Wednesday, November 14, 2007

Fun "Kiddy" Facts

I realize that "Kiddy" makes me sound old, but the following bits of info ain't talking 'bout my generation. It's my kids generation:


Volume 1 Issue 10
November 14, 2007

1.

This holiday season, teens and college students plan to spend an average $266 on gifts for family members, $210 on gifts for friends and significant others, and $158 on gifts for themselves, according to research and consulting firm Youth Trends.

2.

Boys are the intended recipient for 58% of electronic toy purchases, say the Consumer Electronics Association and the Toy Industry Association.


3.

A teenage babysitter in New York City charges an average $14.84 per hour, reports the Wall Street Journal. Sitters in Dallas, TX average $7.33 an hour, Washington, DC $9, Chicago $8.67, and Los Angeles $8.64.

4.

46% of parents read to their children less often than their own parents read to them, according to Kelton Research.

5.

28.5% of all videogames are rated T for Teen, notes NPD Group.


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