Best Toys & Gift Ideas for 11-Year-Old Boys: 2025 Picks

This kit includes 500 projects to help kids learn about circuits and electronics. You do not need a dangerous soldering iron or tools; all the pieces snap easily together.

Kids can experiment with alarms, a flying saucer, an AM radio, a musical doorbell, and much more. The clear instructions ensure they can succeed on their own.

Are you tired of hearing the nonstop soundtrack of your 11-year-old’s video games? Get them some kid-friendly headphones.

This affordable set by Elecder features a 59-inch lead that resists tangling and damage. The headband is adjustable to ensure a comfortable fit as he grows.

We love that these headphones fold up. This makes them easy to carry to school or on trips. Plus, they come with a one-year warranty.

This kid’s version of the Kindle Fire tablet is an excellent way for preteens to access books, apps, and their favorite shows. Parents appreciate the robust parental controls that keep content age-appropriate.

It comes with a heavy-duty case to survive drops. You also get a year’s subscription to Amazon Kids+ and a two-year replacement warranty.

Start exploring the world of robotics and engineering by building a robotic arm. This set is a fun, hands-on option for 11-year-old boys. Once assembled, the arm will open, close, grab, release, rotate, and reach.

We like the safety features. There is an audible indicator on each of the five gearboxes to help prevent injury or breakage during operation.

Get your boy interested in the world of photography and videography. Your child can mount this durable camera to his scooter, skateboard, or bike. It comes with a waterproof case that works in up to 6 feet of water.

An LCD screen lets him easily see what he is capturing. The software also includes games, frames, filters, and fun photo effects.

Your child can build a robot in as little as 45 minutes with this STEM toy. Once they assemble their robot, they can program it using the free Makeblock app. It is compatible with iOS, Android, Windows, and other operating systems.

The instructions are easy to follow and offer ideas for customization. This set is compatible with most major building blocks, so your boy can get creative and add extra pieces to his creation.

This cute and fun robot responds to simple hand gestures. Swipe left, right, backward, or forward to see what he does. You can expand the play options by connecting via Bluetooth to an iOS or Android device.

MiP will also react to noises and sounds in the room. He talks, but he speaks his own language, so do not expect to have a deep conversation with him.

Lego is timeless, and this kit will engage young Harry Potter fans. They can play out their fantasies in this advanced-level building set with wizards and mystical creatures.

The set comes with 10 character figures and instructions to create Fawkes, Hedwig, Scabbers, or the Basilisk. The attention to detail is fantastic, and it includes extra magical artifacts to complete the scene.

Our kids love this fill-in-the-blanks card game. Think of it as the kid-friendly version of Cards Against Humanity. It is suitable for up to 10 players over 8 years old, so your boy can play it with a large group of friends.

We appreciate that kids can play straight out of the box without learning complicated rules. It is compact and travel-friendly, making it ideal for holidays, summer camps, or sleepovers.

Here is a new twist on the family favorite, Monopoly. We usually encourage kids not to cheat when playing games, but this one actually encourages it.

The catch is that you cannot get caught. If you get caught, there are consequences. If you get away with it, you get a reward. Bending the rules creates a funny dynamic for the whole family.

This gift is an excellent choice for football fans. It is a fast-paced dice game based on scoring a touchdown. You can play it individually, head-to-head, or in teams of two.

While there is a certain amount of math involved, your 11-year-old won’t even realize he is learning because he will be having too much fun. It includes a storage bag for portability.

Eleven-year-old boys are often fascinated by the world of magic. This kit contains everything they need to learn card tricks and illusions.

Your budding magician will have a blast putting on his own magic show to wow the family.

Does your 11-year-old have what it takes to navigate the labyrinth? This clear sphere marble maze encloses 22 feet of 3D track. There are 100 barriers preventing the ball from reaching the end.

This provides hours of flipping and twisting fun. When your boy has gone to bed, give it a try yourself to see if you can master it.

Kids love this safe and fun darts game. The board hangs on a wall or door with a simple hook. The darts are magnetic, making them far safer to launch than classic sharp darts.

Throw them and watch as they stick firmly to the board. It is fun for the family and won’t damage your walls or your kids.

Whose rocket will fly the highest? This kit has two launchers for kids to stomp on. They can send their rocket flying up to 200 feet in the air.

These award-winning rockets require no batteries or electricity. They run purely on kid-power as they jump on the ignition pad. It is excellent outdoor fun for your 11-year-old and a friend.

Most kids enjoy a game of frisbee. These 13-inch rings from Aerobie are lightweight, soft, and easy to catch. They also fly incredibly far. This type of ring was used to set a Guinness world record for a throw of 1,333 feet.

