Clothing

• Clothing is an appropriate gift to give to any boy in this age bracket -- from infants to 10-year-olds. Find out the size of the recipient and purchase clothing within his current size or clothing that is a bit larger, which he can wear in the near future. For babies and toddlers, you're safe with almost any pattern, color or character, as children of this age don't yet have an opinion about the type of clothing they wear. For school-aged boys, consider their style. If the boy is into music, pick a shirt that features a guitar or the name of a band; if he's into sports, give him a jersey of his favorite team.
  
  

Books

• Books are not only enjoyable, they are also educational. For infants and toddlers, bright and colorful picture books, board books and pop-up books are appropriate. Consider counting, alphabet, shape or rhyming books, or books that have a good moral. Consider titles by Eric Carle, Leo Leoni and Dr. Seuss. For boys who are on the older end of this age group, select books that they are able to read and that suit their interests. Books that are popular with school-aged boys include sports, adventure and mystery. Titles by Jeff Kinney, Pseudonymous Bosch and Michelle Knudsen are all good choices.
  
  

Toys

• Toys are sure to be a useful gift for boys under the age of 10. For younger boys, purchase plush stuffed animals, teethers, rattles, puzzles and any other toy that they can easily manipulate. Try to pick items that reinforce colors, shapes, numbers and letters. Older boys may appreciate action figures, sporting equipment, race cars and other interactive toys that allow them to play creatively and imaginatively. Be sure to check the labels provided on the packaging to make sure the toys are age appropriate.
  
  

Games

• Games are another item that is sure to please a boy in this age group. Again, keep age and interest in mind when purchasing games as a gift to ensure the gift is appropriate. Classic board and card games are entertaining and often teach important skills, such as counting adding and reading. Electronic and video games are another option, as they introduce children to the world of computers electronics and offer bright, colorful images that capture attention and fully immerse players in the game. Check the labels on the packaging of games to ensure they are age appropriate.