As well as providing entertainment, many of the top April 2016 toys are meant to help kids develop creativity, confidence and other positive traits that will serve them well throughout life.
In order to encourage a child's inner artist to flourish in a way that does not leave parents on cleanup duty, toymakers are creating a range of mess-free toys that make it possible for kids to neatly play with mock snow, glitter and sticker sets.
Another key theme is the emergence of gender-neutral playthings, which is being seen in the development of inclusive toys like dolls, dollhouses, kitchen sets and playhouses that appeal to young boys as well as girls. On the opposite side of the spectrum, girls are being enticed with action figures and science kits, which are typically marketed towards boys.
Top 45 Toy Ideas in April
From Boy-Specific Dollhouses to Anti-Mess Glitter Toys:
Laura McQuarrie — Apr 23, 2016 — Life-Stages
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Two-in-One Juvenile Wheelbarrows
The 'Nest' Draws Inspiration from a Garden Wheelbarrow
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Modeling Doll Campaigns
This Campaign Features a Doll of Derek Zoolander and Barbie on Instagram
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Kids Coding Toys
The 'Cubetto' Enables Children to Learn Programming in a Fun Way
42
Interchangeable Collector Figures
'My Mini Mixie Q's' Toy Figures Can be Customized by Kids
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Night Light Toys
The LeeLuu Collection is Controlled by Touch
40
Cardboard Building Block Branding
The Packaging for GIGI Bloks is Made from Sustainable Materials
39
Confidence-Boosting Cameras
Soo Mok's Children's Cameras Give a Friendly Way to Form Interactions
38
Realistically Proportioned Male Dolls
The Male Lammily Doll Boasts Realistic Body Proportions
37
Wooden IoT Toys
'Dendama' Transforms Traditional Kendama Toys with the Internet of Things
36
Advanced Chess-Inspired Games
The Kerak Strategy Board Game Blends Elements of Different Games
35
Collectible Comic Book Plushies
These Batman Stuffed Toy are Modeled After Classic Characters
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Architectural LEGO Exhibits
'The Art of Architecture' Exhibit Features Landmarks Made Out of LEGO
33
Faux Precipitation Toys
The Indoor Snow Kit Can be Used Over and Over Without Melting
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Customizable Toy Figurines
The Disney Princess Little Kingdom Royal Sparkle Collection is Petite
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Gender-Inclusive Kitchen Sets
KidKraft's Retro Kitchen Toy Targets Aspiring Young Chefs
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Sticker-Shooting Toys
The Glow Show Sticker Launcher Lets Kids Get Creative with Bedroom Stickers
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Robotic Educational Kits
The Sony Global Education 'KOOV' Kit Focuses on Teach Kids STEM
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Edible Bunny Masks
This Bunny Chocolate on a Stick Doubles as an Easter Mask
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Gender-Neutral Science Kits
This Educational Toy Introduces Kids to Science at a Young Age
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Chopstick-Teaching Toys
The Manners Fish Chopstick Training Toy Teaches Children to Eat Well
25
Growth-Accommodating Toys
The 'Friendimal' Riding Toy Expands in Size to Accommodate Growing Kids
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Chocolate Egg-Decorating Kits
This Easter Craft Helps Kids Personalize Egg-Shaped Chocolates
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Meticulous Mess-Free Toys
The Aquabeads Frozen Playset Gets Kids Excited About Bead Art
22
Boy-Specific Dollhouses
This Dollhouse for Boys Boasts a Neutral Design Aesthetic
21
Stimulating Infant Gyms
The Skip Hop Treetop Friends Baby Gym Features 17 Developmental Activities
20
Heroic Female Action Figures
The 'DC Super Hero Girls' were Collaboratively Created by DC & Target
19
Infant-Targeted Robots
These Mechanical Toys are Designed to Help Children Relate to Robots
18
Kid-Friendly Sneaker Kits
This Custom Sneaker Kit is Designed for Artistic Children
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Comunicative Plush Toys
'Talkies' Allow Kids to Receive and Send Voice Messages
16
Wooden Warrior Figurines
These Wood Figures are Inspired by Epic Warriors Throughout Time
15
Gargantuan Inflatable Flamingos
This Massive Pink Lawn Flamingo Blows Up to a Height of 11-Feet
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DIY Toy Robot Kits
The 'Tio' Robotic Building Block System Lets Kids Create Complex Toys
13
Collectible Feline Figurines
These Hello Kitty McDonald's Toys Were Launched in Singapore Stores
12
Pocket-Sized Frisbees
The 'Foldee' Soft Frisbee is Designed for a Quick Game, Anywhere
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Medieval Architecture Puzzles
The Game of Thrones King's Landing 4D Puzzle is Ornately Detailed
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Gender-Neutral Playhouses
Smoby's 'Friends House' Includes Boys in Home-Centered Imaginary Play
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Anti-Mess Glitter Toys
The Melissa & Doug Mess-Free Glitter Foam Stickers Require Zero Cleanup
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Anime Collector Toys
The New Yo-Kai Watch Toy Line from Hasbro Takes on the Western Market
