50 Must-Buy Gifts for 7 Year Old Boys – Toys He’ll Obsess Over

Technology is here to stay, so instead of trying to keep your kids away from it, show them that it can also be used as a great aide to their education. The Osmo Genius Kit will make your iPad such a fun learning tool for your children, they won’t even realize that they’re improving their skills.

Go karts have always been popular gifts for 7 year old boys, and this one in bright green will certainly attract everyone’s attention as he pedals his way to fresh air and freedom.

Minecraft is a popular game with young children as they can create their own little worlds and almost anything can happen. This LEGO set shows just a small piece of the Minecraft world complete with Steve, mum and baby zombie, and a little bat too.

Set these up anywhere and you’ll instantly have a battlefield for your son and his friends. Whether you choose inside or outside, they’re guaranteed to have a good time. It can be used in the hot weather with water guns or in cooler weather by playing laser tag.

Electric scooters are all the rage at the moment with more traditional ones taking a back seat. This one from Razor can travel up to 10mph and while that sounds really fast, there’s a front brake so your child can slow himself down when he needs to.

Outdoor adventures are always the best, so make sure he can stay in touch with his fellow explorer with this cool pair of walkie talkies. Decorated in a fun camo design, these radios have a 2 mile range, 22 channels, and even feature a built-in flashlight for night time maneuvers.

If he dreams of becoming Robin Hood, start his archery skills off early with this super safe bow and arrow set. The bow includes LED lighting, while the three arrows have suction pads instead of arrows to keep everyone safe. The set also includes a target and a quiver.

He’ll be able to learn all about America with this interactive ‘My USA’ map. Battery operated, this framed map can be played on the wall or the floor, and includes information on all 50 states, including location, climate, fun facts, and general knowledge about the whole country.

Lack of outdoor space or dry weather can mean that games like soccer are few and far between. With cool LED lights on top, this ball ‘hovers’ on a cushion of air, and can be used on tiles, wooden floors, and short carpet, and won’t damage feet, walls, or furniture.

Simple but so much fun, the Diggin DodgeTag Game Set gives them all the fun of dodgeball, but without the ‘sting’. There are two target vests (one green, one blue) for the players to wear, and six soft foam balls so they can aim at the target without causing pain.

Get him mobile in a totally unique way with the EzyRoller Classic Ride-on. Sitting close to the ground, he both accelerates and steers using his feet, and can twist, turn, and curve with ease. Great for playing games or just getting from A to B, it can even be used indoors.

He can bring his creations to life thanks to Crayola’s Ultimate Light Board. Supplied with 6 mini gel markers, the black insert can be removed from the tablet so he can trace pictures through the clear panels, and re-inserted before turning it on to see his masterpiece all lit up.

Everybody loves a comedian, so make sure he has a full repertoire with the book of ‘Awesome Jokes for 7 Year Olds’. Packed with one-liners, jokes, and silly puns, this book will equip him with the ability to keep everyone entertained for hours.

If he likes cars, he will love this set from Made by Me. With enough pre-cut wooden pieces for three stunning race cars, he can build and then paint his racers before taking to the floor to ‘drive’ them, or even just display them as his first engineering project.

Great for increasing his coordination while having fun, the Flybar Pogo Ball is a cross between a pogo stick and a jump ball. Each side is fitted with super strong grip tape for superior traction, while the inflatable ball in the middle will allow him to bounce and bounce.

Flying discs are great fun, but they can really hurt the fingers if they’re thrown too hard. There’s no such problem with The Activ Flyer. Weighing just 33g, this disc is 80% lighter than standard discs, and can be caught on arms or feet to make it even more exciting.

If he’s fascinated by space, feed his interest by giving him the Space Explorer activity kit. With 6 exciting projects to complete, he will be able to make his own solar system, find out about constellations, and learn how a rocket works, as well as three more exciting activities.

It can be hard to practice when there’s no-one around to play with. Make it easy for him to play solo with this awesome 2-in-1 pitching machine. The tennis racquet and baseball bat both come with a remote control button, which pitches a ball from the machine whenever he’s ready.

Remote controlled cars don’t come much tougher than this one. With thick elastic rubber tires which boast incredible grip, this car can tumble, turn, and do tricks as it drives, while constantly righting itself. With no terrain too rugged, this impressive car can actually dance and do some amazing stunts.

If he prefers his vehicles to be on the more rugged side, he’s going to need a hat to match. This agricultural green baseball cap is available in ‘big boys’ and ‘little boys’ sizes, and features the iconic John Deere tractor on the front.

Darts is a fun game, but putting sharp points in a little boy’s hands is just asking for trouble. Give him all the fun of the original game (but without the damage to walls or people) with this brightly colored version, which uses hook and loop balls to stick to the target.

This flying ball will make a magical gift for 7 year old boys, as it takes flight automatically when released, and is controlled by moving his hand under and around it. It senses objects in its way, and even provides a stunning multi-colored light show when it’s dark.

These bike lights will keep him safe when riding at night, but more importantly (to him) they look super cool, too. Easy to fit with the included silicone bands, each pack contains one color of lights so he can mix and match, and can flash or stay constantly on.

