Toys can entertain, distract and educate and this list of April 2018 toy innovations include the numerous ways in which toys are being created and marketed to appeal to children and adults alike.
While most aspects of daily life seem to have received tech-infused makeovers, toys remain largely technology-free and serve as a screen-less means of entertainment for children that parents can feel good about. Examples of this include 'Orb Molecules' which present a child with endless combinations of fun designs, or 'PlushCraft' which puts a customizable DIY twist on the classic stuffed toy.
Other notable innovations leverage the playful nature of toys to encourage children to learn something new. KD Group's 'My Loopy' perfectly exemplifies this, as the kid-friendly AI bot encourages young ones to pursue STEAM fields from a young age. Meanwhile, a company called 'STEMtrunk' has launched a toy rental service from which parents can rent numerous educational and STEM-related toys for their children.
Top 65 Toy Ideas in April
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Kid-Friendly Balance Toys
Rocksteady Creates Toys to Help Kids Grow and Learn
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Squishy Poop-Themed Toys
'Sticky the Poo' from Hog Wild is a Seriously Gross Toy for Kids
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Gold-Plated Desktop Toys
The 'Halospheres' Spin at 3,600RPM and Create a Soothing Experience
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DIY Cardboard Tool Kits
The Makedo Cardboard Construction Toolset Enables Creativity
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Tangled Sensory Toys
Tangle Creations' Tangle Jr. Hairy is an Interactive Fidget Cube Alternative
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Family-Friendly AR Apps
The EVOKE App Brings Real-World Art to Life Through Mobile Screens
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Soaking Watermelon Toys
Yulu's 'Watermelon Smash' Turns Cooling Off with Water into a Fun Game
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Modern Puzzle Block Toys
PAP YAY is a Colorful and Design-forward 10-piece Block Toy
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Modular Wooden Animals
FableWood Toys are Meant to Support Creativity and Free Expression
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Floating Fidget Spinner Holders
The Fidget Spinner Hover Platform Turns the Toy into an Art Piece
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Furniture Puzzle Toys
Tactic Games' Mini Home Sets Combine Design with Building Challenges
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Car-Themed Lifestyle Collections
BMW Created a MINI Lifestyle Collection for Kids
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Geometric Wooden Rocking Animals
CAVALCADE Transforms Single Pieces of Wood into Fun Toys
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Mexican Artist Doll Collectibles
The 'FRIDIS' Art Toy Collection is 3D-Printed and Handpainted
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App-Inspired Worm Toys
These Bonkers Toys Collectibles Offer a Tangible Version of Slither.io
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Elegantly Designed Nutcrackers
The Torq Nutcracker is a Useful Tool with Stunning Aesthetics
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Moon-Inspired Stress Balls
Makiko Yoshida Creates a Series of Stress Relief Toys
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Interactive Erupting Toys
Skyrocket's 'Grumblies' Can Be Calmed Down or Provoked
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Multifunctional Baby Food Feeders
Naturebond's Unique Accessories are Both Functional and Playful
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Interactive Fleece Toys
The Werzid Toy Collection is Ambiguous to Encourage Imaginative Play
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Toy-Inspired Toothbrushes
These Children's Toothbrushes by Studio HSNDGR are Rubberized
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Pickle Jar Plush Toys
Etsy's plushoff Shop Offers a Range of Food-Inspired Toy Items
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Bath-Friendly Grooming Toys
Moose Toys' Scruff-a-Luvs Begin as Matted Balls to Be Washed
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Educational Toy Rental Services
'STEMtrunk' Lets Parents Rent New STEM Toys for Their Young Ones
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Precise Miniature Cross Bows
