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
Competitive Slingshot Catch Games
The Djubi Classic Slingshot Game Offers a New Take on Catch
27
DIY Racing Drone Kits
The Makerfire BIBI BIRD 210 Quadcopter Kit is Focused on Speed
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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Screen-Free Learning Devices
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Kid-Focused Water Brands
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Phone-Free Crafting Experiences
Pinterest Brought a Phone-Free Experience to the Desert
Decor-Friendly Developmental Toys
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Self-Balancing Baby Bikes
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Personalized Learning Activities
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Playful Learning Collections
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Expansive Summer-Ready Baby Foods
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Audio Adventure Backpacks
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Thematic Basketball Experiences
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Interactive Toy Experiences
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Family-Friendly Bike-Themed Events
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Multi-Sensory Creative Toy Capsules
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Rural Running Vacations
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Cellular-Connected Kids Smartwatches
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Entertainment-Powered Retail Experiences
AT&T Brings Toy Story 5 to Interactive Store Activations
Screen-Free Children's Audio Toys
Tonies Introduces Three New Products for Littles
Children-Focused Tech Lines
MyFirst Specializes in Technology Products for Children
Modernized Nostalgic Toys
Tin Can Offers a Novel Approach to Children's Communication
3D-Printed Fidget Toys
Jigglets are Produced with Less Waste Than Traditional Toys
Junior Kitchen Products
KitchenAid Kids Helps Children Participate in Age-Safe Cooking Experiences
AI-Powered STEM Camp Directories
AI is Optimizing a STEM Summer Camp Directory
Water-Friendly Plush Toys
Moosh-Moosh's Aqua Plushies Makes a Splash for Summer Water Play
Screen-Free Entertainment Toys
The Toniebox 2 Engages Kids with Stories, Sounds, Music & Games
Adults-Only Summer Camps
Buffalo Trace Distillery's Camp Buffalo Trace Was Made for Bourbon Lovers
Summer Wellness Pubs
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Playful Modular Kids Sofas
The Twiny Sofa System Turns into a Table and Play Zone Within Seconds
Immersive Cartoon Theme Parks
Six Flags' Looney Tunes Land Brings Classic Characters to Life
Seasonal Pet Care Capsules
PetSafe® Unveils a Collection of Pet Essentials for the Summer
Playful Freezable Lunch Boxes
PackIt Presents a New Design for Its Freezable Playtime Lunch Box
Backyard Electric Ride-Ons
Garvee Launched its 'Ride-On Toys Collection'
Kid-Friendly Press-On Nails
Pressies by Olive & June are Designed and Fitted for Kids and Tweens
Berry-Inspired Kids Makeup Kits
Jovy Represents a Significant Advancement in Children's Cosmetics
Interactive Juice Boxes
Suntop's Mega Back to School Campaign Integrates Connected Packaging
Kid-Focused Screen-Free Learning Kits
Bellybees is Expanding Beyond Baby Food into a New Category
Multi-Year Footwear Partnerships
Nike and LEGO Team Up for a New Kid-Centric Collaboration
Summer Camp-Inspired Travel Experiences
EF Ultimate Break Debuts Camp Ultimate, Targeting Gen Z
Toy-Inspired Music-Themed Workshops
The LEGO Group Launches Its Final Creativity Workshop of 2025
Tech-Enriched Sports Equipment
The 'GOAL' Concept by Yewon Lee Encourages Physical Activity
Portable Color-Changing Lanterns
The Tickit Sensory Glow Lantern is Made to Go Wherever Kids Go
Snack-Inspired Pool Packs
The Garden Veggie Splash Pack Shares Playfully Shaped Summer Essentials
Screen-Free Interactive Gaming
tonies and Hasbro Turn Classic Board Games Into Audio Adventures
Creator Theme Parks
Makers Theme Park is a World-First for Hands-On Creativity
Play-Based Family Campaigns
Pirate's Booty Encourages Screen-Free Family Adventures
Outdoors-Inspired Kids Apparel
Kyte Baby Unveils Its Yellowstone + Yosemite Collection
Shark-Themed Balloon Collections
PartyWoo Debuts the Baby Shark All-In-One Balloon Collection
Hybrid Indoor Play Spaces
Jumpin' Jellybeans Expertly Merges Play with Wellness
Hybrid STEM Activity Kits
Brainstorm's Science Activity Kits Pair Hands-On Play & Online Tutorials
Family-Focused Resort Promotions
Beaches Resorts Has Launched Its Annual Fall Fam Jam Promotion
Bubble Wrap Billboards
Tombola's Interactive Billboards Engage Passersby with a Sensory Activity
Organic Shape-Inspired Playgrounds
XISUI Design's Boulder Park is Stunning and Functional
Screen-Free Audio Toys
Qubitunes Helps Kids Create Their Own Audio Adventures
Dual-Function Play Swings
The Birddy Swing Feeds Birds When Kids Aren’t Playing
Infant Wellness Play Collections
Fisher-Price Introduces its Mini Me Moments Capsule for Babies
Children's Beauty Products
Olive & June Expands into Kid-Sized Press-On Nails
Active Kit Sponsorships
Nex Playground Partnered with Wrexham AFC for Kit Sleeve Sponsorship
Science-Backed Youth Sports Programs
Sportball Systems Inc. is Expanding to India
Limited Insulated Grocery Totes
The Summer Fun Mini by Trader Joe's Launched Nationwide
Voice-Based Adventure Games
Dora Star Explorer Features Motion-Based, Microphone-Enabled Play