These are great for a game of catch. The open center lets you catch the frisbee on your arm, hand, or foot for extra style points.

This unique Y-shaped scooter is the closest many kids will get to skiing on pavement. Your 11-year-old can lean into the handlebars and twist his hips to do mega drifts and 360-degree spins.

It can travel up to 15 miles per hour, so don’t forget the helmet and protective pads. We love that it folds away for easy storage in the garage.

Nerf battles are huge for boys this age. This Nerf gun hits targets with a 25-dart drum that fires five darts per second. Load it up, press the trigger, and blast off.

The darts travel up to 90 feet if you use fresh batteries. Note that the motorized mechanism requires four D batteries that are not included.

If you want to go all out, this electric three-wheeler is a massive hit. It runs for up to 30 minutes on a full charge and reaches speeds of 9 miles per hour. It slides, drifts, and does 360-degree turns.

It is powered by a 12V rechargeable battery and features a hand-operated front brake. The pneumatic front wheel resists high impact for rougher riders.

Take target practice to another level with this safe bow and arrow set. Pop the arrows in the fast load loops, take aim, and fire. These arrows stick to many smooth surfaces.

The arrows are tipped with soft foam pads. This means kids can use them indoors, provided they check with parents first.

For the Little League player in your life, get a pitching machine. Practice makes perfect. The soft, small-sized balls launched from this machine train their eyes to find the sweet spot.

You can adjust the pitch angle easily. There is a 5-second delay between pitches, which travel at 30 miles per hour. It runs on C batteries (not included) and comes with 12 balls.

Clue Master is a logic game that helps develop deduction skills and reasoning. It comes with magnetic pieces kids use to solve 40 different challenges. It starts easy but gets progressively harder.

We like that it folds like a book. This makes it practical to use in the car or at a restaurant.

Kids love digging for treasure. With this kit, your budding archaeologist can uncover 15 different gemstones from a solid block. All the tools needed to excavate are included.

The kit also features an informative guidebook with easy-to-follow instructions.

Introduce kids to the world of electronics with this brick-building circuit set. There are over 115 projects they can complete. These projects light up, make sounds, or create motion.

It requires three AA batteries (not included). Best of all, it is compatible with similar building bricks from other major brands.

Become a super sleuth and enter the realm of forensic science. Use this kit to solve two mysteries by decoding secret messages, matching fingerprints, and completing other scientific tests.

The kit contains everything needed to make deductions. Your kids will love this insight into the work of a crime scene investigator.

Ready to use out of the box, Cozmo will become your child’s new best friend. Your boy can code this robot via a free app. It features three different levels of coding to keep kids engaged as they learn.

This robot expresses emotions on its screen and has facial recognition software. This collector’s edition comes in cool black and silver, but the original red and white version is also available.

Does your boy have what it takes to navigate his starship through an asteroid field? This slide-and-move game tests planning, problem-solving, and visual perception skills. There are 60 levels to complete, ranging from beginner to expert.

The portable game board comes with complete instructions and challenges.

This lighthearted book is filled with puzzles, statistics, stories, and facts. It covers subjects like monsters, disasters, treasure, weapons, cars, and tricks. They can learn how to make fake blood, escape a shark attack, or land an airplane in an emergency.

We love that this book targets boys specifically with a mix of fun and educational facts.

Practice throwing hoops in the bedroom with this mini-basketball kit. It fits over the door with padded hooks. This means mom and dad won’t have to worry about damage to the door frame.

It includes a 5-inch rubber Spalding ball and the tools necessary for assembly.

This modern twist on a classic outdoor game is great for camping, backyard fun, or the beach at night. The set includes batteries, territory lights, jail markers, light-up team wristbands, and glowing crystals that serve as flags.

This game is perfect for large groups of up to 20 people. It keeps them active and social after the sun goes down.

This is a miniature tabletop version of classic foosball. It is suitable for two to four players, compact, and lightweight. You can challenge friends or create your own soccer league for hours of fun.

The sturdy set is made from chrome-plated steel rods with non-slip rubber handles. It comes fully assembled.

With over 70 pranks and step-by-step instructions for each, your 11-year-old boy will have a blast with this book. He can make fake edible dog poop, fake snot, or fake mouse turds in ice.

As parents, we appreciate that these pranks are generally harmless fun, even if they might get a little annoying for the targets!

These affordable walkie-talkies are great fun for boys. They can strategize during Nerf battles or give one to a neighbor friend to stay in touch.

It features a 9000-foot range, clear sound, and three channels. It is the ideal communication tool until they are ready for a real cellphone.