The Bowman by Uncommon Carry Has a Sharp Handmade Design
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Disney-Themed Bear Figurines
Medicom Released New Mickey and Minnie Bearbrick Collectibles
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Collectible Stuffed Toy Playsets
Soft'n Slo Squishies are Collectible Toys with Varying Designs
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Inflatable Shoulder Bags
Mary Katrantzou Created Two Whimsical Aquatic-Themed Purses for Spring
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Rescue Animal Toys
‘Rescue Runts’ Inspire Kids to Care for Pets in Need of Love
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Sci-Fi Movie LEGO Collections
LEGO's New 230-Piece Tron: Legacy Kit is Based on a Fan-Made Idea
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Easter-Themed Plush Toys
Build-A-Bear's New Range of Bunny Plush Toys is Perfect for Easter
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Shape-Shifting Plush Toys
Morph Toy Gets Fluffier the More You Play with It
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Canned Travel Games
'Game Night in a Can' is Launching 'Dr. Biscuits’ Radical Road Trip'
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Comic Strip-Inspired Bear Toys
Medicom Toy Released This Eerie-Looking Charlie Brown Bearbrick
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Ice Cream-Inspired Molding Toys
Play Visions' Color-Changing Floof Inspires a Sensory Experience
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Sushi-Building Children's Toys
Toyella Created a Skill-Developing Sushi Maki Puzzle Game for Kids
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Pastry-Making Presses
Skyrocket's 'Mini Tarts Pastry Set' Creates Edible, Customizable Treats
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Kid-Friendly Cooking Sets
The MasterChef Junior Cooking Essentials Set Includes Three Recipe Cards
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Collectible Gross-Out Toys
Jakks Pacific's Squish-Dee-Lish Wacky Series is Packed in Mystery Bags
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Floral-Accented Bear Figurines
BE@RBRICK Worked Mika Ninagawa on the YOSAKURA Collection
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Squishy Food-Themed Collectibles
'Smooshy Mushy' is a New Line of Scented, Slow-Rise Pets
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Dog-Inspired Collectible Sculptures
Steven Harrington Celebrates the Year of the Dog
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Squishy Plush Toy Expansions
Squishmallows Have Expanded to Offer a Line of Tiny Collectibles
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Educational Sculpting Games
Sculptapalooza Challenges Players to Make Foam Masterpieces
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Green Phosphorescent Putties
This INWISH Glowing Putty is Apt for Kid and Adult Use
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Social STEM Robots
KD Group's 'My Loopy' Uses AI and Sensors to Interact with Kids
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DIY Fabric Plush Toys
PlushCraft Lets Kids Create Their Own Fabric-Based Friends
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Child Influencer-Created Toys
Bonkers Toys Launched Ryan's World with YouTube's Ryan's ToysReview
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Huggable Monkey Toys
WowWee's Interactive Fingerlings Hugs Plush Toys Have Extra-Long Arms
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Squishy Onion-Scented Toys
This Onion Squishy Toy Relieves Stress and Releases Scents
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Women-Celebrating Dolls
Mattel's Inspiring Women Series of Barbie Dolls Was Made for Women's Day
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Sushi-Themed Chalk Sets
Twee's Limited-Edition 'Sushi Sidewalk Chalk' Mimics Hand-Made Rolls
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Atom-Imitating Building Toys
Orb Molecules Bond Together for Endless Toy Creation Possibilities
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Heroic Kids Games
Cyberhero League Toys and Games Help Kids to Make Real Global Change
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Googly-Eyed Color-Shifting Putties
'Putty Peeps' Change Color Based on Their Temperature
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Dessert-Themed Disney Toys
Imperial Toys' D-Lectables are Character-Inspired Confections
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Animal Toy Fashion Shows
