What are you giving your older boys?

[glbb35]

My older boys are 6 and 9. So far they are getting Legos and Angry Bird stuff. This year that is all they seem to be asking for but I would love to be creative and do something unexpected of them.

The twins who in the past get things passed down and didn't receive much last year, are going to really enjoy this year. They are 3 1/2 so it is going to be really fun for them.

The baby 15 months is also hard as he is a boy and gets so much passed down and I don't just want to add things to our hours, ya know.

Any ideas? DS#1 loves angry birds, iPad playing, Legos and building things. DS#2 is very creative and love art (I have new crayons and all that stuff). He is getting a Lego, some AB stuff and the pigeon workbook someone posted a few months ago, a dvd and that is about it.

any ideas?

B

DS 03, 06, twins 09, 11

[belovedgandp]

The thing they are not expecting are remote control helicopters for both boys almost 9 and 5 1/2.

We too are doing lots of Legos.

Guinness Book of World Records for my almost 9YO. When I volunteered at the school book fair all the kids in his class were looking at it. Found it at Costco for around $15.

Also picked up the Klutz book on Spiral Drawing because I remember having one as a kid that was always fun.

5 1/2 YO is getting some Imaginext stuff. Pirate Ship and Space Shuttle deals plus more planes from Grandma. He got the aircraft carrier and some planes last year and really enjoys it. All of his friends seem to be getting the Batcave or other super hero pieces of Imaginext but we're not that into super heroes here.

[SASM]

My DCs each receive one big gift from Santa (plus stocking stuffers & books) and one gift, book, and article of clothing from DH & I...and whatever their sibs decide to gift. ;)

DS is almost 10. He is getting a Legos set - either Star Wars or Ninjago. The big gift is a 7" tablet. Since he has become quite the avid reader of chapter books and comics, we figured this would be a good, yet $$, gift for DS. The model has yet to be determined. :( Toss up between a Galaxy Tab 2 and Nexus 7 (both of those models run on similar Android OS and have access to Google Play, incl Nook and Kindle apps, but the Galaxy has expandable memory and a rear camera and the Nexus is the more popular choice on various boards) OR the Nook HD, which is a bigger brand with expandable memory & more accessible parental controls but has a more limited app store, only Nook book access, and no camera (which can be a good thing). Overwhelmed!!

The books we have purchased are the Guinness book mentioned above, the Spy book that was an Amazon lightning deal a couple weeks ago, the new Wimpy Kid Third Wheel book, and the other 2 Wizards of Mickey comic books from the series that he LOVES!! We are buying the digital versions for whatever we tablet we buy. I was planning on buying some Minecraft but will save those for his Jan birthday gift. :)

Anyway...HTH... :) Good luck!

[kristac]

perplexus

If they like Ninjago or Star Wars- Macy's has some really cool hoodies
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/61e2QCybYUL._SX425_.jpg

A fancy marble run?

Hexbug warriors (don't know if 9 is too old for this but 6 is a great age)

beyblades

remote helicopter
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_0_9?url=search-alias%3Dtoys-and-games&field-keywords=syma+helicopters&sprefix=syma+heli%2Ctoys-and-games%2C178&rh=n%3A165793011%2Ck%3Asyma+helicopters

Science kits

Snap Circuits

Hess Truck
http://hesstoytruck.com/

For your older one
http://www.amazon.com/Paper-Flying-Dragons-Klutz-editors/dp/0545449367/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1354998464&sr=8-1&keywords=paper+flying+dragons

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Dtoys-and-games&field-keywords=masters+kit

[kristac]

Spy book that was an Amazon lightning deal a couple weeks ago

link please :)

[ladysoapmaker]

DS#1 is getting the rest of driving lessons paid for. Yeah he's 16. He's also getting undershirts and wool socks (he asked for both).

DS#2 is 12 and he's getting a trebuchet kit and I don't know what else as he's 12 and I haven't seen his list yet. though he did mention more tools so maybe.

