The June 2021 life stages trends offer the latest in kid-friendly products and services. These commodities appeal to younger demographics by presenting new ways to play and socialize. Some draw on retro themes like old television programs while others rely on seasonal fads.
The Floating Four Across Pool Game allows swimmers to play Connect Four while in the water. The game's board and pieces are made from an oversized foam-like material that is durable, tactile, and buoyant. The game offers a fun way for friends and family to connect and cool off during the summer months.
The LEGO Friends Apartments Set helps fans recreate the popular '90s sitcom in miniature form. The set features specialty items from the show amongst the 2,000 pieces The LEGO product can be played with as a television-focused set for youngers kids or displayed by older fans as a collector's item.
Top 50 Life Stages Trends in June
From Play-Focused Fruit Snacks to Pride-Themed Card Games:
Josh Thompson-Persaud — Jun 19, 2021 — Life-Stages
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Womb-Like Textile Experiences
Lucy McRae Develops a Cushioned Machine for Supportive Embraces
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3D Planet-Themed Lamps
The 3D Moon Lamp Makes a Perfect Kid-Friendly Night Light
48
Comfortable Breathable Baby Carriers
The BABYBJÖRN Baby Carrier Harmony is Built for Summer Heat
47
Pool-Friendly Board Games
The Floating Four Across Pool Game is Inspired by the Classic Pastime
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Building Block Pool Toys
The 'Aqua Blocks' are Suitable for Indoor and Outdoor Play
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Gen Z Fashion Labs
The Guess Z Lab Co-Creates Experiences with Gen Z
44
Grandparent Ambassador Relaxing Campaigns
Coors Light Asks Canadian Grandparents "How To Chill"
43
Eco-Friendly E-Commerce Packaging
Sleek and Sturdy, Boox Packaging Can Be Reused Multiple Times
42
Building Block Maps
The LEGO Art World Map is the Largest Set to Date with Over 11,000 Pieces
41
Flexible Phone Grips
The TikTok PopMount 2 Flex & PopGrips Help with Content Creation
40
Transforming Robot Toys
Hasbro's Limited-Edition Auto-Converting Optimus Prime is Voice-Activated
39
Contemporary Treehouse Designs
Sebastian Cox Designed a Modern Treehouse with a Shingled Roof
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Portable Hybrid Sports-Games
RallyHoops Combines Basketball and Volleyball into One Portable Game
37
90s Sitcom LEGO Sets
The LEGO Friends Apartments Set Recreates the Show's Scenes & Best Moments
36
Interactive Egg-Shaped Toy Robots
The Conceptual 'Eggo' Smart Robot Toy by Hyunjae Tak is Playful
35
Kid-Friendly Car-Based Storage Solutions
Tidy Treasure's Hot Wheels Storage Truck is All Wooden
34
Soothing Vibration Baby Mats
The Baby Brezza Smart Soothing Mat Helps Lull Little Ones to Sleep
33
Play-Focused Fruit Snacks
Funables Inspire Fun and Entertaining Eating Experiences for Kids
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Modern Accessible Stairlifts
Flow X is an Accessible Stairlift Design with Sleek Finishings
31
Non-Stick Sandbox Kits
The Sea Creatures Edition of the CoolSand 3D Sandbox Has Ocean Critters
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Kid-Friendly E-Commerce Platforms
CAMP's Present Shop Lets Kids Safely Shop for Gifts Online
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Easy-Clean Kinetic Sand Kits
The Beach Sand Kingdom Playset Has Built-In Mess-Free Technology
28
Toy Advertisement Publications
'Toys, 100 Years of All-American Toy Ads' Offers Ample Insight
27
Hybrid Baby Bottles
Chicco's ChiccoDUO Shares the Benefits of Both Glass & Plastic
26
Augmented Gen Z Games
Pull & Bear's Pacific Game Marks the Launch of the Pacific Girls Collection
