Whether it is learning to code or understanding the basics of money management, the November 2016 youth trends reveal that parents are eager to make sure their children learn vital life skills at an early age. As a result, brands are increasingly looking for ways to incorporate educational aspects into everything from toys to wearable technology.
One area that brands are placing a great deal of emphasis on is STEM learning. In turn, there is a growing effort to think of new and exciting ways to introduce children to these concepts. Some examples of STEM-focused products include AR pizzeria games, screen-free coding toys and modular hovercraft drones.
Of course, the emphasis on STEM does not mean that parents are no longer looking to teach their children other basic skills. Indeed, the November 2016 youth trends reveal that there are many products on the market that are aimed at teaching children practical skills such as money management, gardening and how to deal with anxiety.
Top 40 Youth Ideas in November
From Screen-Free Coding Toys to Educational Money Apps:
Katherine Pendrill — Nov 27, 2016 — Life-Stages
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AR Pizzeria Games
Osmo's 'Pizza Co.' Helps Kids Learn Financial Literacy By Selling Pizzas
39
LEGO Hair Helmets
The 'LEGO Hair Bike Helmet' Puts a Humorous Spin on Helmet Hair
38
Family-Friendly Scooters
The Space Scooter is a New Way for Families to Get Active
37
Play-Inspiring Moving Boxes
AnyVan's Cardboard Moving Boxes Transform into Castles and Forts
36
Age-Appropriate Adjustable Furniture
Teehee's Illa and Illeta Can be Reconfigured as Children Age
35
Animalistic Inflatable Furniture
The Rabito Inflatable Child Chair Can be Inflated on Demand
34
Contemporary Lunch Carriers
The Lunch Buddy by Nalgene is a Chic and Efficient Kids Lunch Box
33
Pop Band LEGO Models
LEGO's 'Beatles Yellow Submarine' Features Figures of the Fab Four
32
Child-Tracking Wearables
The Joey Tag is a Wearable GPS Unit to Keep Children Safe
31
Child-Sized Supercars
The Mercedes-AMG GT Bobby Car is Designed for Toddler Test Drivers
30
Interactive Education Maps
The Learn & Climb Push-to-Talk Kids World Map is Interactive
29
Complex Crocheted Costumes
This Convincing ET Costume Was Custom-Knitted in Just Four Days
28
Upscale Halloween Childrenswear
Tutu Du Monde's 'Under A Spell' Offers Innovative Seasonal Clothes
27
Expressive Coding Toys
Little Robot Friends Respond to Interactions with Cute Reactions
26
Kid-Drawn Stuffed Toys
Ikea's 'Sagoskatt' Toys are Replicas of Real Kids' Drawings
25
Screen-Free Coding Toys
The 'Plobot' Play Robot Lets Children Learn to Code without Screens
24
Bioluminescence Water Guns
The SplashLight Makes Water Glow as it's Fired at Opponents
23
Modular Hovercraft Drones
Makeblock's Airblock Drone Toy Can Be Programmed to Do Different Stunts
22
Outdoor Winter Castle Toys
This Snow Fort Building Set Enables Kids to Create Sturdy Snow Castles
21
Medical Teaching Toys
The Gomo Doll Helps Doctors Teach Kids About Their Ailments
20
Pop Star Zombie Dolls
'Zomby Gaga' is a New Monster High Character by Lady Gaga
19
Piggyback-Guiding Helmets
The Piggyback Driver Helmet Lets Kids Drive Their Parents
18
Educational Money Apps
Standard Bank's New Venture is a Banking App For Kids
17
Vibrant Child-Inspired Desks
Roberto Gil of Casa Kids is the Designer Behind the 'DUMBO Desk'
16
Artistic Coding Robots
The 'Root' Robot for Beginners Lets Families and Kids Partake in Coding
15
Collapsible Jungle Gyms
