• Tween includes ages between nine and 12.Teenage boy image by GeoM from Fotolia.com
  
  If you are looking for a Christmas gift for a tween boy, you might have trouble deciding on an age-appropriate gift. He may not be interested in games or toys targeted towards younger boys, but gifts geared towards teenagers are not always appropriate. Choose from a range of gifts that mark a change from playing with toys to socializing with groups of friends.
  
  

CDs & Soundtracks

• As school dances and parties become a part of your tween's social life, he might become more interested in music. Choose a CD collection from his favorite artist or group as a Christmas gift. Purchase a poster to accompany the CD so that he can post it on his wall. If he does not have a favorite artist or group yet, choose a compilation CD soundtrack from his favorite movie or television station. Television compilation CDs are a great option for boys with a range of favorite shows on one station.
  
  

Tickets

• Radio stations sometimes hosts concerts and shows geared towards teens with a range of popular music artists. If you are looking for a gift for an older tween, choose concert tickets as a Christmas gift option. Purchase a group of tickets, so that he can invite friends to join him. You can also rent a private box, and have food catered during the show. If you are not comfortable purchasing tickets to a concert for teens, opt for a radio station event targeted towards children instead, as long as there are artists present your tween will enjoy.
  
  

Novelty Games

• Give your tween a break from electronics with a variety of age-appropriate novelty games. Retrospective novelty games are the best option because they can encourage players to socialize. Games like Hacky Sack, a small crocheted ball filled with beans that is kicked between players, or Frisbee, a disc thrown between players, can provide hours of high energy fun. These games are simple, but allow him to socialize while playing. This type of game is a good option for as a stocking stuffer or if you are on a restricted budget.