By focusing on more traditional play activities such as coloring, dress up and do-it-yourself projects, this collection of November 2014 youth ideas attempts to steer children and teens away from technology in order to get them working with their hands more. Of course, the social aspect of these activities also play a huge role. It is easy to be solo these days as fun video games and mobile apps continue to launch regularly.
Yet this collection of November 2014 youth ideas round out such digital pastimes in refreshingly nostalgic ways. Both parents and their children will get a kick out of these concepts. In one simple case, an Etsy seller has designer creative crayon characters to play and draw with. In another, a couch is easily converted into a fort.
Top 45 Youth Ideas in November
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Whimsical Outdoor Playhouses
This Playhouse for Kids Takes the Shape of a Giant Dollhouse
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Interactive Jack-O-Lanterns
This DIY Halloween Pumpkin Kit Lights Up with Sound
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Versatile Kids Furniture
Dot and Cross' Designs Grow as Children Grow in a Beautiful Way
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Suntan Heart Sandals
Abi Smithson's Cute Summer Sandal Design Makes Tan Lines Attractive
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Crayon-Embedded Consoles
The Phant Chair Incorporates Spaces for Kids to Stash Colored Pencils
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Creative Cooking Games
This Food Game Teaches Kids How to Prep Real World Meals
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Carnival Ice Cream Containers
Frozen Fun is a Whimsical Ice Cream Packaging Concept
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Outdoor Children Photography
Adrian Murray Captures His Sons in Whimsical Scenarios
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Gamified Social Networks
The 'Let' Social Network Challenges Users to Post Their Best Content
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Pop-Up Paper Toys
These Fun Foldable Paper Toys Can Be Customized with Color
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Diabetes-Teaching Teddies
This Educational Teddy Bear Shows Kids How To Monitor Their Disease
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Educational Plush Toys
Prismland Encourages Children to Learn About 3D Shapes and Geometry
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Customized Coloring Books
Instructables User PenfoldPlant Teaches People How to Make Their Own
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Couture Kids Shoes
Petit Shoes Offer Style and Class Without Sacrificing Functionality
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Creepy Ice Pop Packaging
Zombis Are Fun Freezer Pops Where You Eat the 'Brain' Inside
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Narrative-Encouraging Book Readers
This Storytelling App for Kids Exercises Their Imaginations
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Melancholic Longing Photos
The 'Saudade' Photo Series Captures Youthfully Melancholic Reflections
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Halloween Coloring Projects
The Haunted Haus by Moses Knows is a Three-Dimensional Activity
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Witty Children's Books
The 'Little World of Liz Climo' is a Clever Compilation of Tumblr Comics
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Sci-Fi Coding Games
BBC's Doctor and the Dalek Has Doctor Who Teach Kids to Code
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Educational Coloring Books
Aaron Meshon's Activities Teach Kids About Planes, Cars and Robots
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Preventative Prescription PSAs
This Commercial Raises Awareness About Violence Against Children
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Personalized Princess Coloring Books
Chronicle Books Allows Parents to Customize Using Kids' Names
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Child-Tracking Wristbands
Lineable is a Smart Child Tracker Device That Makes Use of Beacon Tech
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Interactive Nutritional Initiatives
Super Sprowtz Revolutionizes Nutritional Learning
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Wooden Coloring Books
A Little Book Lacking Color by Dylan Arceneaux is a Stylish Kids Activity
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Crowdfunded Photography-Based Coloring