Jen

[hillview]

DS1 (7) is getting
Lego Epic Battle
Baseball Mitt Chair
Boxing Gloves
Bike lock
Bike water bottle
How to Train your Dragon book #9
Monopoly
Gift card for apple store (he is saving for an iPad Mini)
Ninjango book
Swim Flippers (we are going on a trip)
Coloring book and colored pencils

DS2 (5) is getting
Remote control motorcycle
Baseball mitt chair
Boxing gloves
Guitar
Mini basketball hoop
Ninjango book
Swim Flippers (we are going on a trip)
Coloring book and colored pencils
ETA: Maybe a karate uniform

Both
Boxing punching bag

Seems like DS2 needs 1-2 more items.

[ccather]

That ninjago hoodie is AWESOME! Picking up one for my nephew!

[elephantmeg]

DS is almost 7-
imaginext castle/ogre
legos
?used digital camera

[SnuggleBuggles]

Years past we've gotten:
$100 Lego sets
DS
A wii (for both boys)
Camera
A keyboard (for both boys)

We always buy at least 1 board game and maybe a video game. Science or craft kits, spy gear and just cool stuff too. Usually spend $100 on the games...

[speo]

Some of the items:

DS1
Ninjago legos
Thames & Kosmos science kit
Science books

DS2
Binoculars to watch birds
Superheros legos
books

Both
A good amp & a microphone - they have a real drum kit and they like to play and sing. At some point the amp will also be used for an electric guitar.

Scrambled states game
Skylanders characters

ETA: I knew I was forgetting something. They will be getting a street hockey set that has a goal and sticks.

[SASM]

link please :)

Spyology book from Amazon Lightning deal:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0763640484/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00

I have not opened it yet...but it has highly favorable reviews. I think DS will like it. :)

[*myfoursons]

Ooh, great thread, thanks! I picked up the spy book for oldest ds, and ninjago hoodies for the youngest 2.

Im a little behind on gifts, but picked up the microscope from the earlier bargain thread, the Step2 Extreme Coaster, ninjago legos, an electric scooter, some new board games, and a few other things.

I'll keep an eye on this thread ...

[liz]

DS#2 is 12 and he's getting a trebuchet kit

My older nephews are getting this for Christmas (15 & 16 years old, different families). I still like to get them an actual gift in addition to giftcards.

ETA, my DS1 (9) is really into animals/birds. His uncle bought him a really nice bird feeder and seed for his last birthday and it was a huge hit. We got him some youth bird watching books as well as some decent binoculars to bird watch.

[crl]

Nine year old is getting catchers shin guards, an accessory for his iPad and a Giants baseball jersey from Santa. He is getting books, slippers and pjs from us. My parents are giving him snap circuits and magnatiles--those are a shared gift with his sister.

Catherne

[new_mommy25]

DS is 9

From us he is getting Bose on ear headphones. We have a friend who works for Bose so luckily we were able to get them at a discount.

From Santa/stocking he is getting
Gods and Heroes pop up by Matthew Reinhart
Minecraft gift card (he plays on the iTouch but wants a computer account)
Arrows for his bow he got on his birthday
Minecraft foam sword and pick axe (maybe...haven't ordered this one yet)
Small pack of Yu Gi Oh cards and an album
Wooden Checkers (http://www.amazon.com/Wood-Checkers-Stackable-Ridge-Natural/dp/B000JMGJXQ)

From my parents he is getting a Lands End hooded fleece bathrobe. He requested a soft robe.

From in-laws he is getting Kirby Returns to Dreamland for the Wii

From my aunt he is getting a Minecraft t-shirt

From my grandmother he is getting D'Aulaires Norse Myths (http://www.amazon.com/DAulaires-Norse-Myths-Ingri-dAulaire/dp/159017125X) (DS loves mythology).

From another aunt he is getting a Manga drawing kit (http://www.amazon.com/Faber-Castell-Creative-Getting-Started-800095/dp/B001DUELTM). He saw this at the art museum and really wanted it so I added it to his Amazon wish list. DS is an avid manga reader.