Sylvanian Families Created a Tiny Runway to Show Off 40 Couture Outfits
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Bioplastic Toy Bricks
LEGO is Launching a Range of Sugar Cane-Based Building Blocks
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Candy-Flavored Bubbles
This Candylicious Bubbles Toy Set Includes a Solution That Can Be Eaten
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Tiny House Toys
The Kidkraft 'Teeny House Dollhouse' Sits on a Trailer Bed for On-the-Go Play
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Superhero-Inspired Dart Toys
Nerf's New Line of Blasters are Avengers: Infinity War-Themed
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Craft-Based Adventure Games
'Boxitale' is an App-Connected Crafting Game Driven by a Story
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Shattering Sports Toys
Zuru's 'Smashers' Come in Containers to Be Destroyed and Rebuilt
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Sculpting Clay Stepping Games
Hasbro's 'Don't Step In It' Has Players Avoid a Squishy Compound
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Scented Pumpkin Squeeze Toys
The Kiibru Squishy Pumpkin is Creme-Scented and Slow-Rising
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Meal-Accompanied Adorable Toys
McDonald's Japan Unveils New Functional Sanrio Happy Meal Toys
Multi-Generational Anime Plushes
The Newest Build-A-Bear Sanrio Characters Captivate All Ages
Kid-Friendly 3D Printers
The Kidoodle MiniBox A1 Bolsters Creativity & STEM Learning
Handheld K-Beauty Devices
APR Corp. is Bringing Advanced K-Beauty Tech to CES 2024
Pump-Up Plush Toys
Little Biggies' Patented Pump Packaging Provides a Unique Unboxing Experience
Playful Cosmic Displays
The LEGO Group's Unidentified Playing Objects Speak to Curious Gen Alpha
AI-Enhanced Sustainable Furniture
Philippe Starck and Kartell Join on the A.I. Collection
AI-Generated Real-World Transformations
AI-Artist Who Gives a Unique Design to Real Objects
Interactive Pixel Plushies
Eolo Toys' Pixel Hugs are Cuddly Plushes Enhanced with Tech Features
Adorable AI Conversational Toys
FoloToys Use AI To Offer Love, Entertainment, and Learning
Talkative AI Toys
Bubblepal is a World-First Interactive Talking Toy Based on AIGC Technology
Doll-Inspired Movie Launches
Mattel Plans to Release More Movies Following 'Barbie's' Success
Kid-Powered Imagination Campaigns
Lunchables' A.I. vs K.I. Proves Kids' Limitless Creativity
Squishy Digital Pets
Punirunes Combine Virtual Pet Care with Tactile Play
AI-Powered Fashion Stylists
Style Bot Lets Users Try on Clothes from an AI Virtual Closet
Imaginative Soft Toys
Blabla's Little Monster Soft Toys Promote Listening, Curiosity and Dreams
Educational Climate Change Toys
The 'Habitat' Educational Toy Brick Sets Come in Two Options
Gen Alpha Barbie Launches
Barbie Announces New Doll Lineup Targeted Towards Older Fans
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
Novel AI-Generated Product Designs
Arcade Introduced a Transformative AI Product Creation Platform
Innovative Toy Creations
Fun In Motion Toys Launches TECTI, a Kinetic Building System Toy
Interactive Early Education Toys
Tokidos PlayCubes Have a Screen-Free Design
GenAI Storybook Illustrators
Storybooks Turns Kids' Beloved Toys into Main Characters
Electronic Plush Toys
The Furblet Mini Toys Have Over 45 Fun Tunes, Sounds, and Furbish Phrases
Introductory STEM Toy Sets
The Zig & Go from Djeco Combines Music and Forces in an Educational Toy
Next-Gen Hatching Toys
Spin Master is Reinventing Hatchimals with a Reimagined Egg
Tech-Driven Sexual Wellness
Experience the Future of Intimacy
Kid-Envisioned Urban Environments
The Little Big Playmat Takes a Creative Path to Design Problems
Kids' Interactive Sensory Toys
Storypods Debuts Interactive and Multisensory Toys
Nature-Inspired Pet Toys
A Team of Designers Create the Unique Triangle Toy for Pets
Virtual Pet Gaming Devices
Tamagotchi Unveils Three New Devices with Unique Finishes
AI-Enhanced STEM Toys
The Kidx Classbox Fuses Montessori Methods with NFC Tech & AI
AI-Powered Plushies
Curio and Grimes are Collaborating on Artificial Intelligence Toys
Crowdfunded Circular Childrens Toys
Tiny Earth Toys is Launching a Kickstarter for 'Tiny Spaces'
Engaging Musical Humanoid Toys
The 'musicBOT' Toy Robot Concept Plays Music in an Interactive Way
Early Development Toys
Spin Master Collaborated on the Educational Ms. Rachel Collection
Space-Exploring STEAM Toys