This Photograph Coloring Book Uses a Photographer's Work
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Coloring Book Cases
The Frozen Take-Along Coloring Tote Inspires Creativity On-the-Go
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Non-Normative Gender Apps
The Pink Tints of Blue App Teaches Kids that Gender is Flexible
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Paper Plane-Spewing Guns
The Paper Airplane Machine Gun Folds & Shoots Paper Airplanes
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Candy Banking Boxes
Ahli United Bank's Creative Candy Box Gets Kids Excited About Banking
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Educational Halloween Apps
This Halloween Mobile App Improves Kids' Vocabulary & Listening Skills
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3D Printing Camps
The Pixel Academy Teaches 3D Printing for Kids
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Live Word Game Ads
Mattel's Creative Advertising Stunt Stages Pictionary Through a Poster
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Travel Coloring Wallets
BabeeandMe's Coloring Toy Wallet Helps Kids Create on the Go
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3D-Printed Medical Braces
Andiamo Looks to Revolutionize the Way Kids Are Fitted with Orthotics
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LED Tree Swings
German Gonzalez Garrido's Design Puts on a Beautiful Nighttime Light Show
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Hair-Raising Cancer Ads
The Swedish Childhood Cancer Foundation Shares a Hair-Raising Message
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Jack-O-Lantern Pizzas
Papa Murphy's Halloween Pizza is a Cheesy, Festive Treat
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Vocal Halloween Apps
Sainsbury's Voice-Changing App Lets Kids Take Costumes to a New Level
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Frightening Friendship Ads
Skittles' Halloween Candy Ad Tells an Unusual Tale of Friendship
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Month-Long Girl Costumes
Willow Celebrates Halloween By Dressing Up All October
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Playful Scare Apps
Toca Boo is a Game for Kids That's Filled with Tricks and Treats
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Immersive Multi-Screen Games
This Multi-Screen Game Will Transform Early Education
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Group Coloring Games
Chroma Cubes Challenges You to Be Quick & Creative
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Doll-Inspired Movie Launches
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Kid-Powered Imagination Campaigns
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Plastic Waste Ice Creams
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DIY Pretzel Cabins
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Minimalist Play Furniture
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Witty Toy-Brand Horror Posters
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Instant Noodle Advent Calendars
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Cookie-Inspired Cosmetics
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Mental-Health Awareness QSR Packaging
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Youth Beauty Boutiques
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Eco-Friendly Bath Essentials
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Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
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Creative Play Pop-Ups
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Ice Cream Sandwich Pop-Ups
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Kids' Interactive Sensory Toys
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Handheld Gaming Console Concepts
Alex Casabo Designs the Playfusion Console Concept
Pizza-Themed Nail Art Kits
Domino's and Olive & June Dropped the Emergency Pizza Mani Kit
Fall-Inspired Home Cleaning Collections
Grove Co. Debuts Its Limited-Edition Traditions Aglow Line
Collectible Coloring Dolls
L.O.L Surprise! Loves Crayola Celebrates Creativity and Expression
Gen Z Crafting Events
Red Heart Hosted an Exclusive "Crafternoon" in NYC
Crowdfunded Circular Childrens Toys
Tiny Earth Toys is Launching a Kickstarter for 'Tiny Spaces'
Nostalgic LEGO Roller Skates
The LEGO® Creator 3-in-1 Girls Retro Roller Skate is Playful
Iconic Character-Inspired Campaigns
Etsy's Christmas Ad Celebrates Personalized Gifting
Elf-Themed Baked Product Lines
Pillsbury’s Funfetti Debuts Products for the 2024 Holiday Season
