Category
Life-Stages
Constructible Franchises
Trend cluster
Category
Equational
Entertainment
Education leaks into the home to satisfy need for consistent learning.
2.8
Trend score
Trend
What is the Equational Entertainment trend?
Equational Entertainment: A rise of products that extend into the home to solidify consistent learning are becoming the norm as parents become more concerned with alternative methods of learning. Mathematics in particular has been given a fun upgrade to rebrand the learning process into something that satisfies parental desire for children to be tactile and involved, as opposed to being passive.
Trend themes
Themes within the Equational Entertainment trend
Three behaviours holding the trend together01
Hands-On Learning
Parents and educators prioritize tactile and interactive learning experiences for children.
02
Math Reinvented
Entrepreneurs are revamping traditional math education with engaging and playful tools.
03
Innovative Teaching Devices
New technologies and design innovations are improving the interactive experience of educational tools.
Industry implications
What the Equational Entertainment trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookFor
Education/Ed-Tech
Entrepreneurs and educators are creating products that merge tactile and interactive learning.
For
Toys/Games
Brands are tapping into the playful aspect of education to create innovative products.
For
Home & Lifestyle
The emergence of tactile learning products is extending into homes and shifting how people view education in day-to-day life.
Trend signals
Trend signals for Equational Entertainment
Trend score 2.8 out of 10, from popularity 39%, activity 39%, freshness 8%.
Popularity39%
Activity39%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
- Gen Alpha
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X
- Boomer (not a primary audience)
Market
North America
Evidence
Examples of the Equational Entertainment trend
5 featured examples from Apr 30, 2013 to Jan 26, 2014CategoryTech
Math Knowledge-Testing Clocks
You Must Be Extremely Good With Mathematics to Read This Timepiece
Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate educational and interactive elements into traditional gift and novelty products to create a unique selling point.
CategoryLife-Stages
Analog Counting Covers
The Abacus iPhone Case Encourages Tactile and Virtual Interaction
The Abacus iPhone Case is disrupting the smartphone accessories industry by offering a unique and interactive case design.
CategoryLife-Stages
Educational Chalkboard Globes
This Chalkboard Globe Lets Kids Learn Creatively
The integration of interactive and sustainable teaching tools into modern classroom settings can offer a unique and engaging learning experience.
CategoryArt & Design
Children-Geared Calculators
Knock Knock by Khalil Klouche is a Clever Tactile Educational Toy
Innovative companies that design educational toys with unique interactive features, such as contact microphones and solenoids, can stand out in this market and appeal to parents l…
CategoryLife-Stages
Mathematical Measuring Cups
These Measuring Cups for Kids Teach Kids Fractions and Healthy Eating
Manufacturers can create innovative kitchen tools and appliances that are kid-friendly, easy to use, and can promote healthy cooking and eating habits in children.
