Sweet treats ahead, it’s National Cupcake Day!
The Game of Yertle by Dr. Seuss from Revell (1960)
Released in 1960 from Revell, The Game of Yertle used the turtle character created by Theodor Seuss Geisel (Dr. Seuss) as the central figure in a simple balancing game designed for young players.
Vintage Toys & Games
Fencing Swords Set from Wham-O (1958)
Wham-O’s Fencing Swords set let wannabe Fencers practice sword fighting.
Fist Faces Funny Face Toy from Remco (1966)
Released in 1966 by Remco, Fist Faces Funny Face Toy was an inventive but straightforward novelty item that turned a child’s fist into a moving puppet-like character.
Toy Catalogues, Vintage Advertising
Matchbox Catalogue (1978)
1978 marked the 25th year Matchbox diecast vehicles were available to fans and collectors.
Tabletop Games, Vintage Toys & Games
The Cannonball Run! from Cadaco (1981)
Released in 1981 by Cadaco, The Cannonball Run! board game was based on the action-comedy film of the same name.
2025 Holiday Gift Guide
The annual Toy Tales Holiday Gift Guide features contemporary gifts inspired by classic toys and games.
Talking Telephones from Hasbro (1969)
In 1969, Hasbro updated its popular Talking Telephones line with new features, new TV shows, and new cartoon brands.
Tabletop Games, Vintage Toys & Games
Men into Space from Milton Bradley (1960)
Published by Milton Bradley in 1960, the Men into Space board game put players in command of a fleet of rockets tasked with delivering supplies to the moon.
Carnival Shooting Gallery from Ohio Art (1960s)
Ohio Art’s Carnival Shooting Gallery (#575-K) offered a compact, mechanical version of a midway-style shooting game, complete with moving ducks and rotating rabbits.