Insightful Development Apps
KidHub Gives Parents a Look at Predictors of a Child's Success
Tech-Driven Building Toys
LEGO Introduced Its New Smart Play Platform with Enhanced Technology
Child-Focused Handheld Games
The Game Boy-Inspired Kids Device is an Alternative to Tablets
Protective Contemporary Kids Swimwear
Miles the Label Swim Collection Has UPF 50+ Sun Protection
Screen-Free Toy Collections
Luki Lab Spotlights Six Products at the New York Toy Fair 2026
Multi-Sensory Character Toys
Moose Toys Combines Scents, Sounds and Fog-Based Play
Lightweight Kids’ Bikes
Ultra-light designs improved control and riding confidence
Swimming-Focused Branding Initiatives
British Swim School Debuts Jump on It Campaign
Energy-Generating Soccer Balls
PowerOn's Kinetic Energy Technology Powers Small External Devices
Kids-Focused Home Improvement Programs
Lowe's Debuts MyLowe's Rewards™ Kids Club
Entrepreneurship Adventure Platforms
Lemonade Lab Lets Kid-Run Businesses Accept Tap Payments
Supermarket-Inspired Slime Toys
Zuru Slime Mart Shares Baskets & Bags with Food-Like Sensory Toys
Heritage Sound Playgrounds
Hornscape Playground transforms play into a musical experience
Child-Friendly Cooking Camps
This Summer, Delhaize is Operating Little Lion Cooking Camps
Modular Camping Kits
The KIDO!T Modular Outdoor Adventure Kit Encourages Children to Build
Screen-Free Interactive Toys
LEGO Pokémon Uses SMART Play Technology for Hands-On Fun
Colorful Poolside Art Inflatables
The Cdm30 Lounger Turns Kinetic Art into a Bold Summer Float
Summerween-Themed Retail Ranges
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Anti-Screen Summer Social Events
Eventbrite Presents 'The Offline Summer' Initiative
Low-Cost Back-to-School Campaigns
Target Back-to-School-idays Offers Discounts Up to 30%
Mental Health Toy Curations
Timeless Toys' D.O.S.E of Play Helps Kids Manage Stress & Anxiety
Digital Dinosaur Toys
Bitzee Jurassic World Helps Kids Nurture, Feed & Care for Baby Dinos
Tech-Friendly Beach Chairs
PayPal's Tech-Chairs Upgrade the Classic Deckchair with Smart Features
Enriching High Chair Accessories
The Hauck Play Tray Creates an Instant Activity Station
Soccer-Themed Entertainment Events
Sky Zone Turns Global Soccer Excitement into Active Play
Travel-Focused Summer Campaigns
good2grow Debuts National Sweepstakes & Partners with Pack Up + Go
Soccer-Themed Summer Kids Meals
Torchy's Tacos Partners with U.S. Soccer Foundation
Organic Urban Playgrounds
The Boulder Park Brings 3D-Printed Boulder Design into Community Play
Digital Memory Keepers
Fun Bits Turns Kids’ Quotes Into Cherished, Shareable Family Memories
Interactive Beauty Destinations
Superdrug Beauty Playgrounds Inspire Fun & Product Discovery
Interactive Themed Educational Boxes
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Kids Drawing Apps
Kids Coloring Drawing Book App Offers Interactive Learning And Creativity
Dual-Mode Play Kitchens
The BistroSwitch Play Kitchen Transforms from a Family Kitchen to a Bistro
Family Safety Apps
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Sensory-Friendly Child Seat Lines
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Inflatable Art Trails
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Lifestyle Kids Streetwear
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IP-Based Kids Games
Netflix Turns Shows into Play Experiences
Dog Enrichment Camps
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Family-Focused Backyard Soccer Campaigns
Arrow Tool Group Debuts the 'Go for the Goal' Campaign
Audio-First Science Adventures
Tonies' Science Museum: Discovery Crew Immerses Kids in Story
Multi-Stage Baby Walkers
Step-N-Play Walker Transforms into Climbing Unit, Table, & Storage System
Inflatable Couture Collection
The Childsplay Collection is an Haute Couture Fashion Collection
Daytime Hotel Booking Platforms
Resortpass Notes Bookable Daycations for the Summer Season
Interactive Learning Games
FamilyFunHub Makes Learning Engaging With Free Educational Games
Educational Sensory-Support Tools
Ted Kangaroo Increases Availability of Its Sensory Product Range
Kid-Friendly Recipe Campaigns
Aldi Created a Series of Dishes with a 4-Year-Old TikTok Chef
Subscription-Based Attractions
Six Flags Expands Monthly Memberships Across Regional Parks
Toddler Off-Screen Audio
Ms Rachel Tonie Offers Screen‑free Sing‑along Learning for Toddlers
Active Play Fair Presentations
JOYIN Gears Up to Present at Spielwarenmesse 2026
Strawberry-Themed Cake Gatherings
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Adventurous Summertime Retailer Promotions
The Maverik Summer Deals Prioritize Cost Savings
Youth Sport Programming Schedules
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Unstructured Play Kits
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Interactive Holiday Games
Easter Quest 2025 Creates Digital Scavenger Hunts For Families
Childhood-Inspired Wellness Initiatives
Perfect Days Collective Hosts Field Day: Recess for Adults
2-in-1 High Chairs
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Indoor Art Playgrounds
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Preschool Learning Platforms
Effling Kids Makes Early Learning Interactive, Digital, And Paperless
Immersive Store Game Launches
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Network-Level Child Safety
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Charitable Nature-Based Playspace Initiatives
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