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Individualistic Play

Relying less on schools, parents turn to solo educational toys

Implications - The classroom environment is heavily focused on the whole rather than the individual, which is having parents look for outside options to effectively help children learn on their own. Products designed with the solo child in mind are helping to effectively teach about science through play without the need for formalized lessons.
Trend Themes
1. Individualized Learning - Parents are looking for ways to help children learn on their own, looking for products designed with the solo child in mind.
2. Digital Assistants for Children - Stuffed toys and mats are getting connected to apps to engage kids in learning with greater depth and interactivity.
3. Robotics and Coding Education - Games, educational toys and apps are introducing children to robotics, programming and increasing their problem-solving, critical thinking skills.
Industry Implications
1. Education Technology - The demand for educational technology that integrates with solo learning and promotes hands-on experiences is growing.
2. Children's Toys - The integration of technology and educational components is becoming more prominent in children's toy lines.
3. Language and Multicultural Education - There are growing trends of toys and apps designed to help young children learn foreign languages and increase their awareness of different cultures.
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Featured Examples

Educational Robot Toys
Educational Robot Toys
Codie Takes a Simple Gaming Approach to Teaching Coding to Children
If you were wondering about teaching coding to kids, this robotic toy is the answer. Currently engaged in a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter, Codie is a toy robot designed to teach children... MORE
Robotic Learning Apps
Robotic Learning Apps
LEGO EV3 Programming App Takes the Stage at SXSWedu
If you’ve ever doubted the entertainment and education value of toys, the LEGO EV3 Programming app demoed at SXSWedu 2015 would definitely change your mind. The LEGO MINDSTORMS Education EV3... MORE
Chemistry Table-Teaching Apps
Chemistry Table-Teaching Apps
Toca Lab Helps Kids Learn the Periodic Table in a Fun Way
Toca Labs is a new app from Toca Boca, designed to help kids learn the periodic table. Alike any of its other apps, it is colorful, whimsical and fun. Ech of the elements has a unique personality,... MORE
Informative App-Connected Teddy Bears
Informative App-Connected Teddy Bears
Kids Can Get Answers to Their Questions From the Wikibear
With kids connected more than ever to their smartphones, the Wikibear is a stuffed toy that will have kids wanting cuddly toys again. Although this 11-inch toy looks like just your average teddy a... MORE
Kinetic Spelling Games
Kinetic Spelling Games
Spelling Stomp Has Kids Step on an Interactive Mat to Learn Words
While there are plenty of spelling games that have kids interact with the screen of a mobile device or computer, this concept gets young ones up and moving. As well as having on-screen components,... MORE
play_circle_filledDIY Robotic Spider Kits
DIY Robotic Spider Kits
This Educational Toy Kit Lets You Build, Learn and Play
This educational toy isn’t for everyone, especially not for those who are afraid of spiders. The 6-legged robotic spider is now available for purchase as a DIY kit. This design by Canadian... MORE
play_circle_filledMultilingual Teaching Toys
Multilingual Teaching Toys
'DipDip' is a Plush Panda Capable of Teaching Nine Different Languages
‘DipDip’ is the world’s first multilingual teaching toy designed to help children learn new languages with ease and confidence. The adorable plush panda uses fun interactive games... MORE
Talking Galactic Mat Toys
Talking Galactic Mat Toys
These Talking Planetary Mats Teach Kids Fun Facts About Space
These Talking Planetary Mat toys are the perfect way to get kids interested in learning about space. Featuring illustrations of eight planets plus the moon, this mat delivers fun verbal facts about... MORE
Multilingual Youth Games
Multilingual Youth Games
Monki Home Teaches Language for Kids with Familiar Scenarios
Monki Home is an educational app that teaches multilingual language for kids through experience-based learning. Geared towards kids between the ages of two to six, the app is makes it easy to... MORE

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