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Although they're still kids, 12-year-old boys are on the cusp of their teenage years, which means the last thing they want is a gift that seems immature or childish. After all, they'll be heading to high school before you know it. It doesn't have to be difficult to find a gift that matches this unique stage in life, though. The key is to home in on his interests and put a spin on it to truly make it something he'll love.

Maybe the tween boy in your life is all about getting energy out, or maybe he's always looking for the next gadget to hold his interest. Rack your brain for what he really enjoys, and you'll be able to narrow down gift ideas from our list of the best gifts for 12-year-old boys i

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