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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Cool, Quirky and Unusual Gifts for a Preteen Boy
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Your preteen boy — a young guy anywhere from about fourth to seventh grade — is ready for bigger LEGO sets and a faster scooter. There are plenty of toys, books and games with age-gradings of 8+, 10+ or 12+ that have been waiting for him to be old enough to appreciate them, so shopping for tweens can be easier than you might fear. He might even be psyched for clothes, but no promises there! At the Good Housekeeping Institute we test toys and gifts for kids all year. We also have plenty of staff parents who weigh in on gift guides (including myself). We've got our pulse on what presents are currently popular for kids of all Off-Road Race Buggy The LEGO Technic line features more intricate builds for bigger kids. This 6.5-inch buggy has big wheels and can roll fast and far. Elements like steering and suspension add an intro to engineering. Ages 8+ $15.99 at Disturb I'm Gaming Socks These funny socks are a nod to a kid with a gaming habit. They fit sizes 6 to 12 and come in different iterations of sayings that include "Best Brother Ever" or "Best Son Ever." RELATED: Gifts for 12-Year-Old Boys $5.99 at Ultimate Champion This variation of the popular puzzle game includes a timer. "I liked that you could time yourself,' a 10-year-old tester told us. So your kid can try and get faster, or they can concentrate on moving up to increasingly tougher puzzles. Ages 7+ RELATED: Good Housekeeping Best Toy Awards $19.97 at Scooter Razor makes this lightweight, aluminum two-wheeled scooter to let a big kid move along quickly with just a kick of their back foot. Weight capacity: up to 143 lbs $39.99 at Encyclopedia New Edition Marvel fans can geek out learning the lore and stories of more than 1,200 iconic Super Heroes and villains. Unsurprisingly, the illustrations are also amazing! $17.56 at Electronics Exploration Kit My son learned so much from Snap Circuits, a safe way to explore electrical engineering. This set is part science kit, part building set and lots of fun. Kids learn to launch a helicopter, build a doorbell and light up a lightbulb — there are 100 projects in all. Ages 8+ RELATED: Best STEM Toys $29.98 at Beanbag Chair This highly rated and fairly affordable beanbag chair gives him his own hangout spot to move around the house. It's made of durable polyester, isn't overstuffed (so it's a little mushy) and is a comfy 30.5-inch width. $64.99 at Box Set The New Kid is the only graphic novel ever to win the Newbery Medal for children's literature. It explores what it's like to be a Black 12-year-old at a mostly white school. This boxed set includes two companion books, Class Act and School Trip, following the main characters from seventh to eighth grade. Ages 8–12 RELATED: The Good Housekeeping Best Kids' Book Awards $22.83 at Mario The Bowser Express Train I'll admit that I don't know from Mario, but we've got fans on staff who love this 26-inch long train with six Super Mario figures. Tweens are ready to tackle the build, which requires more than 1,000 pieces, and can alternate between playing with it and displaying it. Ages 9+ $114.99 at in The Dark Basketball Good Housekeeping readers are loving this ball that lights up during play, making it possible for a preteen to have active outdoor time even during dusk. $27.99 at World Records 2026 Do you remember pouring through the crazy world records when you were a kid? Today's kids can pour through modern records organized by subject, with sections like sports, Pokemon, animals, science and more. $20.96 at Headset for Nintendo Switch A tween who loves their Nintendo Switch would appreciate this tech gift, a wired headset made especially for the gaming platform. Per the brand, the set is lightweight, noise-cancelling and has a mic for playing with friends — and it's super affordable. $17.99 at The Past as You've Never Seen it Before The preteen years are the best for pouring through and absorbing facts, and this encyclopedia has plenty. Kids can learn history through illustrations, timelines, statistics and of course "wow" facts, staring with early human history. Ages 9 to 12 $11.63 at Stuffed Toy From little kids to college grads, everyone is loving Jellycat plush, especially the unusual, smiling plush food like this taco. Let the 6.5-inch buddy cheer him up from his desk or nightstand. $39.00 at Strike Elite My preteen son loved using blasters with friends. They had some of their biggest laughs trying to outdo each other with surprise strikes and bullseye aim. This Amazon-exclusive Nerf model can rapidly fire six bullets at a time, and the under-$10 price is hard to beat. $7.49 at & Shade Colored Pencils Set Is he into art? These 24 colored pencils can be blended and shaded for more sophisticated drawings. Ages 9+ $14.99 at Long Sleeve Hooded Sweatshirt Boys heading into middle school just want to blend in — maybe that's why hoodies are the uniform of choice for seemingly all of them. Your preteen might also be newly brand-aware, and right now the heritage brand Carhartt is hot with preteens and teens. $32.00 at Digital Camera We've tested this beginner digital camera with tweens, who enjoyed having a real camera. A 