Younger demographics are typically the target of Christmas gift campaigns, and this list of December 2019 youth innovations highlights the unique ways that businesses are responding to the needs and demands of younger Millennials and Generation Z with festive ad strategies.
For example, I See Me fused festive celebrations with skill-building custom puzzles that correspond with the company's 'My Very Own Christmas' storybook. Users can personalize the puzzles with up to five names of family members. The bespoke puzzles are available in two iterations: a kid-friendly 24-piece and a family-friendly 500-piece edition.
As always, younger generations are digital natives, so many products and services are geared to meet this interest. For example, the Whale App, a simplified meme-making app and the Folktale platform that lets you create your own stories and add to others. Both focus on sharing self-made content as an avenue for self-expression.
Top 45 Youth Trends in December
From Family-Focused Streaming Apps to Witty Millennial Life Kits:
Grace Mahas — Dec 28, 2019 — Life-Stages
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Witty Millennial Life Kits
The Adulting Kit is a Hilarious Take on Millennial Culture
44
Customizable Wooden LEGOs
LEGO's Collectible Wooden Minifigure Inspires Creativity
43
Child-Focused Therapy Dolls
Yaara Nusboim's Designs Intend to Help Children with Emotional Traumas
42
Hands-On Sensory Toys
Fat Brain Toys' Dimpl Provides Hours of Fun and Interactive Play
41
Screenless Smart Toy Designs
The Kiri Toy is Montessori-Inspired, Educational, and Future-Forward
40
Sustainable Teen Decor
The West Elm x Pottery Barn Teen Collab is Tech-Friendly & Space-Saving
39
Gummy-Making Foodie Toys
Bandai's Foodie Surprise Collectibles Help to Make Gummy Treats
38
Chic School Locker Accessories
U Brands' Locker Organizer and Decorating Kit is Sophisticated
37
Personalized Children's Decor
Minted Creates Custom Pillows and Kid-Sized Chairs with Arful Prints
36
Adjustable Educational Seesaws
The Conceptual 'Adjustable Pivot Seesaw' Teaches Children a Lesson
35
Storytelling Holiday Pop-Ups
Cubcoats x Amazon IRL Invites Kids to Discover Character Stories
34
Collectible Yolk Toys
Bandai's Yolkies Surprise Toys Contain Edible Gummy Slime
33
Hybrid Toy Advent Calendars
The Mini Bean Bag Animal Advent Calendar Doubles as Tree Ornaments
32
Modular Dorm Room Storage
PBTeen's Wooden Study System Includes Shelving, a White Board and More
31
Throwback Fast Food Boxes
McDonald's Surprise Happy Meal Shares Toys from Decades Past
30
Millennial Drinking Bingo Games
BABE Bingo Helps Lighten Tension and Increase Laughter
29
Chromatic Gel Crayons
There is a Total of Nine Different Nuances in OMY's Colorful Gel Crayon Set
28
Collectible Dinosaur Capsules
ZURU's Dinosaur Toy for Boys Shares a Fun Unboxing Experience
27
Festive Drinking Games
The 12 Drinking Games of Christmas is the Perfect Holiday Pastime
26
Child-Friendly Banking Services
The 'Abacus' Prepaid Debit Card Helps Kids with Personal Finance
25
Sibling Subscription Kits
Green Kid Crafts' Sibling Subscriptions Offers Doubles of a Project
24
Family-Focused Streaming Apps
The New Spotify Kids App is Focused on Safe Entertainment
23
AI Flu-Fighting Apps
App for Health Provides Guidance When a Family Member is Unwell
22
Diverse Boy-Targeted Dolls
The Wonder Crew Seeks to Empower Boys Socially and Emotionally
