Empowering, inclusive and eco-conscious are just some of the ways to describe these October 2015 toys. In addition to red carpet dolls that fight racism -- a Zendaya red carpet replica doll celebrates the Disney star's exotic beauty -- along with air-purifying hula hoops that promote active play without damaging the environment.
Whether cleaning the air, teaching children to code or promoting gender equality, the month's toys are no longer solely about entertainment but aim to educate and empower children of all ages. In addition to inclusive dolls and tech-powered products, these October 2015 toys also include contemporary baby accessories like multi-functional playpens and even eco rattles that are made from organic cotton.
Other favorites include customizable bicycles that grow with one's child while saving budget-conscious parents money in the long run.
Top 45 Toy Trends in October
From Empowering Red Carpet Dolls to Air-Purifying Hula Hoops:
Jana Pijak — Oct 12, 2015 — Life-Stages
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Personalized LEGO Portraits
Two Three Bricks Customized LEGO Figurines to Look Like You
43
Overcomplicated Kids Toys
The 13 x 13 x 13 Rubik's Cube by YJ MoYu is Impossibly Difficult
42
Eco Rattle Toys
Re-Think It's Organic Cotton Rattle Encourages Sustainability
41
Off-Road Child Cars
This Luxurious Land Rover Kids' Pedal Car is Perfectly Built to Scale
40
Interactive Teddy Bears
The Smart Toy Bear Connects to an App to Teach Kids Lessons
39
Deconstruction Toy Kits
The SmartLab 'Wrecking Ball' Lets Children Both Build and Destroy
38
Piggy Bank Apps
Clever Kash is a Digital Piggy Bank That Lets Children Experience Tangible Wealth
37
Concrete Ping Pong Tables
This Mature Table Tennis Piece is for Players Who Appreciate Aesthetics
36
Robotic Bird Pets
The 'Little Live Pets Clever Keet' are Robotic Parakeets for Children
35
Reusable Wooden Landscape Puzzles
Horizons is a Modern Game Made from Unused Wood Pieces
34
Gender-Neutral Dollhouses
This Modular Dollhouse Collection Promotes Shared Play
33
Instructional Building Block Books
'The Art of LEGO Scale Modeling' Defines a Meticulous Craft
32
Nameless Coloring Supplies
'Nameless Paints' Avoid Restricting Imagination by Labeling Color Names
31
Plush Intergalactic Robot Toys
This Star Wars BB-8 Plush is a Cuddly Collector's Item
30
Practical Playmat Beds
Mamas & Papas' Babyplay 4-in-1 Playmat and Activity Gym is Fun and Engaging
29
Celebrity Copycat Dolls
This Line of Bratz Dolls Honors the Influential Emmy Award Attendees
28
Educational Robot-Building Apps
The 'Robo Wunderkind' Toy Teaches Young Children Coding Skills
27
Red Carpet Replica Dolls
This Zendaya Barbie Wears Her Iconic Look from the 2015 Oscars
26
Illuminated Building Blocks
Light Stax Electric Light Blocks Provide a Playful Look and Feel
25
Educational Air Purifiers
This Virtual Vase Has Three Intelligent, Kid-Focused Functions in One
24
Portable Toy Waterparks
This Packable Plaything Features a Miniature Waterpark For Children
23
Neon Glowing Sand
This Glow in the Dark Kinetic Sand Lets Kids Customize the Appearance
22
Levitating Toy Trains
This Takara Tomy Train Works Just Like the Record-Breaking Maglev Train
21
Interactive Playground Robots
This Mobile Play Structure Invites Children to Interact with Robots
20
Ethnically Diverse Dolls
Ikuzi Dolls Offer Little Girls Options When it Comes to Toys
