We're buying some items for a local family through a United Way program, and I need to find one or two gifts for a nine year old boy. When I asked what he might like, I was told that his mom said he was a laid back kid and would just be happy with anything. I don't know any 9 year old boys so I have no idea what to get him. Can anyone help me out with some gift suggestions? I was also thinking about maybe getting him a book in addition to a toy and could use some book suggestions too. TIA!

My almost nine year old boy loves anything he can build with like Lego or Magz, he also likes board games. His favorite books are the Harry Potter series but also likes Unfortunate Events series. The Spiderwick Chronicles are also good and an easier read than the others.

Thanks Jen! Those are some great ideas! :)

gameboy, gameboy advance, gameboy sp ;)

video now

cd player w/headphones

h potter books

any of these would be a hit w/a 9yo...mine at least :)

I second the gameboy or video now even.:)


But the legos sound good too.:)




Sue

I am getting my 9yo neice The Complete Chronicles of Narnia (you could get the first book or two) and a Hover Disk.

Other things that come to mind are

Radio Controlled Car/Truck/Boat
Model Car/Plane/Train Kit
Chess Set
Clue
Yahtzee, Jr.
Set of Brain Teaser books/workbooks like So You Think You're Smart: 150 Fun and Challenging Brain Teasers

HTH