Parents might be more concerned about their children's safety more than ever before, but that doesn't stop these top April 2015 youth trends from showing how awesome it is to be a kid today. As though to make up for the extra level of care surrounding children in regards to playtime, bullying and more, technology has swooped into flesh out their days.
From app-implemented board games to educational printing platforms and even tablet game builders, the top April 2015 youth trends are allowing children to explore their creativity and imagination in different ways. To balance these tech-driven trends, the top April 2015 youth collection also features a vest that turns parents into a walking jungle gym, clever packaging that converts into eco-friendly toys and even a garden kit that will get kids outdoors.
Top 70 Youth Trends in April
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Eco Garden Kits
The Vive Planting Set Prepares Kids for Easily Growing Greenery in Their Backyards
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Crafty Marker Scissors
The ColorCutter ShapeShark Transforms Doodles into Creative Cutouts
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Educational Packaging Toys
IDEO.org Creates Eco-Friendly Packaging that Doubles as Playthings
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Eco Popsicle Packaging
Vegetable and Fruit Treats are Wrapped in Green, Recyclable Sleeves
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Cardboard Kids' Desks
Flatpacked Furnishings Teach Youngsters the Process and Logic of Assembly
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Knitted Fin Blankets
This Crochet Mermaid Tail is a Cozy Bundle Inspired by Fantasy Sea Creatures
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Digital Temporary Tattoos
'Magic Tattoos' Come to Life with the Scan of Your Smart Phone
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Toy Inventor Apps
Make Toys with Autodesk's 3D-Printing Tinkerplay App
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Interlocking Eco Toys
Tobo Toys' Eco-Friendly Toys for Kids Join with Other Track Playsets
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Teddy Puzzle Toys
Ozobear Challenges Kids with Twisting 3D-Printed Blocks
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Educational Craft Subscriptions
Green Kid Crafts' Activity Boxes Gift Smarts & Sustainability
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Educational Toy Subscriptions
Spark Box Toys' Rental Service Entertains and Educates
58
Cereal Killer Basketball Shoes
The LeBron 12 Cereal Celebrates LeBron James' Go-To Breakfast
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Animalistic Orange Packaging
NOMsters Boxes Feature Engaging Imagery of Fruit-Eating Beasts
56
Fatherly Playtime Kits
The Cooper Kit Supplies Monthly Dad and Kid Activities
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Personalized Pixel Art
Pixelhobby Turns Photographs into Artful 8-Bit Creations
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App-Controlled Dancing Dolls
Yukai Engineering's iDoll Makes Realistic Moves Directed by a Phone
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Immaculate Beverage Marketing
Innocent Juices Were Rebranded with Decluttered and Haloed Fruits
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Animated Elementary Campuses
This Contemporary Primary School in Kiev is by Dream Design Studio
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Parental Warning Campaigns
Toys R Us' Internet is Not Safe Ads Bring Awareness to Online Searches
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Jungle Gym Vests
The Athletitti Athletic Vest Turns Parents into Mobile Playrounds
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Teachable Handwriting Robots
The CoWriter Project Lets Kids Teach Handwriting & Improve Themselves
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Electronic Skateboard Toys