This Children's Playground Can be Set Up Indoors or Outdoors
14
Autonomous Robotic Babysitters
The AvatarMind iPal is a Full-Time Companion for Children
13
Kid-Focused Tablets
PBS's Playtime Pad is a Tablet for Kids Loaded with PBS Apps and Games
12
Troubled Adolescent Picture Books
This Book Was Created to Highlight Issues Affecting Teens
11
Children's Language Games
Ligumi Play Teaches Children Languages with Augmented Reality Toys
10
Children's Fitness Wearables
Garmin's Vivofit Jr. is for Kids Ages Four to Nine
9
Greenery Personification Planters
The 'Pure Life' Garden Planter Gamifies Gardening for Kids
8
Magnetic Origami Globes
This Dymaxion Map Reduces the Representational Distortion of Continents
7
All-Organic Children's Clothing
Petits Coquins Makes Clothes from Pesticide-Free Organic Cotton
6
Cartoon-Covered Children's Apparel
This Release from Stussy Kids Makes Use of the Peanuts Cartoon
5
Playful TV Apps
'Toca TV' Introduces Exclusive Videos and Recording Tools from Toca Boca
4
Sweetly Scented Temporary Tattoos
Tattly Arm Candy Tattoos are Deliciously Designed and Scented
3
Child-Centric Creator Apps
The Skylanders Imaginators App Lets Kids Create Physical Toys
2
Boy Action Dolls
These Boy Dolls are Crushing Old Gender Stereotypes with Fun for All Kids
1
Microbial Arcade Games
This Smartphone Microscope Game Lets Kids Play Pac-Man With Real Microbes
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Plush STEAM Dolls
Team Genius Squad's STEAM Dolls Introduce Kids to Exciting Topics & Skills
Space-Inspired Programmable Smartwatches
Artemis Watch 2.0 Lets Kids Code Their Own Wearable
Sensor-Driven Play Blocks
LEGO Smart Bricks Introduce Responsive Building Toys
Space-Themed Screen-Free Learning Platforms
Boppo Has Introduced the Our Solar System Toppo
Hands-On Computer Science Programs
LEGO Education Computer Science & Ai Promises to Engage Kids
Bright Playful Sport Playgrounds
LEGO and Nike Reimagine Sports as Playful Learning in Shanghai
Gamified AR Footwear Fittings
Tootsie Augmented Reality Makes Shoe Shopping More Fun for Kids
Play-Based Preschool Apps
LEGO Bluey Mobile Game Makes Screen Time into Building Play for Kids
Creative Retail Competitions
Bricks & Minifigs Launches LEGO Clock Design Contest
Screen-Free Play Companions
Fabli Creates an Immersive World of Storytelling, Music and Games
AI-Powered Digital Gifting Experiences
Prezzee's Magical Moments Delight Kids, Family & Colleagues
Psychologist-Designed Educational Toys
ThinkPsych Spotlights Its Line of Therapeutic Games & Tools
Family-Friendly Tech Accessory Designs
CASETiFY x Toy Story is Whimsical and Vibrant
Preschool Coding Toys
Codie Blocks and iCode are Preparing Young Kids for an AI Future
Interactive Bedtime Apps
Lullaby Stories Lets Families Create Personalized Bedtime Tales
Voice-to-Sticker Printers
Stickerbox Supports AI-Powered, Safe, Independent, Creative Play
Screen-Free Learning Devices
The NODI Flip Offers Portable Parent-Approved Audio Learning for Kids
Decor-Friendly Developmental Toys
Playcor's Design-Forward Toys are Made to Display
Themed Snack Collectibles
Kinder Joy Evolves its Treat-And-Toy Format with Themed Collections
Kids Routine Devices
Skylight Buddy Helps Kids Own Their Day with Visual Tasks & Reminders
Kid-Friendly Smart Cameras
Dr.LookAI Supports Early Education Through Photography
Personalized Learning Activities
Kidtivity Lab Delivers Custom AI Activities for Young Minds
Interactive Educational TV Games
LeapFrog LeapMove Has a Webcam-Like Design
Youth STEM Education-Supporting Partnerships
