The June 2021 life stages trends offer the latest in kid-friendly products and services. These commodities appeal to younger demographics by presenting new ways to play and socialize. Some draw on retro themes like old television programs while others rely on seasonal fads.
The Floating Four Across Pool Game allows swimmers to play Connect Four while in the water. The game's board and pieces are made from an oversized foam-like material that is durable, tactile, and buoyant. The game offers a fun way for friends and family to connect and cool off during the summer months.
The LEGO Friends Apartments Set helps fans recreate the popular '90s sitcom in miniature form. The set features specialty items from the show amongst the 2,000 pieces The LEGO product can be played with as a television-focused set for youngers kids or displayed by older fans as a collector's item.
Top 50 Life Stages Trends in June
From Play-Focused Fruit Snacks to Pride-Themed Card Games:
Josh Thompson-Persaud — Jun 19, 2021 — Life-Stages
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Womb-Like Textile Experiences
Lucy McRae Develops a Cushioned Machine for Supportive Embraces
48
3D Planet-Themed Lamps
The 3D Moon Lamp Makes a Perfect Kid-Friendly Night Light
47
Comfortable Breathable Baby Carriers
The BABYBJÖRN Baby Carrier Harmony is Built for Summer Heat
46
Pool-Friendly Board Games
The Floating Four Across Pool Game is Inspired by the Classic Pastime
45
Building Block Pool Toys
The 'Aqua Blocks' are Suitable for Indoor and Outdoor Play
44
Gen Z Fashion Labs
The Guess Z Lab Co-Creates Experiences with Gen Z
43
Grandparent Ambassador Relaxing Campaigns
Coors Light Asks Canadian Grandparents "How To Chill"
42
Eco-Friendly E-Commerce Packaging
Sleek and Sturdy, Boox Packaging Can Be Reused Multiple Times
41
Building Block Maps
The LEGO Art World Map is the Largest Set to Date with Over 11,000 Pieces
40
Flexible Phone Grips
The TikTok PopMount 2 Flex & PopGrips Help with Content Creation
39
Transforming Robot Toys
Hasbro's Limited-Edition Auto-Converting Optimus Prime is Voice-Activated
38
Contemporary Treehouse Designs
Sebastian Cox Designed a Modern Treehouse with a Shingled Roof
37
90s Sitcom LEGO Sets
The LEGO Friends Apartments Set Recreates the Show's Scenes & Best Moments
36
Portable Hybrid Sports-Games
RallyHoops Combines Basketball and Volleyball into One Portable Game
35
Interactive Egg-Shaped Toy Robots
The Conceptual 'Eggo' Smart Robot Toy by Hyunjae Tak is Playful
34
Kid-Friendly Car-Based Storage Solutions
Tidy Treasure's Hot Wheels Storage Truck is All Wooden
33
Soothing Vibration Baby Mats
The Baby Brezza Smart Soothing Mat Helps Lull Little Ones to Sleep
32
Play-Focused Fruit Snacks
Funables Inspire Fun and Entertaining Eating Experiences for Kids
31
Modern Accessible Stairlifts
Flow X is an Accessible Stairlift Design with Sleek Finishings
30
Non-Stick Sandbox Kits
The Sea Creatures Edition of the CoolSand 3D Sandbox Has Ocean Critters
29
Kid-Friendly E-Commerce Platforms
CAMP's Present Shop Lets Kids Safely Shop for Gifts Online
28
Easy-Clean Kinetic Sand Kits
The Beach Sand Kingdom Playset Has Built-In Mess-Free Technology
27
Toy Advertisement Publications
'Toys, 100 Years of All-American Toy Ads' Offers Ample Insight
26
Hybrid Baby Bottles
Chicco's ChiccoDUO Shares the Benefits of Both Glass & Plastic
25
Augmented Gen Z Games
Pull & Bear's Pacific Game Marks the Launch of the Pacific Girls Collection
24
Futuristic Remote-Controlled Vehicle Toys
The Mattel Creations Tesla Cybertruck is Available Now
23
Solid Gold Robot Statues
U-Works' Gold Gundam Statues are the Peak of Luxury Collectibles
