# Plush Storytelling Robots TROBO is a Cute Doll That Will Help Kids Fall in Love with Learning By Mesel Isaac | Published 2014-09-28 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trobo References: [techcrunch](http://techcrunch.com/2014/09/19/trobo-is-a-storytelling-plush-toy-robot-that-teaches-kids-science-and-math/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/trobo/trobo-the-storytelling-robot) TROBO is a line of [cute and squishy robot toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-bunny) that are designed to instill and nurture a love learning in children. TROBO works in conjunction with an [interactive storytelling app](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storytelling-app2) that allows TROBO to actually read aloud to your kids. However, unlike traditional stories, these tales are designed to address the curiosity children have about the world around them; questions about where lightning comes from, how an iPhone works or how birds fly. Using questions like these as a jumping off point, the stories help children to develop a greater understanding of physics, engineering, technology and other subjects. The app also allows you to insert your child into the stories by letting you create a [digital avatar of your kid](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-spark-book). By having your child build an emotional attachment with the TROBO doll, the makers of TROBO believe that this will make learning more enjoyable and help to make it become a lifelong pursuit. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Educational Toys:** Creating interactive educational toys can help children learn new things while having fun. - **Connected Learning:** Connecting physical toys with educational apps can enhance children's learning experience. - **Personalized Storytelling:** Personalizing stories with the child's own avatar can make it more appealing and engaging for them. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Toy Industry:** The toy industry can integrate educational components in their products to cater to both entertainment and learning needs. - **Edtech Industry:** EdTech companies can develop more interactive and personalized apps to enhance children's learning abilities. - **Childcare Industry:** Childcare providers can incorporate this toy into learning curriculums for enhanced learning and engagement. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Powered Toy Attachments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toypal-one.md) - [Interactive Toy Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toypal.md) - [Adorable AI Conversational Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folotoys.md) - [AI-Backed Family Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2xl-cobot.md) - [Reprogrammable Robot Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quarky.md) - [Custom Illustrated Storybooks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-illustrated-storybooks.md) - [Kids' Interactive Sensory Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interactive-and-multisensory-toys.md) - [Programmable Robot Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-robots.md) - [AI-Powered Toy Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocar.md)