Teens can be, let’s say, tricky to shop for — one day it’s all about the latest trend , the next they’re too cool for anything you buy for them. So I did some research to make this gift list as foolproof as possible: I interrogated my 14-year-old son, a bunch of his friends, a few mom friends with teens of their own, plus, to my own demise, I took a deep dive into TikTok.

What made the cut? A mix of smart gadgets , gaming upgrades, plenty of oversized hoodies , and even some screen-free activities. Whether you're shopping for teen girl gifts, teen boy gifts, or a tween, these Christmas presents may even earn you a full sentence with the words “thank you” in return — or a text message, at least.

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