# Gangster School Supplies Gun-Shaped Rulers Bring Unnecessary Violence to Classrooms By TrendHead | Published 2009-01-26 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gangster-guns-for-kids-ruler-shaped-guns-designed-by-atypyk References: [atypyk](http://www.atypyk.com/) Now children can bring their own weapons to school with this [gun-shaped ruler](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiroler-20). I bet a lot of young boys will be pleased about that. The Gangster Ruler is designed by Atypyk, a cool, French, reputable design company known for their crazy ideas and fun projects. The rest of the gallery above shows more [fun, children-friendly designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taggeez), like the plastic spoon lollipop, the angel wing pillow, a set of 5 [magnetic cockroaches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tisolver) and the lovely 'i heart me' stamp. Plenty of cool products to impress your friends with. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Weapon-looking School Supplies:** Designing weapon-like school supplies may pose safety risks. - **Controversial Children's Products:** Creating controversial children's products may ignite ethical and moral debates. - **Crazy Children's Product Designs:** Designing wacky children's products may create unique branding opportunities. ### Where This Applies - **Education:** Promoting safety in schools through the use of appropriate classroom supplies and equipment. - **Consumer Goods:** Incorporating innovative and practical designs while ensuring safety and ethical practices. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Creating out-of-the-box marketing campaigns and branding strategies through unique product designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Curvaceous Analog Designer Rulers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rulerc-concept.md) - [Multifunctional Angular Desktop Rulers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hexagonal-ruler-set.md) - [Hybrid Angled Stationary Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/25-ruler.md) - [Haute Hybrid Designer Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rotio-compass-and-ruler.md) - [Geometric Dynamic Stationary](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hexagonal-ruler.md) - [Minimal Stainless Steel Rulers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shinwa.md) - [Anti-Gun Water Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antigun-water-toys-jayhayspray20-promotes-change-in-societys-relationship-w.md) - [Refill-Friendly Ruler Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/combined-ruler-and-pen.md) - [Dumpster Pencil Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dumpstuder-pencil-holders.md)