Karate Kid Action Figures from Remco (1984)
“Discover the secrets of karate with Karate Kid tri-action figures.”
American toy inventor A.C. Gilbert was the first president of The Toy Manufacturers of the U.S.A., now known as the Toy Industry Association.
The creation of something new is not accomplished by the intellect, but by the play instinct.
– Carl Jung
The Karate Kid (1984) – 8″ Clothed Action Figures- Tournament 2 Pack from NECA
Thirty-five years after Daniel LaRusso crane-kicked his way to victory over Johnny Lawrence in the iconic ‘80s film The Karate Kid. NECA is releasing The Karate Kid All-Valley Karate Championship Daniel & Johnny Two-Pack.
Mr. Potato Head: He’s a Real Spud
Kids play with the food they don’t want to eat. George Lerner, an inventor who figured that vegetables and fruits with a little personality might have a better chance, created a set of silly face parts that could be stuck into produce. The result is a toy that would evolve to become a beloved object of play for generations.
Teddy Bear Museum – Dorchester, England
The Teddy Bear Museum honours the legacy of the beloved plush bear and its place in the hearts and minds of children and adults.
Toy Tales Weekly: Choose Your Own Adventure, Xbox, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and more
Chooseco has partnered with Audible to produce an audio-based Choose Your Own Adventure series and 7 other things we wanted to share this week.
The Friday Five: John O’Neil
John O’Neil brings toy collectors, manufacturers, and pop culture enthusiasts together at the Pop Culture Hall of Fame. Here, he highlights the importance of community building and creating a hub where everyone can enjoy shared experiences.
Gator Golf from Milton Bradley (1994)
Released in 1994 by Milton Bradley, Gator Golf was a miniature golfing game for kids that could be played indoors.
Who’s She? from Playeress
Fans of the classic game Guess Who? from Milton Bradley can now learn about and celebrate the achievements of famous women around the world.
Comics in Motion Podcast
Comics in Motion Podcast is an exchange of views by two friends about comic-based movies, television shows, and games.
Probe from Parker Brothers (1964)
Originally released in 1964 by Parker Brothers, Probe is a Hangman-style word game fun for the whole family. Sets are still readily found in thrift shops and on eBay for an accessible price.
Tru-Vue Viewers from Tru-Vue Company (1950s)
From the early 1930s through the ’60s, U.S. based Tru-Vue manufactured a series of stereoscope viewers that featured filmstrips of 14 stereo frames each.
Museum of Soviet Arcade Machines – Moscow, Russia
The Museum of Soviet Arcade Machines preserves the history of Russian-made coin-operated video game machines.
Toy Tales Weekly: The Smurfs, True Kids, Inc., Wham-O, and more
Follow the adventures of The Smurfs on their official YouTube channel and 7 other things we wanted to share this week.
Collector Spotlight: Neil Scallan
Neil Scallan holds the Guinness World Record for the largest collection of Monopoly boards. Neil shares highlights of his collection with Toy Tales and explains why he started collecting the iconic game.
Trouble and Double Trouble from Milton Bradley (1992)
“Grandma’s poppin’, grandpa’s poppin’, poppin’ over you!”