Duncan Toys
The Duncan Toys YouTube channel celebrates the technical, artistic, and performance aspects of contemporary yo-yo culture.
Speak & Spell from Texas Instruments (1978)
Before helping E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial find his way home in 1982, the Speak & Spell from Texas Instruments (TI) made a splashy debut in June 1978 at the Summer Consumer Electronics Show in Chicago.
Children’s Museum of Indianapolis – Indianapolis, Indiana
The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis offers kid-centric programming that ignites the curiosity of children and adults alike.
Toy Tales Weekly: Keith Haring, LEGO Pop-Up Bars, Super Mario, and more
Burton Snowboards has a new Keith Haring collection and 7 other things we wanted to share this week.
Bernard Loomis: The Man Who Invented Saturday Morning
Bernard Loomis made legendary contributions to the toy industry and world of play.
Karate Kid Action Figures from Remco (1984)
“Discover the secrets of karate with Karate Kid tri-action figures.”
American toy inventor A.C. Gilbert was the first president of The Toy Manufacturers of the U.S.A., now known as the Toy Industry Association.
The creation of something new is not accomplished by the intellect, but by the play instinct.
– Carl Jung
The Karate Kid (1984) – 8″ Clothed Action Figures- Tournament 2 Pack from NECA
Thirty-five years after Daniel LaRusso crane-kicked his way to victory over Johnny Lawrence in the iconic ‘80s film The Karate Kid. NECA is releasing The Karate Kid All-Valley Karate Championship Daniel & Johnny Two-Pack.
Mr. Potato Head: He’s a Real Spud
Kids play with the food they don’t want to eat. George Lerner, an inventor who figured that vegetables and fruits with a little personality might have a better chance, created a set of silly face parts that could be stuck into produce. The result is a toy that would evolve to become a beloved object of play for generations.
Teddy Bear Museum – Dorchester, England
The Teddy Bear Museum honours the legacy of the beloved plush bear and its place in the hearts and minds of children and adults.
Toy Tales Weekly: Choose Your Own Adventure, Xbox, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and more
Chooseco has partnered with Audible to produce an audio-based Choose Your Own Adventure series and 7 other things we wanted to share this week.
The Friday Five: John O’Neil
John O’Neil brings toy collectors, manufacturers, and pop culture enthusiasts together at the Pop Culture Hall of Fame. Here, he highlights the importance of community building and creating a hub where everyone can enjoy shared experiences.
Gator Golf from Milton Bradley (1994)
Released in 1994 by Milton Bradley, Gator Golf was a miniature golfing game for kids that could be played indoors.
Who’s She? from Playeress
Fans of the classic game Guess Who? from Milton Bradley can now learn about and celebrate the achievements of famous women around the world.
Comics in Motion Podcast
Comics in Motion Podcast is an exchange of views by two friends about comic-based movies, television shows, and games.
Probe from Parker Brothers (1964)
Originally released in 1964 by Parker Brothers, Probe is a Hangman-style word game fun for the whole family. Sets are still readily found in thrift shops and on eBay for an accessible price.