25
Futuristic Remote-Controlled Vehicle Toys
The Mattel Creations Tesla Cybertruck is Available Now
24
Solid Gold Robot Statues
U-Works' Gold Gundam Statues are the Peak of Luxury Collectibles
23
Plant Milk Cheese Sticks
Miyoko's Vegan Cheese Sticks for Kids are Kind to Animals & the Planet
22
3D Sand Sculpting Kits
Bag O' Bones Lets Users Sculpt 3D Sand Skeletons for Treasure Hunting Fun
21
Community-Focused Bank Cafes
ImaginCafe by CaixaBank Creates a Cultural Space for Young Consumers
20
Village-Like School Designs
The Qingpu Pinghe International School has a Decentralized Design
19
Buildable Alien Gummies
The Trolli Sour Gummi Creations Martian Mix Have Shapes That Stack
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Retro Role-Playing Board Games
The Goonies Board Game is Filled with Pop Culture-Themed Adventure
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Augmented Reality Toy Apps
Kinder Joy Launched its Applaydu Mobile App for an AR Toy Experience
16
Selfie Editing Awareness Campaigns
Dove's 'Reverse Selfie' Short Highlights the Impact of Editing
15
Healthy Height Snack Bars
Nutritional Growth Solutions' Bars Share Growth-boosting Nutrients
14
Revived Cartoon Basketball Toys
Moose Toys Offers a Range of 'Space Jam: a New Legacy' Figures
13
Pride-Themed Card Games
UNO Play with Pride Supports Diversity & the It Gets Better Project
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Kid-Friendly Sonic Toothbrushes
The BURSTkids Sonic Toothbrush Instills Healthy Habits
11
Brand-Backed Mental Health Podcasts
JanSport's New Campaign Supports the Teenager Therapy Podcast
10
DIY Foam Party Machines
The Little Tikes FOAMO Foam Machine Works in Mere Minutes
9
Next-Gen Collectible Toys
TOYMINT Only Shares Limited-Edition Toys with Those Who Purchase an NFT
8
Graduate Donut Rewards
Krispy Kreme Offers Free Donuts to the Graduating Class of 2021
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Sci-Fi Cartoon Collectibles
The Funko Pop! Star Wars: The Bad Batch Figures are Detailed
6
Life-Size Board Games
Hasbro Created a New Experience in London Called Monopoly Lifesized
5
Neapolitan Rice Crisp Treats
Rice Krispies Treats' Mini-Squares Variety Pack Takes After Ice Cream
4
Realistic Lightsaber Toys
Disney Revealed its Latest Lightsaber which is Fully Retractable
3
Decision-Making Meme Toys
The Magic GIF Ball Now Uses Random Memes for Playful Decision Making
2
Toy Takeback Programs
Mattel PlayBack Gives Used Toys a Second Life Through Plastic Recycling
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Sustainable Garden Cemeteries
Vancouver Cemetery Turns its Grounds into Heritage Gardens
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Sci-Fi-Honoring Toy Puzzle Books
LEGO and Star Wars Unveils the Force of Creativity Book
Colorful Gelatin Dessert-Inspired Furniture
JELL-O Debuts The Jelly Collection of Inflatables
Nostalgic Cartoon-Inspired Beauty Products
Lush Debuts the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Collection
Anniversary-Celebrating Toy Collections
The LEGO® Group & Hasbro Unveil LEGO DUPLO® PEPPA PIG Sets
Celebratory Sci-Fi Toy Sets
The LEGO Star Wars 25th Anniversary Collection Has Five Sets
Valentines-Thmes Game Sets
LEGO Singapore Celebrates Valentine's Day with Date Night in a Box
Pump-Up Plush Toys
Little Biggies' Patented Pump Packaging Provides a Unique Unboxing Experience
Lifesize 90s Doll Experiences
Airbnb Presents 'Playdate at Polly Pocket’s Compact'
Family Board Game Promos
Hasbro and Birds Eye Teamed Up to Encourage Family Bonding
Video Game Meal Toys
The McDonald's Japan Mario Kart Happy Meal Toys Come in Two Sets
Cheeky Summer Product Lines
Great Jones Has Introduced the Great Float and the Great Tote
Playful Cosmic Displays