[KrisM]

DS#1 is getting the rest of driving lessons paid for. Yeah he's 16. He's also getting undershirts and wool socks (he asked for both).

DS#2 is 12 and he's getting a trebuchet kit and I don't know what else as he's 12 and I haven't seen his list yet. though he did mention more tools so maybe.

Jen

Which trebuchet kit?

[new_mommy25]

My nephew is 7, almost 8. He is overwhelmed with toys so lately I have been going a different route for him. For his birthday I gave him a personalized towel from LE, quality goggles, and dive sticks.

For Christmas I bought him the new Star Wars popup book. DS has the first one and it's amazing. http://www.amazon.com/Star-Wars-Galactic-Pop-up-Adventure/dp/0545176166/ref=pd_sim_b_1

I also bought him a personalized popcorn bowl from etsy, which I plan to package nicely with some popcorn. DN loves popcorn and eats it almost every day after school. http://www.etsy.com/listing/89431738/personalized-personal-popcorn-bowl-red?utm_source=googleproduct&utm_medium=syndication&utm_campaign=GPS&gclid=CLn1t7v3i7QCFUjZQgodZncACg

[KrisM]

DS is 8.5. He's getting (includes from everyone)

Lego Mindstorms
Minecraft download card
Labryinth game
Newton's Cradle
Void Cube
Gear Cube
Thames & Kosmos Physics Workshop
Erector Set
Perplexus Twist
Q-bitz game
Maze book/game
chess game

[hellokitty]

My older boys are ages 7 and almost 9.

They are getting:

-wii games
-That enclopedia talking pen pkg that ppl mentioned at costco, except I got ours at sam's.
-pokemon stuff (guide books and pokeballs)
-nerf gun
-nerf bullets
-disney set of zurg, woody and buzz lightyear guns for all three kids (my youngest is 3)
-hex bugs stuffing stuffers
-disney mugs and vinylmation of their favorite character for stocking stuffers (we just got back from WDW last wk)
-magic school bus dvd set
-maybe some lego stuff (I have alarm clocks and some sets in my gift closet)
-maybe some science kits
-perplexus (reg and rookie)
-science and history books, new and used, while this sounds like a boring gift, my boys love this sort of thing. I can get a lot of good books for only 25 cents used at the library used book sales.

Honestly, I am reluctant to give them too much. I did a huge purge of toys over the summer for a garage sale and still feel like they have too much stuff. So, mostly I'm just telling family members who ask what they'd like, some ideas and I am not really planning to buy much of anything, esp since we just went to disney, to me that's a huge treat.

[chiisai]

DS is 6, (7 in mid Feb).

Some of these are going to be for the holidays and some will be for his birthday.

A morphibian (because he asked), walkie talkies, an aircraft carrier with airplanes (http://www.toystogrowon.com/sku550) (which he said is his #1 ask), a magnetic dartboard, quirkle cubed, dominos, this anatomy body (http://www.toystogrowon.com/sku11) (also requested), books 4 - 7 of the Time Warp Trio (http://www.amazon.com/Knights-Kitchen-Table-Time-Warp/dp/0142400432/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1355017571&sr=8-1&keywords=time+warp+trio), a pirate Ravensburg puzzle, and a make it yourself race car set.

The grandparents are getting him Legos - star wars, hero factory, ninjago.

[liz]

Which trebuchet kit?

Not the OP regarding the trebuchet, but this is what DH ordered for our nephews:
http://www.amazon.com/Mini-Floating-Arm-Trebuchet-Kit/dp/B00550FL4K/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1355017848&sr=8-7&keywords=trebuchet+kit

[kristac]

My older nephews are getting this for Christmas (15 & 16 years old, different families). I still like to get them an actual gift in addition to giftcards.

ETA, my DS1 (9) is really into animals/birds. His uncle bought him a really nice bird feeder and seed for his last birthday and it was a huge hit. We got him some youth bird watching books as well as some decent binoculars to bird watch.


