20 Best Toys for 9-Year-Old Boys 2024

It was about nine years ago when Walter Mason, an artist based in Berlin, built what is today one of the world’s longest marble runs at a museum in Wolfsburg, Germany. Mason’s creation stretched over three flights of stairs and measured 238 meters. It takes creativity to invent a marble run and it takes creativity to play with one as well. The ThinkFun Gravity Maze Marble Run is as much fun as it is challenging.

Playing with this toy will develop a child’s cognitive and motor skills. It will also build confidence and the sense of accomplishment that comes with solving the puzzles. The ThinkFun Gravity Maze Marble Run is a 2019 Toy-of-the-Year Award Winner. The concept is a marble maze builder where kids select a card and try to build differentiated hollow cube towers on a grid that models the blueprint on the selected card.

The marble should be able to run through the grid without interruption from start to finish if what the player has built matches the selected card “blueprint.” As a construction, logic-based tool, it’s great for learning the skills foundational to STEM. There are 60 challenges in this brain game that get progressively more difficult to match the skill of the player. An easy to learn instruction manual is included to help kids quickly get started.

Your little boy is royally invited to ride one of the most fantastic budget-friendly kids’ bikes. The RoyalBaby Kids Freestyle Bicycle does not disappoint. Just looking at this bike with all the bells and whistles made us want to have kids all over again and again.

It’s got a reliable kickstand, an adjustable ergonomic seat, a unique child grip-friendly brake lever, front and rear disc brakes, no-slip pedals, a protective chainguard, wide tires, and more.

The RoyalBaby Mountain Bike with 20-inch wheels fits everyone from about 8-12 years. This bike is made with very durable components with solid welds and a shiny blue finish. We’re impressed with the disc brakes that help kids just learning to balance on a bike to master hand-eye coordination and take better control of their ride. The wide tires and suspension fork enable the bike to ride smoothly, even on off-road trails.

The quick-release feature of the adjustable seat comes in handy for helping your little boy find his best sitting height. The bike comes to you 95% assembled so all you have to put together are the pedals, handlebar, seat, and accessories. Installation tools and an assembly manual are included.  Unlike similar brands under $200, the parts of this bike align perfectly and the tires stay true without noticeable wobbles.

Using the easy to follow 12-page illustrated guide included in this kit, kids can easily grow their own crystals from start to finish with the Dan&Darci Crystal Growing Kit for Kids.  This kit is a STEM toy that introduces young minds to the basics of compounds and their structures.

The kit includes 3 crystal growing cups, 3 bags of crystal powder (red, blue, clear), 3 crystal starters, a mixing stick, tweezers, a micro USB cable, and a USB-powered LED light-up display for kids to show off their crystalline creation. The colorful LED light is built into the lid of the jars to create a fascinating room décor. Creating the crystals is easy but teaches a lot about the science of crystal formation.

Pour the crystal powder in the cups provided, add hot water, place the crystal in the cup, and then watch it grow. For the best results, be sure to closely follow the instructions in the manual provided. We won’t be surprised if this fun and educational kit spark your little boy’s interest in science and biology.

National Geographic Kids is a trusted brand that has released many bestsellers. 5,000 Awesome Facts (About Everything!) is our best recommendation for 9-year-old boys. This book is packed with captivating illustrations structured into two-page spreads with each page focusing on a different topic. Staying true to the National Geographic brand, the book is packed full of fascinating facts about, well, everything, all illustrated in vivid colors.

It is a 224-page hardcover book accompanied by 1200 photographs. Get this book for your little boy and he will be taught facts about food, survival skills, math, robots, the human body, animals, sports, history, and more. It’s never too early to instill a reading habit in your child. For voracious readers, you might also be interested in My Encyclopedia of Very Important Things.

5,000 Awesome Facts (About Everything!) will no doubt expose the young reader to plenty of facts in a format and tone that is fun and digestible. There are some sections in the book that discuss slightly more mature themes like necromancy, Ouija boards, haunted houses, palm reading, tarot cards, etc. which some households may want to avoid. In any case, we think these subjects can make constructive discussion points between children and adults.

