These kids friendship innovations range from friendship bracelet kits to creative journals that are meant to be filled collaboratively. Encouraging creativity, collaboration and education, these toys, summer camps and workshops include tween sewing studios that foster relationships while teaching fashion design fundamentals. Furthermore, informational youth networks are another example that promotes safe online browsing, gaming and streaming for kids.
Other notable examples include board games that require two players or more and others that are based on the idea of understanding and co-operation. Additional favorites include tricycles designed to house two riders who can work together to pedal and child chef camps that teach participants the fundamentals of DIY food prep while encouraging the formation of lasting friendships.
19 Kids Friendship Innovations
From Friendship Bracelet Kits to Creative Companionship Journals:
Jana Pijak — Apr 11, 2016 — Life-Stages
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Gender-Neutral Science Kits
This Educational Toy Introduces Kids to Science at a Young Age
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Creative Chalkboard Furniture
Land of Nod's Neon Table Decor Boasts an Erasable Drawing Surface
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Cooperative Dice Games
The Lucky Dogs Dice Game Encourages Players to Work Together
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Two-Child Play Trikes
This Two-Seater Tricycle Bike Encourages Friends to Take Turns
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Share-Encouraging Swings
This Deluxe Platform Swing is Designed to Hold Two Swingers at Once
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Tabletop Soccer Toys
This Multi-Player Toy Encourages Collaborative Fun
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Peer-to-Peer Coding Workshops
This Organization Gives Kids an Opportunity to Teach Other Kids
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Oversized Competitive Games
The Kick Croquet Outdoor Game Features Larger Components
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Social Skill-Developing Games
The 'Say and Do' Social Skills Game Gets Kids Ready to Interact
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Girls Coding Camps
Victoria's Secret Angel Karlie Kloss is Running a Summer Code Camp for Youth
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Collaborative Journal Books
'Me, You, Us' is Meant to Be Filled Out with a Group of Friends
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Eco-Friendly Sewing Camps
This Non-Profit Camp Teaches Children About Sewing and Fashion Basics
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Cooperation-Promoting Board Games
The Feed the Woozle Game Encourages Children to Work Together
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Tween Sewing Studios
Sew Be It Studio's Sewing Workshops Encourage Kids to Get Creative
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Collaborative Kite Kits
Seedling's Box Kite Kit Can Be Customized by Creative Kids
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Informational Youth Networks
The Kidzworld Kid's Website Provides Social and Education Benefits
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Inner City Coding Workshops
Code Now Offers Tech Training for Minority Groups in the United States
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Child Chef Camps
This SoFAB Cooking Camp Teaches Kids to Prepare Healthy Meals
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Family-Friendly Coding Workshops
This Startup Helps Families Learn About New Technology
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AI-Powered Toy Attachments
The App-Paired ToyPal One Brings Soft Toys to Life for Screen-Free Fun
Kid-Friendly 3D Printers
The Kidoodle MiniBox A1 Bolsters Creativity & STEM Learning
Child-Friendly Medication Dispensers