Hexbug's Tony Hawk Circuit Boards Toys Bring Power to Fingerboards
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Geometrical Public Playgrounds
This Metal-Clad Playground Structure Boasts a Built-In Trampoline
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Potion-Brewing Board Games
The Alchemists Game Requires Players to Invent Magic Potions
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Exotic Snack Packaging
The Tribal Aesthetic of These Edibles Sets It Apart from Competing Brands
44
Kiddie Fashion Stores
Toobydoo Lets You Snag the Latest and Greatest Kids' Apparel
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Girl-Targeted Science Kits
Yellow Scope Produces Creative and Rigorous Science Kits for Girls
42
Tactile Children's Books
This 3D Printed Book Project Helps Young Blind Kids Read Earlier
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Girl-Empowering Campaigns
The Barbie Be Super Movement Embraces the Superhero Culture
40
Terror-Tracking Sleep Devices
The Lully Helps Get Rid of Night Terrors in Children
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Exotic Snack Boxes
Exotic Snacks' Packaging Makes Superfoods for Kids Appealing and Fun
38
Phosphorescent Sound Systems
A Glow-in-the-Dark Speaker is Perfect for Music-Listening at Midnight
37
Play-Powered Pumps
Seesaw Water Filtration System Collects and Cleans H2O Through Fun Activities
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Programmable Educational Balls
The Hackaball Teaches Children How to Code
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Millennial Workout Classes
Self Magazine's Youth Fitness Events Appeal to Its Female Readers
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Educational Printing Platforms
i3D Creatives Introduces 3D Printing Software to Kids
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Brain-Boosting Cereals
FUTURELIFE's Smart Food for Kids Fosters Healthy Development
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Chocolatey Nutrition Bars
This Snack Bar for Kids Contains a Source of Protein, Fiber and Vitamins
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Magazine-Modeled Shopping Sites
The Land of Nod Provides Products Perfect for a Kid-Friendly Home
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3D-Printed Castle Toys
Engineer Mariano Gros Baneres Recreates Elsa's Frozen Castle
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Interactive Game Projectors
The Lumo Interactive Projector Turns Kids' Rooms Into Playgrounds
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Convenient Childwear Boutiques
Smallable Retails Quirky Clothes, Furniture & Toys for Kids Online
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Child Bookworm Subscriptions
The Sproutkit Subscription for Kids Gifts New E-Books Each Month
26
Carbon-Infused LEGO Bricks
The LEGO Ultra Agents Merge Physical and Digital Play
25
Augmented Fantasy Games
Kazooloo Blends a Traditional Fantasy Game with Elements of Digital Play
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Storybook Publishing Services
Mascot Books Helps Authors Turn Novel Ideas Into Printed Realities
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Robotic Learning Apps
LEGO EV3 Programming App Takes the Stage at SXSWedu
22
Kiddie Voyager Kits
A Little Passports Subscription Takes Kids on a New Adventure Each Month
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Breakfast Energy Balls
These Energy Balls Will Give Your Kids a Good Morning Boost
20
Personal Robot Phones
The BOCCO Robot Makes Sending Messages Easier Than Traditional Cell Phones
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Powered Dirt Toys
The MudWatt Science Kit Involves Interest in Science, Tech and the Natural World
18
Energizing Fruit Chews
Honey Stinger's Snacks Provide Sweet, Healthy Bursts of Energy
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Child-Inspired Campaigns