Cheeky and adorable at the same time, this t-shirt will capture his personality beautifully. Printed with ‘This is what an awesome 7 year old looks like’, the graphics also include a pair of thumbs pointing directly at him. It comes in 9 attractive colors and 5 sizes, too.

Is he mad about planes? If so, this twin pack will give him hours of joy, as it contains two awesome planes that are easy to assemble and fly. Measuring 17.5 inches long, these planes are made from a lightweight foam, and include LED lights so the cockpit will shine at night.

Prepare for the zombie apocalypse with this Zombie Strike Blade from Nerf. If you don’t want to become one, you need to fight them and this toy is perfect for your kid to act out his zombie adventures with his friends. The blade will strike the zombies silently so they’ll have no idea it’s coming.

Robots are fascinating to a 7 year old, the idea that you can have something which will do everything for you is impressive. While he can’t own his own robot yet, he can use this Roblox set to customize and then play with his very own robot figurines.

LEGO can be used for a number of things, mainly being models and creating new worlds to get lost in. But with this kit, you’ll be able to use them to build 10 moving machines which are great on their own but when put together, they become amazing.

Electricity is amazing and our daily lives wouldn’t manage without it. Teach your kids exactly how it works with this fun science set. Using the snap together pieces, they’ll be able to design and build working electronic circuits which can power sirens, lightbulbs and more.

He’ll be climbing the walls with excitement when he sees this incredible robot at work. Using the power of air pressure, this four-legged machine can scale vertical surfaces, bringing physics to life.

Speed and dirt; what could thrill a 7 year old boy more? This electric off-road bike can reach speeds of up to 14MPH, and one single charge can produce up to 30 minutes running time.

Improve his ball skills with this basketball hoop from Nerf. The flexible hanger means it can be hung almost anywhere, whether it’s inside or outside. Start a competition as a family or invite his friends round, they’ll have so much fun seeing who can get the highest score.

Laser Tag is a great way to spend an afternoon but it can get expensive. Invest in this laser game for your home and your kids will always be able to play their much loved game. With color changing effects and a blast range of up to 61m, it’ll feel just like the real thing.

When you’re 7, some science experiments can seem like magic because you don’t quite understand how it works. This kit will explain the science behind chemicals but in a way kids understand; through magical wizards. This is the perfect gift for 7 year olds.

If you have a table, they can play air hockey with this table-top version which can be set up in under 15 minutes and comes with pucks, pushers, and LED score tracker.

Let his imagination run wild with this K’NEX set. It has 863 pieces which can be used to build over 100 things, from cars to rockets. Your son could choose whether to display his masterpieces or take them apart to build something new and possibly improved.

Kids learn best when they can see the fruits of their labor, which is why Artie makes such a great gift for 7 year old boys; he’ll actually draw what he’s coded to draw.

With over 800 groan-worthy jokes inside this fab book, 7 year old boys will be able to stock up on their supply of bad (in a good way) puns to get everyone laughing.

Osmo is a great way to turn an iPad into a fun game without using the fancy apps which you usually end up paying for. This kit will be great for family game nights as you race your cars and try to beat your friends and family.

This will buy your kids hours of fun on those warm summer evenings. We’ve all stomped on a water bottle to see how far it’ll fly but with this, your kid will be able to see how far they can make these stunt planes launch which can reach up to 100ft in the air.

As far as gifts for 7 year old boys go, you can’t go wrong with a robot…especially one like Cozmo. This adorable little robot’s personality evolves the more you play with him and he has a code lab so young coders can program him via the compatible smartphone app.

This 3 in 1 robot model from LEGO is a must have for kids who love all things robotic. The robot has working tracks and posable arms but that’s not all. You can rebuild him into a robot dog with a jetpack or a robotic bird with light up eyes.

One of the best features about the Nintendo Switch is that it can be played at home or on the go. The handheld mode also allows you to carry on the game where you left it so there’ll be no more tantrums if you need to run errands in the middle of their gameplay.

Does your child love his Nintendo DS? If he’s due an upgrade, this is the perfect console for him. It works faster than the standard DS and has 3D face tracking, too. The best part is that it has parental controls so you can decide what he plays on and what he doesn’t.

Battleships is a classic board game; you probably played it when you were a kid. Pass it on to your own children with a version with a difference. The rules are the same but not only will you be able to take down your opponent’s ships, but now there are planes, too.

Little boys are so adventurous and when they’re out with their friends, they can turn into little daredevils! The Razor A5 is made from super strong aluminum so it’ll withstand their crazy adventures, with the kick stand hopefully minimizing the scratches and scrapes they’d get from throwing it down on the ground.

LEGO is one of the best gifts for 7 year old boys, and this kit allows them to build a fully posable T-Rex with an opening mouth. There’s even some prey you can build, and the T-Rex can also be turned into a Triceratops or Pterodactyl.

This is a must have for any children who love to draw and get creative. Inside this carry case, there’s 140 pieces including 64 crayons and 20 pencils as well as 15 sheets of paper. And because they all fit together nicely in the case, you won’t have to worry about standing on a rogue implement.

This is ideal for your son if he has a summer birthday. It’s great for when they have their friends over and they want to get out in the backyard and play. It’s so simple to use, all they have to do is throw the disc into the can to score points.