From from bouncy backyard waterparks to fitness-focused trampolines, the June 2016 kids trends reveal that parents are eager to find new ways to keep their children active this summer.
As usual, there are a number of low-tech options for parents to choose from when it comes to keeping kids entertained outdoors. This includes everything from blow-up bouncy castles equipped with slides and water cannons to pool noodles that allow kids to reenact their favorite scenes from Star Wars. While these toys are sure to provide hours of outdoor fun, they require little to no maintenance for parents.
However, for moms and dads that are looking to upgrade their outdoor equipment, there are a number of high-tech devices that encourage children to stay active and engaged. Indeed, the June 2016 kids trends reveal that parents are increasingly turning to technology to provide children with new playtime experiences. Some examples of high-tech children's toys include smartphone-connected racing games, tablet-integrated trampolines and realistic robot dogs.
Top 50 Kids Ideas in June
From Bouncy Backyard Waterparks to Activity-Encouraging Trampolines:
Katherine Pendrill — Jul 1, 2016 — Life-Stages
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Rolling Robotic Toys
This Robot Companion Helps Children with Developmental Disorders
49
School Lunch Subscription Services
This Service Supplies Parents with Prepackaged Lunches
48
Juvenile Education 3D Printers
The 'MiniToy' 3D Printer System Enables Kids to Learn STEAM
47
Hanging Kid Cabanas
The Go! HangOut HugglePod Beach Cabana is a Kid-Friendly Outdoor Hangout
46
Kid-Friendly Inflatable Watercrafts
The Sea-Doo Inflatable Water Scooter is for Young Riders
45
Reusable Child Juice Containers
The 'Juicy' Drink Box Lets Parents Ditch Disposable Juice Boxes
44
Braille Alphabet Toys
These Building Block Toys Encourage Literacy and Inclusion
43
Coloring Tape Rolls
This Washi Tape Design is Like a Coloring Book in Adhesive Roll Form
42
Kid-Friendly Collage Apps
The Pic Collage App Helps Children Make Collages for School Projects
41
Personalized School Supply Deliveries
This Company Sends Parents Custom School Supply Kits
40
Kid-Friendly Ice Creams
This Sugar-Free Ice Cream Range is Designed for Kids
39
Chalkboard Wall Homes
Child-Friendly Living Areas Let Little Ones Draw on the Walls
38
Realistic Robotic Dogs
Wowwee's Robot Dog CHiP Will Act Similar to a Real Dog
37
Classroom-Friendly Standing Desks
The UpGrade System is Designed to Help Kids Stay Active
36
Activity-Encouraging Trampolines
The Springfree Trampoline Encourages Kids to Get More Exercise
35
Bouncy Backyard Waterparks
The Magic Time Titan Falls Inflatable Water Slide and Pool is Expansive
34
Kid-Coding Wearable Tech
The Mover Kit by Technology Will Save Us Fosters Invention and Creativity
33
Ballet Dancer Barbie Dolls
The Latest Shero Barbie Doll Honors Famous Ballerina Misty Copeland
32
Yoga-Posing Plushies
The Meddy Teddy Encourages Children to be Healthier and More Mindful
31
Kid-Friendly Rice Packaging
Tilda's Basmati Rice for Kids is Branded with Charming Characters
30
Children's Luxury Villas
The 'Pineapple Villa' is Inspired by the Classic Kid's Show Spongebob
29
School Bus-Tracking Apps
The Here Comes the Bus App Helps Parents Get Their Children to School
28
DIY Racing Drone Kits
The Makerfire BIBI BIRD 210 Quadcopter Kit is Focused on Speed
27
Competitive Slingshot Catch Games
The Djubi Classic Slingshot Game Offers a New Take on Catch
26
Real-Time Driving Games
In a Moving Car, 'Mr. Bear Driver' Teaches Kids to Follow Traffic Rules
25
3D-Printed Marble Mazes
This DIY Marble Machine Toy Explores Fantastical Architecture
24
Child-Targeting Water Bottles
Smarty Pants Water Taps into Kids Desires to Outwit Adults
23
Printable Gaming Consoles
This DIY Game Boy Works as a Handheld Video Game Emulation Station
22
Multifunctional Flatbed Swings
The HearthSong 'SkyCurve' Backyard Swing Supports Up to Four Kids
21
UV-Blocking Kiddie Pools
The Roarin' Shark Inflatable Pool Provides Heat Relief and Sun Protection
20
Flotation Device Swords
The Star Wars Lightsaber Pool Noodles Allow Kids to Safely Duel
19
Back-to-School Scrapbooking Apps
'ScrapPad' Helps Parents with Print and Digital Scrapbooking