22
Plant Milk Cheese Sticks
Miyoko's Vegan Cheese Sticks for Kids are Kind to Animals & the Planet
21
3D Sand Sculpting Kits
Bag O' Bones Lets Users Sculpt 3D Sand Skeletons for Treasure Hunting Fun
20
Community-Focused Bank Cafes
ImaginCafe by CaixaBank Creates a Cultural Space for Young Consumers
19
Village-Like School Designs
The Qingpu Pinghe International School has a Decentralized Design
18
Buildable Alien Gummies
The Trolli Sour Gummi Creations Martian Mix Have Shapes That Stack
17
Retro Role-Playing Board Games
The Goonies Board Game is Filled with Pop Culture-Themed Adventure
16
Augmented Reality Toy Apps
Kinder Joy Launched its Applaydu Mobile App for an AR Toy Experience
15
Selfie Editing Awareness Campaigns
Dove's 'Reverse Selfie' Short Highlights the Impact of Editing
14
Healthy Height Snack Bars
Nutritional Growth Solutions' Bars Share Growth-boosting Nutrients
13
Revived Cartoon Basketball Toys
Moose Toys Offers a Range of 'Space Jam: a New Legacy' Figures
12
Pride-Themed Card Games
UNO Play with Pride Supports Diversity & the It Gets Better Project
11
Kid-Friendly Sonic Toothbrushes
The BURSTkids Sonic Toothbrush Instills Healthy Habits
10
Brand-Backed Mental Health Podcasts
JanSport's New Campaign Supports the Teenager Therapy Podcast
9
DIY Foam Party Machines
The Little Tikes FOAMO Foam Machine Works in Mere Minutes
8
Next-Gen Collectible Toys
TOYMINT Only Shares Limited-Edition Toys with Those Who Purchase an NFT
7
Graduate Donut Rewards
Krispy Kreme Offers Free Donuts to the Graduating Class of 2021
6
Sci-Fi Cartoon Collectibles
The Funko Pop! Star Wars: The Bad Batch Figures are Detailed
5
Life-Size Board Games
Hasbro Created a New Experience in London Called Monopoly Lifesized
4
Neapolitan Rice Crisp Treats
Rice Krispies Treats' Mini-Squares Variety Pack Takes After Ice Cream
3
Realistic Lightsaber Toys
Disney Revealed its Latest Lightsaber which is Fully Retractable
2
Decision-Making Meme Toys
The Magic GIF Ball Now Uses Random Memes for Playful Decision Making
1
Toy Takeback Programs
Mattel PlayBack Gives Used Toys a Second Life Through Plastic Recycling
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Gaming-Themed Chocolate Partnerships
Kinder Joy and Nintendo Partnered on a Limited-Edition Range
Movie-Themed Kids Meals
Super Mario Galaxy Happy Meal Launches with Collectible Toys
Unfolding Soccer Ball Sets
LEGO's 130-Piece Ball Opens to Reveal a Miniature Play Arena Inside
Superhero Lifestyle Collections
Disney Drops Brand Collabs for The Fantastic Four: First Steps
Nostalgia-Driven Cereal Promotions
Kellogg’s Toy Story 5 Cereal Boxes Reintroduce In-Pack Toys
Wooden Figure Sets
Nintendo Unveiled 'My Mario' in 30-Piece and 3-Piece Sets
Sensor-Driven Play Blocks
LEGO Smart Bricks Introduce Responsive Building Toys
Humorous Cocktail-Inspired Pull Designs
The Buzzballz Pool is Affordable and Hilarious
Bright Playful Sport Playgrounds
LEGO and Nike Reimagine Sports as Playful Learning in Shanghai
Adult-Focused LEGO Building Sets
LEGO Launched a New Mario Kart - Luigi & Mach 8 Series
Action Game-Branded Building Blocks
LEGO is Set to Release a Legend of Zelda Set with Nintendo
Play-Based Preschool Apps
LEGO Bluey Mobile Game Makes Screen Time into Building Play for Kids
Soccer Collectible Series
The Labubu FIFA World Cup Capsule Expands into Toys and Lifestyle Items
Creative Retail Competitions
Bricks & Minifigs Launches LEGO Clock Design Contest
Friendship-Inspired Candies
SOUR PATCH KIDS Creates Connected Candies for Besties
Pop Culture-Inspired Collectibles
Kinder Joy & Stranger Things Launch Funko Pop!® Collection
Collaborative Kid-Focused Sensory Balls