19
Delectable Animal Toys
Lucky Squid Studios' 'Fruitimals' are Fun Plush Food Animals
18
Crime Boss Potato Toys
This Mr. Potato Head Doll Wears the Breaking Bad Heisenberg Hat
17
Robot Building Subscriptions
This Service Delivers a New Robot Part Each Month
16
Rapper Action Figures
This Travis Scott Toy Features a Realistic Design
15
Boozy Block-Building Games
This Re-Invented Jenga Game Incorporates Playful Recreational Drinking
14
Augmented Reality Coloring Books
Disney's New App Will Make a Child's Artwork 3D
13
Playful Programming Books
This Educational Series Introduces Infants to Computer Science
12
Building Block Vending Machines
This LEGO Coca-Cola Machine Works Just Like the Real Thing
11
Evil Clown Bear Figurines
This Collectible Bearbrick Pays Tribute to the Joker
10
Air-Purifying Hula-Hoops
This Smart Hula-Hoop by Quadruple H Encourages Health & Wellness
9
Educational Menstruating Dolls
The Lammily Doll Now Comes with Her Own Period Book and Pad Kit
8
Illuminated Giraffe Toys
The Soothe & Glow Giraffe From Fisher-Price Calms Infants' Senses
7
Shark-Faced Bear Toys
This Limited Figurine Celebrates 10 Years of Bathing Ape's Shark Hoodie
6
Feline Puzzle Games
This Cat Jenga Game Stacks Tiny Kitten Figurines in Place of Rectangles
5
Jungle-Themed Baby Vehicles
The Fisher-Price 3-in-1 'Bounce-Stride & Ride Elephant'
4
Sandwich-Building Card Games
The 'Sandwich Master' Game Brings Culinary Enrichment to Game Night
3
Orchestral Audio Toys
The Mozart Magic Cube Stimulates a Baby's Senses
2
Mother-Honoring Children's Books
This New Book Celebrates the Strength of Single Mothers
1
Literacy-Promoting Kid's Meals
This Fast Food Campaign Encourages Families to Read Together
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Meal-Accompanied Adorable Toys
McDonald's Japan Unveils New Functional Sanrio Happy Meal Toys
Holographic Pet Accessories
The Wild One Introduces Its First-Ever Holographic Print
AI-Powered Toy Attachments
The App-Paired ToyPal One Brings Soft Toys to Life for Screen-Free Fun
Show-Inspired Miniature Toy Sets
The Stranger Things Polly Pocket is an Adorable Playset
Anniversary-Celebrating Toy Collections
The LEGO® Group & Hasbro Unveil LEGO DUPLO® PEPPA PIG Sets
Iconic Doll Accessory Collaborations
The Barbie x ALDO 2024 Collection is Dreamhouse-Inspired
Lifesize 90s Doll Experiences
Airbnb Presents 'Playdate at Polly Pocket’s Compact'
Cosmetic-Toting Tumblers
The e.l.f. Cosmetics and Stanley Collab Introduces Lip Oil Holders
Pet-Sized Clogs
Glow-in-the-Dark Pet Crocs are Launching with Owner-Matching Styles
Miniaturized Doll Collections
The Mini BarbieLand Collection Makes Playing Portable
Emotive Youth Skincare
The Bubble Skincare x Disney Collab Integrates Inside Out 2 Characters
Interactive Pixel Plushies
Eolo Toys' Pixel Hugs are Cuddly Plushes Enhanced with Tech Features
Ingenious De-Influencing Ads
Cuyana's De-Influencing April Fool's Campaign Highlights Greenwashing
Comic Book Hero Collectibles
Mattel Celebrates Iconic Comic Book Heroes with a New Line-Up
Talkative AI Toys
Bubblepal is a World-First Interactive Talking Toy Based on AIGC Technology
Whimsical Doll-Inspired Accessories
Pidgin Fashion Dolls Launches a New Accessories Collection
Doll-Inspired Movie Launches
Mattel Plans to Release More Movies Following 'Barbie's' Success
Inclusion-Focused Doll Collections
