The February 2016 youth trends reveal that there is a growing demand for products that engage the mind and the body. Beyond making sure that kids are learning foundational skills, there is also an effort to make sure that children develop healthy lifestyle habits. With products ranging from conversational smart toys to kids crossfit equipment, there is something for every child.
In terms of educational products, there is a continued demand for products that teach coding and robotics. These toys are designed to encourage children, particularly young girls, to explore future careers in STEM fields. These kinds of toys include LEGO-based robotics kits, IOT play sets and smartphone-controlled modular robots.
Beyond educational toys, the February 2016 youth trends reveal a similar demand for products that promote athleticism and healthy lifestyle habits. One of the most interesting examples includes an athletic rope that is designed to get children excited about fitness. Another interesting example is a culinary board game that teaches kids about healthy eating habits.
Top 40 Youth Ideas in February
From Conversational Smart Toys to Kids Crossfit Equipment:
Katherine Pendrill — Feb 28, 2016 — Life-Stages
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Castle-Building Board Games
The 'Castles of Mad King Ludwig' Interactive Board Game is Immersive
39
Tablet Loom Toys
Wooky Entertainment's 'iLoom' Uses Tablet Technology for Bracelet-Making
38
LEGO-Based Robotics Kits
The 'WeDo 2.0' Robotics Kit Debuted at CES 2016
37
Kids Crossfit Equipment
The HearthSong Rope Climber Lets Kids Train and Play at the Same Time
36
Luxurious Kids Clothing Lines
The 'Balmain Kids' Line is Inspired by the High-End Designer Label
35
Customized LEGO Figurines
Funky 3D Faces Enables Users to Create a Custom LEGO Minifig
34
Conversational Smart Toys
The Fisher-Price Smart Toy Panda Features Voice Recognition Technology
33
Supernatural Teenage Games
The Oxenfree Game is a Unique Coming-Of-Age Adventure
32
Colorful Play Tablets
Boogie Board's Scribble n' Play eWriter Lets Kids Doodle in Color
31
Educational Modular Robots
The Unigear Building Block Toy Robot Teaches Robotics and Construction
30
Modular Gaming Robots
The 'ZoZobot' Game Robot Offers Intuitive Fun for the Whole Family
29
Musical Children's Tees
John Paul George & Me is a Shirt Using Conductive Paint for Interaction
28
Imagination-Stimulating Libraries
The Children's Library of Thomas's London Day School is Creative
27
Educational Gang Games
'The Sky is the Limit' is a Board Game That Explores the Dangers of Gangs
26
Empowering Entrepreneurial Toys
Fashion Angels' 'It's My Biz' Toys Inspire Careers in Business
25
Tablet-Connected Building Blocks
This Toy Bridges the Gap Between Physical and Digital Play
24
Children-Tracking Smartwatches
This Smartwatch for Children Keeps the Modern Family Connected
23
Smartphone-Controlled Modular Robots
The 'ZoZbot' Was Debuted by 'Cutthroatrobotics' at CES 2016
22
App-Connected Racetrack Toys
This Bluetooth Race Car Toy Works Alongside an Accompanying App
21
Superhero Sleeping Bags
The Marvel Selk-Bag Sleep System Turns Hero Costumes into Wearable Beds
20
Educational Culinary Board Games
The Creative Kitchen Game is Based on Mystery Box Cooking Comps
19
Online Privacy Children's Books
The Educational Literature for Kids Focuses on IoT Security
18
Eye-Opening Abuse Ads
The Amnesty International Peru Campaign Hones in on Abusive Family Members
17
Creativity-Encouraging Clubs
The Fangirls Fan Club for Teens Includes Making Art and Socializing
16
Wearable Vest Defibrillators
The ZOLL 'LifeVest' Cardiac Defibrillator Senses and Corrects Issues
15
Family-Building Games
'The Family Game' Encourages Low-Tech Bonding and Communication
14
Digital Note-Taking Devices
Boogie Board's Jot 4.5 eWriter Simplifies Digital Drawing and Writing
13
Peer-to-Peer Coding Workshops
This Organization Gives Kids an Opportunity to Teach Other Kids
12
Multipurpose Board Game Tokens
'GameKnight' Poker Chips Add Additional Layers to Existing Games
11
Kid-Friendly Banking Apps
This App Allows Parents to Monitor a Child's Spending Habits
10
IOT Teaching Kits
The 'IQube' Electronics Learning Kit Enables Mini Makers to Learn the Ropes
9
Teen Festival Communities
The DigiTour Fan Club Shares Social Media and Music Festival Updates
8
Droid-Controlling Wearables
The Sphero Force Band Excites Star Wars Fans at CES 2016
7
Homework Help Apps
Tutor App GotIt! is an Inexpensive Solution for Math and Science Advice
6
Micro Camera Drones
TRNDlabs' Toy Drone with Camera is the Smallest in the World
5
Child Crowdfunding Platforms
Sow Plants Seeds When It Comes to Financial Literacy For Kids
4
Multifunctional Maker Motherboards
The 'SCIO' Device Enables One to Learn Code and Much More
3
Child-Ridesharing Apps
The HopSkipDrive App Lets Kids Get Rides From Trusted Adults
2
Gender Neutral Toy Ads
This Toy Commercial Focuses on Eliminating Childhood Gender Stereotypes
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Kid-Friendly Radio Apps
The iHeartRadio Family App is a Dedicated Radio for Kids
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Dedicated Board Game Furniture
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Homey Co-Working Spaces
Communal Office 'Soho Works' Offers a Lounge and Cafe for Employees
Tablet Loom Toys
Wooky Entertainment's 'iLoom' Uses Tablet Technology for Bracelet-Making
Cookie-Icing Robots
This LEGO Mindstorms EV3 Robot Makes Delicious Treats for the Holidays
LEGO-Based Robotics Kits
The 'WeDo 2.0' Robotics Kit Debuted at CES 2016
LEGO Nugget Dispensers
This Building Block Machine Dispenses McDonald's Fast Food for Change
Educational Interlocking Building Blocks
These Toy Blocks Enable Children to Be More Creative
Motor Skill-Improving Playgrounds
'Climbers' by Thomas Luckey are Fun Playgrounds for Children
Baby Streetwear Clothing Lines
'Little Giants Giant Shorties' Reworks Brand Logos for Baby Clothes
Speedy Strategy Games
GG is an Addictive Card Game with a 15 Minute Time Limit
Automated Piano Teachers
The 'ONE' Light Keyboard Guides Players via Light Cues and Tablet Lessons
Portraiture Superhero Shirts
This Minimalist Top Features a Mix of Marvel and DC Comics Characters
DIY Thermal Cameras
The Thermocam Kit Allows Users to DIY Their Own Thermal Imaging Camera
Artistry Teaching Toys
The Dora the Explorer Trace and Learn Projector Teaches Art Basics
Modular Wooden Robots
These 'WooBots' Toys are Made of Wood and Transform Into Various Objects
Emotion-Tracking Wearables
Sentio Solutions' Feel Band is Being Unveiled at CES 2016
Supercharged Internet Systems
The Portal WiFi System is a Revolutionary Router at CES 2016
Personal Mobility Robots
The Segway Robot is One Part Robot, One Part Scooter at CES 2016
Child Computer Kits
The Kano Coding Kit Teaches Children STEM Skills in a Playful Manner
Urban LEGO Skylines
These Iconic City Landscapes are Recreated Using Tiny Toy Building Blocks
Fitness-Inspired Peripherals
The Logitech Yoga Mouse was Unveiled During a Press Event at CES 2016
Co-Branded Feline Toys
Hello Kitty is Given a Mazinger Z Makeover with This Brand New Toy
Modular Arduino Electronics
Microduino Uses Electronic Modules to Help Kids Develop STEM Skills
Conversational Smart Toys
The Fisher-Price Smart Toy Panda Features Voice Recognition Technology
LEGO Skyline Collections
'LEGO Architecture' Kits Allow Kids to Recreate Famous City Skyscrapers
Robot-Carrying Knapsacks
The 'SWIZA Maverick' Drone Protective Bag Enables Safe Transport
Autonomous Car Systems
CES 2016 Introduces Harman LIVS as a Life-Saving Automotive System
Caterpillar Coding Toys
The Think & Learn Code-a-Pillar by Fisher-Price Stimulates Young Minds
