Toys! by Don Wulffson

Toys! by Don Wulffson

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Have you ever wondered who invented Lego, Mr Potato Head, or toy trains? This book presents fascinating stories behind these toy inventions and many others. It shows you 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."

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Toys! by Don Wulffson

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. Now, the paperback is revised and updated with even more. With humour and wit, this intriguing book serves up slices of cultural history that will inspire young readers to start thinking up their own toy inventions.
Don Wulffson is the author of many books for young readers including The Kid Who Invented the Popsicle and Other Strange Inventions. A teacher of English and creative writing, Mr. Wulffson is the recipient of the Leather Medal Award for Poetry. He lives with his family in Northridge, California. Laurie Keller is the author and illustrator of Arnie the Dougnut, The Scrambled States of America and Open Wide-Tooth School Inside. Laurie lives on the shore of Lake Michigan. lauriekeller.com
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ISBN 13 9781250034090
ISBN 10 1250034094
Title Toys!
Author Don Wulffson
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Palgrave USA
Year published 2014-12-02
Number of pages 208
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.