LeapFrog's Magic Adventures™ Line Arrives for Kids Five and Up
Bouncy Plush Collectibles
Beanie Bouncers Support Active Play and Endless Imagination
Digital Magnetic Toy Models
The Tenki Spliced Magnetic Attraction Toy is Educational
Multisensory Toy Boxes
The Janod Boxes Stimulate Sight, Touch, Hearing and More
Creativity Time Capsules
Crayola's Campaign for Creativity Reunites Adults with Childhood Art
Child-Friendly Camera Concepts
The Camera for Kids Concept Reimagines the Digital Camera
Interactive Gaming Phone Cases
Bitmo Lab Introduces the Protective GameBaby Transformative Case
Playful AI Tools
Morrama Releases Concept Collection of AI Tools for Children's Mental Health
Adult-Targeted Plush Toys
Build-A-Bear After Dark Shares Gifts & Collectibles for "Kidults"
Autonomous Vehicle Kits
This Kit Teaches Kids How AI is Changing Transportation Dynamics
AI Powered Tofu Chatbots
Nasoya Introduced Tofie in Celebration of World Vegan Month
AI-Backed Family Toys
Mego Toys Showcases the New 2XL Cobot, an Interactive AI Toy for Kids
Self-Esteem Promoting Plushies
Bigfoot Kin Teaches Children How to Love Themselves
Sustainability-Oriented Kids Toys
Learning Resources Unveils a New Sustainable Toy Capsule
Healthcare Assistant Robots
Enchanted Tools' Miroki and Miroka Were Presented at CES 2024
AI-Powered Desktop Robots
The 'Doly' Companion Robot is Advanced and Educational
Educational Plush Toys
Slumberkins' 'Dragon Egg Hatchlings' Toys Inspire Emotional Development
Playful AI Companions
Snorble Supports Social-Emotional Development & Educational Advancement
Roving Projector-Paired Robots
The 2024 Samsung Ballie Keeps an Eye on the Home at CES 2024
Memory-Making AR Experiences
Rokid Celebrated Dads This Father's Day with AR & AI
AI-Fueled Smart Home Robots
LG's AI Agent is an Adorable Robot with Multiple Assistive Features
Phygital Fairy Toys
The HOLOBRITE Pixie Lantern Mixes Physical and Digital Play
AI-Powered Toy Cars
Rocar is an Interactive Ride-On Robot Car for Kids Ages Two to Six
Interactive Response Robot Toys
The Star Wars Chatter Back Chopper Has More Than 40 Responses
Gen Alpha Creativity Workshops
The LEGO Group Launched Free Creativity Workshops for Ages 6-12
Comprehensive AI Chatbots
Bricksoft.ai Lets Customers Get Answers, Book Appointments, and More
AI Coloring Books
Coloring Pages AI Takes Personalization to New Heights with AI Technology
AI Bedtime Stories
Storyville Helps Parents by Creating Magical Experiences for Their Children
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
Brand-Led Global Studies
The LEGO Group Conducted a Study That May Inform Market Decisions
Two-Way Kids Messaging Wearables
The BoT Talk Communicator Keeps Kids Connected to Parents
Human-Sized Interactive AI Robots
The Menteebot Interacts with Commands Using Natural Language
Kid-Inspired Learning Programs
Staples Has Announced the Expansion of Staples Kids Learn + Play
Unplugged Coding Robots
ALUX's VINU is a CES 2024 Innovation Award Honoree
Brick Builder Community Apps
The LEGO Play App Provides a Kid-Safe Space for Builders of All Ages
Dream-Centric Toy Guides
The LEGO Group Calls Attention to Its Dream Crafting Concept
Colorful Kid's Toy Lines
Battat and Walmart Introduce a Line of Preschool and Pretend Play Toys
Personalized AI Bedtime Stories
Good Night Bedtime Stories Includes Your Child's Name & Interests
AI Baby Generators
This Tool Gives People a Glimpse at Their Potential Future Child
Generative AI-Enhanced Education Tools
Pearson Doubles Down on Its Use of Generative AI
Text-to-Video AI Avatars
AI Studios Brings Content to Life
Immersive EdTech Platforms
Discovery Education's Sandbox AR Platform Surpassed 1 Million Downloads
Personalized AI Stories
Magic Bookshelf Places Your Child at the Center of Personalized Adventures
Smart Sensory Toys
Peel&Play Has Interlocking Pieces That Can Be Peeled & Rebuilt
AI Storytelling Platforms
Story.com Combines AI with Creativity for Limitless Possibilities
AI-Powered Lullaby Apps
The 'Baby Bond' App Uses AI to Read Lullabies to Kids as Family Members
Expansive AI Dictionaries
Latest AI Tools Holds All-Things AI in One Convenient Place
Multifunctional Game Sets
The 'LEGO' Group is Merging Physical and Digital Play
Emotional Well-Being Dolls
Kid Kreations' Heartfuls Support Self-Belief and Resilience in Children
AI-Powered Wheeled Robots
LG Previews a Smart Robot on Wheels for Home Monitoring Purposes
90s Toy Holiday Trees
Furbtrees are Introducing the Next Generation of Furby Across the UK
Toy-Specific Storage Systems
Step2 Debuts a Toy Storage Box for Developing Organizational Skills
