When deciding on the best gifts for 11-year-olds, we spoke with parents, our expert and a slew of real 11-year-olds. Our picks include toys from Lego, Koosh and Nintendo.

Ready for my favorite gift for 11 year old boys, including books, games, toys, and technology? These gift ideas work for Christmas, Hanukkah, birthdays, and all occasions! My daughters helped me ...

What we like: An affordable 3D brain-puzzle gift pick for 7-year-olds. Small, lightweight, and compact. Easy to pack for travel. A great stocking stuffer. Part of a series of Kanoodle brain teasers.