The Motoworx Toy Rocket Launcher for kids is the most durable toy rocket launcher we can find. Durability is very important for a toy that is basically made to be repeatedly stomped on. Kids will spend hours blasting off the rockets on flights of up to 100ft. The toy is made in the USA which should be reassuring as far as quality is concerned. The rockets are made of foam, so there’s no risk of injury to children.

If you are looking for a toy that can help kids engage in safe outdoor play, the Motoworx Toy Rocket Launcher for kids is a good choice. This set will quickly transform your backyard, the neighborhood park, playgrounds, or any open space into a rocket launch pad. The toy can provide hours of healthy outdoor fun for kids and their parents to enjoy.

Plotting accurate trajectories for the rockets encourages STEM learning, while the running and stomping improve cardiovascular health. Looking for another STEM toy? Check out the IQ BUILDER Educational Building Toy Set. The set includes 8 colorful foam rockets and a foldable launcher stand with a foot launch pad. Batteries are not required in this toy. All you need is to run, stomp, and off the rocket goes.

Kids love to hear jokes and there are not a lot of things as joyful as a child’s goofy laugh. Children’s book author Mat Waugh has impressed us with this age-appropriate book of jokes for 9-year-olds although the reading level for this book is suitable for all kids over eight years old. Speaking of age-appropriate, it’s important to remember that this book is loaded with juvenile humor: most of the jokes are at a more childish level of humor.

So, while you may not find the jokes funny, let your 9-year-old be the judge. The Awesome Jokes That Every 9 Year Old Should Know includes classics, original tongue twisters, and brand new jokes you and your little boy have never heard before. The pages have beautiful illustrations to further help young minds get the punchline of the jokes. Other Mat Waugh titles include  Awesome Jokes That Every 6 Year Old Should Know and Awesome Jokes That Every 8 Year Old Should Know!

Some of the jokes in this book have punchlines some adults find slightly inappropriate (light potty humor). But most of the lines parents would think are questionable have been replaced with what the publishers call “a couple of squeaky clean humdingers!” Just be prepared to be told silly jokes for weeks to come.

The Meketec Mini Cruiser Retro Skateboard is an affordable beginner skateboard that is as sturdy as it is stylish. The eye-catching designs, with 26 stylish colors to choose from, adds to the cool factor for kids to roll around the streets in style. With a deck that is nearly 6 inches wide and 22.5 inches long and with high-speed ABEC-7 bearings, young riders enjoy extra balance and a stable ride. The deck is also made with bendable high-quality Polypropylene.

While the manufacturer may encourage adults to buy this skateboard for their own use, we highly advise against it. This is a mini-skateboard so we do not recommend it for young adults, as its meant for weights under 150 lbs. The board is foot-powered and runs on 60*45mm PU wheels with a 78A hardness which provides a stable ride. This product is made with quality materials, CE-certified, and suitable for beginner to advanced riders.

The HUSAN Electronic Piggy Banks Mini ATM is a long shot from the wooden piggybank many parents may be familiar with. This brilliant toy makes saving money cool. Do you know about the Spend-Save-Share rule for kids? It’s all about teaching children to split their income into three parts- one for spending, the other for saving, and the third part for giving away. The key is to decide how much goes into each part, and this toy can be valuable at making this character-building process fun and educative.

The HUSAN Electronic Piggy Banks Mini ATM is made of Premium child-safety ABS eco-friendly materials. Here is a smart safe that can both save and dispense coins and paper money. It has flashing lights for that extra “cool” vibe and a voice-operated mode option. The safe operates on 3 AA batteries and can store up to 600 pieces of coins and 100 pieces of paper money (any currency).

We recommend removing the batteries from the device when not in use for long periods. You don’t have to open the door of the ATM to save money, just place the notes or coins in the designated slots and the machine automatically stash the deposits. A user manual with instructions on how to personalize the password and a free screwdriver is included.

This could have been the most secure ATM made for young savers except that the impregnability of the box is undermined by the same child-friendly feature meant to eliminate the risk of your little boy’s money getting trapped in the safe. The password to the safe can be reset to the default ‘0000’ by removing and replacing the batteries, which inadvertently makes the content of the safe unsafe from those in the know. Our tip? Keep this information and the user manual top-secret.