What book? link please :)

[speo]

What book? link please :)

Not quoted poster, but I love birds!

Some birding books for kids:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0395922763/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_2?ie=UTF8&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0395906660/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_3?ie=UTF8&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

http://www.amazon.com/Stokes-Field-Guide-Birds-Western/dp/0316818100/ref=sr_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1355026649&sr=1-2&keywords=stokes+beginners+guide+to+birds+western+r egion

DS2's (and mine) favorite bird guide is the Sibley one geared to adults. This is the best in-home book. http://www.amazon.com/Sibley-Guide-Birds-David-Allen/dp/0679451226/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1355026678&sr=1-1&keywords=sibley+guide+to+birds

[kijip]

We are giving T, age 9.5:

http://www.arduino.cc/

Books- Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, 10,000 Leagues Under The Sea, Shooting Kabul.

Shoes or a t-shirt

Blanket

I will put something Lego and /or hex bug related in his stocking.

[essnce629]

DS1 is 9

He's getting:

* Hobbit and Lord of the Rings Lego sets
* Perplexus
* Lego Star Wars and Harry Potter minifigure books (from Costco)
* Beginner's origami book
http://www.amazon.com/Easy-Origami-Dover-Papercraft/dp/0486272982/ref=tmm_pap_title_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1355049986&sr=1-1
* Dollar bill origami book
http://www.amazon.com/Easy-Dollar-Origami-Dover-Papercraft/dp/0486470091/ref=sr_1_4?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1355050074&sr=1-4&keywords=dollar+origami+book
* Paper plane making book
http://www.amazon.com/Klutz-Book-Paper-Airplanes-Stillinger/dp/1570548307/ref=sr_1_3_title_1_spi?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1355050141&sr=1-3&keywords=paper+plane+book
* Amazon gift card in stocking (to buy rare Pokemon cards)
* Lego Lord of the Rings video game (?)


That Spy book looks cool so I'm putting that on my list!

[liz]

What book? link please :)

We got these bird books:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0547440219/ref=oh_details_o09_s00_i01

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0316818119/ref=oh_details_o09_s00_i02

I like them because they are geared toward novice birders. They give a lot of useful info, and have the birds separated by color. I was also able to get info on the best type of binoculars for birding.

The bird feeder my BIL bought looks just like this:
http://www.amazon.com/6290-Barn-Combo-Bird-Feeder/dp/B00002N8FH/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1355058575&sr=8-1&keywords=barn+bird+feeder

ETA, we live in the northeast so the books reflect that

[KpbS]

DS1 (8) is getting
Some Playmobil Top Agents I picked up from the BN clearance
Magic School Bus DVDs
the microscope (on his list)
quite a bit of old Rescue Heros toys from 10-15 yrs ago I picked up on consignment (shared w DS2)
maybe a snap circuit set

I picked up a point and shoot camera but I think I'll save it for next year and he gets a large stack of books each year for Valentine's day.

[kristac]

We got these bird books:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0547440219/ref=oh_details_o09_s00_i01

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0316818119/ref=oh_details_o09_s00_i02

I like them because they are geared toward novice birders. They give a lot of useful info, and have the birds separated by color. I was also able to get info on the best type of binoculars for birding.

The bird feeder my BIL bought looks just like this:
http://www.amazon.com/6290-Barn-Combo-Bird-Feeder/dp/B00002N8FH/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1355058575&sr=8-1&keywords=barn+bird+feeder


ETA, we live in the northeast so the books reflect that


Thanks. I ordered a copy of the book in your second link.

Looking at this feeder for my 5 year old bird lover.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000NVM2L6/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_4?ie=UTF8&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

He's getting this from his list:
https://www.magiccabin.com/fanciful-parrot-wings_p418014.html

I also got him Alex- home tweet home
http://www.amazon.com/Alex-Toys-663W-HOME-TWEET/dp/B00004U3FV/ref=sr_1_1?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1355067000&sr=1-1&keywords=home+tweet+home

still might get a bird coloring book if someone has any recs?