Biggest Little and Sundae Kids Debut 'Balls on Wheels'
Psychologist-Designed Educational Toys
ThinkPsych Spotlights Its Line of Therapeutic Games & Tools
Retro-Inspired Frozen Fruit Packs
Froot Pops Unveils Its New Visual Identity and Packaging
Family-Friendly Tech Accessory Designs
CASETiFY x Toy Story is Whimsical and Vibrant
Preschool Coding Toys
Codie Blocks and iCode are Preparing Young Kids for an AI Future
Anniversary QSR Toy Drops
Mcdonald’s Disneyland 70th Anniversary Toys Mark a Milestone
Onesie Character Collectibles
OneZZZ Reimagines Blind Boxes as Self-Care Rituals for Gen Z
Puzzle-Themed Wedding Collections
NYT Games Launched Its Wedding Capsule for Puzzle Couples
Gamified Smart Lunchboxes
FunFeast Encourages Healthy Eating Habits in Kids with ADHD
Themed Snack Collectibles
Kinder Joy Evolves its Treat-And-Toy Format with Themed Collections
Nostalgic Gaming Devices
The Playdate Handheld Console Reimagines Retro Gameplay with Modernity
Tiny Toy-Inspired Jewelry
Alex and Ani's Polly Pocket Pool Party Collection is Nostalgic
Playful Learning Collections
IKEA Open House Miami Has Child-Focused Designs for Miami Art Week
Expansive Summer-Ready Baby Foods
Beech-Nut® Introduces Eight New Baby and Toddler Foods
Viral Satisfying ASMR Toys
MGA Entertainment's Slime Life Turns Digital Trends into Physical Play
Interactive Toy Experiences
Spin Master Highlights Opportunities in the Toy Sector in 2026
Gaming Skins Updates
The New Balenciaga Fit Skins Now Offer LEGO Style Variants for Dual-Mode Play
Ice Cream Play Sets
A Melissa & Doug x Van Leeuwen Collab Launched for National Ice Cream Month
Design-Conscious Retro-Modern Toy Lines
Little Tikes Launches the Adorable Sweet Spaces Toy Line
Toy Brick Advent Calendars
LEGO Introduces All-New Advent Calendars for 2025
STEM-Driven Building Block Kits
These LEGO Education Science Kits Come in Four Options
Multi-Sensory Creative Toy Capsules
Crayola Has Announced a Range of New Creative Toys for 2026
Subtle Statement-Making Summer Jewelry
Pandora's Summer 2026 Collection is Playful and Chic
Responsive Building Toys
LEGO SMART Play Integrates Technology That Reacts in Real Time
Larger-Format Brainteaser Games
Educational Insights Debuts Kanoodle Party and Kanoodle XL
Animation-Themed Frozen Meals
PuraVida Foods' KidsLife Line Features Disney & Pixar Characters
Comprehensive Easter-Inspired Collaborations
Peeps' 2026 Spring Collaboration Lineup is Impressive
Face-to-Face Game Consoles
Board Merges the Best Features of Board Games and Video Games
Screen-Free Children's Audio Toys
Tonies Introduces Three New Products for Littles
Fandom-Honoring Building Block Sets
LEGO® Spotlights Iconic Pop Culture Films and Series
Focus-Enhancing Lo-Fi Games
Mooncube Games Has Officially Become Part of the Lofi Girl Ecosystem
Gen Alpha Bath Brands
Splash Makes Fun Shampoo, Body Wash, Lotion for Kids Four to 10
Wooden Toy Lineups
Jasey's Toy Chest Debuted Its Mental Health-Focused Toy Line at Toy Fair 2026
Children-Focused Tech Lines
MyFirst Specializes in Technology Products for Children
Co-Branded Game Zones
Hasbro and Amazon are Running the Hasbro Game Zone
Sensory ASMR-Style Toys
Incredible Group's Squishi Toys Appeal to Gen Z Consumers
Soccer-Themed Snack Branding
These Mondelēz Products Get Fans Ready for the World Cup 2026
Playable Brand Universes
adidas and Brawl Stars Connect Gaming, Apparel and Live Fan Experiences
Frozen Kids Meals
Nurture Life Brings Chef-Crafted Children's Meals to Walmart
Collectible Greeting Cards
The Playmobil Greeting Card Collection Integrates Colorful Figures
Four-Player Chess Sets