Barbie's New Doll and Capsule Celebrates the Visually Impaired
Doll-Inspired Personal Care Collections
Barbie™ x Lush Cosmetics Launches on August 9th
Imaginative Soft Toys
Blabla's Little Monster Soft Toys Promote Listening, Curiosity and Dreams
Autumn-Inspired Face Mask Collections
ESW Beauty Introduces the Autumn Glow Up Capsule
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
Witty Toy-Brand Horror Posters
LEGO Presents a Range of Playful Horror Posters for the Season
Eco-Friendly Racing Toys
VTech's Turbo Edge Riders Inspires Racing and Recycling
Youth Beauty Boutiques
Hamleys Boutique: Be You is an Inspiring Space for Kids Ages Four to 14
Eco-Friendly Bath Essentials
Bebo Seeks to Reimagine the Packaging of Kid's Bath Products
Inspiring Role Model Dolls
Barbie Role Models Celebrate Women from Around the World
Interactive Early Education Toys
Tokidos PlayCubes Have a Screen-Free Design
Portable Compact Fantastical Toys
Mattel Creations Unveils the Polly Pocket Harry Potter Set
Introductory STEM Toy Sets
The Zig & Go from Djeco Combines Music and Forces in an Educational Toy
Sensory Stimulated Toy Cars
Hot Wheels' Flippin’ Fast Die-Cast Cars are Made with ASAN
Next-Gen Hatching Toys
Spin Master is Reinventing Hatchimals with a Reimagined Egg
Pinkish Toy-Inspired Tech Products
The Caviar #Barbiecore Collection is Opulently Pink
Kids' Interactive Sensory Toys
Storypods Debuts Interactive and Multisensory Toys
Show-Inspired Collectible Dolls
Netflix and Mattel Introduces Squid Game Collectibles
2-in-1 Fashion Dolls
L.O.L Surprise! Tweens Surprise Swap Introduces One Doll with Two Looks
Fall-Inspired Home Cleaning Collections
Grove Co. Debuts Its Limited-Edition Traditions Aglow Line
Collectible Coloring Dolls
L.O.L Surprise! Loves Crayola Celebrates Creativity and Expression
Playful Restaurant Pop-Ups
The Play-Doh Restaurant of Imagination Turns Kids' Creations Edible
Gen Z Crafting Events
Red Heart Hosted an Exclusive "Crafternoon" in NYC
Glow-In-The-Dark Lasso Toys
The Loop Lasso® Nano Targets a Younger Demographic
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'
Glam Pickleball Paddles
The Barbie x Nettie Pickleball Collection Brings Color to the Court
Space-Exploring STEAM Toys
LeapFrog's Magic Adventures™ Line Arrives for Kids Five and Up
Eggshell-Made Digital Pets
The Original Tamagotchi Celebration Egg Has an Eco-Friendly Form
Doll-Inspired Coffee Table Books
Assouline Creates the New Barbie Coffee Table Book
Bouncy Plush Collectibles
Beanie Bouncers Support Active Play and Endless Imagination
Toy-Themed Jelly Beans
Jelly Belly and Mattel Partnered on Two Toy-Inspired Products
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
Retro Doll-Themed Cameras
Retrospekt's Barbie Film Camera Collection is Nostalgically Vibrant
Heiress-Created Homeware Collections
Walmart is Launching Paris Hilton's Be An Icon Collection
Social Media-Free Flip Phones
The HMD Barbie Phone Fuses Nostalgic Style with Digital Wellness
Interactive Play Experiences
LEGO's Superpower Academy Connects Families with the Power of Play
90s Toy-Themed Fashion
The Cakeworthy x Furby Collection Pays Tribute to a 90s Sensation
Celebratory Disney-Inspired Collections
Forever 21 Celebrates Disney's 100th Anniversary
Pop Art Legend-Honoring Dolls
Mattel Creations Celebrates Keiichi Tanaami with Whimsical Designs
Sustainability-Oriented Kids Toys