21
Kid-Friendly Three-Wheel Scooters
Birdie by Bird is a Non-Electric Scooter for Children
20
Personalized Holiday Storybooks
I See Me's A Christmas Dream for Me Shares a Customized Tale
19
Adaptable Routine Charts
The Octopus Chart Helps to Create Customized Tasks & Schedules for Kids
18
Smart Language Toys
ROYBI Helps Kids Ages Three to Seven Learn Seven Languages
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Multigenerational Desk Designs
The 'Growth Table' is Suited for Children and Adults Alike
16
Empowering Early Childhood Memoirs
The Book Kid Activists Boasts True Tales of Influential People
15
Simplified Meme-Making Apps
The Whale App Lets Users Add Text & Special Effects to Photos
14
Inclusive Wheelchair Costumes
For Halloween This Year, the Reject Shop Partnered with HeartKids
13
Edible Chocolate Board Games
Candy Land Milk Chocolate Edition Features Edible Game Pieces
12
Second-Hand Kidswear Platforms
Infantium Victoria's IV_PRELOVED Shares Affordable Quality Fashion
11
Islamic Friendship Dolls
The Desi Doll Company's New Toys Promote Understanding & Respect
10
Collaborative Storytelling Platforms
Folktale Lets You Create and Add to Other People's Stories
9
Collectible AR Toothbrushes
The Super Toothbrush Collector’s Edition Features Popular Characters
8
Family Film Advent Calendars
The Digital Family Festive Movie Advent Calendar Shares Movie Codes
7
Festive Personalized Puzzles
I See Me's Custom Puzzles Help to Kick Off the Holiday Season
6
Multicultural Children's Books
Maria de la Luz Reyes' Second Career Boasts Latino Children's Books
5
Voice Assistant Quiz Games
kNOW! Works with Google Assistant & Shares Up-to-Date Answers
4
Fast Food Scholarships
Taco Bell's Live Más Scholarship Has a Total That Exceeds $6 Million
3
Imaginative Tooth Care Kits
'Tooth Fairy in a Box' Encourages Better Brushing Habits
2
Llama-Branded Granola Bars
Quaker's Chewy Granola Bars Contain Candy-Coated Chocolate Chips
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Festive Kid-Friendly Cooking Kits
Raddish Kids' Cooking Kits for Kids Help with Holiday Meals
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Palm-Sized Mobile Printers
The 'PrinCube' Can be Used on Any Surface for Quick Projects
Flat Fan-Style Pen Collections
The Conceptual 'Pen Fan' Keeps Eight Colors on Hand
90s Rebellious Platform Boots
Dr. Martens Drops a Dolls Kill Collaboration Full of Rugged Designs
Finding Beauty in Divergence
Winnie Harlow Talks About Her Struggles with Finding Her Own Beauty
Customizable Wooden LEGOs
LEGO's Collectible Wooden Minifigure Inspires Creativity
Inclusive Upcycled Clothing Dolls
Patta and Coloured Goodies Join Forces on Diverse Dolls
Retrospective Art Exhibitions
Tom Sachs Debuts 'Timeline' in the SCHAUWERK Sindelfingen Art Museum
Black Sheep-Themed Coasters
UncommonGoods Debuted the Adorable Black Sheep Coaster Set
Wellness-Focused Advent Calendars
Saje's 12 Nights of Wellness Advent Calendar is the Perfect Gift
Extensive Seasonal Decor Collections
The 2019 Target Holiday Collection Includes Over 2,000 Items
Faux Pimple Popping Toys
Urban Outfitters Launched a 'Pop It Pal' Toy That Mimics Pimple Popping
Modern Minimalist Desktop Organizers
The YAMAZAKI home Tower Desk Bar Eliminates Workspace Clutter
Game Show-Style Sporting Events
Nike's Track and Field Event Fuses Music, Culture & Fashion