[kristac]

These look cool for sports lovers-
http://www.barefootmommies.com/2012/11/15/3dlightfx-review-giveaway-bmholiday-gift-guide/
Target has them for $16.xx this week.

[brgnmom]

Ds is 6 and he is getting Legos from us. And I'm also considering an iTunes gift card.

[almostamom]

This is the hardest year for DS (8). He's just not asking for many things and the one thing on his list (wii u) was as much as we usually spend. I have 3 sets of grandparents and a aunts/uncles asking what he wants and I don't have any ideas.

Chapter books
Collector train ornaments (he get the new ones in the series each year)
Lego City - there are a few trucks he wants
Wii U and Mario Kart from Santa

[awoodm]

DS 7.5 is getting:

Snap Circuits Landrover (http://www.amazon.com/Elenco-Electronics-Circuits-Deluxe-Rover/dp/B0018OXZF4) (thanks to the BBB I got it for $17!)

Books about Military History (tanks & weapons) - any recs?

Lego Idea Book (http://www.amazon.com/LEGO-Ideas-Book-Daniel-Lipkowitz/dp/0756686067/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=2RXYECXU7AN7R&coliid=I1IQW6VYTEXUPJ)

SpyNet Video Watch (http://www.amazon.com/SpyNet-Video-Watch-Night-Vision/dp/B005HIKLQ8/ref=sr_1_fed0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1355077774&sr=8-1&keywords=spy+net+secret+video+watch)

Lego Nijago & Star Wars sets

Flashlights

Bow & Arrow (http://www.amazon.com/Air-Hunterz-5513063-Z-Curve-Bow/dp/B003O85K2S/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=2RXYECXU7AN7R&coliid=IWF1PJKG13L6T)

[awoodm]

DS is 6, (7 in mid Feb).

Some of these are going to be for the holidays and some will be for his birthday.

A morphibian (because he asked), walkie talkies, an aircraft carrier with airplanes (http://www.toystogrowon.com/sku550) (which he said is his #1 ask), a magnetic dartboard, quirkle cubed, dominos, this anatomy body (http://www.toystogrowon.com/sku11) (also requested), books 4 - 7 of the Time Warp Trio (http://www.amazon.com/Knights-Kitchen-Table-Time-Warp/dp/0142400432/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1355017571&sr=8-1&keywords=time+warp+trio), a pirate Ravensburg puzzle, and a make it yourself race car set.

The grandparents are getting him Legos - star wars, hero factory, ninjago.

We got that same aircraft carrier last year - it was a huge hit with both DS's & is still going strong a year later.

[glbb35]

wow, these are some great ideas and wow, there are going to be some very happy boys this Christmas!!!

Love the microscope idea and bird books. :)

We added a flashlight to DS#1. DS#1 is entering that area where the things he likes are more expensive so you get less and the area where he doesn't need toys. IT gets harder after this I guess.

Thanks!!!

B

DS 03, 06, twins 09, 11

[catmele]

Can someone explain Minecraft on the Xbox vs the PC. My 2 DS (9 & 6) play it all the time on the ipad but want to be buy the PC version. They are getting Xbox for Christmas but from what I am reading you need Xbox Live??? I am so confused.

My 9 yr old is getting a lot of guitar stuff as he plays guitar & is really into it
- Small guitar amp
- Guitar tuner
- new Dairy of a Wimpy Kid book
- New headphones for both as they are always losing them


6 yr old
- Skataboard
- Xbox game ( not sure which one yet)
- New Bank

Both are getting one of those Water Mule packs from my parents as we are big hikers & skiiers & they are always thirsty.

[o_mom]

9 yo - Minecraft, Puzzle maker, <something else TBD>, long underwear, book (probably HP that he hasn't read yet)

7 yo - MP3 Player w/acc., <something else TBD>, clock radio, long underwear, book

5 yo - LeapPad (replacement for one that has a cracked screen - LF replaced for free), clock radio, long underwear, book

All three together are getting our old computer assuming all goes well when I upgrade the OS next week. We are also going on a family trip after Christmas, so I'm counting that as part of our gifts.

