The gift-giving dilemma for boys has always been pinpointing their exact maturity level and then finding what they'd like. This is respectful and sound thinking; we don't want to buy something that is too old for them, but we DEFINITELY don't want to buy something that is too young for them, either.
This article is nearly eight years old and suggestions are still relevant, too, except that I would change CD to iTunes gift card and add Craigslist to the suggestion about eBay. I would also add that instead of just an Mp3 player, buy an iPod Touch 4th Generation. Kids can use internet free anywhere there's WiFi and they can download a free texting app from Textnow.com. So you don't need to buy phone and plan. Here's how to navigate that Top 10 (plus a Few) Gift Ideas for Teenage Boys
