Need some help with finding the best Christmas gift ideas for teen boys this holiday season? I asked my 17-year-old son, Silas, to put together a gift guide for teen boys since so many of you have come to me to ask if I have any ideas of what to get teen boys for Christmas.
Here is what he put together, complete with his thoughts and suggestions! (And, don’t miss the teen girls gift guide my daughter Kaitlynn put together!)

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11 Best Christmas Gifts for Teen Boys
1. Nike Hoops Elite Backpack (32L)
This gift is amazing for your hoop boys who always need a place to store their basketballs and shoes.
2. Cologne Sampler
This is one of the items I put on my Christmas list (and I really hope I get it!).
3. JBL Bluetooth Speakers
I love these speakers from the bass to the sound clarity. And it’s always an amazing gift for listening to music with friends or just at your house.
4. Nike Zoom Fomero 5
You can never go wrong with these shoes. These go with almost all outfits and shoes are a great gift for teen boys!
5. Nike Dri-fit Crew Socks
Nike dri-fit socks are a must for teenage boys — a nice stocking stuffer or small gift.
6. Cross Chain Necklace
Cross chains are now in style and you can get your son one for under $20. I would recommend an 18-22 inch chain, depending on the size of your teen.
7. Silent Basketball
This is a perfect unique gift for teen boys, but also for the parents to never get woken up by a basketball getting dribbled in the house again! Get the silent basketball in any color size 7.
8. 3-in-1 Charging Station
This 3-in-1 charging station is amazing for your kid to be able to charge all his devices in one space.
9. Carhartt Men’s Knit Cuffed Beanie
These beanies are perfect for winter and cold season. You can get one of these in an assortment of colors that fits you the best.
10. KT Athletic Tape
KT Tape is amazing for teenage boys who are always moving and playing sports. The tape helps give support to joints that are sore or bothering you.
11. Timberland Men’s Leather Passcase Security RFID Wallet
This was my first leather wallet and I loved it for the time I had it. It worked amazing!
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This is THE BEST list for a teen boy that I have ever seen. Thank you!
Yay!! You are so welcome! -Jordan, MSM Team
Wow did Silas talk to my 15 year old son?? He also plays basketball and would like all of these things. Thanks for the ideas!
Silas, this is one of my favorite posts ever. I have three teenaged boys and this was incredibly helpful. Thank you for taking the time to put it together.
Great ideas Silas!
Thanks for putting this together Silas! You gave me some great ideas 😉
And he writes very well too