The 'Singing Bottle' Concept by Fengrui Wang is Interactive
Shareable Value Meals
The Bestie Bundle by McDonald's Canada Includes Friendship Bracelets
Family Board Game Promos
Hasbro and Birds Eye Teamed Up to Encourage Family Bonding
Gen Z IRL Campaigns
Hinge's Phonebook Encourages Gen Z to Connect IRL for Global Day of Unplugging
Kid-Powered Imagination Campaigns
Lunchables' A.I. vs K.I. Proves Kids' Limitless Creativity
Crayon-Themed Arm Cuffs
Nadine Ghosn Unveils the 'Color-FULL' Bracelet Collaboration with Crayola
Iconic Cartoon Bracelet Collections
Sanrio x Little Words Project Celebrate Hello Kitty's Legacy
Educational Climate Change Toys
The 'Habitat' Educational Toy Brick Sets Come in Two Options
Emotionally Rewarding Multiplayer Games
Toca Boca Days Helps Tweens Find a Sense of Belonging
Youth Beauty Boutiques
Hamleys Boutique: Be You is an Inspiring Space for Kids Ages Four to 14
Interactive Early Education Toys
Tokidos PlayCubes Have a Screen-Free Design
GenAI Storybook Illustrators
Storybooks Turns Kids' Beloved Toys into Main Characters
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
Friendship-Inspired Jewelry Collabs
Mejuri x GANNI Celebrate Friendship with a Clover Collection
Introductory STEM Toy Sets
The Zig & Go from Djeco Combines Music and Forces in an Educational Toy
Teen-Targeted Skincare Products
InstaNatural Besties Offers Fun Ways for Teens to Enjoy Skincare
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
Kid-Safe Makeup Kits
Jovy Makes EWG VERIFIED Makeup with Plant-Based Ingredients for Play
AI-Enhanced STEM Toys
The Kidx Classbox Fuses Montessori Methods with NFC Tech & AI
Gen Z Crafting Events
Red Heart Hosted an Exclusive "Crafternoon" in NYC
Streetwear Experimental Kids Capsules
The Ksubi 'Kids' Collection Arrives Ahead of the Holidays
Crowdfunded Circular Childrens Toys
Tiny Earth Toys is Launching a Kickstarter for 'Tiny Spaces'
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
Creativity-Centered Workshops
Gap's Workshop Initiative Empowers Local Makers in San Francisco
Kid-Friendly Beauty Events
Beauty Explorer Day Sparks Kids' Interest in the Beauty Industry
Kid-Focused Mindful Activity Books
Wild Chakra Boassts the Kids' Mindful Coloring & Activity Book
Multisensory Toy Boxes
The Janod Boxes Stimulate Sight, Touch, Hearing and More
Gen Alpha Fitness Influencers
ASICS' Little Reminders Inspires Adults to Make Movement Joyful
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
Playful AI Tools
Morrama Releases Concept Collection of AI Tools for Children's Mental Health
Kids' Money Management Books
'The Adventures of Ca$hman & Supersaver' Promotes Financial Awareness
Designer Kids Training Bikes
The Costway Kids Bike With Training Wheels is Customizable
Kid-Inspired Safety Gadgets
Ticktalk5 is a Smartwatch Phone for Kids' Safety
AI Companionship Necklaces
Friend Listens, Responds and Shares Life Experiences with Wearers
Autonomous Vehicle Kits
This Kit Teaches Kids How AI is Changing Transportation Dynamics
Kids' Entertainment Initiatives
Yoto x CF Shopping Centers will Offer Summer Programming for Kids
Sustainability-Oriented Kids Toys
Learning Resources Unveils a New Sustainable Toy Capsule
Phygital Fairy Toys
The HOLOBRITE Pixie Lantern Mixes Physical and Digital Play
Internet Safety Metaverses
Google & Roblox's Be Internet Awesome World Teaches Online Safety
Glam Bracelet-Making Kits
This Juicy Couture Bracelet Kit Features Ten Unique Charms
Gen Alpha Creativity Workshops
The LEGO Group Launched Free Creativity Workshops for Ages 6-12
Tape Crafting Kits
Curious Universe's Nano Tape Magic Kits Create Fun Crafts for Kids
Kid-Friendly Tech Frames
myFirst Recently Unveiled Two New Digital Frames
Buildable Paper Playsets
Playper's Curious Kingdom: Castle Playset Encourages Creativity
Book-Themed Collectibles
Booksy's Tiny Books & Figures Inspire a Love of Reading in Kids
Artful Travel-Inspired Children's Fashion
Janie and Jack Team Up with Photographer Gray Malin
