# Optics-Teaching Board Games The 'Lazer Maze' Junior Board Game Teaches Science During Gameplay By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2015-12-08 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/junior-board-game References: [7gadgets](http://www.7gadgets.com/2015/12/04/laser-maze-junior-board-game/118251) & [amzn](http://amzn.com/B00T5UZ9KC) Parents are now constantly on the hunt for new ways to infuse learning into everyday life for their children, so the 'Lazer Maze' Junior Board Game is designed to entertain and educate at the same time. Teaching children about the science of optics, the 'Lazer Maze' Junior Board Game requires that players figure out the solution to a variety of different [laser-based puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innovative-game-collection) ranging from easy, to hard in difficulty. Designed for children aged six and up, the 'Lazer Maze' Junior Board Game is made for children to enjoy by themselves, which helps them to increase their [problem solving abilities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/therapeutic-games) at their own pace. [Fun and educational](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/familyfunhub), the 'Lazer Maze' Junior Board Game comes complete with 40 different challenges to try. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 11% | Activity: 20% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Edutainment Board Games:** The rise of board games that educate and entertain opens opportunities for game manufacturers to create products and content that attract a growing market segment. - **STEM Education:** More games and toys focused on science, technology, engineering, and math education will help prepare the next generation for better career prospects while in line with current demands. - **Interactive Learning:** Innovative products that merge technology and traditional gameplay mechanics create new opportunities to enhance children's interactive learning experiences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Board Game Manufacturing:** Board game companies can explore and expand business growth through producing educational yet entertaining games that cater to various age groups and capabilities. - **Education and Tutoring:** The trend provides opportunities for supplementary education providers to curate a diverse selection of interactive learning tools and methods to engage their students. - **Toy Industry:** Companies who manufacture toys can capitalize on this trend by developing engaging and durable playsets designed to promote collaborative play and educational outcomes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Alien-Inspired Math Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-space-sudoku.md) - [Phygital Kids Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tacto.md) - [Buildable Marble Mazes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-magic-maze.md) - [Sci-Fi Space Station Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maze-game.md) - [Space-Exploring STEAM Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leapfrog.md) - [Nature Identification Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lets-explore-seek-find-bingo-play-set.md) - [Engaging 3D Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foros-game.md) - [Interactive Education Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ironing-time-learning-set.md) - [Modular Marble Mazes Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balance-maze.md)