# STEM Subscriptions Subscription boxes for kids are based on building STEM skills. By [Mishal Omar](https://www.trendhunter.com/MishalO) | Published Jul 26, 2021 | Category: [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/life-stages) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/stem-subscriptions ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.0/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the STEM Subscriptions trend? **STEM Subscriptions:** As STEM skills are introduced to children at earlier ages, brands are offering subscription boxes with educational toys, visuals and activities that help build and improve children's STEM skills over time. ## The consumer insight behind the STEM Subscriptions trend Millennial parents are particularly focused on fostering skills that will one day help their kids adapt to the world, whether that's in work, recreation, or creative outlets. Millennial parents want to get their children accustomed to these necessary skills at a young age, so they come easier to them as they grow older. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Feb 27, 2021 to Jan 27, 2022 - Published: Jul 26, 2021 - Patterns: [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Curation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/curation), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha, Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the STEM Subscriptions trend ### Early STEM Education Brands are offering subscription boxes with educational toys, visuals and activities that help build and improve children's STEM skills over time. ### Experiential Learning Subscription boxes that offer educational activities and hands-on experience cater to the trend of experiential learning for children. ### Gender Balance Subscription boxes featuring diverse female role models help promote gender balance in STEM education. ## What the STEM Subscriptions trend means for industry ### For Education The education industry can take advantage of the trend of subscription boxes to offer students experiential learning and early exposure to STEM skills. ### For Toy Manufacturing Toy manufacturers can develop STEM-focused toys that inspire children to learn and explore scientific concepts. ### For Agriculture The agriculture industry can tap into the trend of experiential learning with STEM gardening kits that teach children about plants, food, and ecosystems. ## Workshop question How is your brand prioritizing the development of its customers? ## Trend signals for STEM Subscriptions Trend score 5.0 out of 10, from popularity 75%, activity 64%, freshness 11%. - Popularity: 75% - Activity: 64% - Freshness: 11% ## Examples of the STEM Subscriptions trend 6 featured examples from Feb 27, 2021 to Jan 27, 2022. - [3-in-1 STEM Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spiral-spring-science-kit): The ‘Spiral Spring Science Kit’ is Great for Inquisitive Minds (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: Manufacturing companies that integrate STEM education into their products will appeal to consumers seeking educational toys. - [Hands-On Programmable STEM Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electronic-blocks): The 'Crowbits' Electronic Blocks Support STEM Education and More (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: Trend opportunities include developing programmable toy offerings and expanding the market for STEM education toys to reach new demographics and skill levels. - [STEM Activities Subscription Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gigil-stem): The GIGIL STEM Subscription Boxes Come with Hands-On Activities (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: The subscription box industry can offer STEM subscription boxes as a way to expand their market and offer educational and engaging activities for customers. - [STEM Gardening Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-terrarium-kids-grow-kit): The Organic Terrarium Kids Grow Kit Creates a Living Ecosystem in Seven Days (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: Educational toy manufacturers can capitalize on the growing trend of STEM education with gardening kits that teach kids about biology, ecology, and environmental sustainability. - [STEM-Focused Tween Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinker-crate): Tinker Crate is a Great STEM Subscription Box for Hands-On Tweens & Teens (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: Education industry can adopt the subscription-based model developed by Kiwi Crate to deliver hands-on STEM education for tweens. - [Kid-Friendly Subscription Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/girls-can-crate): Girls Can! Crate is Made to Inspire and Empower Kids Ages 5 to 10 (Category: Social Good) Implication: Educational institutions and companies can utilize the strategy of incorporating diverse role models to create more inclusive and inspiring learning environments. ## Recent trend clusters - [Fixable Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/fixable-devices) (Tech) - [Circular Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/circular-simplicity) (Eco) - [Automated Upkeep](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/automated-upkeep) (Tech) - [Serial Snacking](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/serial-snacking) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Life-Stages - [Mini Clog Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cars-x-crocs-blind-box) - [Thoughtfully Designed Lunchboxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glacier-lunchbox) - [Larger-Format Brainteaser Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kanoodle-party) - [Historical Character Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polly-pocket-x-american-girl) All articles: [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages)