# Kids Coding Toys The 'Cubetto' Enables Children to Learn Programming in a Fun Way By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-03-09 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/learn-programming References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/cubetto-programmable-toy-designed-to-help-toddlers-learn-to-code-09-03-2016/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/primotoys/cubetto-hands-on-coding-for-girls-and-boys-aged-3) Although it might look like an average toy, the 'Cubetto' is actually capable of enabling children to learn programming through play. Designed for both girls and boys to enjoy, the 'Cubetto' coding toy is intended for children aged three and up. Currently being funded via [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/circuitmess-batmobile) where the toy has already garnered well over $100,000 in funding, the 'Cubetto' enables intuitive touch-based learning. The toy is designed with Montessori principles in mind, which allows children to learn programming at a comfortable pace rather than feeling like it's work. The job market of the future will be filled with technology-centric jobs that will likely require applicants to know coding. New innovations like the 'Cubetto' toy are getting children ready for this imminent shift. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 - **Learning Through Play:** The 'Cubetto' toy demonstrates the trend of using play to teach children programming skills. - **Intuitive Touch-based Learning:** The 'Cubetto' showcases the trend of using touch-based interfaces to make programming more accessible to young children. - **Technology-centric Education:** The popularity of toys like the 'Cubetto' reflects the trend of preparing children for technology-centric jobs through educational play. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Toy Manufacturing:** The success of the 'Cubetto' toy highlights opportunities for manufacturers to create coding toys that make learning programming more engaging and fun for children. - **Education Technology:** The 'Cubetto' represents an opportunity for edtech companies to develop interactive learning tools that teach coding through play. - **Childcare and Education Services:** Childcare providers and educational institutions can leverage the 'Cubetto' toy trend to enhance their curriculum and incorporate programming education for young children. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Programming Code-Powered Toy Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zerone-2.md) - [Children Coding Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coding-critters-magicoders.md) - [Technical Education Car Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gocar.md) - [Educational Coding Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/codeventure.md) - [Playful Coding Pets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pyxel.md) - [Educational Coding Language Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artie-max.md) - [Hands-On Modern Educational Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-educational-system.md) - [AI-Enhanced STEM Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kidx-classbox.md) - [Interactive Educational Coding Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imagicharm.md)