Micro Scalextric James Bond No Time to Die Race Set from Scalextric
Scalextric offers a chance to bring the adventure of James Bond home with the release of its new Micro Scalextric James Bond No Time to Die Race Set.
Ideal Novelty and Toy Company was the first maker of teddy bears in the United States.
Transformers: A Visual History
The ancient conflict between the Autobots and the Decepticons is front-and-center in Transformers: A Visual History, from author and archivist Jim Sorensen.
Planet of the Apes from Milton Bradley (1974)
The Planet of the Apes movie gave the public more than just cinematic adventure, it also spawned the Planet of the Apes board game published by Milton Bradley in 1974.
American Treasure Tour Museum – Oaks, Pennsylvania
The American Treasure Tour Museum houses the fruits of one anonymous collector’s sixty-plus-year treasure hunting obsession.
Link Roundup: Hasbro PulseCon, Day of the Dead Barbie, Walmart Wonder Lab and more
Hasbro has announced a new two-day virtual convention – PulseCon and 7 other things we wanted to share this week.
Mego Corporation
From dime-store toys to action figures and playsets, Mego Corporation led the industry in manufacturing efficiencies and display packaging innovations.
Tuggy the 2-Headed Turtle from Gilbert Toys (1963)
A dealer advertisement from 1963 for Tuggy the 2-Headed Turtle from The A. C. Gilbert Company.
Classic Films Jigsaw Puzzles from Firebox
A new puzzle series from online retailer Firebox harkens back to vintage movie nights form the 1980s/90s.
Where’s the Fun From? – Radio Flyer Wagons
In the latest installment from his YouTube series Where’s the Fun From?, Guest Contributor Tim Walsh tell the story of America’s Little Red Wagon, The Radio Flyer!
Ten Slink-tastic Facts about the Slinky
2020 is Slinky’s 75th anniversary. Here are ten Slink-tastic facts about the iconic toy.
LEGO Museum – Prague, Czech Republic
The LEGO Museum in Prague explores the toy’s decades-long history and showcases the impact these building blocks continue to have on curious and creative minds of all ages.
Link Roundup: IKEA x LEGO, FANGORIA, Bob Ross Monopoly, and more
The initial products from the IKEA x Lego collaboration have emerged and 7 other things we wanted to share this week.
The Friday Five: Tim Cohen-Laurie
Tim Cohen-Laurie is an executive producer on What’s It Worth?, a show that looks for hidden treasures owned by everyday people, starring comedian Jeff Foxworthy as host. Cohen-Laurie talked to us about the pandemic’s effect on the production of the show and how people can be considered for future seasons.
Arcade Mania from Milton Bradley (1983)
“The game that combines arcade speed with board game strategy.”
…my colleagues bought tech stocks; I bought a Hot Wheels vehicle…
– Bruce Pascal
Battleship Rustic Series Edition from Hasbro
Hasbro’s rustic version of Battleship, the classic game of naval combat, features wooden game units and a vintage, weathered look.
The first Hot Wheels car off the manufacturing line was a dark blue Redline Custom Camaro.