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# Mobile Science-Themed RVs
Purple Me Green Offers STEM Toys and Educational Classes

By Michael Plishka | Published 2018-09-12 | Eco
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-science-store-purplemegreen
References: [shopthearb](https://www.shopthearb.com/press-release/Purple-Me-Green-The-Science-Store-Wins-The-Arboretums-Battle-of-the-Pop-Up-Conte/2130567039/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=content) & [purplemegreen](https://purplemegreen.com/)

Purple Me Green is a purple RV and a [mobile science store](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-evolution-of-stem), all in one.

This educational vehicle is owned by husband and wife team, Fred and Mary Stupen. Inside the vehicle visitors will find walls and shelves lined with [kits for rockets, slime, robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galaxy-bath-bombs) and loads of other toys. In addition to the merchandise, the truck actually provides classes and science experiences for children.The RV is typically parked at [outdoor festivals and parties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/physicians-formulas-glambulance), making for a convenient dose of STEM education, that's also entertaining.

The RV has been such a powerful educational vehicle that the business recently won a "Battle of the Pop-up" challenge hosted by the Arboretum of South Barrington.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.3/10
- Popularity: 25% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Mobile Science-themed Rvs:** The trend of mobile science-themed RVs offers accessibility and convenience to children’s education.
- **STEM Education:** Increasing the accessibility and fun-factor of STEM education can result in more enthusiastic engagement and better learning outcomes for kids.
- **Pop-up Retail Challenges:** Pop-up retail challenges can provide a platform for innovative businesses like Purple Me Green to showcase their services and gain recognition.

### Where This Applies

- **Education:** The education industry can benefit from incorporating more engaging and accessible approaches to STEM learning, such as mobile science-themed RVs.
- **Retail:** The retail industry can explore the opportunities presented by mobile stores, potentially attracting more customers to unique and innovative pop-up offerings like Purple Me Green.
- **Event Planning:** The event planning industry can incorporate educational activities like those offered by Purple Me Green to add value and differentiation to events, such as festivals and parties.

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