Kids know that TikTok is a specific platform for watching videos and being social, but it’s also the place where trends are created and amplified.
TikTok is predicted to once again be an impactful kids trend in 2021. Some kids predict further lockdowns or a new virus, and others don’t expect immediate changes (even with vaccines mentioned). They also think it will mean freedom, holidays, vacations, stores opening, and catching up on all of the events that were missed in 2020, especially birthdays. Kids imagine that life after Covid-19 will mean seeing family and friends and returning to school. Masks are the most iconic part of Covid-19 for kids. There is also much discussion about Among Us 2 arriving in 2021, which will likely create continued buzz throughout the year. The game is already huge and remains popular with kids, who create Among Us-themed artwork, as well as consume memes and influencer content. Not surprisingly, Among Us reigns supreme as the biggest predicted kids trend for 2021. What do kids expect to be the biggest kids trends in 2021? Gaming The kids are all right, but nobody expected a global pandemic- and their 2021 predictions have been dramatically affected by what they experienced this year. There were also some mentions of Gacha, Disney+, Harry Potter, Instagram, and climate change. TikTok and gaming, with a focus on Roblox and iPhones.Last year, kids predicted the following kids trends: What kids trends did kids predict for 2020? Every year, we ask PopJammers to share their predictions for the year ahead to get a better sense of the emerging platforms and trends that will resonate best with young audiences. We don’t collect any personal information on PopJammers, but we ask questions and listen to our community to gain important insights. PopJam is our content-sharing platform for kids ages 7-12, where they can play, create, and game in a moderated digital community. But what does the new year have in store? 2021 means the end of an unprecedented year for kids.