Toys!

Amazing Stories Behind Some Great Inventions

By: Don Wulffson, Laurie Keller (Illustrator)

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Hardcover | 1 July 2000 | Edition Number 1

At a Glance

Hardcover
144 Pages

Age
8 - 12

Grade
3 - 7

Dimensions(cm)
22.86 x 15.24 x 1.27

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A fresh, intriguing look at the stories behind great toy inventions.
""Originally, Play-Doh only came in white. There's a good reason for this. You see, Play-Doh didn't start out as a toy. It started out as a product for cleaning wallpaper.""
Have you ever wondered who invented Lego, Mr. Potato Head, or toy trains? Here are the fascinating stories behind these toy inventions and many others. Learn why the see-saw was popular with the Romans, how the Slinky was used during the Vietnam War, and the reason Raggedy Ann has a red heart on her chest that says "I love you." From dolls and checkers to pinball and the modern video game, there's a wide selection here for boys and girls alike.
With humor and wit, this intriguing book serves up slices of cultural history that will inspire young readers to start thinking up their own toy inventions.

Industry Reviews

"Lighthearted text and humorous drawings convey amusement and appreciation for these inspired creations."--"School Library Journal""" "An interesting read for anybody who appreciates the inventive mind and entrepreneurial spirit."--Sue Corbett, Knight Ridder Newspapers "Lighthearted text and humorous drawings convey amusement and appreciation for these inspired creations." --Sue Corbett, Knight Ridder Newspapers

"An interesting read for anybody who appreciates the inventive mind and entrepreneurial spirit." --Sue Corbett, Knight Ridder Newspapers Lighthearted text and humorous drawings convey amusement and appreciation for these inspired creations. Sue Corbett, Knight Ridder Newspapers

An interesting read for anybody who appreciates the inventive mind and entrepreneurial spirit. Sue Corbett, Knight Ridder Newspapers

" Lighthearted text and humorous drawings convey amusement and appreciation for these inspired creations. "Sue Corbett, Knight Ridder Newspapers"

An interesting read for anybody who appreciates the inventive mind and entrepreneurial spirit. "Sue Corbett, Knight Ridder Newspapers""

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