Mini Coding Curriculum Robots
The 'Kamibot Pi' Teaches Code Through Drawing and Games
Extravagant Jewelry Advent Calendars
Tiffany & Co.'s Luxury Advent Calendar Costs $112,000
Haute Body Temperature Thermometers
The 'ThermArt' Thermometer Works on the Forehead and Ear
Montessori-Inspired Coding Toys
The 'Tangiplay' Coding Learning Toys are for Users Four and Up
Motor Skill-Enhancing Toys
The TrueBalance Coordination Game Requires Hard Concentration
Customizable Gender Neutral Dolls
Mattel's Creatable World Kits Allow for Hours of Customization
Playground-Inspired Furniture Collections
Joe Parr Debuts Three Unconventionally Inspired Pieces
Two-Person Christmas Sweaters
The Double Stuf Oreo Christmas Sweater is a Two-Person Operation
Mountainous Workstation Organizers
The 'NIO Cliff' Stationery Holder Has a Multifunctional Design
Attention-Captivating Retro Logo Hybrids
McDonald's Merges Its Symbol with Neon Retro Signs
Chic School Locker Accessories
U Brands' Locker Organizer and Decorating Kit is Sophisticated
Personalized Keepsake Books
The Book of Us Helps to Celebrate Friendships & Romantic Relationships
Connected Self-Scrambling Puzzle Toys
The 'eX-Mars' Intelligent Robot Cube is Beginner-Friendly
Free-From Beverage Advent Calendars
Nude's Advent Calendar Shares Unreleased Vodka Soda Flavors
Humorous Meme-Inspired Apparel
Kylie Jenner Creates New Rise and Shine Merchandise Following Memes
Home-Style Holiday Shops
STORY at Macy's Home for the Holidays is Like a "Living Gift Guide"
Coffee Pod Advent Calendars
Nespresso's Coffee Advent Calendar is Full of Capsules
Customizable Doll Gifts
The American Girl Gift Box Experience Shares Curated Surprises
Circular Cotton Garments
Re:newcell is Introducing Clothes Made from Circular Cotton
Collectible Yolk Toys
Bandai's Yolkies Surprise Toys Contain Edible Gummy Slime
Storytelling Child Meal Campaigns
McDonald’s Debuts the 'Childhood is Inside' Commercial
Gloomy Advent Calendars
This Anti-Advent Calendar Shares Black Pastries Filled with Misfortunes
Empowering Environment-Centric Toys
The Climate Action Kit by Land is Playful and Educational
Dwarfism Awareness Inclusive Dolls
Lottie Dolls Creates The First-Ever Little Person Doll
Gourmet Marshmallow Advent Calendars
The Naked Marshmallow Co. Calendar is Full of Festive Flavors
Pork Crackling Advent Calendars
The Snaffling Pig Co. Boasts Unconventional Treats for Christmas
Goat Yoga Party Games
The Kikkerland Goat Yoga Game Has Players Perform Goat-Paired Moves
Accessible Urban Commuter Scooters
The Leef Ohm Electric Scooter Offers 21 Miles of Range
Inclusive Family Doll Sets
Kmart Features Same-Sex Family Dolls Across Its Australian Stores
Cosmetic Store Conveyor Belts
Lush is Presenting Plastic-Free Bath Products in a Unique Way
Self-Care Advent Calendars
This December Countdown Supports Wellness During a Busy Season
Wizard-Themed Advent Calendars
Williams Sonoma's 2019 Harry Potter Advent Calendar Has 24 Treats
Interactive Companion Robots
The GT Wonder Boy Robot Can Translate 12 Languages and More
Nostalgic TV Sitcom Calendars
Urban Outfitters' 2020 Friends Calendar Spans 16 Months
Collectible Disney Cosmetics
ColourPop's Disney Princess Makeup Range Shows Off Designer Dolls
Charitable Advent Calendars
This Advent Calendar for the Holidays Supports Daily Good Deeds
Circular Fashion Partnerships
Burberry and The RealReal are Joining Forces for Circular Fashion