The Four-Player Chess Board is a LEGO Ideas Game Set
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
Athlete-Inspired LEGO Sets
LEGO Launches Collectible Football Sets with Messi and Ronaldo
Playful Modular Kids Sofas
The Twiny Sofa System Turns into a Table and Play Zone Within Seconds
Collaborative Seasonal Resort Activations
Laplaya Beach & Golf Resort Debuts the Après Sea Program
Bouquet Modeling Kits
Blooms by Play-Doh is the Play-Doh Line Designed Specifically for Adults
Immersive Cartoon Theme Parks
Six Flags' Looney Tunes Land Brings Classic Characters to Life
Retro Plug-and-Play Games
Fizz Creations' Wireless Plug-and-Play Systems Appeal to Kidult Gamers
Award-Winning Educational Toy Brands
Learning Resources Earns 2026 Preschool Toy of the Year Award
Kid-Friendly Press-On Nails
Pressies by Olive & June are Designed and Fitted for Kids and Tweens
Cartoon Creature Building Blocks
The LEGO® Pokémon Sets Feature Iconic Characters
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
Gaming Lifestyle Collections
Toca Boca and MINISO Blend Retail with Digital Rewards
Nostalgic Summer Snacks
Entenmann's Launches Childhood-Inspired Seasonal Treats
Sensory Construction Toys
MAGNA-TILES Introduces Ocean-Themed Magnetic Building Sets
Play-Based Family Campaigns
Pirate's Booty Encourages Screen-Free Family Adventures
Screen-Free Interactive Gaming
tonies and Hasbro Turn Classic Board Games Into Audio Adventures
Game-Themed Beauty Pop-Ups
Benefit Cosmetics' Beneland Shares Playful, Giftable Product Sets
Beauty Kiosk Playsets
Melissa & Doug's New Sort, Stock, Select Toy Explores Skincare & Makeup
Custom-Designed Foosball Tables
Farm Rich's Tabletop Game Replaces Players with Mozzarella Sticks
Shark-Themed Balloon Collections
PartyWoo Debuts the Baby Shark All-In-One Balloon Collection
Open-Ended Exploration Toys
Melissa & Doug Entered Toy Industry Hall of Fame
Brick Toy Play Tables
The Brickle LEGO Table Combines Brick Storage with a Play Surface
Family-Focused Resort Promotions
Beaches Resorts Has Launched Its Annual Fall Fam Jam Promotion
Game Card Vacation Stays
The UNO Social Club Turns the Card Game into a Themed Vacation Stay
Youth-Focused Educational Adventure Series
Lala’s Place TV is Expanding Its YouTube Offerings
Playable LEGO Collectibles
LEGO Launches a Working Pinball Machine with Authentic Arcade Mechanics
Infant Wellness Play Collections
Fisher-Price Introduces its Mini Me Moments Capsule for Babies
Gaming Fandom Activations
LEGO® Code Break Arrives in San Diego with a Larger-Than-Life Vault
Children's Beauty Products
Olive & June Expands into Kid-Sized Press-On Nails
Tech-Driven Building Toys
LEGO Introduced Its New Smart Play Platform with Enhanced Technology
Vibrant Cafeteria-Inspired Campaigns
Lunchtime Becomes a Joyous Time in 'The Lunchables Effect'
Expansive Action Character Toys
Blokees Debuts Its Range in Toy Fair New York 2026
Child-Focused Handheld Games
The Game Boy-Inspired Kids Device is an Alternative to Tablets
In-Store Kids Scavenger Hunts
Lidl Launches Its Kids Trolley Fruit And Vegetable Scavenger Hunt
Floral Building Block Arrangements
LEGO® Debuts Four New LEGO® Botanicals Sets
Screen-Free Toy Collections
Luki Lab Spotlights Six Products at the New York Toy Fair 2026
Health-Boosted Candies
Baby Bottle Pop's Adulthood Survival Collection Recognizes Popular Callouts
Supermarket-Inspired Slime Toys
Zuru Slime Mart Shares Baskets & Bags with Food-Like Sensory Toys
Screen-Free Interactive Toys
LEGO Pokémon Uses SMART Play Technology for Hands-On Fun
Coastal Block Puzzle Escapes
LEGO Ideas Italian Riviera Recreates a Charming Ligurian Village
Brick Toy Revivals
