Build your own kaleidoscope is a kit for boys who enjoy excursions as well as making thins. In fact this kit provides all you need to make your own functional kaleidoscope that can be personalized with an individual decorative design. Available from Not on the High Street at £9.95

Skipping ropes sadly are not as popular as they were back when I was a child, but they are a great toy that provides not only great exercise but also coordination skills as well as being a fun game to play outdoors. These Wooden animals skipping ropes are great as stocking filler and are a perfect gift for every occasion. The small animal shaped handles are perfect for little hands. Designs available include lion, giraffe, dog and crocodile. Find them Not on the HighStreet at £5.95.

Make your own Robot Kit with moveable arms and legs is a great retro style robot and a lovely gift for boys aged 7 and up. Available from Berry Red at £5.50.

Another great little game from the past is this pack of six wooden Pirate Skittles and a brightly coloured ball. Available from Berry Red at £8

The Glow stars and planets box provides your kids everything they need to create their own galaxy on the wall or ceiling that glows in the dark. The pack contains 36 stars, 14 planets and 50 easy to remove sticky pads. The stars and planets are non toxic and reusable. Available from Berry Red at £7.50

Finally a Magic tricks box is always appreciated by boys who fancy themselves as true magicians and this multiple tricks box is just the thing you need for your little entertainer. Thumb Tip Trick, Secret Taper Cards, magic Rope, Miracle Dice and Multiplying Balls, all packed up in a retro box at £9 from Berry Red.