Cognitive Toy Subscriptions
Lovevery is a Subscription that Delivers Developmental Toys to Kids
AI Party Planning Assistants
PartyKit Ensures The Little Details are Taken Care of
Organized AI Databases
The Many AI Tools Organizes AI Tools By Category
AI-Enabled Product Creation
Off/Script Launches an App to Create and Buy AI-Designed Products
Gamified Children's Care Products
DEEEZ Developed Interactive Games for the BabyFirst Brand
Multidisciplinary Interactive Robots
Igor Jankovic Creates the Sipro Intelligent Social Robot
Reprogrammable Robot Companions
Quarky Teaches Kids AI, Robotics and Programming Through Play
Insect Habitat Toys
Smart Lab Toys' Insect Inspector Lab Bug Playground Encourages STEM Learning
AI-Powered Assistant Features
Amazon is Adding New Generative AI Features to Alexa Devices
Personalized AI Learning Assistants
The Wizzy AI Answers Questions on Any Subject
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
AI Tool Directories
DokeyAI Offers a Comprehensive Resource for AI Solutions
Multi-Chat AI Systems
ChatPlayground AI Improves Answer Quality by 73%
Baby-Focused Learning Toys
Matchstick Monkey's Playtime Toys Help Babies Develop Fine Motor Skills
DIY Robotics Toys
The WindBots from Thames & Kosmos are Intricate Learning Toys
AI-Tailored Bedtime Stories
Slumber Stories AI Tells Stories Based on a Child's Interests
Gamified Digital Learning Platforms
Khired Kids Teaches Children Robotics, Coding, and More
STEM Education Classroom Robots
The Sphero BOLT+ Works in Three Programming Modes
Transformer Robots-Powered STEAM Education
Wefaa Robotics Recently Secured Seed Funding
Playtime-Encouraging Toy Capsules
Oreo Unveils the Art of Play Toys in Black and White
AI Roleplay Chatboys
DreamPal Lets Users Chat With Intelligent Personality-driven bots
YouTuber-Inspired Developmental Toys
Spin Master Unveils a New Ms. Rachel Toy Collection
Informative Pet Food Chatbots
Freshpet Launches a Customer Experience-Focused AI Copilot
Child-Friendly AI Learning Companions
The Fluffles are AI Friends for Kids That Promote Learning
Socially Adept Gaming Robots
This Robot Offers Companionship & Conversation to Lonely Gamers
Gender-Neutral Stroller Toys
Hart & Hero's Herotron Challenges the Gender Play Gap
Autism Awareness Tech Products
TORRAS Presents its COOLiFY Cyber Product in New Campaign
Playful Puppet Baby Toys
Kids Preferred Taps Sesame Street for a Snuggly Baby Accessory Capsule
Personalized AI Learning
Offthreadr AI Distills Complex Topics Right in Your Inbox
AI-Powered Children's Storytelling
Pico Library Uses AI to Create and Read Stories for Your Child
AI Reading Companion Catalogues
Ello Launches an Educational App, Powered by Adaptive Learn
AI Kid's Coloring Tools
ColorCraft AI Offers Educational and Engaging Art for Kids
Life-Sized Toy Construction Sets
The Funphix' 'Standard' is an Educational Outdoor Playset
Child-Friendly AI Doodles
Dodoboo Uses AI to Turn a Child's Doodles into Art
Education-Enhancing Chatbot Services
The 'Stretch' Chatbot Offers Resources For K-12 Educators
AI-Powered Drawing game
Doodle Play Tasks Players to Use Strategy and Imagination
Learning-Focused Robotics Toys
The Robots In Motion Building Set Ignites STEM Interest in Youth
Child-Friendly AI Tutors
GPTKids is a Homework Helper That Supports Kids and Their Parents
Phone-Style Counting Toys
Leapfrog's Chat & Count Emoji Phone Mimics a Real Phone to Teach Numbers
Kid's Felt Building Kits
KNOP KNOP Launches Creative Felt Building Kits for Children's STEM Play
AI Tool Submission Platforms
Submit AI Tools Lets Creators Show AI Innovations to Global Users
Personalized AI Storytelling Apps
Story Creator AI Takes Aspects From a Child's Personality
Custom Illustrated Storybooks
MyStoryBot Uses AI To Share Powerful personalized Stories
Skill-Building AI Challenges
The 100daysofAI Challenge Offers Mini Lessons Daily
AI Birthday Party Invites
Teddy Party Helps Parents Send Invites to Their Kid's Birthday
Debunking AI Apps
BSBot Helps Publicis Clients Tell the Truth About AI from Fiction at Cannes
Playful Toy-Inspired Exhibits
The Eames Institute of Infinite Curiosity Debuts Toys & Play Exhibit
Personalized Home Screen Characters
Dippy Adds AI Friends to Home Screens To Chat and Enjoy
AI-Focused LLM Stores
OpenAI is Launching a Store to Help Developers Monetize Their GPTs
AI-Powered Safety Training
UpSkill Teaches Children Safety with Scenario Based Training and AI
Recordable Stuffed Animals
DubiDo Factory Plushies Come with a Complimentary Voice Recording