# Story-Telling Headgear Jonathan Robson Designs a LEGO Helmet That Reads to Kids By Matt Ho | Published 2011-04-26 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jonathan-robson References: [technabob](http://technabob.com/blog/2011/04/25/wearable-lego-helmet-audio-comics/) & [jonathanrobson](http://jonathanrobson.co.uk/design/audio-comic/) Who doesn't recognize the helmet commonly seen on the [LEGO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daft-punk-lego-helmets) spaceman? Jonathan Robson liked it so much, he decided to make a real one! Jonathan Robson has created a life-size version of the LEGO helmet. It has the white color with the gold visor, but this creation is more than just a piece of headgear. Robson has [integrated speakers on the side](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kibu-headphone) and a USB plug-in on the back of the item. The idea is to let kids use the helmet as a headset to listen to audio for [LEGO comics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-and-wallpaper). They just have to subscribe to LEGO audio, receive the comics that come with the pin activation and download it to the USB. It's a fun, interactive idea that will be popular among kids with big imaginations. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Interactive Headgear:** The integration of audio and USB capabilities in headgear creates a new form of interactive storytelling for children. - **LEGO Audio Subscription:** The introduction of LEGO audio subscriptions opens up new opportunities in the market for digital content in the toy industry. - **Life-size LEGO Replicas:** The creation of life-size versions of popular LEGO items presents an innovative way to bring the LEGO experience to life for fans of all ages. ### Where This Applies - **Toy:** The integration of audio and USB capabilities in toys offers a disruptive innovation opportunity for interactive play experiences in the toy industry. - **Digital Content:** The introduction of LEGO audio subscriptions creates an innovative market for digital storytelling content targeted towards children. - **Replica:** The creation of life-size replicas of popular toy items can disrupt the collectibles market by providing fans with unique and immersive experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Building Block Musician Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daft-punk-lego-helmets.md) - [Superhero-Themed Block Pen Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-lord-helmet.md) - [Interactive Storytelling Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onanoff-storyphones.md) - [Kid-Friendly AR Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ar-helmet.md) - [Speaker-Equipped Sports Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bh51m-nso.md) - [Sci-Fi-Themed Replica Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clone-trooper-phase-ii.md) - [AI-Generated Motorbike Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coldstar-art.md) - [Buildable Wizard Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-talking-sorting-hat.md) - [Constructable Kids Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/morrama-1.md)