9-year-old tester said, "It's easy to see your photos after you take them. I can get a clear shot even when I'm walking. Some cameras you have to push a lot of buttons to get to something on the screen but with this one I just have to push one button.' RELATED: Best Cameras for Kids $99.99 at Gravity Drop Activity Kit Tweens get instructions and pieces to rearrange into any of 20 different gravity-powered LEGO games and contraptions, like a labyrinth and a marble maze. "The visuals in the book were accurate, and it was easy to determine where each piece went,' one parent tester told us. Ages 8–12 $28.95 at Printing Pen I tested 3D pens with young adults and we agreed that this is the best value model. "The kit came with stencil paper and a QR code to figure out how to use it, which was nice," one tester said. The speed-control button slides to give you a range from slow to fast, which allowed more control when making plastic creations. RELATED: Best 3D Pens $34.99 at Panic He's ready for a cooperative game like this where players work as team to win or lose together, fighting monsters attacking a castle. Ages 8+ RELATED: Best Board Games for Kids $26.49 at in 10 States of America Both educational and fun, this card game will help teach them about the different states in the USA. There's one about different countries, too. Ages 8+ $14.22 at You Might Also Like 67 Best Gifts for Women That'll Make Her Smile The Best Pillows for Every Type of Sleeper
NDTV
04-06-2025
- Automotive
- NDTV
LEGO Technic Aston Martin Valkyrie Is A Toy With A 'Working' V12 Engine
Aston Martin and the LEGO Group have now unveiled their collaborative project, the LEGO Technic Aston Martin Valkyrie. With this, Aston Martin and the LEGO Group have worked to redefine the brand's most iconic hypercar, leveraging the design prowess of the lego maker. The LEGO Technic Aston Martin Valkyrie has been unveiled as part of a wider collaboration between LEGO Technic and Gameloft Asphalt Legends UNITE gaming platform. As part of the partnership, gamers will now be able to play both the Aston Martin Valkyrie and the LEGO version in-game. The Lego version of the hypercar incorporates the key features of the original car. The LEGO Group has put together a 707-piece set to induce real-world-like aerodynamic curves, signature Podium Green livery, functional gullwing doors, and a top-mounted lever that controls the steering. While the LEGO Technic Aston Martin Valkyrie is a toy, it does possess a working V12 engine with moving pistons and a working differential. The Aston Martin and the LEGO Group have now been unveiled and have been slotted for their "official launch" on 1st August 2025. It is said to be priced around USD 60 (Rs 5,000 approx) and will be available with a single color option, which is Podium Green. Prospective customers can place the order via the LEGO Group's official website. While this model may not move on the roads, the LEGO Technic Aston Martin Valkyrie can be a fun drive in the corridors or a showpiece on the bookshelf. The Aston Martin Valkyrie has a naturally aspirated 6.5-liter V12 engine developed by Cosworth and is paired with a hybrid unit. The hypercar is capable of producing a combined 1,160 hp and can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in under 2.5 seconds, with a top speed exceeding 400 kmph.
North Wales Live
16-05-2025
- Automotive
- North Wales Live
Three new cars launched as LEGO sets and in Asphalt Legends Unite
The LEGO Group and Gameloft have launched three new 'rides' in LEGO Technic form and in the game Asphalt Legends Unite. Each LEGO Technic supercar set comes with an exclusive redeemable code to unlock the car in Asphalt. The three supercars are: the LEGO Technic Aston Martin Valkyrie, the track-ready LEGO Technic Ferrari FXX K, and the LEGO Technic Lamborghini Revuelto Super Sports Car. Available to pre-order from June 1, and inspired by the real-world hypercar, the new LEGO Technic Aston Martin Valkyrie has functional gullwing doors, steering controlled by a top-mounted knob, and a detailed V12 engine with moving pistons and a working differential. Asphalt Legends Unite will host a special in-game event featuring the Valkyrie starting June 18 through July 2 letting players experience the car virtually. Also available for pre-order two more legendary cars join the LEGO Technic team: the LEGO Technic Ferrari FXX K and the LEGO Technic Lamborghini Revuelto Super Sports Car. The LEGO Technic Ferrari FXX K features opening butterfly doors, a liftable hood, and a V12 engine with moving pistons - with a working differential and authentic detailing. The LEGO Technic Lamborghini Revuelto Super Sports Car has a detailed engine cover, glow-in-the-dark headlight accents, and access to the LEGO Technic CONTROL+ app. Alexandra Drgaomir, Marketing Manager for LEGO Techinc said: 'LEGO Technic and Gameloft are bringing the high-performance world of Asphalt Legends Unite into reality with supercars built to be both raced in-game and proudly displayed on your shelf. These models go beyond looks — they embody Technic's signature authenticity and functionality, with true-to-life design, working features like steering and moving pistons, and a rewarding, hands-on build experience. Whether you're playing digitally or building physically, they capture the thrill of speed and style.'
