The 20 Best Toys for 7-Year-Old Boys of 2023

From robots to books to nerf guns to crafts kits, there are tons of toys for 7-year-olds that will keep them engaged for hours, spark their creativity, and build upon their physical, social, and mental skills. The best toys for 7-year-olds will also coincide with their budding hobbies and allow them to be more independent.

Since finding the right toy can be difficult and a 7-year-old's hobbies may vary, it's also best to keep your eye on trending items online, on television, or something they've seen at school. Once you've settled on something, you'll then want to make sure that it's durable, easy to assemble and use, and versatile enough to keep playing with it for months or even years. We researched a variety of toys from leading brands that offer these features and more.

Here are the best toys for 7-year-old boys available today.

Our Top Picks

Wonder Workshop Dash at Amazon

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Stomp Rocket Dueling Rockets at Amazon

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Osmo Genius Starter Kit for iPad at Amazon

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What Should Danny Do? at Amazon

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Obuby Connect N Build Kids Fort Building Kit at Amazon

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SKLZ Pro Mini Basketball Hoop with Ball at Amazon

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Fat Brain Toys Box & Balls at Fatbraintoys.com

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NERF The Mandalorian Rocket Gauntlet at Amazon

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Funko Marvel Battleworld Mystery of the Thanostones at Amazon

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Fat Brain Toys Hey Clay Aliens at Fatbraintoys.com

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We like this toy for its overall versatility and ease of use. Dash is a real robot that can be programmed with a smartphone or tablet, making it an easy introduction to coding for any 7-year-old. It's compatible with five free apps on Apple iOS, Android OS, and Fire OS that use problem-solving games at varying levels to teach them how to create behaviors for Dash, including controlling the robot's lights, sensors, and movements. To further its versatility, it's also compatible with LEGO blocks, so kids can transform it into a truck, catapult, bulldozer, and any shape they can imagine. It's extremely popular in classrooms, making it great for solo and group play, too. When the battery dies, just plug it into the included USB power adaptor for quick charging.

Price at time of publication: $180

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The Stomp Rocket is a must-have if you are searching for a toy that promotes activity outdoors for kids. Run, jump and stomp to launch the air rockets up to 20 stories high. Be prepared to attract a neighborhood crowd with the two launch pads where you can challenge friends to see whose rocket can go higher.

Price at time of publication: $30

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Children will learn a variety of skills with the Osmo while interacting with actual handheld pieces and an iPad. This kit provides a unique way to learn and can be taken anywhere as no WiFi is required. It comes with word and number tiles, a base and reflector for an iPad, and other game pieces to use with the five game apps.

Price at time of publication: $100

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An interactive and empowering book with nine stories in one, the reader follows Danny through his day as he encounters choices children have to make on a daily basis. Fans of the book love the social-emotional skills that the book teaches and claim it is a must-have on the bookshelf.

Price at time of publication: $22

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These high-quality fort-making rods are easy to connect and create seemingly endless structures all while improving STEM skills. Good for both indoor and outdoor play, it comes with a carrying bag that makes it easy to store and take with you anywhere. This toy will be a favorite for years!

Price at time of publication: $28

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A toy that is great for a rainy day activity, this mini basketball hoop from SKLZ looks and feels like a pro-grade net. The spring-action break-away rim is built to handle kids inevitably dunking on the hoop. Good for challenging friends to a game or children can use solo and work on their shot.

Price at time of publication: $40

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Just as the name suggests, this game comes with a classic-style set of eight wooden nesting boxes and eight bouncy balls. There are so many games that can be played and this is great for the entire family.

What looks like it should be simple can easily be made more difficult by decreasing the target box size.

Price at time of publication: $37

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Play out scenes from the Star Wars Galaxy with a Mandalorian Nerf launcher. It clips onto your wrist just like in the movies and includes six Nerf darts.

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A challenging game for one or two players, Battle Ball is easy to play and very popular among 7-year-old boys. You'll love the budget-friendly price point while they'll love this super fun game. Pick your favorite Hero and win battles to defeat Thanos, then crack open the stone to reveal the mystery character inside.

Price at time of publication: $10

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A great mix of technology and hands-on play, this clay kit comes with free access to an app that includes step-by-step instructions on how to build each alien. The clay is safe, easy to use, and comes in an array of fun, bright colors that can be mixed.

Great for sensory play, watch as your child’s imagination grows with this kit!

Price at time of publication: $20

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With seven exciting challenges included, this box helps take advantage of a kid’s natural interest in building new things. Kids will be engaged with the unique materials, like googly eyes and feathers that they will need to create their inventions.

We love that this box has no instruction, meaning each child can flex their problem-solving skills.

Price at time of publication: $20

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Not your average remote control car, this stunt car can also roll and rotate at 360 degrees and drive on double-sided. Reviewers make note of how durable the car is and how well it handles bumping into walls and other objects.

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A fun twist on the traditional game, hover soccer really does glide over the ground. The set comes with two nets, a regular soccer ball intended for use outdoors, a hover soccer ball for indoor use that has a foam bumper, and a charging wire. The adults will also enjoy this!

Price at time of publication: $26

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LEGO is always a good choice when making a toy purchase and this kit takes building to the next level. It comes with a large instructional book that shows you how to build 10 amazing moving machines. Each machine can be combined in so many unique ways and will keep any child entertained for hours while seeing the fun of a chain reaction.

Price at time of publication: $22

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The Dog Man series continues to be popular amongst kids and this recent one is no different. This book is full of laugh-out-loud moments with lots of endearing heartfelt messages about love and kindness. Whether you are buying for a little reader or trying to get one interested opt for this series by Dav Pilkey.

Price at time of publication: $13

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Water activities are such a hit at any age and this slip n’ slide will not disappoint. This slip and slide has three lanes and includes three bodyboards to slide on. Reviewers say it is best to set up on an angle.

Price at time of publication: $60

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Great for road trips, airplanes, or quiet time at home, Kanoodle has over 14,000 five-star reviews. It is made for all ages (over 3) and includes 12 puzzle pieces, 200 puzzle challenges, an illustrated puzzle book, and a carrying case.

Price at time of publication: $14

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Give your 7-year-old the gift of creativity with this rugged action camera. The camera includes a waterproof case, an hour of video recording, and the option for snapping high-quality photos. Mount this durable camera to a bike helmet or take it underwater to inspire adventure and fun.

Price at time of publication: $32

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Like Twister for a new generation of kids, The Floor Is Lava is a fun, interactive game for the whole family. The game promotes balance, jumping, strength, and endurance. This game is a hit in my home for rainy days and when friends come over.

Price at time of publication: $17

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Surprise your kid with the ultimate balance gift and a new way to ride around the neighborhood; a smooth and powerful hoverboard. This one has a built-in wireless speaker, colorful LED lights, and charges quickly.

Price at time of publication: $160

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Deanna McCormack is a freelance writer & creative consultant based in Scottsdale, Arizona. She enjoys working with startups and regularly covers product launches in the lifestyle, beauty, and motherhood space. She has a 3-year-old son and an infant daughter and is the co-founder of Loonie Kid, a Canadian clothing company for kids and toddlers.

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