LEGO’s new Game Boy set includes Mario & Zelda-inspired cartridges
Summerween-Themed Retail Ranges
These ALDI Summerween Products Embrace Warm Weather Autumn Vibes
Anti-Screen Summer Social Events
Eventbrite Presents 'The Offline Summer' Initiative
Low-Cost Summertime Merchandise
The Dollar General Summer Collections are Arriving This Month
Seasonally Themed Magnetic Toys
MAGNA-TILES Introduces New Thematic Toys at Toy Fair 2026
Mental Health Toy Curations
Timeless Toys' D.O.S.E of Play Helps Kids Manage Stress & Anxiety
Creator-Led Toys
Bonkers Toys Transforms Toys and Colors into a Retail Toy Line
Kids Football Collections
The Nike Football x LEGO Collection Combines Soccer Gear & Lego Design
Expressive 3D-Printed Figures
Solobo Emotion Friends Help Kids Explore Feelings Through Play
Tactile Learning Board Games
Toddler Plus Teaches Sequencing Through Sliding Peg Movement
Hybrid Educational Toy Designs
Fisher-Price Partners with Big Little Feelings
Colorful Youth Fashion Collections
Joe Fresh and Life at Home™ Have Partnered with Crayola
Skill-Building Play Kits
The Helper Play Kit Supports Independent Play Based on Life Skills
Gaming-Inspired Food Partnerships
Nanak Foods and Nintendo of Canada Debut Their Collaboration
Associative Word Games
Word Puzzle: Connections Challenges Players To Group Words By Traits
Interactive Themed Educational Boxes
Enlightened Generation’s Themed Boxes Serve Children
Dual-Mode Play Kitchens
The BistroSwitch Play Kitchen Transforms from a Family Kitchen to a Bistro
Experiential Tabletop Launches
MindWare Brings Immersive Game Demos to Gen Con 2026
Burger-Themed Slime Sets
The Slime Life Cheeseburger DIY Slime Kit Has Layers of Fun
Real-Circuit Board Games
Reactor Rescue Uses Functional Electronics in Gameplay
Inaugural Children's Swimwear Capsules
LSPACE Has Announced the Launch of Little L
Toy-Themed Real Estate Campaigns
Barbie and Rightmove Partnered for an Immersive Experience
Adorable Remixed Board Games
Tokidoki Edition Monopoly Turns Classic Strategy into Pastel Pop Art
Inflatable Building Toys
AirBuilders Helps Kids Construct Large, Custom Play Structures
Animated Neighbourhood Sets
The LEGO Icons Spongebob Squarepants: Bikini Bottom is a Building Set
Lifestyle Gaming Ecosystems
Nintendo Extends Music Access Beyond Its Consoles
IP-Based Kids Games
Netflix Turns Shows into Play Experiences
Cartoon-Inspired Card Games
Magic the Gathering x Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Arrives This Spring
Multi-Stage Baby Walkers
Step-N-Play Walker Transforms into Climbing Unit, Table, & Storage System
Puzzle-Focused Monster Games
Nintendo Released Pokémon Friends Following its July Pokémon Direct
Buildable Game Sets
The DIY LEGO Connect 4 Brickset Lets You Assemble and Play Connect 4 in Bricks
Interactive Learning Games
FamilyFunHub Makes Learning Engaging With Free Educational Games
Fun Fact Trivia Decks
Fun Fact Co. Has Expanded Its Catalog of Card-Based Games
Immersive RGB Show Puzzles
Clementoni's New Stranger Things Puzzle Bring the Upside Down Home
Cooperative Building Games
Lego Voyagers is a Puzzle-Based Construction Game
Upgraded Family-Friendly Card Games
DAT GAME: Family Edition Caters to the Entire Family
Adult Buildable Flower Kits
The Play-Doh Blooms Brings Flower Crafting to Adult Makers
Active Play Fair Presentations
JOYIN Gears Up to Present at Spielwarenmesse 2026
Streaming-Inspired Toy Lines
Moose Toys Expands Netflix Stories Into Toy Collections
Citrus-Centered Puzzles
Lemonade by Piecework Puzzles is Paired with a Sunny Playlist
Delectable Career-Themed Ice Pops
Happy Pops Launches the Barbie Career Collection