Brand-Led Global Studies
The LEGO Group Conducted a Study That May Inform Market Decisions
Adventurous Outdoor Tool Concepts
Kazuya Washio Designs the Yamaha Outdoor Tools Concept
Two-Way Kids Messaging Wearables
The BoT Talk Communicator Keeps Kids Connected to Parents
Kid-Inspired Learning Programs
Staples Has Announced the Expansion of Staples Kids Learn + Play
Youthful Charm Bracelets
Claire's Partners with Ariella Maizer to Create a Capsule for Gen Zalpha
Gen Z-Focused Board Games
Mattel Launches Scrabble Together for Non-Competitive Gen Z Consumers
Camping-Ready Collaborative Designs
KITH and Columbia Sportswear Launch a Camping Collection
Educational Snack Packs
Hannaford Snack Pals Teach Children About Healthy Nutrition Habits
Colorful Kid's Toy Lines
Battat and Walmart Introduce a Line of Preschool and Pretend Play Toys
Tech-Enhanced Beaded Bracelets
Soulstones Help People Make Connections and Memories
Festive Memory-Making Toys
Slumberkins' Yeti to Shine Helps Kids Embrace New Holiday Traditions
Multifunctional Game Sets
The 'LEGO' Group is Merging Physical and Digital Play
Cartoon-Adorned Parenting Bags
JuJuBe Partners with tokidoki on a Playful Bag Capsule
Peer-Connected Support Platforms
'Togetherall' Offers a Safe Online Community for Mutual Support
Emotional Well-Being Dolls
Kid Kreations' Heartfuls Support Self-Belief and Resilience in Children
Kid-Friendly Digital Coloring
PalettePlay.art Has Customizable Coloring Book Templates
90s Toy Holiday Trees
Furbtrees are Introducing the Next Generation of Furby Across the UK
Multi-Sensory Play Experiences
Plush Toy 'MediTATE' Promotes Kids' Mindfulness
Gentle Pre-Teen Skincare
Your Skin Stuff Specializes in Youth-Safe Skincare for Ages Eight to 12
Toy-Specific Storage Systems
Step2 Debuts a Toy Storage Box for Developing Organizational Skills
Kid Entrepreneur Carts
Allboss is a Creative Approach to Entrepreneurship for Children
Gamified Custom Kidswear
Supermix Studio Empowers Kids to Create Their Own Apparel & Accessories
Gen Z Anti-Loneliness Funds
Hinge Combats Loneliness for Gen Z - $1M Fund
Counter-Loneliness Social Spaces
Flash Pack Launches the 'Friendship Corner' in New York
Confidence-Promoting Conversation Cards
TableTalk is a Card Deck of Mealtime Conversations
Comprehensive Math-Learning Experiences
Math Learner Uses Games to Make Math Fun for Young Kids
Gamified Children's Care Products
DEEEZ Developed Interactive Games for the BabyFirst Brand
Reprogrammable Robot Companions
Quarky Teaches Kids AI, Robotics and Programming Through Play
Youth-Focused Architectural Toys
The Freckled Frog's 'Happy Architect' Toy is for Curious Youth
Good-Natured Mischief Toys
Slumberkins' Vlad & Frank Midnight Mischief Set Teaches Responsibility
Best-Friend Social Media Features
NoteIt Allows Users to Pick 5 'BFFs' for Special Features
Online Idea-Sharing Platforms
Collaborate, Share, and Discover Projects with Oasis of Ideas
Kid-Friendly Customizable Bags
Pop ‘n’ Swop Bags Can Be Decorated with Badges, Handles & More
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
Sleepaway Camp Kits
Welly's Happy Campers Kit Helps Parents and Kids Prepare for Sleepaway Camp
Gamified Digital Learning Platforms
Khired Kids Teaches Children Robotics, Coding, and More
Digital Literacy Programs
Two Parkland Students Launch CLEO to Empower Seniors with Technology
Mess-Free Eco Craft Kits
Brainstorm's Create N Colour Let Kids Magically Paint with Water
Magnetic Hand-Holding Socks
These Children's Socks Add a Touch of Whimsy to the Everyday Item
Resilience-Focused Children's Books
Savvy Suzanna Inspires Young Entrepreneurs with Creativity
Personalized Story Creators
TinkerTell Offers AI-Crafted Stories That Make Every Child the Hero
Friendship-Focused Election Campaigns
Flash Pack Has Introduced The Friendship Bus
Creativity-Celebrating Week-Long Campaigns
Crayola Education Will Kick Off Crayola Creativity Week
Daycare Organization Essentials