[Simon]

Ds1 will be 7 in a few months and he is getting:
His #1 and #2 request: air hockey table and foosball table.
Knitting needles and yarn
History books (non fiction and fiction)
Battleship (the board game)
Maybe Zingo, Uno, and/or a cribbage board

[wencit]

His #1 and #2 request: air hockey table and foosball table. Where did you get the air hockey table from? I've been looking for one for DS1 and haven't found any that gets really good reviews.

[Corie]

Both
A good amp & a microphone - they have a real drum kit and they like to play and sing. At some point the amp will also be used for an electric guitar.




Santa brought these things for our kids last year! My daughter
needs more guys to complete her rock group... :)

[kboyle]

ds1/9/5:
From Santa-
*PS3 All Stars Battle Royale game (PaRappa the Rapper is in it, remember, from the late 90s!)
*Wii Super Smash Bros
*Snowboard Helmet
*Snowboard Gloves
*Snowboard Burton Coat & pants
*base layer for snowboarding
*Madd Gear Scooter
*abercrombie hoodie & sweatpants
*Kohls Tony Hawk tech shirt
*wolverine action figure that he lost a few years ago that he wanted...that we had to search for on ebay and cost us $15!!!
Stocking-
*stuffed Adventure Time Finn
*Angry bird figure packet
*nerf vision gear visor for our football
*pj pants
*star wars lighsaber toothbrush
From Grandma-
*Ninjago Epic Dragon Battle
From other Grandma
*Lego Palpatine's Arrest
*clothes
Godmother-
Lego Hobbit the Gathering Place
jeans
hexbug spider

ds2 7.5
From Santa:
*PS3 Little Big Planet Game
*PS3 Lego Lord of the Rings
*Harry Potter encyclopedia of characters lego book (from book fair that he wanted SOOOOO bad, lol)
*Snowboard Burton coat & pants
*Snowboard helmet
*" Gloves
*" base layer
*abercrombie sweatshirt
*Tony Hawk tech shirt
*Ironman War Machine action figure from ebay also $15, damn kids wanted stuff that they don't sell anymore!!
*Toy Machines complete skateboard (thank goodness these snowboard helmets can be used in the summer too, lol)
Stocking:
*Stuffed angry bird
*Angry bird packet
*lightsaber toothbrush
*nerf visor
*pj pants
from Grandma-
*Lego SW Jabbas palace
From Grandma-
*Lego SW Hoth Base
*clothes
From Godmother/Godfather-
*Lego Kingdom Joust

ds3 5.5
From Santa
*ipad 2 (we have 2 already, but are sick of them fighting and i traded in his ipod to upgrade him and changed my mind, but already did it so had to replace with something, so with trade credit, best buy gift card, and black friday deal it wasn't too spendy. plus hes not doing snowboard lessons and doesn't need all that that entails)
*ipad case
*Boden winter coat
*PS3 Skylanders Giants
*PS3 Wolverine Game
*star wars Savage action figure
*Skylanders Giant figure
*Skylanders Shark figure
*tech shirt
*pants
*new Tony Hawk hoodie
stocking:
*stuffed angry bird
*angry bird figure set (target)
*pj pants
*lightsaber toothbrush
Grandma-
Ninjago cole vehicle
Grandma-
lego batman batmobile

plus santa brought the family a new Playstation 3 :) totally for dh & i, lol.

[brittone2]

We haven't decided on the breakdown between bday and CHristmas yet (bday is a few weeks after Christmas).

Lego Mindstorms
Nerf Hailfire
Estes Rocket kit (we've done these before)
Model car (like the old fashioned kind you have to glue together...will be tedious but DS1 can handle it I think. My dad loves doing these, and I know it would be a really fun thing for them to do together while they are visiting.
Books
First pocketknife; will complete a tote and chip "class" with DH
xbox Lego Starwars game

[ladysoapmaker]

Which trebuchet kit?

