From tech-powered education that speaks to the youngest generation's affinity for digital tools to youth-targeted marketing that seeks to foster relationships with consumers at an early age, many innovations contained in the top July 2015 youth trends point to the future.
Creativity-spurring apps such as Loopimal gamify the process of creating something new, making an educational activity seamlessly entertaining. Loopimal encourages children to make their own beats by creating animated animals to dance along to the melody they create.
Additionally, products and services aimed at introducing youth to gardening in what can be seen as a progression of the urban farming movement. As millennials begin to settle down and start families, these values are sure to start emerging in youth-targeted products for their children.
Top 70 Youth Trends in July
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3D-Printing Pens
The 3DSimo Mini Facilitates the Manual Fabrication of Three-Dimensional Creations
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Intelligent Creativity Campaigns
The Play-Doh Ad Campaign Shows How the Toy 'Makes Smart Kids'
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Ultimate Urban Playgrounds
The City Museum was Formerly a Converted Shoe Factory
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Autonomous Dinosaur Toys
WowWee's Robot Dinosaur Takes Cues from Beacon Technology
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Future Career Path Charts
This Infographic Features Potential New Age Jobs for Gen Y and Gen Z
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Vacant Stare Photography
Donna Stevens Captures Captivated Children Watching Television
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Brain Freeze Campaigns
Freddo Ice Cream Shows That Even in Pain, This Treat is Delicious
63
Generational Comparison Graphs
This Gen Z Infographic Compares the Group to Gen Y
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Smart Wooden Dolls
Avakai by Vai Kai Brings Technology and Traditional Toys Together
61
Light-Up Bike Accessories
These Neon Handlebars Illuminate Your Pushbike with Style and Safety
60
Egg-Shaped Social Toys
Grumblies are Smart, Social Tech Toys That Interact with Kids & Devices
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Individually Styled Dolls
The Who is Barbie Campaign Introduces a Sense of Self-Expression
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Digital Aquarium Toys
The Picturerium Lets Kids Create and Care for Imaginary Fish
57
Ice Cream-Mimicking Playgrounds
This Ice Cream Playground is a Pink & Blue Wonderland for Kids
56
Movable Pinball Sets
This Magnetic Game Allows Children to Recreate Pinball in Different Ways
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Enclosing School Furniture
The Soothing Chair by Dorja Benussi Provides a Safe Haven for Students
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Child Humanist Campaigns
The Amnesty International Ad Shows Activism Can Start from Any Age
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Toy CT Scanners
Creative Arts Designs Playful Machines for Hospital Waiting Rooms
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Adorable Animal Sneakers
'Ikiki' is a Line of Animal Shoes That Encourages Kids to Run & Walk
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Retro Toy Backpacks
The 'Dolls Kill' Furrbee Backpack Boasts a Nostalgic 90s Style
50
Superhero Wearable Technology
Disney Playmation Lets Children Immerse Themselves as Favorite Heros
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Arthritis-Correcting Toys
'Monstars' Toys Work to Help Children Suffering from Juvenile Arthritis
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Engaging Brand Concerts
The Honda Stage Experience Helps Fans Connect with Music Live and Online
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Transforming Hybrid Bikes
'LegGo' is a Modification Bike That Takes on Eight Different Forms
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Social Privacy Infographics
TeenSafe's Examines the Youth Search for Social Media Privacy
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Data-Free Messaging Apps
The Jott App Works Without a Data Plan or Wifi Connection
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Oversized Coloring Pages
OMY Design & Play's Giant Coloring Page Provides Hours of Entertainment
43
Kid-Friendly Superfood Drinks
Happy Family's Drink for Kids Contains No Artificial Ingredients
42
Interactive Hospital Walls
These Waiting Room Walls Now Entertain Hospitalized Children in the UK
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LED Piggy Banks
The 'Lucky Bag Lamp' is a Glowing Cash-Stashing Nightlight
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Half-Moon Pod Chairs
The 'Hideaway' Chair Provides Kids at a Cozy Seat and Place to Escape