The LEGO Group's Unidentified Playing Objects Speak to Curious Gen Alpha
Outdoor Anime QSR Toys
These McDonald's Japan Pokémon Happy Meal Toys Come in Eight Styles
Cartoon-Inspired Frozen Treats
Popsicle Introduces SpongeBob SquarePants Pops in Stores Nationwide
Kid-Powered Imagination Campaigns
Lunchables' A.I. vs K.I. Proves Kids' Limitless Creativity
Neurodiverse Inclusion Initiatives
LEGO® Group is Championing Inclusivity With 3 New Initiatives
In-Game Metaverse Shops
Psycho Bunny Launched Limited-Time UGC for Summer Splash on Roblox
Emotionally Rewarding Multiplayer Games
Toca Boca Days Helps Tweens Find a Sense of Belonging
Personalized Digital Playgrounds
Pringles Poptopia is an Immersive, Engaging Experience for Fans
Gen Alpha Barbie Launches
Barbie Announces New Doll Lineup Targeted Towards Older Fans
Witty Toy-Brand Horror Posters
LEGO Presents a Range of Playful Horror Posters for the Season
Building Block Board Games
LEGO Settlers of Catan Brings the Board Game to Life
Footwear-Inspired Puzzle Brand Partnerships
Nike and LEGO Launch a Multiyear Partnership
Pink-Themed Summer Pop-Ups
The LANEIGE Bounce Around the City Pop-Up Launches in Five U.S. Cities
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
Toy Brick-Inspired Luggage Sets
LEGO Introduces a New Bright Trolley and Backpack Set
Interactive Early Education Toys
Tokidos PlayCubes Have a Screen-Free Design
Buildable Marble Mazes
The LEGO Magic Maze is a Challenging, Skill-Building Tabletop Game
Reimagined Toy Block Designs
The LEGO Lofi Girl Reimagines the Iconic Musical Icon
Edible Adventure Game Sets
'Gummyquest' Transforms Tabletop Gaming Pieces into Gummy Candies
Game-Themed Noodle Launches
KRAFT Mac & Cheese and Nintendo Debut New Super Mario Power-Up Shapes
Multipurpose Korean Snacks
GS25 and Cheil's Lifeguard Snack Doubles as Water-Rescue Equipment
Cozy Video Game Loungewear
The Super Mario Meets Gelato Pique Collection is Arriving in Japan
Summer-Ready Outdoor Furniture Series
The New IKEA Collection Presents Products for the Outfoors
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
Video Game-Inspired Homewares
The Super Mario Home Adventure Life Products are Game-Themed
Handheld Gaming Console Concepts
Alex Casabo Designs the Playfusion Console Concept
Iconic Artwork Toy Sets
The LEGO Art Mona Lisa Set Pays Homage to the Masterpiece
Playful Restaurant Pop-Ups
The Play-Doh Restaurant of Imagination Turns Kids' Creations Edible
Sensory Immersion Tools
Lifelines Activate the Body's Natural Stress Relivers
Snack-Themed Textbooks
FUNdamental Textbooks by Heinz Make Learning More Playful
Nostalgic LEGO Roller Skates
The LEGO® Creator 3-in-1 Girls Retro Roller Skate is Playful
Space-Exploring STEAM Toys
LeapFrog's Magic Adventures™ Line Arrives for Kids Five and Up
Video Game-Inspired LEGO Sets
LEGO Super Mario is Sure to Capture the Attention of Fans
Runway-Inspired Fashion Dolls
New York Fashion Week Designs Inspire the L.U.V. Fashion Doll Styles
Juice-Branded Summer Campaigns
Revl Fruits' 'Grow Up Never' Campaign Lets a Fan be a Waterpark VP
Adult-Exclusive Reimagined Board Games
Hasbro Transforms a Classic with the Monopoly Board Crawl
Performance Pickleball Apparel
Stack Athletics' Summer Collection Keeps Players Cool on the Court
Drink-Shaped Gaming Devices
7-Eleven is Giving Fans the Chance to Win a Slurpee-Shaped Tetris Game
Sensory Surprise Dolls
Barbie Pop Reveal Shares Scented Dolls and Squishy Friends
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
Faux Christmas Candle Kits
LEGO Unveils its Festive Christmas Table Decoration Set
Interactive Gaming Phone Cases
Bitmo Lab Introduces the Protective GameBaby Transformative Case
Egg-Centric Metaverse Games
American Egg Board Launched a Tower of Eggs Pop-Up on Roblox