The Museum of Childhood Ads Turn Common Sightings into Whimsical Art
16
Elusive Millennial Manuals
Christopher Anderson Explains How to turn Gen Y into Loyal Customers
15
Pizza-Flavored Salad Dressings
The Chef Kidd's Funagrette Line Offers Children-Targeted Condiments
14
Board Game-Extending Apps
MONOPOLY zAPPed Introduces Mini Games to Enhance the Playing Experience
13
Girls Coding Camps
TechGirlz Runs a Tech-Themed Entrepreneurial Summer Camp for Girls
12
Sci-Fi Battlement Games
XCOM: the Board Game is Played Alongside an App
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Tech Pet Speakers
This Interactive Audio Device Takes the Form of an Adorable Puppy
10
Teddy Bear Speakers
SpotiBear is a 3D-Printed Toy Speaker That Plays Spotify Music
9
Tailored Motherhood Kits
Citrus Lane Ships Out Curated Gift Boxes for Mom and Baby
8
Crafty Clothing Websites
Grana & Mau's Hand-Embroidered Products Inspire Its Site Design
7
Child-Focused Energy Bars
Clif Kid's ZBAR is a Healthy Snack to Keep Energy Levels High
6
Kid-Friendly Frozen Breakfasts
Yogurt on a Stick is a Fun and Energizing Morning Meal for Summer
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Energizing Organic Waffles
Honey Stinger Waffles Help Kids Fuel Up for a Day of Activities
4
Tablet Game Builders
Bloxels' Digital Board Game Lets Kids Create Their Own Challenges
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Abstract Academic Questionnaires
This Educational Survey Platform Measures the Intangible Elements
2
Kiddie E-Book Creators
KDP Kids Software Lets You Design, Upload and Sell Children's Kindle Books
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Cyberbully-Reporting Apps
The Stop!t App Helps Kids Report Cyberbullying in an Easier Manner
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3D-Printed Solar Cars
Students at NTU Created a Futuristic Car Design with Additive Manufacturing
Inexpensive 3D-Printed Cars
Sanya Sihai's Printed Car Exemplifies Affordable Transportation
Public Art Structures
The Vaulted Willow is a Colorful Permanent Installation in an Edmonton Park
Tropical Fitness Fashion
The adidas Originals by the Farm Company Collection is Exotically Casual
Beauty Tutorial Apps
Through Sephora, Map My Beauty Shows How and Where to Apply Cosmetics
Cheeky Health Campaigns
Cancer Awareness Campaign for Colon Health Brings Humor to Buses
Robotic Pancake Printers
The PancakeBot Lets You Print Flapjacks of Different Shapes
Record-Breaking Tiny Drills
Lance Abernethy 3D-Prints the World's Smallest Working Drill
Hybrid Makerspace Machines
BoXZY is an All-In-One 3D Printing Machine, CNC Mill and Engraver
Interactive Abstract Installations
Torqueing Spheres in New York Create Unique Spaces to Explore
Gamer Subscription Services
Loot Crate Delivers Monthly Boxes of Geeky Swag of Video Game Lovers
Symbolic Beverage Branding
Fruit Icon Juice Packaging Uses Succulent Graphics for Global Flavors
Integrated Information Analyzers
Big Data Analytics Platform Harmonizes Statistics in Every Sphere
Toy Inventor Apps
Make Toys with Autodesk's 3D-Printing Tinkerplay App
Digital Makeup Artists
MODA by Foreo 3D Prints Complete Cosmetic Looks in 30 Seconds
Hand-Written Wrappers
Hornea Bakery Packaging Would Come Personalized with Ingredients and Recipes
Rapid 3D Printing Devices
Carbon3D's New Device Drastically Speeds Up 3D Manufacturing
Illuminating DIY Speakers
William Gurstelle Creates a Visually Stimulating Project with PCV Pipes
Rap Lyric Basketball Shoes
The D Lillard 1 Shoe Features Rap Lyrics Written By Damian Lillard
Educational Craft Subscriptions
Green Kid Crafts' Activity Boxes Gift Smarts & Sustainability
Educational Toy Subscriptions
Spark Box Toys' Rental Service Entertains and Educates
Flaring Fitness Fashion (UPDATE)
The NikeLab x sacai Collection Introduces Atypical Silhouettes
Brand-Unifying Campaigns
Coca-Cola is Testing a New Can Design in Spain
Animalistic Orange Packaging