Some cheap one I picked up at Walmart :bag

Jen

[gatorsmom]

Wow, I"m looking at your lists and thinking my kids will be disappointed.


Gator is 9yo and is getting:

Lego Queen Anne's Revenge
A remote controlled crawling Spiderman
An edible Zombie-making kit (makes gummy brains, etc.)
A microscope set
Wreck-it ralph tshirt
Cha Cha is 7yo and is getting:

Jack Sparrow tshirt
Lego City Mine set
Bug- lab kit
A solar-system light-up, move & talk set (I bought this before I saw the mixed reviews. :( )
Paper-jams drum and amp
I'm getting the kids a zip-line for their new yard and a tire-swing too.

I used to do more gifts for them but they get way too much. They will also be getting stuff from 3 sets of uncles and aunts as well as their grandparents and some cousins.

Since we are moving into our new house in a few months and they are each getting their own room, a bigger bedroom set (though all are used) with brand new bed linens, I just felt like they are already getting some big stuff in the new few months.

[JElaineB]

DS is age 10. We're getting him:

Kindle Fire, cover, and fast charger
Big Nate color comic downloaded to Kindle Fire
4 "I Survived" series books
Diary of a Wimpy kid book #7
Super Mario ghost "boo" plush (plush = stuffed animal)
green Yoshi plush
Harvest Moon: A New Beginning 3DS game + free plush Yak
remote control helicopter
stuffed Adventure Time Finn and Jake
Plants vs. Zombies vinyl figures

He's also getting a ton of stuff from my parents and two sisters, and probably a few gifts and/or money from DH's family

[LBW]

I don't think slacklines have been mentioned here before. The boys are getting one from Grandma (Mama suggested it).

http://www.amazon.com/Gibbon-Slacklines-Classic-49-Feet-15-Meter/dp/B005W391CI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1355455340&sr=8-1&keywords=slackline

[liz]

Kristine (kboyle), can you post a link to the lightsaber toothbrushes you mentioned in your previous post?

[gatorsmom]

I don't think slacklines have been mentioned here before. The boys are getting one from Grandma (Mama suggested it).

http://www.amazon.com/Gibbon-Slacklines-Classic-49-Feet-15-Meter/dp/B005W391CI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1355455340&sr=8-1&keywords=slackline

Wow! I had never seen that before! What a fun idea. Thanks!

[smilequeen]

My 8 year old is getting some Lego sets, Skylanders stuff, 2 DS games, books, and some sports jerseys.

Lego sets and a tremendously long list of Pokemon DS games were all he asked for.

[newmomto1]

I highly recommend snap circuits!!!!
DS got a set for Hanukkah and loves it!
I have to say it is pretty darn cool...and educational too!
http://www.snapcircuits.net/

[brittone2]

I don't think slacklines have been mentioned here before. The boys are getting one from Grandma (Mama suggested it).

http://www.amazon.com/Gibbon-Slacklines-Classic-49-Feet-15-Meter/dp/B005W391CI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1355455340&sr=8-1&keywords=slackline
My friend's DD has one of these and loves it :)

[*myfoursons]

[QUOTE=LBW;3676282]I don't think slacklines have been mentioned here before. The boys are getting one from Grandma (Mama suggested it).

http://www.amazon.com/Gibbon-Slacklines-Classic-49-Feet-15-Meter/dp/B005W391CI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1355455340&sr=8-1&keywords=slackline[/

My boys would love that! I might have to hold onto that idea for the next birthday.

[SnuggleBuggles]

Kristine (kboyle), can you post a link to the lightsaber toothbrushes you mentioned in your previous post?

I think think geek has them.