18
Printed Naval Games
This Battleship Game Recreates a Classic Guessing Game with 3D Printing
17
Charitable Back-to-School Supplies
The Whole Foods Market x PBS KIDS Campaign Benefits Young Minds
16
Three-Wheeled Trick Scooters
The Yvolution 'Y Fliker Carver C5' Drifting Scooter is Extreme
15
Farming Kindergarten Programs
Vo Trong Nghia Educates Children on Growing Their Own Food
14
Redesigned Puzzle Boards
The Classic Tic Tac Toe Board is Reimagined with 3D Printing
13
Safety-Focused Kid Watches
The Xiaomi 'Mi Bunny' Allows Parents to Keep Tabs on Youngsters
12
Social Avatar Apps
Miitomo is a Customizable App That Reveals Fun Facts About Friends
11
Informative Electric Circuit Games
'Squishy Circuits' Explains Electric Circuits Using Play Dough
10
Cooperative Card Games
'Spaceteam' Challenges Players to Work Together to Save a Breaking Rocket
9
Smartphone-Connected Racing Toys
The 3D-Printed 3DRacers Create Smart Racing Car Games
8
Introductory Coding Kits
The 'Awesome Shield' At-Home Code School Offer Hands-On Experience
7
Retro 3D-Printed Games
'Four in a Row' Reinterprets a Classic Game with Additive Manufacturing
6
Dual-Purpose Cuddling Toys
The Babyera Cuddling Toy Blanket Provides a Two-in-One Design
5
Scientific Research Apps
Google's Science Journal App Helps Anyone Conduct Thoughtful Research
4
Toy Transplant Campaigns
This Organ Donation Awareness Program Gives Broken Plush Toys New Limbs
3
Mother's Day Crafting Classes
This Art Class Gives Kids a Fun Way to Celebrate Mother's Day
2
Youth-Focused TV Streaming Services
The Sky Now TV 'Kids Pass' Offers Exclusive Access to Content
1
Parental Restriction Subscription Services
Circle Go Helps Manage Kid's Devices Outside the Home
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Optical Open-Source Telescopes
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DIY Cardboard Toys
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DIY Entertainment Systems
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Standing Desk PC Systems
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DIY 3D-Printed Video Games
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3D-Printed Pinhole Cameras
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Braille Alphabet Toys
These Building Block Toys Encourage Literacy and Inclusion
Self-Sustaining Villages
The ReGen Community is Able to Create its Own Energy and Food
3D-Printed Pinball Games
This Two-Player Pinball Game Puts a Creative Twist on Tabletop Football
Kid-Friendly Design Books
This Children's Art Book is Designed to Teach Readers About Color
Streaming POV Pet Toys
The 'PlayDate' Dog Toy Features a WiFi-Connected Camera
Enormous Lettuce Factories
SPREAD Co.'s Sustainable Agricultural System Addresses Food Security
Architectural Bathtub Toys
WATERSCAPE Lets Kids Build Floating Cities in the Tub
Drone Wedding Photography
This Drone Aerial Photography Captures Stunning Scenes
Coloring Tape Rolls
This Washi Tape Design is Like a Coloring Book in Adhesive Roll Form
LEGO-Inspired Apartments
HAO Design Creates a Playful Home Perfect for Families
Kid-Friendly Ice Creams
This Sugar-Free Ice Cream Range is Designed for Kids
Gesture-Control Denim Jackets
The Levi's Jacquard Connected Jacket is Packed with Smart Features
Playfully Printed Dinnerware
The 'Chil-Dish Project' Has Kids Create 3D-Printed Designs and Dishes
Classroom-Friendly Standing Desks
The UpGrade System is Designed to Help Kids Stay Active
Personalized Mother's Day Boxes
The Little Flower Soap Co Offers Custom Beauty Subscription Kits
Approved Hospital Robots
Panasonic's Hospi type R is Cleared for Personal Care Duties
Discreet In-Ground Trampolines
The In-Ground Trampoline Kit is a More Permanent Option
Bouncy Backyard Waterparks
The Magic Time Titan Falls Inflatable Water Slide and Pool is Expansive
Drone-Stashing Backpacks
The D1 Drone Backpack Keeps Your DJI Phantom Safe
Luxe Police Autos
The Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Cop Cars are Designed for Special Operations
Kid-Coding Wearable Tech
The Mover Kit by Technology Will Save Us Fosters Invention and Creativity
Automatic Pool Cleaners
The Aquabot Elite Robot Pool Cleaner Offers 360-Degree Cleaning
Micro Computing Tutorial Kits