Wales Online
16-05-2025
- Automotive
- Wales Online
Three new cars launched as LEGO sets and in Asphalt Legends Unite
Three new cars launched as LEGO sets and in Asphalt Legends Unite Fans can build the sets and drive them in the game The LEGO Group and Gameloft have launched three new 'rides' in LEGO Technic form and in the game Asphalt Legends Unite. Each LEGO Technic supercar set comes with an exclusive redeemable code to unlock the car in Asphalt. The three supercars are: the LEGO Technic Aston Martin Valkyrie, the track-ready LEGO Technic Ferrari FXX K, and the LEGO Technic Lamborghini Revuelto Super Sports Car. Available to pre-order from June 1, and inspired by the real-world hypercar, the new LEGO Technic Aston Martin Valkyrie has functional gullwing doors, steering controlled by a top-mounted knob, and a detailed V12 engine with moving pistons and a working differential. Asphalt Legends Unite will host a special in-game event featuring the Valkyrie starting June 18 through July 2 letting players experience the car virtually. Also available for pre-order two more legendary cars join the LEGO Technic team: the LEGO Technic Ferrari FXX K and the LEGO Technic Lamborghini Revuelto Super Sports Car. Article continues below The LEGO Technic Ferrari FXX K features opening butterfly doors, a liftable hood, and a V12 engine with moving pistons - with a working differential and authentic detailing. The LEGO Technic Lamborghini Revuelto Super Sports Car has a detailed engine cover, glow-in-the-dark headlight accents, and access to the LEGO Technic CONTROL+ app. Alexandra Drgaomir, Marketing Manager for LEGO Techinc said: 'LEGO Technic and Gameloft are bringing the high-performance world of Asphalt Legends Unite into reality with supercars built to be both raced in-game and proudly displayed on your shelf. These models go beyond looks — they embody Technic's signature authenticity and functionality, with true-to-life design, working features like steering and moving pistons, and a rewarding, hands-on build experience. Whether you're playing digitally or building physically, they capture the thrill of speed and style.'
Forbes
04-04-2025
- Automotive
- Forbes
Formula 1 Utilizes Lego Partnership For International Growth
Lego Group capitalized on the 2024 Las Vegas Grand Prix with not only activations, but several major ... More announcements with Formula 1 and an advertising deal with The Sphere. Formula 1 may be one of the most popular series of any sport across the globe, but the circuit has rarely gone as viral as it did when it announced a partnership with The LEGO Group. An Instagram post on Formula 1's official page generated 1.87 million likes, as the series announced all 10 teams would be featured as Lego sets in 2025. The post was so viral that it was only out-performed by Max Verstappen's championship winning post in 2024. Federico Begher, SVP Product Marketing and Development of the LEGO Group, explained that the partnership is vital for the brand. 'We want to be a brand that is always relevant and bringing value, and delighting our fans and being part of culture, and Formula One is a huge part of culture,' Begher said. 'We think this is one of the partnerships we're most excited about – bringing something that is contributing to culture, and therefore for our brand, with ways to really stand out.' As Formula 1's 75th season kicked off, The LEGO Group debuted a plethora of new products. Among them are intricate LEGO Technic sets, which have over 1,300 pieces and perfect for adult fans looking for a new hobby. There is also the LEGO Speed Champions Formula 1 sets, which are simple to build for both children and adults alike. And exclusively for children, LEGO Duplo and LEGO City have Formula 1 models available, as well. There are even sets with mock pit stops, haulers and garages, enabling fans from all over the world to bring the Formula 1 experience into their homes. This partnership is also unique in the sense that a brand is specifically working with all 10 Formula 1 teams. For most consumer partnerships, F1 teams have their own products and do not work with each other. 'It's such a privilege,' Begher said. 'We try to be very authentic in what each team and each part, each driver, each piece of the F1 world represents. Of course, there's complexity around it, but we haven't seen it as something that's been a big problem or showstopper. It's something we approach with a lot of energy and excitement, and as I said, a great relationship and partnership, not just with one organization, but with every team, as well.' Formula 1's popularity skyrocketed in the United States with the Netflix series 'Drive to Survive' over the past several years, debuting in 2019. Television ratings have stabilized after increasing to over 1 million viewers per race in 2024. The Chinese Grand Prix – 2025 season opener – had 824,000 viewers on ESPN, according to Sports Business Journal. The new Formula 1 movie, appropriately titled 'F1' and starring Brad Pitt will likely give the series a boost in America, as well. The movie is set to be released on June 27. While this is not the first time The LEGO Group has partnered with Formula 1, this is certainly its broadest product offering around the international motor sports division. The Formula 1 partnership is rare for The LEGO Group, which believes this is one of the only partnerships that exist to support the youngest fans to the oldest. Lego debuted fan zones at Formula 1 races in 2024, with an expansion set for 2025. 'I think that's quite unique for us,' Begher said. 'It's very driven by what happens in the races, and we are very engaged with that – being present and bringing value to the races.' Last year, the LEGO Fan Zone debuted at Formula 1 races, creating an interactive portion to the partnership. This year, there will be 13 races with LEGO Fan Zones, including Shanghai, Suzuka, Imola, Montreal, Silverstone, Spa, Monza, Austin, Mexico City, Las Vegas, Lusail and Abu Dhabi. The LEGO Group sees this as a long-term partnership with Formula 1. The relationship, Begher said, is 'only growing.'
