The Classic Toys

When it comes to toys, there’s a lot to be said for the appeal of the classics. Most of us have fond memories of playing with a train set, pounding out chaotic melodies on a xylophone, or pulling one of those telephone-on-wheels with the rolling eyes. We have fond memories of those toys because they were a heck of a lot of fun. Sooner or later, most kids develop an interest in whatever the Big Toy is this year. Most parents have not-so-fond memories of shelling out loads of cash for whatever the hit baby dolls toys or super cool action figures are this year, only to have the kids wind up forgetting all about those Christmas presents in a month or two. The classic children’s wooden toys, the old school train sets and doll house toys, they all have a sort of timeless appeal, which is why toy companies keep making them. Here’s some info on a few of the more iconic classics:

A Brief History of the Xylophone

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