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Mythical Equestrian Collectibles
The My Little Pony: Guardians of Harmony Toy Line is Majestic
6
Interactive Audio Tables
HELLO WORLD! is a Magic Table That Brings Inanimate Objects to Life
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Scented Keychain Collectibles
The New Whiffer Sniffers Collectible Toys are Deliciously Themed
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TV Puppet Collectibles
These Muppets Action Figures Celebrate the Iconic Comedy Characters
3
Mosaic Artwork Toy Sets
Elmer's Sparkle Mosaic Masterpieces Allows Kits to Create without Liquids
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Electric Building Blocks
The Brixo Electric Blocks Add Interactivity To Your Lego Builds
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Talking Toy Buttons
'Pechat' Turns Playthings into Interactive Talking Toys
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Kids Coding Toys
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Interchangeable Collector Figures
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Paint-Dripped Logos
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Snapchat-Only Ad Agencies
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Realistically Proportioned Male Dolls
The Male Lammily Doll Boasts Realistic Body Proportions
Huggable Subway Ads
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Wooden IoT Toys
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Collectible Comic Book Plushies
These Batman Stuffed Toy are Modeled After Classic Characters
Rewarding Canine Toys
The Wobble Ball 2.0 Dispenses Treats Upon Task Completion
Customizable Toy Figurines
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Gender-Inclusive Kitchen Sets
KidKraft's Retro Kitchen Toy Targets Aspiring Young Chefs
Multi-Use Baby Bassinets
The Babyhome 'Air' Bassinet is Designed with New Parents in Mind
Stylish Nursery Wall Coverings
This Nursery Mural from York Wallcoverings Decorates a Room Fast
Sticker-Shooting Toys
The Glow Show Sticker Launcher Lets Kids Get Creative with Bedroom Stickers
Robotic Educational Kits
The Sony Global Education 'KOOV' Kit Focuses on Teach Kids STEM
Four-in-One Baby Beds
The Lulyboo Baby Lounge Travel Bed is a Multi-Use Product for New Babies
Gender-Neutral Science Kits
This Educational Toy Introduces Kids to Science at a Young Age
Designer Disney Accessories
Kate Spade New York's Minnie Mouse Collection is Playful and Chic
Cartoon Face Masks
The Winnie the Pooh Skincare Sheet Masks Transform the Wearer into a Bear
Refugee Princess Photography
Saint Hoax Has Captured Syrian Refugees as Disney Princesses
Chocolate Egg-Decorating Kits
This Easter Craft Helps Kids Personalize Egg-Shaped Chocolates
Meticulous Mess-Free Toys
The Aquabeads Frozen Playset Gets Kids Excited About Bead Art
Boy-Specific Dollhouses
This Dollhouse for Boys Boasts a Neutral Design Aesthetic
Encouraging Female Bravery
Reshma Saujani’s Talk About Bravery Focuses on Female Empowerment
Alpine Walkie-Talkies
This Device Turns Any Smartphones into a Short-Range Walkie-Talkie
Toy-Inspired Face Cleaners
The Hello Kitty Facial Cleansing Brush Offers Four Modes for Cleaning
Revolutionary Work Spaces
Clive Wilkinson’s Talk on Office Culture Focuses on Design and Layout
Stimulating Infant Gyms
The Skip Hop Treetop Friends Baby Gym Features 17 Developmental Activities
Infant-Targeted Robots
These Mechanical Toys are Designed to Help Children Relate to Robots
Romantic Mermaid Rings
'The Little Mermaid' Engagement Ring Features Fishtails in the Band Design
Comunicative Plush Toys
'Talkies' Allow Kids to Receive and Send Voice Messages
Gargantuan Inflatable Flamingos
This Massive Pink Lawn Flamingo Blows Up to a Height of 11-Feet
DIY Toy Robot Kits
The 'Tio' Robotic Building Block System Lets Kids Create Complex Toys
Collectible Feline Figurines
These Hello Kitty McDonald's Toys Were Launched in Singapore Stores
Colic-Discouraging Bottles
The Born Free 'Breeze' Baby Bottle Design Encourages Healthy Eating
Medieval Architecture Puzzles
The Game of Thrones King's Landing 4D Puzzle is Ornately Detailed
Anti-Mess Glitter Toys
The Melissa & Doug Mess-Free Glitter Foam Stickers Require Zero Cleanup
Anime Collector Toys
The New Yo-Kai Watch Toy Line from Hasbro Takes on the Western Market
Mythical Equestrian Collectibles
The My Little Pony: Guardians of Harmony Toy Line is Majestic
All-In-One Baby Bottle Kits
Tommee Tippee's Baby Starter Kit Provides Bottles, Brushes and More
Interactive Audio Tables
HELLO WORLD! is a Magic Table That Brings Inanimate Objects to Life
Personalized Baby Pacifiers
RaZbaby Helps Parents Create Custom Pacifier Designs
Scented Keychain Collectibles
The New Whiffer Sniffers Collectible Toys are Deliciously Themed
Heart Rate-Monitoring Cameras
The 'Cocoon Cam' is a Newborn Monitoring Device with Neat Features
TV Puppet Collectibles
These Muppets Action Figures Celebrate the Iconic Comedy Characters
Mosaic Artwork Toy Sets
Elmer's Sparkle Mosaic Masterpieces Allows Kits to Create without Liquids
Dynamic Data-Driven Clocks
PLAN-NET is a Next-Generation IoT Table Clock
Smartphone Hiking Systems
TREK TRACK is a Smart System That Improves Hiker Safety
Talking Toy Buttons
'Pechat' Turns Playthings into Interactive Talking Toys
Smart Home Monitoring Systems
The SwannOne Home Monitoring System is Completely Customizable
Postal Smartphone Apps
'POSTIE' Helps Smartphone Users Deliver Handwritten Messages
Gamified Shoveling Apps
Dig-Log Turns Snow Shoveling from Labor to a Fun Activity