NOMsters Boxes Feature Engaging Imagery of Fruit-Eating Beasts
Fatherly Playtime Kits
The Cooper Kit Supplies Monthly Dad and Kid Activities
Handmade Childrenswear Shops
MumMade is an Online Baby Shop for Handmade Goods
Revitalizing Urban Park Projects
Miami's Metrorail Could Include a Park and Urban Trail
Emoji Tattoo Parlors
Tattly Brings a Temporary Tatt Stall to SXSW for Pop Culture Junkies
Branded Fitness Communities
The Nike Training Club Connects Like-Minded People in a Healthy Way
Custom Lunchbox E-Shops
Yubo Offers Lunchboxes, Containers and Compact Meal Ideas
Biological Cell Printers
BioBots' Medical 3D Printing Machine Creates Functional Living Tissue
Spellbinding Fountain Speakers
The Watershow Sound System Sprays Lit-Up Liquid to the Rhythm
Therapeutic Public Sculptures
This Public Art Installation Adds Character to a Medical Complex
Glowing Fashion Toys
The Lite Brix Encourages Girls to Build a Radiantly Techy-Driven Runway
Date Almond Energy Bars
This Energy Bar is Caffeine-Free and Perfect For Active Kids
Electronic Skateboard Toys
Hexbug's Tony Hawk Circuit Boards Toys Bring Power to Fingerboards
Homemade Energizing Snacks
This Energy Bar Recipe is Vegan, Gluten-Free and Refined Sugar-Free
Punny Juice Packaging
Purearth's Drink Bottles Combine Good Humor and Health
LED Bluetooth Speakers
HeadRush Boasts Illuminating Audio Technology with Distinct Light Patterns
Sparkling Stimulant Drinks
Feel's Healthy Energy Drinks Contain Natural Caffeine and Sugar
Kiddie Fashion Stores
Toobydoo Lets You Snag the Latest and Greatest Kids' Apparel
Sun Protection Jewelry
JUNE is a Wearable Aid to Monitor Sun Exposure
Animal Tissue Box Sculptures
Etsy's Sparkly Pony Shop Makes Tissues More Fun for Kids
Doodled Lunch Campaigns
PopChips UK's Interactive Online Campaign Makes Lunches Exciting
Tactile Children's Books
This 3D Printed Book Project Helps Young Blind Kids Read Earlier
Exotic Snack Boxes
Exotic Snacks' Packaging Makes Superfoods for Kids Appealing and Fun
Phosphorescent Sound Systems
A Glow-in-the-Dark Speaker is Perfect for Music-Listening at Midnight
Streamlined Childcare Platforms
This Parenting App Helps with Trip-Planning and Staying in Touch
Kid-Focused Streetswear Platforms
Yellow Lolly Boasts a Custom Range of Designer Kids Fashions
Rainbow Sound Systems
The JBL Pulse LED Speakers Provide Music and a Light Show
Educational Printing Platforms
i3D Creatives Introduces 3D Printing Software to Kids
All-Encompassing Eco E-Commerce
This Green Shopping Site Has a Wide Variety of Eco-Friendly Goods
Chocolatey Nutrition Bars
This Snack Bar for Kids Contains a Source of Protein, Fiber and Vitamins
3D-Printed Castle Toys
Engineer Mariano Gros Baneres Recreates Elsa's Frozen Castle
Convenient Childwear Boutiques
Smallable Retails Quirky Clothes, Furniture & Toys for Kids Online
Mood-Enhancing Peanut Butter Bites
This Healthy No-Bake Dessert Increases Energy and Tastes Great
Child Bookworm Subscriptions
The Sproutkit Subscription for Kids Gifts New E-Books Each Month
Senior Fitness Stations
Public Workout Stations Help Singapore's Elderly Stay Fit
3D-Printed Paper Products
Mcor Technologies Continues to Revolutionize 3D Printing
Responsive Portable Speakers
Sony's Smart Bluetooth Speaker BSP60 is a Mobile Office Assistant
Look Beyond What's Popular
Better and Faster Tells Business Stories That Win in Their Niches
Branded Yoga Breaks
SXSW 2015 Goers Embrace Healthy Networking in Between Events
Robotic Learning Apps
LEGO EV3 Programming App Takes the Stage at SXSWedu
Kiddie Voyager Kits
A Little Passports Subscription Takes Kids on a New Adventure Each Month
Breakfast Energy Balls
These Energy Balls Will Give Your Kids a Good Morning Boost
DIY Chia Seed Bars
These Healthy Energy Bars Are a Perfect School Snack for Kids
Intuitive Smartphone Robots
MobBob is a Charming 3D-Printed Robot with its Own Set of Legs
Gentle Beekeeping Projects