Vibrant Inclusive Playground Exhibitions
Wade and Leta Presents the Falling Into Place Exhibition
Fishy Tabletop Card Games
Unstable Games Launches Fishy Squishy Crusty Quirky at Target
Interactive Video Game-Themed Tours
The Play Nintendo Tour Runs from June 13 to September 2, 2024
Racing League Toy Collaborations
LEGO and Formula 1 Announce their Multi-Year Partnership
Professional Social Media Games
LinkedIn Released Three Games to Build Connections on its Platform
Sustainability-Oriented Kids Toys
Learning Resources Unveils a New Sustainable Toy Capsule
Educational Plush Toys
Slumberkins' 'Dragon Egg Hatchlings' Toys Inspire Emotional Development
QSR Summer Pop-Ups
McDonald's Mexico Launched a Summer-Themed Activation in Mexico
Experiment-Based Playsets
Moose Toys' Beast Lab Reinvigorates Action Figure Category
Food-Based Toy Block Alternatives
LEGO Replaces its Plastic Bricks with a Eco-Friendly Options
Kid-Friendly Squeezable Dips
Litehouse Kids Shares Flavors Inspired by Favorite Characters
Buildable Paper Playsets
Playper's Curious Kingdom: Castle Playset Encourages Creativity
Rocket Set Block Puzzles
Pharrell Williams Creates the LEGO Icons Over the Moon Kit
Creator-Endorsed Fruit Snacks
BloxSnacks is Using YouTuber Partnerships to Appeal to Gen Alpha
Brand-Led Global Studies
The LEGO Group Conducted a Study That May Inform Market Decisions
Board Game-Themed Fashions
The Shoe Palace x Monopoly Collection Includes an Array of Styles
Family-Focused Learning Toys
Chick-fil-A Debuts a Family Game Brand to Inspire Family Playtime
Kid-Inspired Learning Programs
Staples Has Announced the Expansion of Staples Kids Learn + Play
Brick Builder Community Apps
The LEGO Play App Provides a Kid-Safe Space for Builders of All Ages
Survival Crafting Metaverses
LEGO Fortnite Fosters Creativity and Collaborative Play
Gen Z-Focused Board Games
Mattel Launches Scrabble Together for Non-Competitive Gen Z Consumers
Miniature Toy Billiards Table
Golden Eye Designs a LEGO Vintage Billiards Table
Dream-Centric Toy Guides
The LEGO Group Calls Attention to Its Dream Crafting Concept
Resort-Inspired Video Games
Nintendo Debuts Super Mario Party Jamboree for Switch
Video Game Travel Merchandise
The Nintendo Super Mario Travel Items are Arriving for Summer
Game-Inspired Playable Puzzle Sets
The Tetris Solid LEGO Set is Impressively Playable
Colorful Kid's Toy Lines
Battat and Walmart Introduce a Line of Preschool and Pretend Play Toys
Kid-Friendly Modular Sofas
The Figgy Play Couch is Launching in Durable, Family-Friendly Materials
Smart Sensory Toys
Peel&Play Has Interlocking Pieces That Can Be Peeled & Rebuilt
Preschool Gaming Subscriptions
The Piknik App Subscription Service Shares Games for Preschoolers
Cognitive Toy Subscriptions
Lovevery is a Subscription that Delivers Developmental Toys to Kids
Play-Inspired Global Holiday Campaigns
Toys"R"Us Has Introduced a New Global Holiday, Play Day
Pasta-Inspired Pool Inflatables
The Standard Hotel and Jumbo Unveils the Pool Pasta Floats
Budget-Friendly Restaurant Campaigns
Chuck E. Cheese 'Summer of Fun' Focuses on Accessibility
Nostalgic Motion Games
Hungry Hungry Hippos: Move N' Munch Reimagines a Classic Game with AI Tech
Festive Memory-Making Toys
Slumberkins' Yeti to Shine Helps Kids Embrace New Holiday Traditions
Gamified Children's Care Products
DEEEZ Developed Interactive Games for the BabyFirst Brand
Nostalgic Spring-Ready Fashion Capsules
Filling Pieces Unveils its Gelato Games Capsule for SS24
Insect Habitat Toys
Smart Lab Toys' Insect Inspector Lab Bug Playground Encourages STEM Learning
Youth-Focused Architectural Toys
The Freckled Frog's 'Happy Architect' Toy is for Curious Youth
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
Adult Gamer Toy Sets
The LEGO Super Mario Piranha Plant Has 540 Pieces
