George Lucas’ Star Wars franchise is just as popular today as it was at its beginning in 1977.
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Three Simple Toys that Stand the Test of Time
These days going to the toy store is like going to an amusement park. With all the lights, and sounds, and bells and whistles, it’s hard to know what toy to bring home.
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In March, 1959, Barbie was invented by a businesswoman named Ruth Handler for Mattel. She mentioned the idea of an adult doll to her husband, co-founder of Mattel.
Read the rest of this entry »The History of GI Joe
G.I. Joe was one of the very first action figures ever produced. He was manufactured by Hasbro and first sold in the stores in 1964. The figures had movable arms and legs that bent at the elbows, hips and knees.
Read the rest of this entry »Toy Robot History
Times have certainly changed – just look at what kids are playing with these days. While toy cars and dolls may still keep youngsters entertained, popular playthings of the new generation include video games, remote control toys, and toy robots.
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