The hottest toy this year, hands-down, were Webkinz. To end a splendid year with a bang, Ganz launched a special Reindeer Webkin for kids wanting to bring a little holiday cheer into their virtual tween world.
The plush reindeer is not only adorable as a festive stuffed animal, but it comes to life when its unique code is plugged into the Webkinz site. Just in time for the holidays, it's on sale, now retailing at Chapters/Indigo for $11.99. Another Christmasy alternative is the Penguin. If you've already got a pet, dress it up in the Webkinz Santa Suit!
Holiday Webkinz
Reindeer, Penguin & Santa Suit
Trend Themes
1. Virtual Toys - There is an opportunity for companies to create more virtual toys like Webkinz to cater to tech-savvy children.
2. Holiday-themed Products - Companies can create more holiday-themed products like the Webkinz reindeer to capitalize on the festive season.
3. Interactive Toys - There is a need for more toys that have unique codes and are interactive like the Webkinz plush reindeer.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Industry - The Toy Industry can leverage technology and design more interactive toys to appeal to the younger demographic.
2. E-commerce Industry - E-commerce platforms like Chapters/Indigo can showcase more holiday-themed products during the festive season.
3. Technology Industry - The technology industry can invest in developing more online platforms for interactive toys like Webkinz that cater to digital natives.