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I have 3 DS that only like computer games. Toys are sooooo last year, Mum. Ideas for presents that don't resemble toys?

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Pinot · 26/09/2011 16:44

DS1 12
DS2 10
DS3 8

...all are apparently 'too old' for toys. Computer games is the only bit of the Argos book they care about What else can I get them? They have bikes, scooters, skateboards, TV's, CD players... any ideas for boyish prezzies that aren't toys?

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Lancelottie · 27/09/2011 12:41

I dislike the whole idea of Nerf guns.

However, I have to say that the sight of 9 boys and girls of ages 5 to 15 outside, playing last night is softening my views somewhat!

The homemade bows and arrows that we had as kids were much, much more lethal anyway.

Fo0ffyShmooffer · 27/09/2011 12:44

Hurray Ponot for starting this thread. Very very hugely helpful. DS(9) is getting an iPod touch for Christmas but birthday is 6 weeks after and we haven't a clue. A kondle was touched on also a trick scooter.

Fo0ffyShmooffer · 27/09/2011 12:45

For Christs sake.
Pinot
Kindle

Somekindofspanish - have you seen any stunt scooters that aren't mega pricey?

SomekindofSpanish · 27/09/2011 12:50

DS1 got his over a year ago and it cost about £55 (JD Bug). I think the current sought-after one is a Mad Gear Pro which DS1 assures me is about £60, but I know they can be about £90 +.

Then there is all the customisation: handlebars, wheels, grip tape ....

pinkhebe · 27/09/2011 12:57

I bought my ds (12) a refurbished kindle for £80 from amazon, and a whole host of free books Grin

not sure about ds2 (9) maybe a bmx or the heroica lego sets.

I shall be suggesting neuf guns from other family members.

Lancelottie · 27/09/2011 13:03

A Nerf gun tip (sigh): get the bullets that DON'T have velcro ends. Those buggers really sting (and require innocent bystanders to wear eye protection and body armour). The plain or whistling ones aren't nearly so painful (rubs arm).

crazygracieuk · 27/09/2011 13:17

Remote controlled toys are the only toys that my 10 year old would play with.

he'll be getting bits to customise his scooter, footie kit and something from Hawkins Bazaar.

Zipitydooda · 27/09/2011 13:22

Remote control gyro helicopter from iwantoneofthose went down so well with DS that I had to buy one for DH as well!

Zipitydooda · 27/09/2011 13:22

They wouldn't share nicely!

mumatron · 27/09/2011 13:23

titchy the system he's getting is about £99. Not overly extravagant imo.

Kindle was also on the list but I think it would end up discarded fairly quickly with my ds.

SecretSquirrels · 27/09/2011 13:31

DS 13 and 15 here. Yes the large pile of cheap plastic tat toys is replaced by a very small pile of expensive ones.
Suggestions -
DVDs
CDs
Gunness book of records
Novelty socks and boxers
Lynx
Huuuuge quantity of chocolate
Earphones for iPod
Cinema gift card
Wallet
Watch

snice · 27/09/2011 13:37

what about a rubik's cube?

pramsgalore · 27/09/2011 13:37

i asked dd1 if she would like a kindle and she said no she likes proper books Shock i thought she would jump at the idea

LordOfTheFlies · 27/09/2011 14:07

DD (9yo) is looking for Sylvanian Families/clothes/charms for her bracelet to be in her Christmas list.

Much easier.

DS (nearly 12) asked me this morning what he was getting for his birthday -Dec- and Christmas. I'm contractually obliged to dream up 2 lots (he doesn't want combined B/D & Christmas -fair enough) presents .
I don't know what games he's after, if I ask him it spoils the surprise but at least it's the right ones.
And a birthday day out that we can get to without worrying about the weather.

(I'm not fluent in the language of pre-teen boy)

WinterIsComing · 27/09/2011 14:12

These pre-teen driving lessons... the website appears to be down. All I can find are articles about what a terrible idea they are Grin I disagree.

Isla77 · 27/09/2011 18:02

pramsgalore - I am with your DD on that one - I much prefer real books.

ENormaSnob · 27/09/2011 18:26

Ds1 will be 11.5 at Christmas.

He will be getting so far ....

A mega bloks halo set (he has asked for it, it is £100 Shock)

smellies

pajamas

socks

slippers

dressing gown

new trainers

clothes

simpsons 20q thing

a traditional style teddy

xbox stuff

a stocking full of plastic crap

plus gifts off family.

Lizzylou · 27/09/2011 18:29

DS2 has upped the ante now.

He has declared that he wants a new name for Christmas. As
"I don't like mine, I want to be called Max. I can spell it as well"

I must be the only Mom who is suggesting Scalextric sets, (more) Lego and DS's.

Hmm I love his name as well. Ingrate.

birdsofshoreandsea · 27/09/2011 18:34

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DilysPrice · 27/09/2011 18:37

This is the adventure den kit we got DD here. She's loving it.

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Pinot · 27/09/2011 18:44

Soooooooo many ideas! I'm so grateful!

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ja9 · 27/09/2011 18:44

Lol at lizzylou! love pogo stick idea!

ja9 · 27/09/2011 18:45

Dilysprice, that den looks FAB!

serin · 27/09/2011 18:58

I love that den kit!

OP what about a unicycle Grin

I have got DS1 one for his 11th birthday (must check first aid kit!)

Also those mini camcorder things?

pramsgalore · 27/09/2011 19:06

my ds has that name and he can spell it Grin and write it Grin