Difficult Riddles For Smart Kids by author M. Prefontaine definitely makes children feel clever. This time around, the young ones get to have all the answers rather than the adults, and you can forgive them for enjoying stumping the adults with the riddles in this book. The riddles are not amateurish. There are 3 difficulty levels of riddles inside this book – difficult, fiendish, and evil, each level with 100 riddles. This book is a handy tool to test and develop logical skills and imagination.

Just like the book title implies, what you have here is a collection of 300 brain teasers, riddles, and puzzles. It is an excellent tool to compel kids to think and stretch their minds. We’re a bit disappointed by the lack of illustrations and the rather dull layout, we would prefer some added visual stimulation for the children this book is meant for. Oh, and there are a few typos. But the book still succeeds at improving memory and lateral thinking. It can help train children to pay closer attention to a problem and how the problem is presented.

We also think it’s great that the answers section is tucked away at the end of the book, which helps to force the reader to try and solve the riddles themselves. We recommend this book because the ability to see beyond the immediate perspective, to question the status quo, is how to turn the wheel of innovation and improvement. This book helps kids think out of the box by seeing beyond the immediate perspective. If you’re looking for another intellectual toy, consider purchasing this IQ BUILDER Educational Building Toy Set.

Learn To Draw Animals! Is a book written as part of author Peter Pauper’s Young Artist Series. Practicing their drawing skills can improve a child’s creativity and spark imagination while enhancing their fine motor skills. When the artistic talents of a child are encouraged, they also benefit from sharper hand-eye coordination and fine-tuned finger muscles.

Peter Pauper’s easy step-by-step drawing guide is designed to familiarize children with art and help them hone their artistic skill, no experience or expensive art materials required. The book contains outlines of 45 animals for children to trace and create their first masterpieces. The illustrations have extra lines for your budding artist to trace (again) for that extra touch of mastery. The young artist can then use his new-found confidence to dot the background scene with colorful representations from his imagination.

This is a very fun way to build improved concentration and memory. The 45 animal outlines for your little boy to trace includes lions, bears, penguins, monkeys, horses, and more. The illustrations are rendered in full color which adds further stimulation to children’s imagination. You don’t have to invest in expensive art materials to inspire your kid to explore his artistic talents. Just get this book and a pencil, and your little boy does the rest.

One of the most important factors to consider in a remote-controlled vehicle for indoor or outdoor play is the build quality. With a design blend of various supercars, the Growsland RC Car is made with scratch-resistant, durable, and non-toxic ABS plastic. The toy can take plenty of crashes against furniture without falling apart. The exterior has a glossy finish made from less than premium materials but that isn’t so bad for an inexpensive RC car.

We also would have liked for the car to have an on/off switch for the revving engine sound and flashing headlights since these features help drain the battery. But that’s a worry for adults; children love the headlights that turn on when the car accelerates. The car runs on 4 AA batteries and 2 AA batteries for the remote control. We prefer these to rechargeable lithium-ion batteries that typically sputter out after about 20 minutes of play and takes about the same amount of time to recharge.

The 27MHz remote control provides a decent range; kids will have to maintain around 10 – 15 feet proximity of the car to stay in radio range. The remote control is suitable for small hands and we think the design is easier for kids to use than the trigger and wheel design of similar brands. The car goes very fast (both forwards and backwards) and makes impressive, zippy turns. If you’re looking for the best inexpensive RC car for your kid, the tabletop, or your vehicle dashboard, the Growsland Remote Control Car is it.

The Activ Life Kid’s Flying Rings stand out from the competitors with its well-thought-out aerodynamic design. These flying rings weigh only 33 grams where standard sports discs have a typical weight of 175 grams. The featherweight design is ideal for kids to carry, throw, and catch. It also makes the rings safe for children to play with and not worry about injuries. This also means that the Activ Life flying discs travel far with ease. In normal weather conditions, the rings can soar on flights of well over 100 feet. If you’re looking for something a bit more indoor-oriented, take a look at this book of interesting riddles.

We’re also impressed with the hole in the middle of the rings, meant to enhance the accuracy of each throw. The holes also make catching the rings easier for a child’s small hands. This toy is suitable for outdoor and indoor play with a glow-in-the-dark feature that allows kids to play with them at night as well. If you want a Frisbee toy that can provide hours of enjoyable health-building outdoor fun for kids and adults, we recommend the Activ Life Kid’s Flying Rings. This toy is made in the USA, and you get two rings in a full-color gift box with your purchase.