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Empowering Technology Courses
'Mexico Conectado' is a Free Educational Program for Kids
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Digital Literacy Campaigns
Grovo and Capital One Help to Hone Skills for the Digital World
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Video-Calling Storybooks
Skype's Bedtime Calls Helps Parents Tuck Kids in with a Digital Story
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Educational Animation Apps
The 'Shapekit' App Helps Kids Learn by Creating Their Own Cartoons
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App-Addicted Teen Graphs
This Inforgraphic Outlines the Average Daily Web Activity Among Teens
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Heathy Produce Campaigns
Price Chopper's Healthy Eating Campaign Encourages Better Food Choices
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Intelligent Personal Robots
Musio is an AI Robot with Interchangeable 'Brains' for Different Tasks
32
Car Seat-Replacing Vests
The 'Ride Safe Travel Vest' is a Convenient Alternative to a Car Seat
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Sunburn-Prone Dolls
The Interactive Nivea Doll Teaches Sun Protection for Kids
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Portable Penguin Speakers
The Pulssy Bluetooth Speaker Animates Your Mobile Life with Music
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Kid-Focused Monitoring Systems
The Bear-Shaped Home Energy Monitor Teaches Kids About Eco Behavior
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Music-Making Kids Apps
Loopimal Creates Charming Dancing Animals to Original Beats
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Virtual Learning Headsets
Google Expedition Introduces Virtual Reality to the Classroom
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Immersive Disney Toys
The 'Playmation' Line Combines Wearable Devices with Connected Technology
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Edible Food Paints
Noshi Encourages Children to Eat Their Veggies in a Fun and Healthy Way
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Classroom Connectivity Kits
The 'Aula Movil' Portable Classroom Kit Promotes Digital Learning
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Informative Embedded Ads
Microsoft's Collective Project Appeals to a Millennial Audience
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Free Education Apps
'Konnektid' is an Educational App to Help People Learn New Skills
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Online Hispanic Universities
UTEL is the First Online-Only University in Mexico
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Children Subscription Tablets
Fuhu's Nabi Pass Grants Unlimited Access to Disney and More
19
DIY Waffle S'Mores
These Messy Campfire Snacks Combine Dessert and Breakfast
18
Kid-Friendly Fruit Rolls
This Recipe for Fruity Spring Rolls is Perfect for Adults and Kids Alike
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Kid-Friendly Tablets
Amazon is Set to Launch an Affordable and Easy-to-Use Children's Tablet
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Kiddie Protein Bars
The Simply Protein Kids Bar Makes Protein for Kids Accessible & Enjoyable
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Disguised Vegetable Crackers
Funley's Healthy Crackers are Branded with Fun Flavors Instead
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Educational Storytelling Apps
'ABCine' Lets Kids Learn Their ABC's Through Interactive Stories
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Kid-Friendly Gardening Kits
'Grüt' is a Smart Gardening Set That Helps Kids Take Care of Plants
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Vitamin-Rich Carrot Puffs
Pirate's Booty Carrot Puffs Deliver Vitamin A in a Fun Form
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Child Meal-Planning Apps
LaLa Lunchbox is a Menu Planning App for Parents and Kids
10
Blended Produce Pouches
Fruigees' Natural Fruit Snacks Eliminate the Need to Wash and Peel
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Fruity Fortified Milk
'Nutri-Milk Superkid' is a Milk for Kids that Fosters Healthy Development
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Kid-Friendly Streaming Services
This App Will Allow Children to Watch Shows and Movies On-Demand
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Crunchy Fruit Clusters
Brothers All Natural Turns Freeze-Dried Fruit into Crunchy Snacks
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Barbie Video Diaries
Mattel's Most Famous Doll is Now Broadcasting Her Own Videos on YouTube
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Educational Activity Planners
InvolvEdu is an App to Help Students Get Involved with Groups
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Child Chef Camps