Otis Poland, FIRST Lego League & Future Minds Partner
Interactive Toy Experiences
Spin Master Highlights Opportunities in the Toy Sector in 2026
Toy Brick Advent Calendars
LEGO Introduces All-New Advent Calendars for 2025
AI-Driven Art Toys
MOMOTOY Debuts in the Us at Toy Fair New York
Community 3D-Printed Toys
3D Printing Elves Launches Free Toy Program for Children
STEM-Driven Building Block Kits
These LEGO Education Science Kits Come in Four Options
Multi-Sensory Creative Toy Capsules
Crayola Has Announced a Range of New Creative Toys for 2026
Programmable Robot Toys
Robosen's MINI Robots Introduce a First-of-Its-Kind Smart Toy Platform
Rural Running Vacations
Airbnb and Strava are Motivating Gen Z to Book Run-Cations
Responsive Building Toys
LEGO SMART Play Integrates Technology That Reacts in Real Time
Blockchain Learning Tools
Web3 Quest Platforms Helps Founders Engage Users and Reward Learning
Interactive Educational Bug Games
'Rebug' Encourages Kids to Get Off Screens and into Nature
Predictive Digital Therapeutics
EYAS Focus is a Phone-Based Pharmacological Alternative for ADHD
Screen-Free Children's Audio Toys
Tonies Introduces Three New Products for Littles
Play-Based Family Campaigns
Pirate's Booty Encourages Screen-Free Family Adventures
Drone Coding Educational Initiatives
Robolink Partners with Texas Instruments on a New Course
Wooden Toy Lineups
Jasey's Toy Chest Debuted Its Mental Health-Focused Toy Line at Toy Fair 2026
Child Mobility Concepts
Toyota Unveils a Self-Driving Ev for Children That Challenges Conventions
Children-Focused Tech Lines
MyFirst Specializes in Technology Products for Children
Modernized Nostalgic Toys
Tin Can Offers a Novel Approach to Children's Communication
AI Learning Companions
SparkLing Creates Personalized Teaching Moments for Generation Alpha
Accessibility-Focused Financial Application Prototypes
CI&T Partners with Project Nemo
Toy Kitchen Cookbooks
Melissa & Doug Announced Three Playable Books with Penguin Young Readers
Creative Story Platforms
Imagine Tales Sparks Creativity In Kids With Safe AI Storytelling Tools
AI-Powered STEM Camp Directories
AI is Optimizing a STEM Summer Camp Directory
AI Learning Companions
SlowMo AI Teaches Kids 6-12 Safe AI Use Through Games
Child-Friendly Habit-Forming Apps
Carrot Helps Kids Build Daily Habits Through Gamified Challenges
AI Kids Coloring Pages
Retro Launches Splat To Turn Family Photos Into Art
Back-to-School AI Tools
ElevenLabs' AI Student Pack Helps Students Maximize Their Time
Athlete-Inspired LEGO Sets
LEGO Launches Collectible Football Sets with Messi and Ronaldo
Award-Winning Educational Toy Brands
Learning Resources Earns 2026 Preschool Toy of the Year Award
Hands-On Modern Educational Systems
Codie Blocks Aims to Build Foundational Thinking
Entertainment-Powered Retail Experiences
AT&T Brings Toy Story 5 to Interactive Store Activations
STEAM-Inspired Construction Toy Systems
Meekins Corp. Introduces Rail Cube to the US Market
Interactive Juice Boxes
Suntop's Mega Back to School Campaign Integrates Connected Packaging
Bingo-Style Reading Initiatives
Indigo's 2026 Reading Challenge Features a 'Phone-Free' Category
Kid-Focused Screen-Free Learning Kits
Bellybees is Expanding Beyond Baby Food into a New Category
Screen-Free Interactive Gaming
tonies and Hasbro Turn Classic Board Games Into Audio Adventures
Hands-On STEAM Activity Kits
The Electricity Lab Experience Bundle is Neurodivergent-Friendly
Digital Well-Being Updates