Learning Resources Unveils a New Sustainable Toy Capsule
Educational Plush Toys
Slumberkins' 'Dragon Egg Hatchlings' Toys Inspire Emotional Development
Tween Beauty Sticks
Talomi's Plant-Based Multi-Sticks Add Color to Eyes, Lips & Cheeks
Active-Minded Refreshing Streetwear
YoungLA Drops the First Instalment of its October Collection
Sustainable Knitted Toddler Sneakers
Nike Launches the Swoosh 1 Trainer with Colorful Details
Lunar New Year Dolls
Barbie Unveils the 2025 Dolls Channeling Good Fortune and Luck
Limited Edition Diaper Prints
The Honest Company Blends Style and Practicality
Festive Fall-Centric Furniture Capsules
IKEA Unveils the HÖSTAGILLE Collection for Fall 2024
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
Pink-Hued Furniture Collaborations
The Barbie x Kartell Chairs Mark the Toy's 65th Anniversary
Lengthy Halloween-Inspired Events
Michaels Has Launched Its 100 Days to Halloween Campaign
Athletic Health-Focused Gadget Lines
Therabody Debuts Offerings Ahead of the 2024 Holiday Season
Fashion Dolls-Inspired Cosmetics
ColourPop and Bratz Introduce the Girls Nite Out Collection
Collectible Mexican Holiday Dolls
The Barbie 2023 Día De Muertos Doll is Highly Detailed
Fuzzy Musical Collectibles
Furblets are Interactive Toys That Introduce Furby to a New Generation
Squishing Jellybean-Scented Toys
Jelly Belly Squishi Toys Come in 12 Different Scents
Dolled-Up Chip Packaging
Stacy's Pita Chips and Barbie Created Collectible Pink Packaging
Sparkling Detailed Princess Dolls
Disney Unveils American Girl Dolls with Swarovski
Cartoon-Themed Performance Wear
Disney x lululemon Delivers Stylish Cartoon Activewear
Fashionable Zombie Dolls
Zombaes Critter Chaos Dolls Have Spooky Mix-and-Match Features
Plush Apparel Collabs
The Squishmallows x H&M Collection Shares Personality-Packed Styles
Socialite-Inspired Toy Dolls
Bratz Adds New Red Carpet Styles to its Kylie Jenner Collection
Dream-Centric Toy Guides
The LEGO Group Calls Attention to Its Dream Crafting Concept
Easter-Themed Animation Merch
CandyRific Gabby's Dollhouse Products Will Arrive in the Spring
Colorful Kid's Toy Lines
Battat and Walmart Introduce a Line of Preschool and Pretend Play Toys
Doll-Inspired Retro Instant Cameras
Mattel and Kodak Join Forces on a Barbie Instant Camera
Festive Memory-Making Toys
Slumberkins' Yeti to Shine Helps Kids Embrace New Holiday Traditions
Glamorized Drinkware Collections
The Barbie x Stanley Collaboration Features Eight Unique Tumblers
Emotional Well-Being Dolls
Kid Kreations' Heartfuls Support Self-Belief and Resilience in Children
Glow-in-the-Dark Collectible Creatures
Smiski Hippers are Designed for Decorating Your Space
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
Toy-Specific Storage Systems
Step2 Debuts a Toy Storage Box for Developing Organizational Skills
Eco-Minded Workout Wear
H&M Unveils a Sustainable Activewear Line to Combat Fast Fashion
Upcoming Inclusive Doll Films
Netflix is Launching Mattel's Black Barbie Origin Story
Witchy Personal Care Capsules
Lush Releases a Line of Products Inspired by the 'Wicked' Movie
Film-Inspired Bright Doll Houses
Mattel Creations Unveils the Mini Mojo Dojo Casa House
Mother-Themed Hat Designs
Mother Hats Offers Stylish Headwear and Empowerment
Life-Size In-Store Countdowns
Toys R Us Asia and Craig & Karl Created an Advent Calendar for All
Doll-Inspired Kids Collections