Critter-Controlled Toy Cars
The Bug Racer Car is Steered By Real Crickets
Connected External Thermometers
The 'Thermo' WiFi Thermometer Has Been Awarded at CES 2016
Life-Sized LEGO Trains
This Year's Christmas Build from LEGO is a Massive Locomotive
Modular Gaming Robots
The 'ZoZobot' Game Robot Offers Intuitive Fun for the Whole Family
Critter Superhero Cartoons
This Graphic Illustrations Portray Famous Heroes as Animals
Maker Prototyping Gadgets
The tinylab Prototyping System Enables Customized Technology Products
Code-Teaching Robots
The 'Codie' Robot Makes Learning to Code a Fun Activity
Educational Gang Games
'The Sky is the Limit' is a Board Game That Explores the Dangers of Gangs
Fantasy TV Coloring Books
This Game of Thrones Art Book is Ideal for Fans of the Show
Urban Planning Board Games
CitiesUP Allows Participants to Buy and Build Neighborhoods
Device-Charging Monitors
The Acer H7 Monitor Will Debut at CES 2016 Featuring a USB Type-C Port
Deceptive Strategy Card Games
The 'GG' Strategy Card Game Takes Only 15-Minutes to Play
Literary Travel Games
Travelzoo's Map Challenges Bookworms to Win a Literary-Themed Holiday
Roving Tablet Holders
The 'Double 2' Made Its Debut at CES 2016
Kid-Friendly Graffiti Classes
4CATS' 'Express Yo Self' Seminars Teach Children Street Art Tricks
Tablet-Connected Building Blocks
This Toy Bridges the Gap Between Physical and Digital Play
Dual Superhero Cereals
These Flavored Breakfast Mueslis Celebrate the Batman v Superman Movie
Age-Specific Smartwatches
The 'SOS Connected Watch' Premiered at CES 2016
Beloved Caricature Fan Clubs
The Moomin Fan Club Celebrates the Iconic Cartoon and Book Character
IOT Maker Kits
The Adafruit 'Feather HUZZAH' WiFi Start Kit Enables Custom IOT Applications
Grill-Cleaning Robots
This Handy 'Grillbot' Cooking Accessory Debuted at CES 2016
Biometric Security Padlocks
The 'TappLock' Keeps Valuables Under Lock and Fingerprint
Eco-Friendly Computer Peripherals
The 'Rogue Router' File Server System Features a Solar Panel
Jungle-Inspired Fruit Snacks
These Exotic Snacks Packaging are Playful and Vibrant
Illustrative Latte Machines
The Ripple Maker Latte Art Machine Lets Anyone be a Talented Barista
Sneaker-Inspired Trivia Games
'The Sneaker Game' is a Fun Activity for Footwear Fanatics
Smartphone-Controlled Modular Robots
The 'ZoZbot' Was Debuted by 'Cutthroatrobotics' at CES 2016
App-Connected Racetrack Toys
This Bluetooth Race Car Toy Works Alongside an Accompanying App
Bird-Deterring Drones
The Bird-X 'ProHawk' Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Works Like a Digital Scarecrow
Educational Culinary Board Games
The Creative Kitchen Game is Based on Mystery Box Cooking Comps
Building Block Pens
This Writing Utensil is Creatively Made Out of LEGO Bricks
Preliminary Superhero Sketches
These Drawings of the Avengers Show the Characters in Simple Shapes
Creativity-Encouraging Clubs
The Fangirls Fan Club for Teens Includes Making Art and Socializing
Toddler Tablet Cases
The rooCASE 'Starglow' iPad Mini 4 Case Transforms the Tablet into a Toy
Stylish Activewear Headphones
CES 2016 Introduces Urbanears Active's Hellas and Reimers
Child-Occupying Driving Apps
The Honda Road Readers App Delivers Free Audiobooks During Car Rides
Autonomous Tracking Drones
The 'Lily' Smart Camera Drone Follows Users and Features No Controller
Prison-Constructing Games
The Prison Architect Console Game Requires You to Construct a Prison
Family-Building Games
'The Family Game' Encourages Low-Tech Bonding and Communication
Digital Note-Taking Devices
Boogie Board's Jot 4.5 eWriter Simplifies Digital Drawing and Writing
Empowering Underwear Campaigns
This Company Gives High-Performance Underwear to Girls in Need
Remote 3D Printer Controllers
The 'Noah' 3D Printer Management System Streamlines the Process
Folding Laundry Robots
