a fun bean bag for him to lounge in. It’ll be a great addition to his bedroom and a gift no one else will have thought of!
When choosing a beanbag chair for your 9-year-old’s bedroom, make sure it works for his particular needs. Is he a gamer? Try a high-backed beanbag gaming chair. Or, for a more versatile option, pick out a beanbag that works more as a floor cushion.
14. 3-D Wooden Puzzle Brain Teaser
Fun stocking-stuffer gift idea for 9-year-old boys
If you’re looking for the perfect stocking-stuffer gift for a 9-year-old boy, consider getting him something that will keep him occupied for a few hours! A 3-D puzzle will give him a challenge to work on, and depending on how challenging the puzzle is, he could get days of fun from it!
My favorite 3-D puzzles for 9-year-old boys would be this classic speed cube or this challenging brain teaser box!
15. Superhero Backpack
Fun back-to-school gift idea for 9-year-old boys
If he’s heading back to school, he wants to stand out and look his best with fun and colorful supplies. If he’s a comic book fan, get him a backpack featuring his favorite superhero and he’ll be grinning from ear to ear. He’ll feel like a hero himself every day on the way to school!
Is Spider-man not his favorite? Why not a backpack featuring Superman, or the Avengers?
16. Crystal Growing Kit
Educational birthday gift idea for 9-year-olds
Does he love exploring the world around him? Is he fascinated with plants, animals and rocks? Then get him his own controlled science kit that allows him to watch how crystals are formed in real time.
Having trouble choosing? My favorite crystal growing sets are this dinosaur crystal kit and this mini crystal garden!
17. Wooden Building Kit
Unique STEM toy for 9-year-old boys
You know how much he loves to explore and learn and build things, so why not get him his own wooden building kit and let his imagination run wild? He’ll have a great time spending hours putting together a real engine, trebuchet or automaton, learning how it works and having a working, moving result at the end.
If he loves building and finding out how things work, encourage that natural curiosity with a science experiment kit or Lego set!
18. Pop-Up Football Net for Kids
Great gift idea for football fans
If you’ve got a football fan in your house, then a pop-up net is an excellent option. Whether he plays for fun or on a team, he’ll enjoy getting some practice in, and you’ll love that he’s getting some fresh air and exercise.
Want more football gifts? You can’t go wrong with a fan shirt or a lightweight training football!
19. Lego Building Set
Perfect last-minute christmas gift for 9-year-old boys
The best gifts for 9-year-old boys allow his imagination and creativity to run wild. Lego building sets are the perfect gift if you’re scrambling for that last minute gift that is sure to be a hit. With so many options and sets, you’re bound to find one that fits his interests.
If you want some more options beyond Lego, why not a transforming playset or a robot building kit?
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