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LEGO Wants to Turn Your Space-Themed Design Into a New Set
Whether they're inspired by science fiction or reality, LEGO wants to see your out-of-this-world ideas for an upcoming promotional set.
TOYS
23 Funny Historical Letters to Santa
"I wish you would please bring me a typewriter and a drum and a doll dressed in a sailor suit so I can call it Raymond."
A.C. Gilbert, the Toymaker Who (Actually) Saved Christmas
In 1918, the U.S. government threatened to close down toy factories and discourage gift-giving to shift focus toward the war. A.C. Gilbert wasn't having it.
Calling All Neil Young/Locomotive Superfans: The Singer Is Auctioning Off His Model Trains
The rock icon is also a huge model train nerd, and he's selling off some of his collection.
10 Dangerous Toys from Decades Past (and the Commercials That Sold Them)
Whether you owned a Johnny Seven One Man Army or just want to know more about the ultra-violent, bestselling toy of 1964, let's take a look back at some of the dangerous toys of yesteryear.
A Speedy History of the Hess Truck
For more than 50 years, the toy truck has been a holiday rarity: a gas station gift that people actually want.
Oral History: When Tickle Me Elmo Ruled the World
The hottest toy of 1996—which led to concussions, mass hysteria, and one designer becoming a Unabomber suspect—is making a comeback.
When This Box Is Empty, It Can Be Made Into Games and Toys for Displaced Children
The idea is called "Inside the Box."
Airbnb is Giving Away a One-Night Stay in Denmark's LEGO House
Nearly everything in the guest suite is made of LEGO bricks.
14 Things You Owned in the ‘70s That Are Worth a Fortune Now
Discover which of these rare 1970s toys, albums, and housewares could make garage sales worth your while.
The '90s Called: Original Tamagotchis Are Coming Back to the U.S.
Some amazing news for your 10-year-old self.
15 Happy Meal Toys Worth Big Bucks on eBay
It's time to go through the attic, the garage, and the boxes at your parents' house. If you saved your old Happy Meal toys, you could be sitting on a goldmine.
Take a Virtual Peek Inside Denmark's New LEGO House
The experiential play center in Billund, Denmark, opened its doors to the public in late September.
Knock-Off Versions of Nerf Ammo Can Cause Serious Eye Injuries
Ralphie's mom tried to warn us.
Watch Craftsmen Shape Gobs of Molten Glass into Colorful Marbles
Learn how the tiny trinkets get their colorful centers and perfectly round shapes.
To Have and to Have Snot: A History of Madballs
When art school dropout Ralph Shaffer was hired by American Greetings to illustrate greeting cards in 1964, the 23-year-old was tasked with depicting delicate flower petals and hopping bunny rabbits.
This Cuddly Robot Can Help Teach Social Cues to Kids With Autism
Blossom is engineered to be a different type of robot.
This Voltron LEGO Set Is Almost Ready to Assemble
The idea came from a fan design.
Masters of the Universe: Looking Back on 1987's He-Man Movie
The studio was so optimistic about their adaptation of the Mattel toy line that they started pre-production on a sequel. Then the movie came out ...
11 Well-Drawn Facts About The Etch A Sketch
How does it work? It's actually pretty simple.
The 5 Biggest LEGO Sets Ever Made
Bare feet, beware!
Chakka-Chhh: The Hidden History of View-Master
William Gruber made one of the definitive toys of the 20th century. He also thought Hitler was a pretty solid guy.
Diverse Ken Dolls Now Come in Different Body Types, Skin Colors
Mattel just released 15 new versions of Ken, diversifying the doll's look for the modern era.
Mathematician Calculates Rotational Speed of Fidget Spinner in Fidgets Per Second
The tips move at more than 35 mph...but the trick is how you measure something so fidgety.