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Top 30 Toy Trends in May

From Girly Toy Subscriptions to LED Building Blocks

— May 31, 2015 — Life-Stages
These May 2015 toys range from girly play subscriptions to LED building blocks that can be combined with traditional LEGO pieces. While programmable toys are utilizing modern technology to make play time more fun, artisanal products are nodding to a simpler time and are reminding parents of their own childhood.

On the electronic toy front, remote-controlled robots, design-it-yourself action figures and tablet stamping blocks are connecting the young generation with modern technology. As children become exposed to technology from a young age, retailers are recognizing the importance of hybrid toys that blend creative and tech-themed elements.

When looking at the May 2015 toys that are more traditional, artisanal stuffed animals aim to educate kids about oceanic wildlife while yoga activity cards put a fitness-themed spin on a traditional children's game. Moreover, wellness plushies, eco-awareness games and multi-lingual activity packs introduce a young generation to the interests of their parents.
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Toddler Toy Boxes
Toddler Toy Boxes
The Citrus Lane Box Includes Toys and Treats for 3-5 Year-Olds
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29
Playful Robotic Apps
Playful Robotic Apps
The Robot Factory by Tinybop Helps Kids Virtually Build and Test Machines
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28
Multilingual Youth Games
Multilingual Youth Games
Monki Home Teaches Language for Kids with Familiar Scenarios
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27
Nerdy Toy Subscription Boxes
Nerdy Toy Subscription Boxes
The Nerd Block Jr. Boys' Box Contains Various Action Figures and Toys
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26
Girly Toy Subscriptions
Girly Toy Subscriptions
The Nerd Block Jr Girl Pack Features Pop Culture Themed Products
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25
Skill-Building Toy Shops
Skill-Building Toy Shops
Amazon Launched a Store for Featuring Educational and Fun STEM Toys
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24
Kid-Focused Yoga Games
Kid-Focused Yoga Games
This Playing Card Deck Features Yoga Poses for Kids
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23
Wearable Tactile Toys
Wearable Tactile Toys
Smash-a-Ball is a Wearable Electronic Game for Visually Impaired Kids
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22
Eco Awareness Games
Eco Awareness Games
Koda Quest's Eco Game Blends Real Challenges with Caring for a Virtual Pet
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21
Waterproof Kiddie Cameras
Waterproof Kiddie Cameras
VTech's Kidizoom Camera Handles Adventures Anywhere
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20
Toy-Themed Accommodations
Toy-Themed Accommodations
The LEGOLAND Hotel Winter Haven is Perfect for Family Getaways
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19
LED Building Blocks
LED Building Blocks
Builds Upon are Light Up Bricks That Work with LEGO Pieces
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18
Charitable Fitness Bands
Charitable Fitness Bands
UNICEF's Kid Power Bands Empower Kids to Do Good for Others
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17
Plush Wellness Toys
Plush Wellness Toys
The Doodle Toy Monitor's a Child's Health and Wellness Through Play
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16
Remote-Controlled Pterodactyls
Remote-Controlled Pterodactyls
The Flying Pterodactyl Realistically Flaps Its Wings and Screeches
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15
Wearable Programming Toys
Wearable Programming Toys
The DynePods Can Be Used To Create Interactive Programs For Toys
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14
Tablet Stamping Blocks
Tablet Stamping Blocks
The JouJou Cube Touch is a Modern, Mobile Stamp Pad
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13
Educational Robot Toys
Educational Robot Toys
Codie Takes a Simple Gaming Approach to Teaching Coding to Children
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12
Insect-Examining Toys
Insect-Examining Toys
Hi-Tech Bug Viewer Encourages Curiosity and Education with Handheld Device
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11
Retro Sitcom Toys
Retro Sitcom Toys
Samuel Hatmaker Pitches a Golden Girls LEGO Set to Be Produced
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10
Sustainable Timber Playgrounds
Sustainable Timber Playgrounds
These Eco-Friendly Rocking Chair Animals are Playful & Attractive
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9
Kids' Programmable Pendants
Kids' Programmable Pendants
Linkitz are Wearable Hi-Tech Puzzle Pieces That Respond to Commands
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8
Playful Programming Games
Playful Programming Games
Code Kingdom Teaches Coding for Children Through Play
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7
Artisanal Stuffed Animals
Artisanal Stuffed Animals
These Aquatic Toys are Handcrafted and Distinctive
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6
Entertaining Cereal Boxes
Entertaining Cereal Boxes
The Backs of Kix Cereal Boxes Contain Cutouts for Playtime
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5
LEGO Bottle Caps
LEGO Bottle Caps
Clever Caps Link Up with LEGO for Useful Bottle Cap Recycling
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4
Entertaining Toy Shops
Entertaining Toy Shops
Hamleys Toy Shop in Moscow Displays Toys Like Amusements in a Theme Park
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3
Children's Design Festivals
Children's Design Festivals
The Kids Design Week in Milan is the First of Its Kind for Young Ones
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2
Two-Toned Toy Packages
Two-Toned Toy Packages
Technology Will Save Us & Oliver Helfrich Designed the Educational Toy Kits
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1
Color Pencil Packaging
Color Pencil Packaging
Julia Karwasz Designs a Reusable Cardboard Case for Art Tools
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