With the holiday season just around the corner (It always creeps up on you, right") you may want to start gift shopping sooner rather than later, especially if you plan to nab the hottest new toys on the market.

Of course, nothing beats good, old-fashioned family bonding and homemade gifts, but if you want to gift the youngsters in your life something tangible and extra special, we have ideas! Between the best kids' bikes on the market to the best trampolines for kids, these gifts make the parent-approved toys list for boys.
What to look for in the best gifts for 9-year-old boys
Our top tip is to shop early. "Most parents start shopping in November to take advantage of Black Friday deals, which can be hit or miss depending on when and where you decide to go," says Dana Oliver, Founder and CEO of Adventure Kids Playcare. As a play space owner, she keeps an eye on what items kids around ages six to nine gravitate towards.
"Between late November and early December, the season?s most coveted toys and video games may already be out of stock at your local brick and mortar."
Now, are high-tech tech items recommended for boys" That's up to parents, but if you choose to gift technology to a young boy this holiday season, prioritize safety and learning. "The right parental controls can help parents learn more about their kids," says Agya Garg, Head of Product at Aura, an online safety family platform.
"Seeing the apps your kids spend the...