This SoFAB Cooking Camp Teaches Kids to Prepare Healthy Meals
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Child Baker Programs
'I Am Chef Haagen-Dazs' Offers Fun and Educational Child Cooking Lessons
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Spontaneous School Operas
Scala' Stages an Impromptu Performance for Kids to Enjoy During Lunch
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Gardener Cooking Clubs
This Agape Centre Program Has Kids Cooking with Food They Harvested
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DIY Watermelon Pizza
This Fruit-Infused Watermelon Pizza is a Satisfyingly Healthy Treat
Futuristic Grocer Concepts
Carlo Ratti Associati Imagines the Future of Supermarkets as Digital
Creative Lettering Shops
5 POINTS' Shop Appeals to Creative Millennials with Interactive Stations
Surreal Fashion Photography
Rus Anson Captures a Quirky Narrative in a Serene Beach Setting
Bow Tie-Inspired Seating
These Bamboo Bow Tie Chairs are Heated and Bent into Shape
Future Career Path Charts
This Infographic Features Potential New Age Jobs for Gen Y and Gen Z
Brain Freeze Campaigns
Freddo Ice Cream Shows That Even in Pain, This Treat is Delicious
Asian-Inspired Egg Recipes
These Soy Sauce Eggs are Garnished With Diced Scallions
Compact Outdoor Ovens
The Portable 'Roccbox Outdoor Oven' Helps Users Cook in the Great Outdoors
Old Hollywood Weddings
This Retro Wedding Theme Draws Inspiration from 50s Glamour
Generational Comparison Graphs
This Gen Z Infographic Compares the Group to Gen Y
Snowdrift-Inspired Chairs
The Frost Chair Has a Futuristic Design With Some Classical Elements
Flower Bomb Campaigns
The Activia Ad Confirms that "Yes, She Goes Too"
Smart Wooden Dolls
Avakai by Vai Kai Brings Technology and Traditional Toys Together
Hanging Hoop Chairs
Lee Broom Designs a Sculptural Seat Out of Steel Circular Elements
Minimalist High-Backed Chairs
NAGI by Tomoya Tabuchi is a Curvy Seat for Reading or Working
Single Lifestyle Seating
The JARI Chair is Inspired by the Phenomenon of Korean Bachelors
Chalkboard Spice Labels
'Market Fresh' Labels are Hand-Drawn to Look like Art on a Chalkboard
Versatile Compact Armchairs
Karim Rashid's Armchair is a Small and Functional Furniture Piece
Child Humanist Campaigns
The Amnesty International Ad Shows Activism Can Start from Any Age
Toy CT Scanners
Creative Arts Designs Playful Machines for Hospital Waiting Rooms
Cheeky Celebrity Pajamas
This Miley Cyrus Jumpsuit Features the Many Faces of the Pop Icon
Workplace Design Tips
This Infographic Offers Suggestions on Creating a Productive Workspace
Misfired Firework Photography
Photographer Kimmo Kuloveski Captured Bursts of Accidental Light
On-Demand Ice Cream Trucks
The 'Good Humor' Ice Cream Trucks Can Be Summoned with a Single Tweet
Experimental Drone Photography
The Calder Wilson Long-exposure Fireworks Images Capture Light
Colorful Pretzel Chairs
Velichko Velikov Designs a Playful Seat Full of Twists and Turns
High-Tech Maternity Stores
Thyme Maternity's Concept Store Targets Savvy Moms-to-Be
Playoff Beard-Embracing Ads
This McDonald's Beard Ad Supports the the NHL 2015 Season
Explanatory Social Charts
This Facebook Engagement Infographic Breaks Down User Activity
Productive Commute Guides
This Infographic Offers Ways to Make the Most of Time Spent Commuting
Superhero Wearable Technology
Disney Playmation Lets Children Immerse Themselves as Favorite Heros
Shredding Billboard Campaigns
Act Responsible Promotes Its 'Great Ads for Good Causes' Exhibit
Choosy Listening Systems
'Here Active Listening' Lets People Control Their Audio Environment
Data-Free Messaging Apps
The Jott App Works Without a Data Plan or Wifi Connection
Clarifying Text Guides
This Infographic Will Reduce Any 'Should I Text Him or Not' Anxiety
Summer Internship Infographics
CampusBooks Compares the Top Internships Across Various Industries
Gen Z Mobile Infographics
This Useful Graph Outlines the Ways Gen Z Learns Through Mobile
Kid-Friendly Superfood Drinks
Happy Family's Drink for Kids Contains No Artificial Ingredients
Reviewing Corporate Hiring Practices
Jenny Siu's Job Hunting Talk Offers Tips to Millennials
Driver-Shaming Apps
The 'Towit' Photo-Shaming App Lets You Call Out Drivers Who Park Poorly
Bacon-Wrapped Donuts
This Fried Donut Recipe from Oh, Bite It! is Extremely Easy to Make
Hassle-Free Kids' Bikes
The Priority Start Bike is Incredibly Easy to Set Up and Use
Backstage Loyalty Programs
Air Miles' Stage Pass Entices Millennials with Concerts, Events & Perks
Kale Quiche Recipes
Very Culinary's Healthy Breakfast Recipe is a Fresh Twist on a Morning Classic
Remote Cooking Fridges
Chef-e Keeps Food at Its Freshest Before It is Cooked In-Unit
Anxiety-Alleviating Robots
'Huggable' is a Robot Teddy That Helps Comfort Hospitalized Children
Roped Backrest Seating
The YC1 Chair by Mikiya Kobayashi Boasts Striking Details