Meat-Free Fast Food Burgers
The McDonald's P.L.T. is a Plant-Based Burger Made with Beyond Meat
In-Store Doll Salons
The American Girl Salon Invites Girls to Match their Favorite Doll's Style
Modular Bedside Storage Caddies
The KIkkerland Design Bedside Caddy is Ideal for Dorm Room Spaces
Collectible Dinosaur Capsules
ZURU's Dinosaur Toy for Boys Shares a Fun Unboxing Experience
In-Store Doll Hospitals
American Girl's Doll Hospitals Have Doll Doctors for Wellness Checks
Expansive Seasonal Treat Collections
The Nestlé 2019 Christmas Product Range is Festive
Festive Drinking Games
The 12 Drinking Games of Christmas is the Perfect Holiday Pastime
Dog-Friendly Advent Calendars
BarkShop's Countdown is Full of Pet-Pleasing Peanut Butter Treats
Anti-Anxiety Eyewear
The 'AtEase' Therapeutic Glasses Block Out Peripheral Distractions
Peanut-First Granola Bars
The Jif Power Ups Granola Bars are Decadent and Nutty
Seasonal Sci-Fi Toy Sets
The 2019 LEGO Star Wars Advent Calendar Features New Characters
Precious Metal Payment Cards
The Raris Debit Card from the Royal Mint is Made from 18-Karat Gold
Scented Dessert-Inspired Stationery
Iscream's Peace Donut Scented Notebook is a Novelty Accessory
Secure Biometric Credit Cards
NatWest is Piloting a New Biometric Payment Card
Shoulder-Mounted Sci-Fi Toys
The Disney Star Wars Porg Mini Magnetic Shoulder Plush is Cute
Turmeric-Infused Body Creams
Skincare Brand Nature of Things Launched the Superlative Body Balm
Child Influencer-Branded Toys
Ryan's World Giant Mystery Egg - 3 is a Must-Have Gift for Kids
On-Demand Donation Services
Farfetch and Thrift+ are Helping Consumers Donate Unused Clothes
Cat-Friendly Advent Calendars
Trader Joe's Advent Calendar for Cats Shares Nourishing Treats
Halloween-Themed Graphic Streetwear
BBC and Mattel Join Forces on the Master of the Universe Range
Funny Sitcom Board Games
The Office Clue Game Asks Players To Find Who and What Killed Toby
Diverse Boy-Targeted Dolls
The Wonder Crew Seeks to Empower Boys Socially and Emotionally
Transformative Watercolor Crayons
Ooly's Smooth Stix Watercolor Gel Crayons Transform With Water
Back-Supporting Bed Pillows
The Amped Fleece Boo Pillow is a Cozy Piece for Your Dorm Room
Inclusive Diverse Dolls
One Dear World Features a Range of Cuddly Representation Dolls
Multi-Media Music Streaming
Spotify's New Canvas Feature Displays Visuals to Accompany Music
Exclusive Lip Balm Subscriptions
Lip Smacker's BFF Subscription Appeals to Millennials & Kids
Magic-Themed Coding Kits
The 'Frozen 2' STEM Toy Teaches Kids How to Code In an Interactive Way
Personalized Holiday Storybooks
I See Me's A Christmas Dream for Me Shares a Customized Tale
Scooter Rental Service Launches
Scoot is Testing Single-Seat Mopeds in Los Angeles Markets
Smart Language Toys
ROYBI Helps Kids Ages Three to Seven Learn Seven Languages
Smart Speaker Games
'Hey Robot' Has Teams Try to Get a Smart Speaker to Say a Specific Word
Holiday Coffee Beverage Releases
Starbucks' Holiday Drinks are Available November 7th
Charitable Judicial Dolls
Barbie's Dream Gap is Targeting Girls Interested in Judicial Careers
Allergy-Fighting Baby Foods
SpoonfulOne Helps Kids from Developing Food Allergies
Anxiety-Fighting Sensation-Emitting Armbands
A USC Professor Develops a Wearable Therapeutic Tool
Extravagant VIP Passes
JAY-Z's Shawn Carter Foundation Gala Boasted Rolex Watches as VIP Passes
