Wish World Kids Playsets from Kenner Products (1987)
“Twice the magic, twice the cool. Wish your tub into a swimming pool.”
Vintage Advertising
Remember the toys and games of years past through vintage advertising – for better and for worse!
Give-A-Show Projector from Kenner (1973)
Kenner’s 1973 advertisement for the Give-A-Show Projector promoted new entertainment options for the toy’s 14th anniversary.
Air Devils from Hasbro (1970s)
“You’re up and headin’ for home. Carrier rendezvous accomplished!”
Kitt & Kaboodle Soft Body Doll and Action Pony from Ideal (1985)
This 1985 dealer advertisement from Ideal features “the adorable style and exclusive action features” of Kitt (the doll) and Kaboodle (her pony).
Auto-Rama from A.C. Gilbert (1961)
This 1961 dealer advertisement for Power Steering Pit Stop from A.C. Gilbert features two add-on products for the company’s Autorama racing line.
Kiddie Fondue from Kenner (1975)
This 1975 dealer advertisement for Kiddie Fondue from Kenner! features kids having fondue fun.
Big John from Parker Brothers (1994)
A 1994 dealer advertisement for Big John from parker Brothers. Advertised as “the electronic flush and burp game.”
Birthday Surprise from Tiger Games (1989)
A 1989 dealer advertisement for Birthday Surprise from Tiger Games. Advertised as “the lights and music birthday cake game”, the board game was all about conspicuous consumption.
Batman Batmobile from Marx (1966)
“Now you can be Batman in your very own Batmobile from Marx!”
Jewel Magic from Mattel (1975)
When loaded with beads, Jewel Magic produced “oodles of baubles ‘n bangles” at the turn of its handle.
Poppin Hoppies from Ideal (1968)
“Sometimes we’re all poppin’; poppin’ and droppin’ everywhere.”
The Wing Thing from Gilbert (1963)
In 1963, Gilbert released The Wing Thing, an “all-weather flying vehicle” that stood a whopping 36-inches long by 48-inches wide.
Atari Games from Atari (1980s)
“Dear Atari Anonymous, my son Boris has mission command problems.”