Link Roundup: Shazam/Isis Hour Edition
A look back at the Shazam/Isis Hour and 7 other things we wanted to share this week.
The Thing
This battery operated novelty toy bank is based on the disembodied hand (Thing) made famous on The Addams Family television show.
Totally Tubular ’80s Toys
Published in 2010, Totally Tubular ’80s Toys highlights a decade of the toy industry that was characterized by synergistic tie-ins to companion movie franchises, television shows, and books.
Link Roundup: Logan’s Run Edition
Return to the 23rd Century with Logan’s Run and 7 other things we wanted to share this week.
Major Matt Mason from Mattel (1968)
Introduced by Mattel in 1966, Major Matt Mason lived and worked on the moon with his team of astronauts.
It’s better to play than do nothing.
– Confucious
The original Hungry Hungry Hippos were named Henry, Lizzie, Harry, and Homer.
Big Burger Grill from Kenner (1967)
Powered by a single 150-watt light bulb, the Big Burger Grill from Kenner “allowed boys and girls to enjoy drive-in treats at home.”
Link Roundup: Little Golden Book Edition
The Force is adorably strong in the Little Golden Book adaptions of the Star Wars movies and 7 other things we wanted to share this week.
The National Toy Hall of Fame
The road to induction in the Toy Hall of Fame isn’t an easy one. Every year, nominations are solicited from the general public via web or general mail. The annual call for 2015 is currently underway and runs through Friday, July 31st.
Link Roundup: Crazy Foam Edition
Crazy Foam heads back to the tub and 7 other things we wanted to share this week.
Ice Bird
“Ice Bird, Ice Bird, you’re such a nice bird. Let’s make an Ice Bird treat!”
Play energizes us and enlivens us. It eases our burdens. It renews our natural sense of optimism and opens us up to new possibilities.
– Stuart Brown, MD
Contemporary American psychiatrist
Contemporary American psychiatrist
When Colorforms hit the market in 1951, it was the very first plastic-based creative toy.
Then & Now: Lite-Brite – Makin’ things with Light!
Over the course of 45+ years, Lite-Brite has undergone a high-tech makeover, replacing the incandescent light bulb with LEDs that are powered by batteries.
Link Roundup: Campy Couture Edition
Relive some campy couture from the 1970s and 7 other things we wanted to share this week.
Etch A Sketch
On July 12, 2015, Etch A Sketch will officially turn 55. Here’s a vintage ad from 1960 to help you celebrate.
Link Roundup: 8-bit Video Game Soundtracks Edition
Assessing the pop music influence of 8-bit video game soundtracks and 7 other things we wanted to share this week.