Edible Chocolate Board Games
Candy Land Milk Chocolate Edition Features Edible Game Pieces
Troll-Themed Virtual Games
The Troll Factor Game Focuses on Understanding the Spread of Fake News
Clickable Lip Crayons
Patrick Ta's Precision Lip Crayon Doesn't Need to Be Sharpened
Creativity-Spiking Squishy Toy Substances
Educational Insights' Playfoam Pluffle is Versatile
Islamic Friendship Dolls
The Desi Doll Company's New Toys Promote Understanding & Respect
Unicorn-Themed Gelatin Kits
Crafty Cooking Kits' Magical Unicorn Gelatin Cups Kit is a Fun Craft
Bathtime Advent Calendars
Bubble T's Big Beauty Advent Calendar Shares Body Care Products
Hilarious Honest Marketing Campaigns
Beauty Brand OUAI Makes Fun of Itself By Reading Bad Reviews
Family Film Advent Calendars
The Digital Family Festive Movie Advent Calendar Shares Movie Codes
Personalized Shared Office Ads
Knotel Launched Personalized Campaigns Targeting Specific CEOs
European Chocolate Holiday Calendars
The ALDI Moser Roth Nutcracker Advent Calendar is Premium
Festive Cold Brew Packets
Starbucks' Holiday Spice Cold Brew Pitcher Packs are Here for 2019
Game Monetization Purchases
Tilting Point Has Purchased Gondola to Bolster In-Game Optimization
Quirky Festive Puzzles
The Festive Llama and Sloth Jigsaw Puzzle is a Great Stocking Stuffer
Prostate Cancer Fundraisers
Movember Launched a Star-Filled Commercial to Encourage Participation
Feminist-Inspired Puzzles
The Nevertheless She Persisted Puzzle is Perfect for Feminists
Supermarket Brand Wine Courses
Aldi is Launching a Free Wine Course for Amateur Sommeliers
Penalty Box-Themed Shot Glasses
The Penalty Box Shot Glasses are Perfect for Hockey Fans
Rideshare-Optimized Credit Cards
The Uber Credit Card Boasts an Enticing New Loyalty Feature
Inclusive Pizza-Branded Campaigns
MOD Pizza's Book 'All Pizzas Welcome' Discusses Inclusiveness
Photojournalist Barbie Dolls
The National Geographic Barbie Inspires Expression & Discovery
DIY Electronic Sewing Projects
Tech DIY Creates Sewing Kits That Teach Kids About Electronics
Diverse Book Collections
Scholastic's Rising Voices Library Shares Stories of Black & Latino Boys
Apple Pie-Themed Beverages
McDonald's Teamed Up with Granny Smith in Japan for New Drinks
Minty Cookie-Infused Desserts
A Bright Green Oreo Mint McFlurry Has Arrived at McDonald's
Bartending Department Store Robots
Makr Shakr is Serving Drinks at Selfridges for the Holidays
Multi-Language Smart Assistants
Alexa Will Get a Multilingual Mode Where Uses Can Switch Languages
Balancing Gymnast Toys
Team GEM's Gemnast Dolls Perform Signature Moves with a Special Ring
Customizable Closed-Loop Jackets
Dhana's Circular Memory Jacket is Made from Upcycled Textiles
Voice-Activated Job Applications
McDonald's 'Apply Thru' Helps People Get a Job with Amazon Alexa
Music Suggestion Features
Spotify's Brand New Music for You Feature Notifies Users About New Music
Halloween-Themed Playlists Ads
Spotify Celebrates Singers Who Push Boundaries in Its Stay Scary Ad
Spiced Cookie Lattes
McDonald's is Rolling Out a New Cinnamon Cookie Latte for the Holiday Season
Superhero-Themed LEGO Sets
The Avengers: Endgame LEGO Sets Honor Every Main Character
Peanut Candy Advent Calendars
Target is Selling a Reese's Pieces Advent Calendar This Holiday
Mobile Podcast Playlists
Spotify Users Can Now Add Podcast Content into Customizable Playlists