# Festive Memory-Making Toys Slumberkins' Yeti to Shine Helps Kids Embrace New Holiday Traditions By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2024-11-08 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yeti-to-shine References: [slumberkins](https://slumberkins.com/collections/new-arrivals/products/yeti-to-shine-kit?variant=43434608066698)  Yeti to Shine is one of the newest toys from [Slumberkins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slumberkins) created to support emotional well-being, and Yeti is a festive character created to help families embrace new holiday traditions. Tradition can be a grounding force, offering comfort and a sense of belonging, yet life sometimes offers a nudge toward new rituals that reflect growth and change. This spirit inspired the creation of a toy designed to help kids welcome novelty with excitement, teaching them that fresh experiences can become beloved traditions of their own. Yeti shares Star Tokens that can be placed in the pocket of the included Shine Bright Star after inspiring a fun activity to inspire fun, togetherness and fond memories. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 31% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Tradition-revamping Toys:** Innovative toys like Yeti to Shine transform how families create and sustain new traditions. - **Emotionally Supportive Playthings:** Playthings designed to bolster emotional well-being resonate with families seeking holistic development for their children. - **Interactive Festive Characters:** Festive characters that involve children in activities encourage engagement and create memorable experiences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Toys and Games:** The integration of emotional support elements into toys creates a niche within the traditional toy market. - **Family Wellness:** Products that focus on family bonding and well-being are gaining traction as parents prioritize holistic growth. - **Holiday Merchandise:** Innovative holiday-themed products that promote new traditions open up fresh avenues in seasonal markets. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Educational Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slumberkins.md) - [Interactive Holiday Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bearlieve-bear.md) - [Good-Natured Mischief Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vlad-frank-midnight-mischief.md) - [Emotional Reconnection Plushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/repair-bear.md) - [At-Home Emotion Toolkits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creatures-full-of-feelings-parenting-toolkit.md) - [Multi-Sensory Play Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meditate.md) - [Emotional Exploration Plushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emotional-baggage-by-solobo-toys.md) - [Emotional Well-Being Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartfuls.md) - [Self-Esteem Promoting Plushies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bigfoot-kin.md)