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Eco Bonding

Earth-conscious toys that teach mature concepts through play engrain preferable traits

Implications - The age to begin teaching the concepts associated with human life and the environment is steadily becoming a younger one as parents become more concerned with how to teach without coming on too strongly. As such, the utilization of multiplayer, interactive toys that softly introduce mature concepts are taking precedent as an effective means to both socialize a toddler and give them a broader worldview, as desired by the parents. The association of play with reality cohesively reinforces healthy coping abilities as opposed to avoiding important topics in the future.
Trend Themes
1. Eco-conscious Toys - Businesses can create toys made from recycled materials that teach children about sustainability and environmentalism.
2. Interactive Educational Toys - Developers can make toys that teach social and environmental concepts in a fun and interactive manner.
3. Plant-based Art Supplies - Companies can create natural and safe art supplies for children using plant-based materials.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Manufacturing - Businesses can create eco-conscious and educational toys.
2. Educational Technology - Developers can create interactive educational toys.
3. Art Supplies - Companies can create plant-based and non-toxic art supplies for children.
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Tobo Toys' Eco-Friendly Toys for Kids Join with Other Track Playsets
Part puzzle and part track, Tobo Toys are eco-friendly toys for kids that are totally sustainable and non-toxic. These toys are made from an injection molded wooden material that is fibrous and... MORE
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An Eco-Build a Block Set Features Cardboard Blocks Instead of Wood
Building blocks are a developmental staple when it comes to kids toys and the Eco-Build a Block Set is an innovative alternative to wooden counterparts. The Eco-Build a Block Set is made from 100%... MORE
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The Green Story Collection Features Literal Pop-Up Shrubs
The Green Story is a collection children’s book that feature literal plant shrubs inside the pages of the book. The books are illustrated with vibrant photos and contain two individual spots... MORE
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Familiar foods like carrots, spinach, purple sweet potato, red cabbage and flour form the bases of eco-kids’ finger eco-paint set. Whether a child’s creativity is being channeled through... MORE
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The Empathy Toy Instills an Important Emotion in Children
The acquisition of the emotion empathy is not something that is easily done; but that might all change with the Empathy Toy. It is a plaything designed to teach children compassion at a very young... MORE
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This DIY Race Car Bank Art Set is the Perfect Rainy Day Activity
This DIY race car bank set is the perfect activity for artistically inclined kids, or for those who need a quiet activity to balance out a day at the park. A Melissa & Doug product, the playful... MORE

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