[Meatball Mommie]

I have 2 boys, 9 and 7 and they are getting the following (not all from us):

-ipod touches (DS1 has asked for one for over a year and he's going to be soooo excited)
-Skylanders Giants starter pack and a couple regular Skylanders in stockings
-Legos (DS1 likes the Hobbit and DS2 likes Star Wars - they are each getting a large set from Santa)
-"flat" hats...DC BMX hats that have a flat brim
-Science kits from Steve Spangler Science http://www.stevespanglerscience.com/product/6-test-tube-experiments-rack
-Compound bows, arrows & arrow holster http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001PO5QW2/ref=oh_details_o06_s02_i01
-sleeping bags (nice Kelty ones that I got from woot.com)



DS2 picked this out to give to his brother (street hockey "one-timer"):
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003HDIPDG/ref=oh_details_o06_s00_i00

DS1 is getting DS2 Skylanders

[GaPeach_in_Ca]

My 8 year old is getting:
Light up snap circuits
Claymotion studios software (to make stop animation movies)
Bike computer
Lego Minecraft
3DS paid off (he put $80 of his money towards the purchase and I will give it to him for Christmas forgiving the last $60)
Hardness testing kit with samples
$20 gift certificate to local independent book store from brother

In his stocking he is getting:
Minecraft tshirt
headphones
book light
Comic strip drawing pad
drawing pencils
chocolate rocks
$10 itunes card

He was very difficult to shop for as he's not really wanting more toys and there wasn't any one thing he really wanted.

[liz]

If anyone is looking for the Star Wars lightsaber toothbrushes posted above, my local Rite Aid and Walgreens carries them. My DH picked up the blue and green version on the way home from work.
They were $3.99 each.

http://www.walgreens.com/store/c/gum-star-wars-lightsaber-toothbrush-soft/ID=prod6105397-product

[ECMom]

DS is almost 11 & has no interest in toys any longer :(. He is getting:

Xbox 360 + a few games
New composite ice hockey stick
Full size metal hockey goal
YFliker F3 scooter
Perplexus epic (my add-on)
Magic set (my add-on)

I also like the snap circuits pp mentioned. I'll have to look at those for a gift from his grandmother.

[LBW]

Wow! I had never seen that before! What a fun idea. Thanks!

They are awesome! I could easily see us getting a second, too.

[o_mom]

9 yo - Minecraft, Puzzle maker, bicycle light kit, long underwear, book (probably HP that he hasn't read yet)

7 yo - MP3 Player w/acc., Knee hockey set, clock radio, long underwear, book

5 yo - LeapPad (replacement for one that has a cracked screen - LF replaced for free), case for Leap Pad, clock radio, long underwear, book

All three together are getting our old computer assuming all goes well when I upgrade the OS next week. We are also going on a family trip after Christmas, so I'm counting that as part of our gifts.

Updated this now that we have finalized things... this doesn't include stocking stuffers. We are trying to stick with the want/need/wear/read this year... cheated a little on the two 'wants', but far less than normal.

They are also getting a zip line kit with money their aunts sent.

[Corie]

I also bought him a personalized popcorn bowl from etsy, which I plan to package nicely with some popcorn. DN loves popcorn and eats it almost every day after school. http://www.etsy.com/listing/89431738/personalized-personal-popcorn-bowl-red?utm_source=googleproduct&utm_medium=syndication&utm_campaign=GPS&gclid=CLn1t7v3i7QCFUjZQgodZncACg


I bought my son a few Kernel Season's Popcorn Seasonings as a stocking stuffer. :)

http://www.kernelseasons.com/shop_seasons.php

[essnce629]

My 8 year old is getting:
* Bike computer


I had never heard of this and had to look it up, but it looks super cool. I think I'm going to get one for DS1's stocking! He got a new bike this year and he and DBF like to go on bike rides together.

[kboyle]

http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=12855171&CAWELAID=1333568170&pla=plab&cagpspn=pla

sorry! just saw this! Lightsaber toothbrushes. tried to quote it but when i hit submit the quote disappeared?!

[kboyle]

I think think geek has them.

http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=12855171&CAWELAID=1333568170&pla=plab&cagpspn=pla

also, i got it at target :) no need to order online!