Tiktok Adds Mindfulness Tools and User Controls Over Ai Content
AI Technology-Focused Training Campaigns
The Raspberry Pi Foundation Emphasizes Youth Empowerment
Toy-Inspired Music-Themed Workshops
The LEGO Group Launches Its Final Creativity Workshop of 2025
Redefining Screen-Free Cameras
Camp Snap Arrives at Target as a Mindful Disconnection
Tech-Enriched Sports Equipment
The 'GOAL' Concept by Yewon Lee Encourages Physical Activity
Pizza-Branded Reading-Encouraging Apps
Pizza Hut Has Introduced Its First-Ever BOOK IT App
Creative Learning Platforms
Saga Playground Enables Kids To Create Stories With AI Tools
Beauty Kiosk Playsets
Melissa & Doug's New Sort, Stock, Select Toy Explores Skincare & Makeup
Screen-Free Wooden Car Toys
Qubs' RasKars Feature Hidden Tech That Drives Vehicles Autonomously
Hybrid STEM Activity Kits
Brainstorm's Science Activity Kits Pair Hands-On Play & Online Tutorials
Kids-Focused Space-Themed Collaborations
Crayola Interprets McDonald's Happy Meal
Educational STEM-Focused Toys
hand2mind Launches Exclusive Back-To-School Collection at Target
App Developer Academies
Apple and Michigan State Expand the Developer Academy iOS Training Program
Screen-Free Audio Toys
Qubitunes Helps Kids Create Their Own Audio Adventures
Voice-Based Adventure Games
Dora Star Explorer Features Motion-Based, Microphone-Enabled Play
Insightful Development Apps
KidHub Gives Parents a Look at Predictors of a Child's Success
Simplicity-Focused Back-To-School Campaigns
Staples Wants to Simplify Back-To-School Shopping
Tech-Driven Building Toys
LEGO Introduced Its New Smart Play Platform with Enhanced Technology
Child-Focused Handheld Games
The Game Boy-Inspired Kids Device is an Alternative to Tablets
Screen-Free Toy Collections
Luki Lab Spotlights Six Products at the New York Toy Fair 2026
Kids Allowance Apps
Bomad Turns Allowance Tracking Into A Simple Virtual Piggy Bank For Kids
Bright Screen-Free Kids Phones
The Tin Can Phone Brings Back Voice-Only Calling for Children
Youth-Led Holiday Campaigns
Where are You Going? Showcases a Global Portrait of Young Creators
Youth-Focused Financial Education Platforms
Spendsafe is Targeting Youth Aged Six to Eighteen
Screen-Free Interactive Toys
LEGO Pokémon Uses SMART Play Technology for Hands-On Fun
Youth-Focused Technology Programing
COMPUCHILD is Inspired by the NASA Space Apps Challenge
Tech-Forward Teen Furniture
Rooms To Go Kids' Cloud9 Collection Features Smart, Modular Pieces
AI-Powered Santa Toys
HeySanta Brings Artificial Intelligence into the Magic of Christmas
Modular STEM Displays
LEGO Celebrates the Evolution of STEM with an Architectural Set
Seasonally Themed Magnetic Toys
MAGNA-TILES Introduces New Thematic Toys at Toy Fair 2026
Mental Health Toy Curations
Timeless Toys' D.O.S.E of Play Helps Kids Manage Stress & Anxiety
AI Merit Badges
Scouts Can Now Earn a Merit Badge By Learning About the Uses and Ethics of AI
Tactile Learning Board Games
Toddler Plus Teaches Sequencing Through Sliding Peg Movement
Hybrid Educational Toy Designs
Fisher-Price Partners with Big Little Feelings
Skill-Building Play Kits
The Helper Play Kit Supports Independent Play Based on Life Skills
Educational STEM Franchise Expansions
Code Ninjas Opened a New Location in Vaughan
Kids Drawing Apps
Kids Coloring Drawing Book App Offers Interactive Learning And Creativity
AI Storytelling Tools
Stories for Children Creates Custom AI-Generated Bedtime Stories
Interactive Themed Educational Boxes
Enlightened Generation’s Themed Boxes Serve Children
Vibrant Creativity Campaigns
