Three Deadly Venoms: Today's Five Facts About Youth Markets

December 16, 2009 | Three Deadly Venoms Blog

-The average child has 150 toys, says Simplicity Parenting author Kim John Payne.

-29% of 8-15 year olds have purchased clothing they saw a TV character wearing, according to Pangea Media and Y-Pulse.

-48% of teens aged 12-17 have been a passenger while a driver has texted behind the wheel, reports the Pew Research Center's Internet Project.

-60% of women first colored their hair as teenagers, says Allure magazine.

-44% of tween girls admit their body/shape is the top thing they would like to change about themselves, finds AllyKatzz.