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Added on: 17th Jul 2015

 

TRANSFORMERS

Transformers

Transformers are action figures divided into two main factions: the

heroic Autobots and the evil Decepticons. Spin-offs from the toy line

have been made since their debut in 1984 which include the Marvel

series, a television program, and several full-length movies.

 

 

MATCHBOX CAR

Matchbox Car

Created by Lesney Products, Matchbox Car is the smaller version of

the miniature model of the coronation coach of Queen Elizabeth II

that was first marketed in 1953. This miniature car was followed

by an entire series of tiny cars and became best sellers.

Matchbox racing tracks were also released in the 1970’s to keep

up with its competitor; Hot Wheels.

 

 

TEDDY RUXPIN

Teddy Ruxpin

Awarded as the best-selling toy of 1985 and 1986, Teddy Ruxpin is a

talking bear that moves its eyes while making it appear that it reads a

story played through cassette tapes built on its back. Its characters

already inspired a cartoon show on TV. In 2006, the toy was also

awarded the Animated Interactive Plush Toy of the Year.

 

 

TICKLE ME ELMO

Tickle Me Elmo

Tickle Me Elmo is a doll that says “That tickles!” when its tummy

is squeezed and ‘tickled.’ Tickling the doll three consecutive

times will make it laugh and shake continuously.

In 1996, the toy was named as the Hottest Toy of the Year.

 

 

BARBIE’S DREAM HOUSE

Barbie’s Dream House

The modest yet hip Barbie’s dream house came to being in 1962.

It was originally made of cardboard foldout but through time,

it has evolved into an elegant three-story mansion complete with a

working elevator, a spacious garage and a swimming pool. This

house is also fully-furnished with song playing intercom, stove,

living room, dining room and bedroom furniture; and appliances.

 

 

NERF BALL

NERF Ball

NERF Ball was introduced by Parker Brothers in 1970 as the

world’s first indoor ball. Characterized by its original non-expanding

recreational foam, this ball became one of the best-selling toys of the 1970’s.

Around four million of this toy ball were sold by the end of its first

year on the market.

 

 

SUPER SOAKER

Super Soaker

Super Soaker is a water gun that fires water through manually

pressurized air inside the toy. Because of its popularity, the

term Super Soaker was generally used for all types of pressurized

water guns. Up to now, the toy is still manufactured and sold in

the market by the toy company Hasbro under the Nerf brand.

 

 

BRATZ

Bratz

Created by Carter Bryant and MGA Entertainment, Bratz are dubbed as

anti-Barbie dolls. They are sexy tween girls known for their glittery

makeup, style and huge eyes. They are among the most popular dolls of

the 20th century and have become a huge hit since they were launched.

Millions of Bratz have already been sold in the market since their creation.

 


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