Colle à Moi Offers Daycare Organization Tools
Youth Movement Competitions
The PLEZi Absurdly Good Games Encourages Summer Activity
Kid-Focused Educational Tablets
Smile Zemi Targets Elementary School Students
Skill-Building Play Kitchens
The Real Life Play Kitchen by Lovevery Safely Sharpens Motor Skills
Personalized Bed Time Reading
BlissFable Lets Kids Be the Protagonists of Their Own Stories
Travel Buddy Finders
TripBFF Finds and Connects Users with Other Travelers for Rewarding Journeys
Animated Turtle Clothing Collections
Shein's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is Kid-Friendly
Social Connection-Focused Initiatives
Meals on Wheels America Combats Loneliness Among Seniors
Personalized Bedtime Stories
StoryGenius Let's Parents Insert Their Children Into Books
Personalized Keepsake Storybooks
My Life in a Book Captures and Preserves Personal Stories
Customizable Pen Kits
Clementoni's Pen Creator Studio Helps Kids Create Their Own Pens
Life-Sized Toy Construction Sets
The Funphix' 'Standard' is an Educational Outdoor Playset
Mental Health-Centric Childrens Books
The 'Mindy & Mind' Book Explores Children’s Mental Wellness
DIY Nail Art Printers
Preemadonna's DIY Nailbot Kit Gets Girls Interested in STEM
Kid-Friendly Headphones
Tronsmart's Headphones for Kids are Foldable, Durable and Comfortable
Festive Eco-Friendly Apparel
EarthyTweens Offers Up a New Clothing Capsule for the Holidays
Child-Centric Online Safety Campaigns
Wondershare FamiSafe Engages Parents with a Contest
Family Homestay Platforms
'Homestays with Kids' Connects Families to Stay and Share Experiences
Playfully Vibrant Studio Spaces
Estudio Protobox Coverts a Parking Garage in Colégio Salesiano
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
Kid-Specific Headset Designs
AVID Products Has Introduced the WonderEars Headset
Youth-Targeted Reading Tournaments
311Literacy Debuts the Great Reading Tournament
Phone-Style Counting Toys
Leapfrog's Chat & Count Emoji Phone Mimics a Real Phone to Teach Numbers
Virtual Table Top Games
TinyTable Combines the Joy of Table Top Games with Virtual Video Calls
Social Isolation-Combating Platforms
TimeBank by Healthfirst Foundation Has Debuted a New Platform
Mobile Device Addiction Campaigns
The Women's Brain Health Initiative Highlights a Growing Concern
Digital Zine Making
Zines Forever Honors the DIY Process While Adding Digital Sharing
Inclusivity-Centric Back-To-School Campaigns
Sistema Launched a Back-To-School Survey
Digital Community-Branded Product Lines
The Girl Math Gang Debuts New Product Offerings
Kid-Friendly Daily Podcasts
Today with Tonies Shares Fresh Content for School Children Every Day
Tween-Oriented Content Series
Claire's Launches a New Media Partnership with Sony Pictures TV-Kids
Interactive Education Platforms
Narrative Nooks Engages with Lessons and Real-Time Tutor Support
Imaginative Pared-Back Art Supplies
Woset Designs a Range of Stationary and Furniture for Kids
Family Travel Documentation Tools
Duckwyn's Travel Journal Offers Digital Scrapbooking
Children-Focused Literacy Campaigns
Scholastic Focuses on Expanding Access to Books
Daily-Prompting Social Journals
Journal. Invites Users to Share Their Thoughts and Feelings
Friendship-Focused Finance Agreements
'Friends Over Money' Let's You Make Agreements with Friends
Youth-Oriented Arts Camps
QNB is Set to Unveil an Eco-Friendly Arts Camp for Kids 4-14
Personalized Bedtime Story Generators
Bumble Stories Creates Bedtime Stories Featuring Your Child
Early Childhood Independence Straps
EaZyHold Grip Support Develops Engagement for Children
Entrepreneurial Community Building
VenturePals Steps in to Help Solo Entrepreneurs Find Community
Collaborative Developer Hubs
DevBuddies is an Online Hub for Developers to Work on Projects
Creativity-Focused Online Networks
NOCK is an Online Network for Creatives to Collaborate
Youth-Focused Non-Profit Programs
In Tandem's Youth Voice Fellowship Offers Paid Opportunities