Travel-Inspired Toy Catalogs
The Tennessee Playcation Catalog Shares the Joy of Travel
Runway-Inspired Fashion Dolls
New York Fashion Week Designs Inspire the L.U.V. Fashion Doll Styles
Family-Friendly Interactive Museums
LEGO's Superpower Studios is Devoted to Hands-On Play
Kid-Friendly Beauty Events
Beauty Explorer Day Sparks Kids' Interest in the Beauty Industry
Beaded Ice Cream Cups
Mini Melts' New Look Highlights Fun Frozen Novelties
Inspiring Multi-Shop Pop-Ups
Pinterest's Possibility Place Immerses Guests in Inspiration
Multisensory Toy Boxes
The Janod Boxes Stimulate Sight, Touch, Hearing and More
Gen Alpha Fitness Influencers
ASICS' Little Reminders Inspires Adults to Make Movement Joyful
Creativity Time Capsules
Crayola's Campaign for Creativity Reunites Adults with Childhood Art
Cowboy-Themed Dairy Pop-Ups
MilkUP will Host a County Fair Pop-Up in Toronto
Child-Friendly Camera Concepts
The Camera for Kids Concept Reimagines the Digital Camera
Origami-Inspired Lit Table Concepts
Sonakshi Gupta Designs the Dynamic LightUP Concept
Playful AI Tools
Morrama Releases Concept Collection of AI Tools for Children's Mental Health
90s Toy-Themed Fashion
The Cakeworthy x Furby Collection Pays Tribute to a 90s Sensation
Festive Feast Ice Creams
Salt & Straw Added New Thanksgiving-Themed Ice Creams to Its Lineup
Adult-Targeted Plush Toys
Build-A-Bear After Dark Shares Gifts & Collectibles for "Kidults"
Kids' Entertainment Initiatives
Yoto x CF Shopping Centers will Offer Summer Programming for Kids
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Phones
The Samsung Young Entertainer Nods to Earlier Eras
Sustainability-Oriented Kids Toys
Learning Resources Unveils a New Sustainable Toy Capsule
Upcycled Circular Design Products
Cyrc Designs Expansive Products with Sustainable Themes
Nostalgic Cosmetic Cases
Caboodles x Taste Beauty x Hershey's Collaborated on a Beauty Organizer
DIY Candy Jewelry Kits
Cricket's Candy Creations Boasts the Candy Jewelry Craft Kit
Phygital Fairy Toys
The HOLOBRITE Pixie Lantern Mixes Physical and Digital Play
Toy-Themed Ice Creams
These Two New Turkey Hill Ice Creams Come in Two Flavors
Gen Alpha Creativity Workshops
The LEGO Group Launched Free Creativity Workshops for Ages 6-12
Children-Catered Luxe Festive Collections
The New Louis Vuitton Holiday Capsule is Made for Kids
Tape Crafting Kits
Curious Universe's Nano Tape Magic Kits Create Fun Crafts for Kids
Lengthy Halloween-Inspired Events
Michaels Has Launched Its 100 Days to Halloween Campaign
Temporary Oral Tattoos
Pop On Bling Adds Sparkle to Smiles with Dozens of Designs
Snackable Back-to-School Lunches
Little Spoon's Lunchers are Nutritious Meals for Big Kids
Cookie Tin Beauty Palettes
Kara Beauty's Creative Beauty Palette is Styled Like a Sewing Kit
Buildable Paper Playsets
Playper's Curious Kingdom: Castle Playset Encourages Creativity
Squishing Jellybean-Scented Toys
Jelly Belly Squishi Toys Come in 12 Different Scents
Book-Themed Collectibles
Booksy's Tiny Books & Figures Inspire a Love of Reading in Kids
Turntable-Inspired Palettes
SHEGLAM's Vinyl Pop Color Palette is Made for Mixing and Matching
Upcycled Ice Cream Desserts
Salt & Straw's Pints of the Month Help to Reduce Food Waste
Spooky Slider Packaging
White Castle Unleashed Limited-Edition Halloween Retail Packaging
Family-Focused Learning Toys
Chick-fil-A Debuts a Family Game Brand to Inspire Family Playtime
Forward-Thinking Wedding Pop-Ups
Anthropologie Weddings x Pinterest Shares Emerging Styles
Spooky Pastel-Hued Halloween Decor
Michaels Sweet & Spooky Halloween Decor Collection is Playful
Dream-Centric Toy Guides
The LEGO Group Calls Attention to Its Dream Crafting Concept
Retro Family Photoshoots
Blue Bunny is Inviting Families to Pop-Up 90s-Themed Photoshoots
Social Media Fridge-Decorating Trends
Lynzi Judish Released Several Viral 'Fridgescaping' Videos
Colorful Kid's Toy Lines
Battat and Walmart Introduce a Line of Preschool and Pretend Play Toys
Edible Pastry Holiday Homes
Pop-Tarts & Tiffany Pratt Made Designs Inspired by Canadian Dwellings
Colorful Kitchen Pop-Ups
Primal Kitchen Partners with Pintrest for a Special Initiative
Playful Interactive Galleries
PLAY by American Express Platinum Reimagines Toys as Art Pieces
Discarded Toys-Created Homes
Wallmakers Designs the Toy Storey Home with Repurposed Toys
Weekend Excursion City Vehicles
The Playbox Urban Mobility Vehicle is Imagined for 2040
Emotional Well-Being Dolls
Kid Kreations' Heartfuls Support Self-Belief and Resilience in Children
Kid-Friendly Digital Coloring
PalettePlay.art Has Customizable Coloring Book Templates