This Raspberry Pi Tutorial Kit Helps You Pick Up Coding Skills
Modular Organization Desks
The LinaDura 'Recto Verso D1' Freestanding Desk Keeps Items Organized
Kid-Friendly Festival Accessories
This Feather Crown Kit Helps Kids Make a Concert-Ready Accessory
Comically Insulting Card Games
This New Cards Against Humanity Game Mocks Donald Trump
Mother-Daughter Tea Parties
The Eloise at the Plaza Event is Intended for Mothers and Their Kids
Affordable Polished Drones
The Xiaomi MI Drone is Teased and the Prospect is Promising
DIY Arcade Machines
This Arcade Machine is Made Using a Raspberry Pi 2 Computer
Oversized Coloring Canvases
Perfectly Smitten's Giant Coloring Book Page is Ideal for Classrooms
Competitive Slingshot Catch Games
The Djubi Classic Slingshot Game Offers a New Take on Catch
Advanced Micro Computers
The MiQi Micro Computer Features a Quad Core CPU
Emotional Intelligence Robots
Povi is a Storytelling Toy That Sparks Thoughtful Conversations
Suspended Luxury Loungers
The 'SkyBed' Suspended Swing Lounge Provides Weightless Relaxation
Visual School Vocabulary Apps
This App Helps Children Get to Know People and Objects at School
DIY Insect Robots
The 'Antbo' Insect Robot Can be Assembled and Programmed by Anyone
Toy-Incorporating Game Platforms
The 'Yibu' Gaming Platform Blends Real World Toys with Digital
Mother's Day Gift Sets
The 1-800-Flowers Gift Set Includes a Mix of Roses and High-End Makeup
Hotel Gardening Initiatives
'AccorHotels' is Growing Its Own Produce in Order to Reduce Food Waste
Multifunctional Home Robots
The Nxrobo 'Big-i' Features a Soft Exterior and Powerful Components
Gesture-Controlled Drone Accessories
The Handrone Accepts Flying Commands Using Finger Movements
Modular Children's Forts
Mon Petit Art's Kid-Friendly Construction Kit Builds a DIY Play Room
DIY Trophy Racing Games
Xmodule Rewards Players with 3D-Printable Car Trophies
Mechanical 3D Puzzles
The Ukrainian Gears is a Dimensional Puzzle That Offers an Added Challenge
Fashion-Inspired Robot Arms
The Kiyouki Amano 'Arm Skirt' Offers Wearers a Helping Set of Hands
Roll-Up Standup Paddleboards
Ten Toes iSUP Board is Conveniently Portable With an Inflatable Shape
3D-Printed Aluminum Guitars
Olaf Diegel's Latest Guitar is the First Instrument Of Its Kind
Educational Programming Kits
The Arduino Learning Board Has Over 15 Mini Projects to Perform
Building Block Pizzas
This Inedible Piece of Pizza is Recreated Using Colorful LEGO Bricks
Robotic Youth Coding Instructors
The Root Robot is Programmed to Educate Children on HTML
Southern Art Museum Hotels
The 21c Hotel Louisville is a Hybrid Art Gallery and Boutique Hotel
Tasty Mother's Day Giveaways
This Wienerschnitzel Promotion Rewards Moms with a Free Meal
Global Food Artwork
United Nation's Shares an International Group Installation on Food
Songstress Smartphone Games
The Demi Lovato Mobile Game Chronicles a User's Path to Stardom
UV-Blocking Kiddie Pools
The Roarin' Shark Inflatable Pool Provides Heat Relief and Sun Protection
Remote-Controlled Security Robots
The Home Patrolling Robot is Controlled via Smartphone
Conversational AI Assistants
'Google Assistant' Introduces the Next Generation of Google Now
Flotation Device Swords
The Star Wars Lightsaber Pool Noodles Allow Kids to Safely Duel
VR Farm Tours
This McDonald's Initiative Aims to Connect Consumers with the Company's Suppliers
Back-to-School Scrapbooking Apps
'ScrapPad' Helps Parents with Print and Digital Scrapbooking
Standing Scooter Golf Carts
The 'Caruca' Golf Scooter Offers a Functional Ride Around the Course
Printed Naval Games
This Battleship Game Recreates a Classic Guessing Game with 3D Printing
Charitable Back-to-School Supplies
The Whole Foods Market x PBS KIDS Campaign Benefits Young Minds
Arboreal Crayon Boxes
Mon Petit Art's Pencil Crayon Tree is a Fun and Functional Decor Accent
Historical Mother's Day Parties
This Mother's Day Soirée Takes Guests Back to the Roaring Twenties
Interactive AI Robots
The Samsung 'Otto' Robot Prototype was Unveiled by the Brand
VR Smartphone Platforms
Google Daydream is an Android Version That's Optimized for VR
Mother's Day Cooking Classes
This Event Teaches Moms and Their Children How to Make Brunch
Millennial-Targeted Streaming Services