Crayola Debuts its 'Creative Acts of Color' Initiative
Financial Learning Platforms
Cash Critters Introduces Kids To Core Money Skills Through Play
Real-Circuit Board Games
Reactor Rescue Uses Functional Electronics in Gameplay
Parental AI Insights Features
Meta Launches Its Insights Tab For Meta AI
Therapy Gamification Apps
Speech Play App By IdeaBrowser Turns Practice Into Play
Collectible Mini Cameras
The Photo Creator Mini Cam Lets Kids Snap Photos Without a Phone
Interactive Story Platforms
Storytelling App Offers AI-Powered Stories To Engage And Support Kids
Music-Based Learning Tools
Music 2 Math Combines Music And Math To Boost Children’s Learning
Growth-Focused Baby Care Brands
GROWNSY Announces Its New Philosophy — Space to Grow
Educational AI Companions
Mr. Nimi Introduces Safe AI-Driven Learning Companions For Children
Proactive Child Safety Platforms
Apple Unifies Parental Controls and Content Protections
Kids Finance Apps
FoxFund Teaches Children Saving, Budgeting, And Smart Spending Skills
IP-Based Kids Games
Netflix Turns Shows into Play Experiences
Telemetric Narrative EdTech
Nimori Tales Tracks Effort-Based Behavior to Power AI Storytelling
Toy Trading Platforms
Toy Trader App Lets Families Trade Toys, Clothes, and Gear Without Cash
Media Literacy Programs
YouTube x Institute for Strategic Dialogue Launched 'Be Internet Citizens'
Interactive Learning Games
FamilyFunHub Makes Learning Engaging With Free Educational Games
Kid-Friendly Recipe Campaigns
Aldi Created a Series of Dishes with a 4-Year-Old TikTok Chef
Music-Driven Coding Lessons
Amazon Launches the Inclusive Your Voice is Power Program
Toddler Off-Screen Audio
Ms Rachel Tonie Offers Screen‑free Sing‑along Learning for Toddlers
Creativity-Focused Global Ambassador Programs
Crayola Creativity Week Begins with an Announcement
Skill Development-Focused Grants
The Home Depot Foundation Debuts Path to Pro Education Grants
Educational Story Tools
Social Story Templates Create Personalized Stories For SEN Children
Positive Screen Management Tools
ScreenTreat Turns Screen Time Into Motivation & Productive Habits
Youth Sport Programming Schedules
TAC Sports' Planned Activities Run from September to December
Encouraging Plush Companions
Slumberkins' Let's Grow Summer Series Encourages a Growth Mindset
Curated Film Selections
The Planet Classroom Network Debuts Nine Short Films in October
Interactive Holiday Games
Easter Quest 2025 Creates Digital Scavenger Hunts For Families
Educational Cooking Partnerships
HelloFresh and Scouts Partnered to Support Cooking Skills
Children's Development Platforms
Social Tales Creates Custom Stories To Support Emotional Learning
Interactive Learning Quizzes
Online Quiz Helps Class 2 Students Reinforce Skills & Track Progress
Streaming-Inspired Toy Lines
Moose Toys Expands Netflix Stories Into Toy Collections
Learning Discovery Apps
Kinder Turns Swipe-Based Play Into Interactive Learning Experiences
Physical Coding Blocks
Codee Uses Tangible Blocks to Teach Coding Concepts at the Makers’ Bench
Education Learning Tools
Instant Math Cards Brings Fast-Paced Practice To Early Math Learning
Daily Wellness Apps
Mindory App Provides Daily Support For Autistic And ADHD Individuals
Preschool Learning Platforms
Effling Kids Makes Early Learning Interactive, Digital, And Paperless
Kids Coloring Apps
Relax & Draw Coloring Book Brings Creative Drawing And Mini Games For Kids
Children’s Story Platforms
TheKidsStory.com Offers Engaging Stories & Educational Content For Kids