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A fresh, intriguing look at the stories behind great toy inventions, by Don Wulffson and illustrated by Laurie Keller.
“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? In Toys! 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.
Publisher : Square Fish; First Edition (December 2, 2014)
Language : English
Paperback : 208 pages
ISBN-10 : 1250034094
ISBN-13 : 978-1250034090
Reading age : 8 – 12 years
Lexile measure : 920L
Grade level : Preschool – 2
Item Weight : 5.7 ounces
Dimensions : 5.2 x 0.55 x 7.6 inches
Customers say
Customers find the book entertaining and engaging for kids and adults alike. They appreciate the interesting stories about toys and games. The book is suitable for grades 3-7, and the Slinky toy serves as a good introduction.
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