The PatPat x Barbie Collection Features About 60 Unique Styles
Living Condition Awareness Dollhouses
IKEA's UNWELCOME HOME Doll House Brings Awareness
Sustainable Seasonal Chocolate Treats
PLAYin CHOC Christmas ToyChoc Boxes are Eco-Friendly
Pride-Honoring Bird Figurines
Target Dresses Up the Pride Birds to Celebrate this Month
Playful Eco-Friendly Tech Accessories
The Samsung Eco-Friends Collection Has 55 Products
Play-Inspiring Workshops
LEGO is Sharing a Free Workshop Series Featuring Renowned Creatives
Bilingual Baby Toys
Bebé Fuerte Explores Movement as Play
Miniature Collectible Campaigns
The World’s Smallest Lines are the Focus of Influencer Marketing
Planet-Friendly Organic Clothing
Toby Tiger Offers Ethical and Affordable Kids Clothing for All
Pop Star-Inspired Holiday Dolls
Mattel Presents a Festive Mariah Carey Barbie Doll
Career Aspiration Doll Collections
Barbie introduces the New Dream Besties Lineup
Empowering Movie Industry Dolls
Mattel's 2024 Career of the Year Barbies Celebrate Women in Film
Creativity-Celebrating Week-Long Campaigns
Crayola Education Will Kick Off Crayola Creativity Week
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
Indian Heritage-Inspired Dolls
Barbie and Anita Dongre Team Up to Create a Doll for Diwali
Adorable Inflatable Halloween Characters
Gemmy Industries Debuts a New BT21-Themed Inflatable
Curl Care Dolls
Healthy Roots Dolls Have Washable, Styleable Textured Hair
Makeup-Focused Toy Dolls
MGA Entertainment Introduces the DIY-Informed Yummiland Doll Collection
Sticker Fashion Dolls
Decora Girlz Merge Creative Style Expression and Sticker Play
YouTuber-Inspired Developmental Toys
Spin Master Unveils a New Ms. Rachel Toy Collection
Space-Inspired Toy Collections
Stomp Rocket® Debuts the Space Collection at Target & Toy Retailers
Iconic Doll-Inspired Pink Phones
Mattel is Joining HMD To Create a Real Barbie Flip Phone
Gender-Neutral Stroller Toys
Hart & Hero's Herotron Challenges the Gender Play Gap
Low-Cost Holiday Retailer Guides
The Dollar General Holiday Toy Guide Has Options Under $20
Playful Puppet Baby Toys
Kids Preferred Taps Sesame Street for a Snuggly Baby Accessory Capsule
Frighteningly Festive Candy Products
These New Bazooka Candy Brands Halloween Products are Tasty
Jelly Bean-Inspired Toy Collections
These Jelly Belly Toys Were Created with the Incredible Group
Authentic Asian-American Dolls
The Jilly Doll Celebrates Heritage & Builds Confidence Through Play
Celebratory Monochromatic Dolls
The 65th Anniversary Barbie Signature Doll Collection is Elegant
Festive Eco-Friendly Apparel
EarthyTweens Offers Up a New Clothing Capsule for the Holidays
Phone-Style Counting Toys
Leapfrog's Chat & Count Emoji Phone Mimics a Real Phone to Teach Numbers
Halloween-Inspired Retail Capsules
Target Debuts a New Private-Label Halloween Capsule for October
Tycoon-Style Beauty Games
e.l.f. Cosmetics Launches a Digital Tycoon World on Roblox
Retro-Chic Nostalgic Flip Phones
HMD and Mattel Join Forces on a Bright Pink Barbie Phone
April Fool's Lifestyle Collections
Nugget Introduced Its 'Most Trendiest - High Endiest' Line Yet
Festive Día de Muertos-Dolls
Mattel Creations Transforms Barbie and Ken into Festive Designs
Iconic Pink Doll Trucks
Barbie's Dreamhouse Living Tour Will Make Stops in Florida
Colorblind-Accessible Games
Mattel Commits to Creating Inclusive Play and Game Options