$10-$20 gift ideas for teen boys you don't know?

[aliceindisneyland]

I have a teen boy, but he likes getting gifts of books and clothes and I keep reading that kids hate getting practical stuff at Christmas, so I don't know what to buy for gifts for a Christmas event for disadvantaged kids.

It is supposed to be a $10 value but I can probably get away with $20 range since they said they get tons of gifts donated for little ones and not many for the teens.

So, what can you buy for $10-$20 that is not money or a weapon (even Nerf) for teen boys you don't know?

 

[havaneselover]

This may be a bad idea but Nike Elite socks??? Just trying to think of things in that price range my almost 13 year old likes.

 

[Alexle2007]

Small Lego set, anything UnderArmour (t-shirt, socks, etc), gift cards, teen movies.

 

[KakiGori]

Ear buds, cologne, bath sets (like the $10 Old Spice sets with body wash, deodorant and body spray), gift cards to local theaters or any local activities, MP3 players and I second the person who posted about Nike socks. I've worked with teens in the system for years and these were the big things they loved in that price range.

 

[TwoMisfits]

Graphic Novels!!!!!!!! The new Justice League, Star Wars, or Avengers stories...

 

[Eureka]

I have two teen boys. I wouldn’t assume the kids you’re buying for have devices with which to use earbuds. You can get a good heavy duty 20 oz plastic or aluminum water bottle for $10-15. If you’re thinking about gift cards, I’d say Subway, Five Guys if you have one in your area, or Chik Fil A.

 

[Southernmiss]

Basketball, soccer ball or football and pump.

Most kids have cell phones. Ear buds are a good suggestion.

None of my boys played with legos beyond age 10.

 

[aliceindisneyland]

You guys are great, thanks very much. I love all of these ideas!

 

[Dakota731]

Amazon ITunes Nike gift cards

 

[Southernmiss]

Taco Bell gift cards are another favorite here

 

[mommajo143]

Earbuds, axe body spray gift set / shaving kit, hoodie, Yeti style tumbler.

 

[KakiGori]

I have two teen boys. I wouldn’t assume the kids you’re buying for have devices with which to use earbuds. You can get a good heavy duty 20 oz plastic or aluminum water bottle for $10-15. If you’re thinking about gift cards, I’d say Subway, Five Guys if you have one in your area, or Chik Fil A.

Even if they don't have devices to use the ear buds, most schools in my area require them as a part of supplies now.

 

[mi*vida*loca]

Elite socks are a great idea. iTunes gift card. Food gift cards. Movie tickets.