Crown Bee's Initiative to Protect the Bees Highlights Native Bees
Girl-Targeted Tech Programs
This 3D Printing Project Enables You to Invest in Girls' Education
Digital Birth Control Tracking
Daysy Monitors Women's Ovulation Cycles and Fertility Levels
Better and Faster: #1 in Marketing
Jeremy Gutsche's New Book is an Amazon Hot New Release
Smart Phone Stamps
Snowshoe Stamps Include Chips for Interactive Mobile Marketing
Creamy Smoothie Popsicles
Jonny Pops' Healthy Popsicle Treats Do Good for You & the World
Drawing Tablet Laptops
The Inklet App Uses Force Touch Tech via Styluses to Edit Images on Screen
Female-Focused Festival Lounges
The Ipsos Girls' Lounge Celebrates Beauty and Pampering
Cubed Light Show Speakers
Think Geek's SuperNova LED Light Cube Bluetooth Speaker is Artistic
Powered Dirt Toys
The MudWatt Science Kit Involves Interest in Science, Tech and the Natural World
E-Payment Platforms
cVita's LiveSite Online Payment System Caters to Small Business Owners
Energizing Fruit Chews
Honey Stinger's Snacks Provide Sweet, Healthy Bursts of Energy
Crowdfunded Engineering Games
The Tesla vs Edison Game Completed a Successful Kickstarter Campaign
Glamorous Selfie Phones
The Micromax Canvas Selfie A255 Combines Style and Technology
Peanut Butter Energy Bars
This Chocolate Peanut Butter Energy Bar is Delicious and Nutritious
Mineral-Rich Energy Drinks
Little Big Shot Energy Drinks Do Away with Caffeine and Taurine
Hunting New Possibilities
Better and Faster Shows Change Leading to Entrepreneurial Opportunity
Flexible Boomer Workouts
Spirit50 Addresses Old Age and Health Through Home Fitness Sessions
Soothing Skincare Sprays
Samcos' Herbal Skin Spray Products Have All-Season Applications
Citrusy Tea Beverages
This Tangy Orange Matcha Smoothie Provides a Coffee-Free Energy Boost
Boomer Fitness Centers
Nifty After Fifty Promotes an Active Lifestyle During Classic Years
Girls Coding Camps
TechGirlz Runs a Tech-Themed Entrepreneurial Summer Camp for Girls
800-CEO-READ: Jeremy Gutsche's Better and Faster Receives Rave Reviews on Jack Covert Selects
Automated Emotion
Trend Hunter's Jaime Neely Discusses Her Top Intuitive Technology Products
Self-Empowering Retrospective Ads
YouTube's Dear Me Campaign Gives Advice to Your Younger Self
Compact Camper Vans
Nissan's Ultimate Smart BBQ Camper Car is Suited to Summer Getaways
Homemade Energy Bars
Lindsey Johnson of Hello Natural Creates a Vegan Apricot Cherry Recipe
Consciously Preserved Infant Meals
Pienter Baby Food Develops Kids' Taste Recognition Skills
Tailored Motherhood Kits
Citrus Lane Ships Out Curated Gift Boxes for Mom and Baby
Senior Cycling Programs
Experience Plus Bicycle Training Prepares Over 50s for Adventurous Rides
Nerdy Science Campaigns
The I Love Stem Campaign Features YouTube Vlogger Hank Green
Online Baby Furniture Portals
The Bassett Baby Furniture Line Features Delightful Designs
Crafty Clothing Websites
Grana & Mau's Hand-Embroidered Products Inspire Its Site Design
Tailored E-Commerce Software
PitchPlay's Software Monitors Pay Per Click Campaigns Online
Kid-Friendly Frozen Breakfasts
Yogurt on a Stick is a Fun and Energizing Morning Meal for Summer
Charred Lettuce Salads
This Grilled Romaine Salad Recipe is Infused with Fresh Eggs
Portable Vegan Snacks
These Disney Fruit Crisps are a Healthy All-Natural Snack for Kids
Natural Energy Supplements
EBOOST is a Blend of Vitamins, Minerals and Super-Nutrients
Energizing Organic Waffles
Honey Stinger Waffles Help Kids Fuel Up for a Day of Activities
Kid-Friendly Protein Shakes
SHK's Chocolate Peanut Butter Drink is Made With Organic Ingredients
Clip-On Waterproof Speakers
The Riptide Speaker Features a Sleek Clip-On Design
Wheatless Zoodles Recipes
Carb-Replacing Vegetable Pasta Dishes are Healthy and Delicious
Bizarre Translation Campaigns
Crepe de Chine Intentionally Creates Bad Translations for its Menu
Crumby PB&J Snacks
These Rich and Buttery Crumb Muffins are Made with Peanut Butter and Jelly