“Enter into children’s play and you will find the place where their minds, hearts, and souls meet.”

“People are so damn bored, tired of all their problems. This takes them on a fantasy trip — you might say we’ve packaged a sense of humour.”

Pet Rock inventor, Gary Dahl, followed up his best-selling novelty with Sand Breeding Kits, a product that failed to match the success of its predecessor.

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Kenner adapted the Care Bear characters into toys in 1983. Over 40 million of the plush bears were sold between 1983 and 1987.

“Kenner was so hungry for product that they told their manufacturer in Taiwan that if he could make another million Care Bears in the first year, they would buy him a top of the line Mercedes.”

According to TIME’s list of all-time 100 greatest toys, the top toys of the 1940s include soap bubble solution, Little Golden Books, Slinky, Magic 8-Ball, and LEGO.

“When we were young we didn’t have as many toys as people have today and therefore they were treasured much more.”

Mickey Mouse’s middle name is Theodore.

“I only hope that we never lose sight of one thing – that it was all started by a mouse.”

National Jigsaw Day is celebrated annually on November 3.

“Modern entertainment media compete for attention today. Yet jigsaw puzzles still appeal. Whether as a solitary activity or a family enterprise, completing a puzzle brings both a sense of accomplishment and an attractive image.”