This Streaming Service Features Shorter Original Content
3D-Printed Toy Drones
The Firefly Drone Features Components Created Using a 3D Printer
Gaming Keyboard Joysticks
The 'KeyStick' is a Nylon Plastic Tool to Transform Ordinary Keyboards
Prenatal Puree Pouches
Happy Mama's Fruit and Vegetable Blends are Portable and Nourishing
Indoor Playground Workshops
Sprouts Kids Hosts Family-Friendly Fitness, Play and Dance Workshops
Maternal Ice Cream Flavors
Baskin-Robbins' Mom's Makin' Cookies Ice Cream Celebrates Mother's Day
Enriching Games Apps
The PBS Kids Games App Keeps Children Stimulated Via Fun Games
Underwater Music Performances
AquaSonic is a Water Band That Performs in Aquariums
Stream-Unblocking Services
StreamJack Helps You Unblock Streaming Services & Protect Your Privacy
Vegan-Friendly Pizzas
Whole Foods' 365 Everyday Value Brand is Now Carrying a Simple Vegan Pizza
Attendance-Tracking Apps
The Truenorthlogic App Helps Save Teachers' Time and Effort
DIY Chess Sets
This Micro Chess Set Can Be Made at Home with a 3D Printer
Safety-Focused Kid Watches
The Xiaomi 'Mi Bunny' Allows Parents to Keep Tabs on Youngsters
Baby-Proof Plug Covers
The 'Plug Perfect' Plug Cover Limits Access to Outlets for Youngsters
Compact Height-Adjustable Desks
Opløft Makes a Workspace Work for You, Even in Small Spaces
3D-Printed Cookie Cutters
The CookieCaster Platform Helps Users Create Custom Cookie Cutters
Nostalgic Drink Releases
The Hi-C Ecto Cooler Makes a Comeback for the 'Ghostbusters' Reboot
Mother's Day Zoo Events
The Toronto Zoo is Celebrating Moms of the Human and Animal Variety
Retro 3D-Printed Games
'Four in a Row' Reinterprets a Classic Game with Additive Manufacturing
Toddler-Friendly Nature Programs
The Sprouts Parent and Tot Play Program Helps Kids Explore Nature
Cockroach-Inspired Robots
The VelociRoACH Robot is Capable Of Climbing Up Stairs
Attack-Blocking Protection Plugins
SaaS Startup Sqreen is an Automated Protection Platform
Live TV Streaming Services
The Latest Hulu Platform is a Live TV Service for Cord-Cutters
Self-Replying Messaging Apps
The Google Allo Platform Sends Predictive Text Responses
Mobile LTE Hotspots
The SuperNova LTE Hotspot Offers Free Connectivity from FreedomPop
Gamified Dental Devices
The Playbrush Turns Children's Toothbrushes Into Gaming Controllers
Instantly Accessible Apps
'Google Instant Apps' are Android Apps That Run Without Being Installed
Sadistic Robot Simulators
This Virtual Reality Movie Puts Viewers in the Hands of a Cruel Robot
Farming Underwater Drones
The SeaDrone Analyzes Surroundings Underwater More Efficiently
eCommerce Video Streaming Services
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Family-Friendly Projectors
This Mini Cinema Projector Allows Parental Control Over Content
Automated Floor Sweepers
The O-Cedar 'O-Duster' Floor Cleaning Robot Gets into Hard-to-Reach Areas
VR Content-Recording Drones
The Janus 360 Video Drone Records Footage for VR Experiences
Mother's Day Scavenger Hunts
This Scavenger Hunt Serves as a Fun Way to Celebrate Mother's Day
Organ Delivery Drones
Ehang is Developing a Drone That Can Carry Pig Organs to Save Lives
Dynamic VR Headsets
The Google Virtual Reality Headset is Optimized for Android
Streamlined Sheet Music Apps
The Musicnotes App Helps You Access, Read and Print Sheet Music
Inclusive Video Calling Apps
Google 'Duo' is a New Video Calling App for iOS and Android
Dairy-Free Coconut Desserts
The 'Nada Moo!' Line of Frozen Desserts Can Be Enjoyed by Vegans
360-Degree Advergames
Turkish Airlines' 'WingoFlies' is the First-Ever 360 YouTube Video Game
Digital Home Assistants
Google Home is a Digital Assistant That will Make Home Life Easier
Historic Tour Apps
This App Helps Tourists Learn About the History Of the Paint Creek Scenic Byway
Familial App-Sharing Services
Google's Family Library Allows Consumers to Collectively Use Apps
Bug-Like Spy Drones
This Flying Spy Drone Attaches to Walls Like a Bug
Social School Supply Services
This Charitable Program Encourages Donation Of Free School Supplies
Expanding Music Streaming Services
Google Play Music Podcasts is the Next Evolution of the Product
Kidney Health Microchips
This Organ-Simulating Microchip Helps in Testing Medications Accurately