Baby-Focused Learning Toys
Matchstick Monkey's Playtime Toys Help Babies Develop Fine Motor Skills
Play-Inspiring Workshops
LEGO is Sharing a Free Workshop Series Featuring Renowned Creatives
Miniature Collectible Campaigns
The World’s Smallest Lines are the Focus of Influencer Marketing
Racing Video Game-Inspired Blocks
LEGO Introduces the Dynamic Super Mario Kart Set
Customizable Toy Islanders
LEGO Announces a New Animal Crossing-Themed Collaboration
Pickleball-Themed Cosmetics Pop-Ups
MAC Hosted a Glow Play Summer Activation in Toronto
Sustainable Seasonal Chocolate Treats
PLAYin CHOC Christmas ToyChoc Boxes are Eco-Friendly
Playtime-Encouraging Toy Capsules
Oreo Unveils the Art of Play Toys in Black and White
Seasonal Gamer Ornaments
Hallmark Launches a Variety of Gamer-Approved Ornaments for the Holidays
Cheesy Board Games
Babybel and Hasbro Created a Cheesy Version of the Candy Land Board Game
Age-Inclusive Board Games
Hasbro Revamps its Classic Board Games to Accommodate Aging Consumers
Youth Movement Competitions
The PLEZi Absurdly Good Games Encourages Summer Activity
Teen-Focused Makeup Lines
Af94's Teen-Centric Makeup Line Features Products Under $10
Boardgame-Inspired Lifesize Experiences
Monopoly to Launch Monopoly Lifesized: Travel Edition
Video Game-Inspired Outdoor Play
ROXs is Getting Kids Outdoors
Active Entertainment Systems
Nex Playground Gets People Moving at Home
Drone Marketing Initatives
LEGO Takes to the Sky with Drone Show and Aerial Messages
Stone-Like Supportive Toys
Play Maker Stapelstein Expands to the American Market
Comprehensive Summer Lifestyle Capsules
Jakks Pacific is Unveiling a New Lifestyle Collection
Family-Friendly Survival Games
Lego Debuts a New Fortnite Survival Crafting Game
Memory-Based Adult Card Games
Hasbro Introduces a New Party Card Game Dubbed Arschmallows
Summer-Themed Subscription Boxes
Bokksu's Summer Collection Features Unique Japanese Snacks
Nature-Inspired Playdate Card Games
The Spilled Mushrooms Card Game is a Puzzle Game
Personalized Child Education Apps
Sandbox Group Launches the PlayKids+ Application for Ages 2-12
Functional Gaming Toys
Nintendo's Latest Gashapon Toys Can be Added as Controller Parts
Life-Sized Toy Construction Sets
The Funphix' 'Standard' is an Educational Outdoor Playset
Connected Packaging Updates
Appetite Creative Revamps its Connected Packaging with Tetra Pak
Magnetic Building Tiles
Magna-Tiles Introduces its 'MicroMags' Product Line for Young Builders
Swimming Lesson Snack Promotions
This Bear Fruit Snacks Promotion Was Created with Water Babies
Christmas-Inspired Summer Campaigns
Toys for Tots Supports Children with Christmas in July
Inclusive Colorblind-Accessible Games
Mattel is Adding Colorblind Identification Symbols
Contemporary Art Puzzle Sets
LEGO's Modern Art Building Set is a Great Buildable Decor
Phone-Style Counting Toys
Leapfrog's Chat & Count Emoji Phone Mimics a Real Phone to Teach Numbers
Transformative Floral Puzzle Characters
LEGO Korea Unveils the Floral Fighter Figures
Interactive Entertainment Board Games
MONOPOLY GO! Transforms Digital Mobile Game into Real Play
Stimulating Word Association Games
Worlds of Words Challenges Players to Think Outside the Box
Play-Encouraging Intational Holidays
The UN Officially Marks the Inaugural Day of Play
Mentally Stimulating Game Collections
Fresh Words: Word Game Boasts Engaging and Challenging Games
Phone Puzzle Games
Word Search Game Offers Mental Stimulation with Word-Based Challenges
Digital Community-Branded Product Lines
The Girl Math Gang Debuts New Product Offerings
Colorblind-Accessible Games
Mattel Commits to Creating Inclusive Play and Game Options
Digital Game-Inspired Puzzle Sets
LEGO Presents a Look at the Buildable Animal Crossing Set