# Programmable Dancing Dolls The Hasbro Dance Code Belle Character Toy Teaches Rudimentary Code By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-02-20 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/character-toy References: [coolthings](http://www.coolthings.com/hasbro-dance-code-belle/) & [hasbro](http://hasbro.com) The market for [toys that teach STEM](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/codeventure) is increasing at an exponential rate with the [Hasbro](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playdoh-barbie) Dance Code Belle character toy being one of the latest to be announced. Created in the likeness of Belle from the Beauty and the Beast, the Hasbro Dance Code Belle works by enabling young kids to [program the way she dances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/codee) via a tablet. This is done by arranging a series of rudimentary codes in order to teach kids the basics of coding and enable them to have more control over how the toy reacts and moves. The Hasbro Dance Code Belle character toy is a great new release from the brand specifically designed for young girls in order to support those looking for a more tech-focused way to play. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **STEM Toys for Kids:** There is a growing trend in the market for toys that teach STEM skills, creating opportunities for innovative educational products. - **Programmable Toys:** The emergence of programmable toys like the Hasbro Dance Code Belle offers new avenues for children to learn basic coding skills in a fun and interactive way. - **Tech-enabled Play:** Toys that incorporate technology, like the Hasbro Dance Code Belle, are fueling the trend of tech-enabled play experiences that engage and educate children. ### Who This Affects Most - **Toy Manufacturing:** Toy manufacturers have the opportunity to tap into the market for STEM toys and develop programmable toys that teach children valuable skills. - **Education Technology:** The rise of programmable toys presents opportunities for the education technology industry to create interactive and engaging tools for learning coding and other STEM subjects. - **Children's Entertainment:** The integration of technology into toys opens up innovative possibilities for the children's entertainment industry to create immersive and educational play experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Youth-Focused Coding Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e-liza-dolls.md) - [Preschool Coding Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/codie-blocks.md) - [Programmable Robot Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-robots.md) - [Educational Coding Language Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artie-max.md) - [Interactive Educational Coding Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imagicharm.md) - [Playful Coding Pets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pyxel.md) - [Programming Code-Powered Toy Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zerone-2.md) - [Coding Education Car Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-coding-car.md) - [Technical Education Car Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gocar.md)