Educational Animation Apps
The 'Shapekit' App Helps Kids Learn by Creating Their Own Cartoons
App-Addicted Teen Graphs
This Inforgraphic Outlines the Average Daily Web Activity Among Teens
Crispy Waffled Sushi
This Waffle Iron Sushi Contains Rice With Optimal Crispiness Levels
Digital Learning Platforms
Aguascalientes Embraces Edmodo for Primary & Secondary Schools
Calorie Estimation Apps
Google's 'Im2calories' App Will Gauge How Healthy a Meal is from a Photo
Outdoor Learning Programs
Tinkergarten Celebrates the Beauty of Nature Through Outdoor Education
Homemade Potato Chips
This Homemade Chip Recipe is a Healthy Alternative to Store Bought
Transformed Firework Photography
The David Johnson Collection of Firecracker Images Are Remodeled
Search Engine Loyalty Programs
The Bing Rewards App Provides Perks to the Platform's Users
Procrastination Personality Quizzes
The Flowchart Helps You Determine Your Type of Procrastinator
Revolutionary Music Commercials
The Apple Music Ad Campaign Puts Its App on a Historic Level
Music-Making Kids Apps
Loopimal Creates Charming Dancing Animals to Original Beats
Classroom Connectivity Kits
The 'Aula Movil' Portable Classroom Kit Promotes Digital Learning
Kale-Infused Breakfasts
McDonald's Egg White and Turkey Sausage Breakfast Bowl Contains Kale
Modular Planetary Seating
Saturn by Sang A Choi Transforms from Chair to Stool to Side Table
Gluten-Free Chocolate Souffles
Chocolate Basmati Rice Souffle is Grain-Free and Good for the Body
Free Education Apps
'Konnektid' is an Educational App to Help People Learn New Skills
Indulgent Coconut Chips
Navitas Naturals' Chips Come in Satisfyingly Sweet Flavors
Hydration-Prompting Apps
The WaterMinder App Sends Friendly Reminders to Drink H20
Whimsical Fragrance Branding
The Chanel Chance Eau Vive Campaign Brings a Fantasy to Life
Concert Tour Analytics
YouTube's Music Insights Tells Artists Where to Route Their Tours
Creative Festival Charts
This Infographic Gives You the Run-Down on the Cannes Lions Festival
Robot-Created Cocktails
This Bourbon Punch Was Created by IBM's Chef Watson Computer
Kiddie Protein Bars
The Simply Protein Kids Bar Makes Protein for Kids Accessible & Enjoyable
Disguised Vegetable Crackers
Funley's Healthy Crackers are Branded with Fun Flavors Instead
Chocolate-Dipped Clementines
This Healthy Dessert Features Fresh Fruit and Pistachio Ingredients
Organic Pea Snacks
A Bag of Peas Please Contains More Than a Serving of Vegetables
Wildlife Photography Camps
Toe Hold Offers Creative Photo Expeditions Across the Globe
Educational Air-Purifying Kits
Volkswagen Teaches Students in China to Create a DIY Air Filter
Child Meal-Planning Apps
LaLa Lunchbox is a Menu Planning App for Parents and Kids
Blended Produce Pouches
Fruigees' Natural Fruit Snacks Eliminate the Need to Wash and Peel
Personal Assistant Apps
The 'Charlie' Research App Will Help Quickly Digest Relevant Information
Student Empowerment Apps
The 'Boston Student Rights' App Helps High Schoolers Self-Advocate
Wholesome Snack Bars
YummySnack Bars Fuel Kids with Natural Ingredients
Refreshing Watermelon Smoothies
This Sweet Smoothie Recipe Combines Watermelon and Strawberries
Vegan Caramel Cakes
These Vegan Salted Caramel Lava Cakes are Decadent and Dairy-Free
Expert Networking Guides
Business Insider's Infographic Offers Career-Helping Networking Advice
Protein-Packed Smoothies
B'More Organics' Strawberry Protein Smoothie is Made with Skyr
Vegetable-Based Crab Cakes
These Artichoke Crab Cakes Refashion the Popular Seafood Snack
DIY Barista
Jaime Neely Discusses Her Favorite Examples of Homemade Coffee Culture in Practice
Updated Tablet Keyboards
Apple QuickType Can Now Transform into a Trackpad
Emoji Hashtag Stats
This Social Media Infographic Looks at the Most Hashtagged Emojis on Instagram
Stripped-Down Social Apps
The Facebook Lite App Targets Users in the Developing World
Allergy-Alerting Apps
The 'Invitalshare' App Helps Parents Share Food Allergies with Caregivers
Educational Activity Planners
InvolvEdu is an App to Help Students Get Involved with Groups
Minty Cantaloupe Soups
This Mint Cantaloupe Soup Offers Flexibility When it Comes to Flavors
Healthy Papaya Desserts
Minimalist Baker's Papaya Boat Salads Are Made with Fruit, Seeds and Nuts
Musical Glassware Concerts
Suntory Hall Hosts a 'Glassical Concert' with Unusual Instruments
Child Chef Camps
This SoFAB Cooking Camp Teaches Kids to Prepare Healthy Meals
Nutty Streusel Muffins
This Peanut Butter & Jelly Streusel Muffins Recipe is Quick and Easy
Feminizing Rugged
Armida Ascano Discusses Brands Empowering Girls of the Millennial Generation
Chocolate Bean-Infused Muffins
These Double Chocolate Black Bean Muffins Offer Sweet Nutrition
Black Bean Brownies
These Fudgy Black Bean Nutella Brownies Make Dessert Snacking Healthy
Gardener Cooking Clubs
This Agape Centre Program Has Kids Cooking with Food They Harvested