The VTech KidiZoom Smartwatch DX2 is touted as the world’s smartest children’s watch. This DX2 model is the successor to the [amazon url="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ZCZV0I4″]DX[/amazon]. While the DX and DX2 have similarities, the DX2 stands out with a better aesthetic and more rugged design than the DX. The DX2 also has two cameras allowing kids to take selfies with the watch as well, whereas the DX only has one camera and no selfie option.

The VTech KidiZoom Smartwatch DX2 comes in both black and pink colors. Kids can shoot videos, take pictures, play educational games, and become an expert at telling time with this watch. You can also download games from the VTech Learning Lodge in addition to the games pre-programmed in the watch. A USB cable is included for charging and for connecting the watch to your computer.

The face of the watch is customizable with 55 digital and analog styles. The DX2 wristband fits perfectly around tiny wrists. As a safety and privacy precaution, the VTech Kidizoom Smartwatch DX2 has no GPS support, and your little boy can neither make calls nor send text messages with it. However, if you want your child to have less access to screens, consider this IQ BUILDER Educational Building Toy Set.

This also gives parents control of the files stored in the smartwatch since you will need to connect the watch to a computer to share the files. The 256MB memory is expandable via a microSD card (not included). But the watch has plenty to engage your little boy, including an in-built pedometer for counting steps and other fun sound effects. Other than being a cool looking fashion item, this watch is as smart as a children’s smartwatch should be.

The Threeking Programmable Smart Sensing Music Robot Toy is an amazing little mXHINW. He’s Cady-Wida as a boy and Cady-Wini as a girl. Cady can do lots of things like singing, dancing, playing music, and mesmerize with those cute LED-lit eyes. This robot can move in every direction and we can’t help but be impressed by the gesture-controlled function. The robot can react to your hand gestures to move forward, backward, turn left or right, and make robotic sound effects. For a quieter toy, consider the this kids’ book of facts.

With a wave of the hand in any direction, the robot will follow your lead. Cadi-Wida can be placed on patrol mode, as well as sing and dance. We also think the robot’s Japanese accent is not disappointing for a robotic voice. The robot can entertain the family for two hours on a full electric recharge, while the remote controller needs 2 AA batteries. Robots like this can help teach about STEM and even contribute to children’s emotional and social development.

Should you get your 9-year-old and archery set? Archery improves hand-eye coordination, concentration, and balance. It is a fitness exercise for muscle and mental development. We recommend the GoBroBrand Bow and Arrow Set for Kids as age-appropriate archery set to help your little boy develop important life skills like commitment and discipline since archery is a sport that requires time to learn and master. This is the best and most affordable beginner arrow set we can find, as it uses suction cup arrows.

The manufacturer’s age recommendation for the GoBroBrand Bow and Arrow Set for Kids is 3 years and up, but we think kids are better prepared for this activity at 8+ years. American archery education and training manager Guy Krueger recommends the age of 8 as a more fitting age for kids to handle a beginner’s bow. The GoBroBrand bow and arrow set include six suction cup arrows for added child-safety, a LED-lit bow, an arrow quiver, and a target that is smaller than the standard size. The LED-lit bow can be set to three different light settings that allow children to practice with the toy at night.

This indoor flying orb is an excellent beginner drone toy for children. The webbed bumper guard around the orb protects children from cutting their fingers or any other body part on the rotors. This feature also adds to the suitability of the drone for indoor play as there’s no risk of the rotors ripping or crashing into household furniture.

Children can also safely navigate the flying orb with their hands without getting hurt. While the Force1 Scoot Hand Operated Drones are not for advanced drone enthusiasts, it is an exciting beginner flying toy for children to chase around the house and the backyard. The Force1 Scoot drone has motion sensors that help it navigate its flight. It is flown by tossing it in the air where it hovers and spins. Just like the name implies, kids can nudge it forward by “scooting” it with their hands.

