Classic Toys Quiz

The Slinky was invented by Richard James, a naval engineer, while he was working on springs for ship instruments. What decade did this beloved toy first appear in stores?

Barbie, the iconic fashion doll, was introduced to the world at the American International Toy Fair. In what year did Barbie first go on sale?

The Hula Hoop became a nationwide craze in 1958 when Wham-O sold 25 million of them in just four months. Which company manufactured and marketed the Hula Hoop?

Lincoln Logs, the beloved set of notched wooden logs for building miniature cabins, were invented by a famous architect's son. Who was Lincoln Logs' famous inventor?

Silly Putty was discovered by accident during World War II when scientists were searching for a substitute for rubber. What substance is Silly Putty primarily made from?

Mr. Potato Head holds a special place in toy history as the first toy ever advertised on television. In what decade was Mr. Potato Head introduced?

The Easy-Bake Oven let children bake real treats using the heat from a light bulb. Which toy company introduced the Easy-Bake Oven in 1963?

Etch A Sketch, the classic red drawing toy with two white knobs, was invented in France and brought to the United States. In what year did it first appear in American toy stores?

G.I. Joe was introduced in 1964 as a new kind of toy for boys — an action figure. Which company created G.I. Joe?

The Spirograph, a geometric drawing toy that creates intricate mathematical patterns, became enormously popular in the 1960s. Who invented the Spirograph?

Candy Land, the classic board game for young children with no reading required, was designed by a schoolteacher recovering from polio. In what decade was Candy Land first published?

Tonka trucks have been beloved by children for decades. The company that made Tonka trucks took its name from a lake in Minnesota. What does 'Tonka' mean in the Dakota Sioux language?

The View-Master, a toy that let children view 3D images on cardboard reels, was first introduced not as a children's toy but for a very different purpose. What was the View-Master's original intended use?

Hot Wheels die-cast toy cars zoomed onto the scene in 1968, instantly challenging the dominance of Matchbox cars. Which company launched Hot Wheels?

The Frisbee has a fun origin story — it was inspired by the tin pie plates from a Connecticut bakery that college students tossed around for fun. What was the name of that bakery?