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Appealing to children and adults alike, toys have a way of striking up a sense of excitement and nostalgia. Offering the latest in children’s entertainment, educational play and toy innovation, Trend Hunter’s toys category will bring you the most cutting edge trends in consumer play.
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LNY-Inspired Toys
LNY-Inspired Toys
LEGO's Lunar New Year Collection Offers Celebration and Creativity
The LEGO Lunar New Year collection is here to celebrate the Year of the Wood Snake with 10 stunning new sets that blend tradition with creativity. Designed to capture the spirit of Lunar New Year,... MORE
Robot Toy Stop-Motion Series
Robot Toy Stop-Motion Series
Hasbro & TheSoul Partner for a TRANSFORMERS Series
A new TRANSFORMERS Series drops as Hasbro and TheSoul Publishing have collaborated to present ‘TRANSFORMERS ONE: NEW ADVENTURES,’ a stop-motion series available on the official... MORE
Bestselling Board Game Expansions
Bestselling Board Game Expansions
Player Insights Informed the All-New Monopoly Expansion Packs
In celebration of Monopoly’s milestone 90th anniversary, the brand is appealing to new and old fans alike with three new Monopoly Expansion Packs. With Monopoly Go to Jail, Monopoly Buy... MORE
Show-Inspired Collectible Figurines
Show-Inspired Collectible Figurines
The PIX! Young-Hee Doll is a Special Squid Game Collectible
Now that Squid Game fans have already binged the highly anticipated Netflix show’s second season, they’re collecting officially licensed merch—like Thrilljoy’s PIX! Young-Hee Doll MORE
Show-Inspired Lego Sets
Show-Inspired Lego Sets
LEGO Bluey Sets are a Creative Collaboration for Young Builders
The LEGO Group and BBC Studios are joining forces to bring ‘LEGO Bluey sets’ to life, combining Bluey’s imaginative world with LEGO’s creative power. This exciting... MORE
Building Block Game Consoles
Building Block Game Consoles
LEGO and Nintendo are Releasing a Game Boy Building Block Set
LEGO announced a new collaborative product with Nintendo: The LEGO Nintendo Game Boy. This is a custom building block set designed to replicate the appearance of the original Game Boy handheld... MORE
Brick Builder Party Games
Brick Builder Party Games
LEGO Brick Like This! Challenges Teams to Communicate and Collaborate
In early 2024, the LEGO Group and Asmodee announced their first jointly crafted board game, Monkey Palace, and in 2025, the companies came together once again to introduce LEGO Brick Like This!... MORE
Designer QSR Toy Collections
Designer QSR Toy Collections
The McDonald's Japan x BEAMS Design Range Has Four Toys
The McDonald’s Japan x BEAMS Design collaboration has been announced by the QSR brand in Japan as a collection of toys for avid fans of the latter brand to pick up in celebration of the new... MORE
Children-Focused Gemstone Advent Calendars
Children-Focused Gemstone Advent Calendars
National Geographic Marketed the Blue Marble Calendar
The 2024 Blue Marble National Geographic Gemstone Advent Calendar was a popular choice among children and families as it combined educational entertainment with a festive countdown. Designed for... MORE
Nostalgic Bath Product Lines
Nostalgic Bath Product Lines
Mr. Bubble Unveils Options for National Bubble Bath Day
To celebrate National Bubble Bath Day on January 8, Mr. Bubble has unveiled a series of exclusive products that aim to add creativity and nostalgia to bath time. These include the new Soapy Bath-... MORE
Cartoon Care
Personal care brands are partnering with cartoons to boost product adoption
Trend - Self-care brands are partnering with popular cartoon properties to increase the appeal of their products with younger consumers. The collaboration also functions as advertising for the cartoon brand, leading to a mutually-beneficial partnership.

Insight - Young children are often disinterested by personal care. Certain children do not enjoy bath time, and do not yet understand the importance of brushing their teeth or washing their face. Parents of these children seek ways to make personal care more engaging and fun for their kids in order to build good habits early. One such method these parents seek out is co-branding, searching for products with branding familiar to their kids, leading to personal care brands partnering with cartoons.
Workshop Question - How can we leverage popular cultural elements to make our products more appealing to younger audiences?