Made with CPSIA and FCC-compliant materials, the shell of the drone is impressively flexible. It can take a lot of beatings from bumping into objects or crashing to the ground without breaking. Its motion sensors allow it to fly in the other direction when it senses an object on its flight path. The nifty reaction of this little flying orb is quite impressive. It also has LED flashing lights that give the drone an alien ship vibe when flown at night. A USB charging cable is included in the box.

This model is an upgraded version of the Ourlife kids’ action camera. Packing a crisp full high-def 1080P 8MP camera in a 2.4-inch view screen, this camera delivers high-quality shots that kids can retouch with the inbuilt filters and fun photo frames. For young minds, photography can be more than a party toy or just fun. Photography can build improved visual and critical skills. The Ourlife Selfie Waterproof Action Kids Camera is our best recommendation to encourage your little boy to practice with a real camera.

This camera is packed with features such as a self-timer, a continuous shot function, automatic face detection, an anti-glare setting, impressive selfie camera, and more. The Ourlife kids’ camera is a true action camera that remains waterproof in up to 100 feet of water. Yes, kids can safely take pictures in the swimming pool with this camera. The camera comes with two different cases for dry and wet use. The handle is built suitable for a firm grip by small hands, and kids can still take photos at night with the help of the built-in fill light.

Continuous filming can last for up to 2 hours on a full charge. You also get a free SD card to store your kid’s precious shots and videos. We also like the mounting kit that allows the camera to be mounted on tripods, bicycles, etc. The package includes the camera, a silicone case, a waterproof housing case, an 8GB SD card, a tripod bracket, a bicycle mount, a card reader, a neck strap, 1 USB cable, and a user guide in English and Spanish.

With its headquarters in Chicago, USA, the Wilson sporting company is a trusted brand in sporting goods covering tennis, basketball, soccer, and other sports. The Wilson Traditional Soccer Ball is one of the company’s finest products.

This is an excellent wallet-friendly soccer ball for backyard fun and standard soccer pitch practice. The ball is machine-sewn while staying true to the classic black and white panel design, although you can get this version in blue as well. The inflation level of this ball is the standard 8 or 10 PSI and can easily be achieved through a hand pump.

You can trust the durability of the Wilson classic traditional soccer ball with its impact-resistant synthetic leather on the outer cover and butyl rubber bladder underneath for a better air and shape retention. Playing soccer has numerous health benefits such as improved cardiovascular endurance, better hand-eye coordination, speed, and agility.

The concept of hover balls is a soccer game that can be safely enjoyed indoors without damaging property or furniture. The WisToyz Hover Soccer Ball Set is a budget-friendly air-powered hover ball with an upgraded lift that provides little to no friction between the ball and the floor. This toy can be enjoyed on different surfaces like carpets, grass, and concrete.

Boys like to play soccer, and this hover ball provides them a safe and enjoyable alternative to outdoor soccer practice. The WisToyz Hover Soccer Ball has an inbuilt foam bumper that effectively cushions impacts on walls and furniture. The toy can be played solo or with a partner without worrying about damage to home appliances or furniture. Looking for an outdoor toy? Check out this Meketec Mini Cruiser Retro Skateboard.

The set comes with two easy-to-assemble goal posts that can transform indoor spaces into a hockey or soccer pitch. This toy proves that kids can have as much fun playing soccer indoors even at night with the built-in multi-color LED lights adding to the excitement. A separate free inflatable ball, a little hand pump, and an instruction manual is included in the package. The set runs on 4 AAA batteries.

The IQ Builder Educational Building Toy Set is a STEM learning toy designed by a team of teachers to help young minds build improved reasoning, creativity, cognitive flexibility, and problem-solving skills. As a toy with a focus on STEM, children will receive foundational lessons on math, engineering, geometry, physics, and mechanics. The IQ Builder Set is a kit of colorful blocks in different shapes and sizes that your little boy can use to make all kinds of projects.

This is an open-ended toy primed for creative children because there’s no limit to what your child can build. More so, you can download blueprints online when your child needs ideas of things to build. The templates have beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels.

The pieces are made with BPA, phthalate, and lead-free washable plastics that are safe for your child’s health. However, we recommend that children under 3-years-old should have adult supervision when playing with this toy due to the choking risk with the small parts. The IQ BUILDER Educational Building Toy Set does exactly what it says; it helps kids flex their mental muscle while building sharper hand-eye coordination and dexterity.