Debbie Lawler Daredevil Jump Set from Kenner (1974)
To commemorate the high-flying exploits of daredevil motorcycle jumper, Debbie Lawler, Kenner released a signature Jump Set as part of its Turbo Tower of Power (TTP) line in 1974.
Vintage Advertising
Remember the toys and games of years past through vintage advertising – for better and for worse!
GoBots Command Center from Tonka (1984)
“Enemy GoBot attacking!”
Evel Knievel Precision Miniatures from Ideal (1976)
In the 1970s, Ideal Toy Company produced several toy lines that featured legendary stunt performer, Evel Knievel, including a series of precision diecast miniatures.
Zzzoom•It from Mattel (1971)
“Are you ready for Zzzoom•It? That’s right, Zzzoom•It! A new way to play from Mattel.”
Play-Doh Activity Sets from Kenner (1980)
In 1980, Kenner released several Play-Doh activity sets that featured some of their popular licensed properties, including Sesame Street, Strawberry Shortcake, The Flintstones, and Star Wars.
Strange Change Machine from Mattel (1968)
“This is a creature from the lost world…”
Mattel See ‘n Say Toys (1974)
Mattel’s See ‘n Say educational talking toys re-purposed a mechanism in the company’s popular Chatty Cathy doll.
Super Powers Collection Hall of Justice Playset from Kenner Products (1984)
“Can Superman save the Hall of Justice? You decide!”
Matchbox Mobile Action Command (1974)
In 1974, Matchbox introduced the toy world to Mobile Action Command (MAC), an elite, international rescue team of anonymous agents equipped with quasi-futuristic vehicles, accessories, and outfits.
Big Jim Sports Camper from Mattel (1972)
“The action’s here and you got all the gear.”
Agent Zero M Movie-Shot from Mattel (1965)
In the 1960s, Mattel released a line of spy toys that allowed children to go undercover as Agent Zero M.
Tammy Doll and Accessories from Ideal Toy Company (1963)
“Who is the girl with a twinkle in her eyes? It’s Tammy, the Ideal teen.”
Francie, Barbie’s Modern Cousin from Mattel (1966)
In 1966, Mattel released Francie Fairchild, a new fashion doll representing “the swinging teenage world that every little girl wants to join.”
Stomper 4x4s Wild Mountain Set from Schaper (1980)
“…because four-wheel drive means power.”
Quick Jump It’s a Skunk from Hasbro (1980)
Released in 1980 by Hasbro, Quick Jump It’s a Skunk was an action-packed dexterity game that challenged 2 to 4 players to steer clear of a skunk.
Science Kits from Remco (1962)
“The thinking boy’s toy.”
Barbie’s Dream Boat from Mattel (1974)
Barbie and friends could take to the high seas in style when Mattel released Barbie’s Dream Boat in 1974.
Stay Alive from Milton Bradley (1981)
“It’s quite deadly.”