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Hybrid Party Game Tables
Hybrid Party Game Tables
Tiburon Tables Incorporate Different Aspects of Several Games
Tiburon Tables are a hybrid party game that incorporates multiple pastimes into one unit to help partygoers enjoy a new kind of entertainment experience. The game consists of the brand’s... MORE
Interactive Screen-Free Games
Interactive Screen-Free Games
Spin & Play® Encourages Physical Activity and Cognitive Development
Spin & Play® is an interactive screen-free game designed to promote physical activity and cognitive development in children. Aimed at kids aged four and up, the game encourages movement while... MORE
Ice Cream-Inspired Slime Toys
Ice Cream-Inspired Slime Toys
The Sloomoo Institute Presents Cereal Milk Ice Cream Slime
The Sloomoo Institute — a brand known for its “hand-crafted scents, textures, and colors” — has launched the Cereal Milk Ice Cream Slime. This enticing product offers a whimsical... MORE
Second-Hand Gift Campaigns
Second-Hand Gift Campaigns
Marktplaats Challenges Norms with a Special Book
Marktplaats seeks to fight the stigma of second-hand gifts. The platform’s research reveals a growing gap between children’s preference for second-hand toys and their parents’ reluctance... MORE
Branded Festive-Themed Experiences
Branded Festive-Themed Experiences
MONOPOLY DREAMS™ Hong Kong is Running from December 21
MONOPOLY DREAMS™ Hong Kong is offering festive-themed experiences for the holiday season. The event is tailored for families, friends, and fans of the iconic board game. Running from December 21,... MORE
Holiday Diss Tracks
Holiday Diss Tracks
The Rizzler Drops a Diss Track Against Gift Cards in MGA’s Holiday Hit
The Rizzler takes center stage in a bold new holiday campaign from MGA Entertainment, proving that real toys beat gift cards any day. Starring 8-year-old influencer The Rizzler, this playful ‘... MORE
Engaging Science-Inspired Activities
Engaging Science-Inspired Activities
The Ontario Science Centre is Engaging Families During Winter
The Ontario Science Centre is offering a variety of engaging winter break activities for families at Harbourfront Centre and CF Sherway Gardens. Visitors to KidSpark at Harbourfront Centre can... MORE
Cartoon Cat Board Games
Cartoon Cat Board Games
Hello Kitty®: Day at the Park Comes with a Limited Edition Figurine
Hello Kitty has had a vibrant year marked by the character’s 50th anniversary. Introducing Hello Kitty®: Day at the Park—the ultimate board game experience from Maestro Media. Step into the... MORE
Witchy Toy Building Sets
Witchy Toy Building Sets
LEGO Unveils Four Magical Block Sets Inspired by the Wicked Movie
LEGO is launching a new collection inspired by the iconic Wicked musical, featuring four sets centered around the beloved characters of Glinda and Elphaba. The collection begins with the LEGO Wicked... MORE
Immersive Jigsaw Puzzles
Immersive Jigsaw Puzzles
The 'Harry Potter Jigsaw Puzzle' from Theory11 Features Unique Elements
The ‘Harry Potter Jigsaw Puzzle’ from Theory11 is a 1,000-piece puzzle designed to capture key elements of the wizarding world. Featuring detailed imagery, the puzzle includes “... MORE
Multi-Sensory Play Experiences
Multi-Sensory Play Experiences
Plush Toy 'MediTATE' Promotes Kids' Mindfulness
‘mediTATE’ by miindfully is the world’s first meditation plush toy for kids, blending comfort with innovation to create a multi-sensory mindfulness experience. This award-winning... MORE
Lego-Centric Apps
Lego-Centric Apps
The 'Brick My World' App Turns Reality into LEGO Creations
‘Brick My World,’ an innovative new app, is transforming how fans engage with LEGO bricks, bringing real-world objects into the creative universe of LEGO. Launched on Kickstarter, this... MORE
Automotive Brand Decor Toys
Automotive Brand Decor Toys
The Rolls-Royce Cameo Toy Car is Made of High-End Materials
The Rolls-Royce Cameo toy car has been introduced by the brand as a miniatuttve sculpture for the home that aims to infuse a touch of the company’s high-end heritage and aesthetic into a... MORE
Expansive Soccer Trading Cards
Expansive Soccer Trading Cards
These New Topps Fan Set Card Collections Celebrate Football
The Topps Fan Set card collections have been announced by the brand as a series of sets that put England’s largest football teams in the spotlight for fans alike to collect. The trading card... MORE
Cartoon-Based Reversible Plushies
Cartoon-Based Reversible Plushies
TeeTurtle and Nickelodeon Partner for Two Plushie Collections
TeeTurtle and Nickelodeon have collaborated to release two plushie collections inspired by iconic animated series. The ‘Invader Zim Reversible Plushie Collection’ features “Zim and... MORE