The Laundroid Can be Preprogrammed to Fold and Put Away Clothes
Girl-Specific Science Toys
The Project Mc2 Ultimate Lab Kit Empowers Young Females to Experiment
Multipurpose Board Game Tokens
'GameKnight' Poker Chips Add Additional Layers to Existing Games
Replica Feline Board Games
The Cat-Opoly Creatively Skews Monopoly to Cat Lovers
Miniature Cartoon Character Figurines
The Simpsons Kidrobot Set Celebrates the Show's Anniversary
Children's Yoga Studios
Toronto's Elafun Studio Hosts Yoga Classes for Kids and Teens
Customized Programmable Drones
The 'CoDrone' Programmable Drone Hit Kickstarter After CES 2016
Trippy Romantic Games
'Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime' is a Romantic Game With a Trippy Twist
Rap Feud Video Games
The 'Meeky Mill' Video Game Hilariously Captures the Drake and Meek Mill Fued
Classic Game Emulators
'OpenEmu' is an Open Source Way to Play Games from Systems of the Past
App-Connected Building Blocks
playDXTR Smart Building Blocks Track Cognitive Development in Kids
Horror Film-Inspired Games
The 'Shuffling Horror' Card and Dice Game is Cinematically Themed
Mondrian Basketball Pins
The Neobasketism Pin by Just Visiting is for the Art and Sports Fan
Internet Privacy Devices
The eBlocker Blocks Ads and Trackers from Learning Your Online Habits
Ethical Coding Stories
Detective Dot are STEM-Based Books for Socially Conscious Young People
Swashbuckling Golf Games
The 'Dangerous Golf' Game Doesn't Involve Pristine Golf Courses
Digital Pop Star Communities
The Bieber Fever Fan Club is a Place for Beliebers to Connect Online
Tubular Japanese Papercrafts
These Quirky Piperoid Characters are Made From Cut Paper Rolls
Cybersecurity Training Programs
The Launch of 'CyberVista' Was Made Official at CES 2016
Playful Paper Storage
Tellkiddo's Printed Paper Bags are Ideal for Toy and Book Storage
Game-Improving Golf Sensors
Garmin's 'TruSwing' Golf-Tracking Sensor Improves Golf Swings
Drinking Companion Robots
The Bro-Bot Ensures That You Never Drink Alone
Girl-Targeted Tech Platforms
The Girl Scouts 'Digital Cookie 2.0' Platform Will Debut at CES 2016
Customizable Conservation Showerheads
The Hydrao Smart Showerhead Was Put on Show at CES 2016
Charitable Sci-Fi Communities
Star Wars' 'Force for Change' Initiative Lets Fans Help The Needy
Cost-Free Fan Clubs
The New Metallica Met Club Has Been Overhauled to Feature Exclusive Perks
Cult Cartoon Fan Clubs
The Arthur Fan Club is Grouped by Varying Personal Interests
Recycled Ecological Board Games
The Smart Board Stimulates Kid Creativity with Drawing
Palatial Museum Renovations
The Sursock Museum in Beirut Recently Reopened After Renovations
Smart Fitness Watches
The Fitbit Blaze is a New Fitness Smartwatch Announced at CES 2016
Iconic Combat Games
The Street Fighter V Game Offers Spectacular Gameplay For Modern Gamers
Gaming Puzzle Toys
Learning Game System Puzzlets Gives Kids Coding and Game Development Skills
Ninja Turtle Games
The Mutants in Manhattan Game Features the Return Of the Crimefighting Turtles
Robotic Soup Chefs
These Robot Chefs from China Prepare Ramen Noodle Bowls in 90 Seconds
AR Superhero Displays
This Augmented Reality Mall Stunt Promotes the Batman vs. Superman Film
Resolution-Encouraging Robots
The MOTI Gadget Motivates Consumers to Keep Their New Year's Goals
Vertical Scroller Games
The Downwell Mobile Game Requires You to Battle Enemies Inside a Well
Animated Wellness Manuals
The Pertolongan Pertama Health Brochure is Designed for Growing Teens
Board Game Dinnerware
The 'Eat and Play' Plate Design by Paolo Benevelli Enables Post-Meal Games
Superhuman Archer Donuts
These Decorative Cakes Celebrate the Green Arrow Television Series
Robot Screen Projectors
Cerevo's 'Tipron' is a Mobile Screen Projector Previewed at CES 2016
Exclusive Singer Fan Clubs
The New Mac DeMarco Fan Club is Run by the Singer and His Mom