Cabbage Patch Snacktime Kids (1990s)
This doll could eat toy food!
You put the toy food in its mouth, and it would go into the doll. But your hair or fingers could get caught in its mouth too. Ouch!
Would you play with this toy?
Courtesy of The Strong National Museum of Play
Courtesy of The Strong National Museum of Play
Pet Rock (1970s)
This toy was really just a rock! It came in a box that looked like a pet carrier. The rock didn’t do anything. But it was easy to take care of!
Would you play with this toy?
Baby Alive (1970s)
This doll could also eat toy food. Then it left behind a dirty diaper. It could also throw up the food!
Would you play with this toy?
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Jarts (1960s)
You could throw these darts around the yard. But they were made of heavy metal. If one hit you, it would really hurt!
Would you play with this toy?
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