90s Toy Holiday Trees
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Themed Party Generators
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Toy-Specific Storage Systems
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Kid Entrepreneur Carts
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Cognitive Toy Subscriptions
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Play-Inspired Global Holiday Campaigns
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Cartoon-Adorned Parenting Bags
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Early Decorating Campaigns
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Life-Size In-Store Countdowns
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Festive Memory-Making Toys
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Youth-Focused Architectural Toys
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Good-Natured Mischief Toys
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Sustainable Seasonal Chocolate Treats
PLAYin CHOC Christmas ToyChoc Boxes are Eco-Friendly
Kid-Friendly Customizable Bags
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Play-Inspiring Workshops
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Miniature Collectible Campaigns
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Mess-Free Eco Craft Kits
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Magnetic Hand-Holding Socks
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Allergy-Friendly Retailer Campaigns
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Customizable Color-In Sleepwear
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Creativity-Celebrating Week-Long Campaigns
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Makeup-Focused Toy Dolls
MGA Entertainment Introduces the DIY-Informed Yummiland Doll Collection
Paper Sampling Containers
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Sticker Fashion Dolls
Decora Girlz Merge Creative Style Expression and Sticker Play
Youth Movement Competitions
The PLEZi Absurdly Good Games Encourages Summer Activity
Digital Experience Gifting
Memory Crate Lets Users Gift Coupons, Experiences, or Acts of Service
Bean-Shaped Vibrant Chalks
Areaware Presents the Colorful New Bean Chalks for Imaginative Drawing
Children's Wearable Blankets
Super Blanky Encourages Adventure and Positivity
Personalized Bed Time Reading
BlissFable Lets Kids Be the Protagonists of Their Own Stories
Mid-Century-Inspired Paper House Ornaments
West Elm Presents a Series of Paper Christmas Ornaments
Family-Friendly Survival Games
Lego Debuts a New Fortnite Survival Crafting Game
Low-Cost Holiday Retailer Guides
The Dollar General Holiday Toy Guide Has Options Under $20
Interactive AR Galleries
Chips Ahoy's Happy By Design Campaign Spotlights Multicultural Artists
Personalized Child Education Apps
Sandbox Group Launches the PlayKids+ Application for Ages 2-12
Jelly Bean-Inspired Toy Collections
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AI Kid's Coloring Tools
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Customizable Pen Kits
Clementoni's Pen Creator Studio Helps Kids Create Their Own Pens
Life-Sized Toy Construction Sets
The Funphix' 'Standard' is an Educational Outdoor Playset
DIY Nail Art Printers
Preemadonna's DIY Nailbot Kit Gets Girls Interested in STEM
Holiday Film Cookie Kits
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Festive Eco-Friendly Apparel
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Christmas-Inspired Summer Campaigns
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Autumnal Thanksgiving Donut Ranges
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Nostalgic School Supplies
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Parental Gift Generators
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AI Birthday Party Invites
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Curated Autumnal Retailer Collections
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Beginner Artistic Inspiration
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Mobile Dorm-Designing Features
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Imaginative Pared-Back Art Supplies
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Dainty Children's Holiday Capsules
Janie and Jack Unveil a New Collection with American Girl
Youth-Oriented Arts Camps
QNB is Set to Unveil an Eco-Friendly Arts Camp for Kids 4-14
Early Childhood Independence Straps
EaZyHold Grip Support Develops Engagement for Children
Personalized Bedtime Story Generators
Bumble Stories Creates Bedtime Stories Featuring Your Child