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History.com: The Surprising Origins of 7 Classic Toys

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Many childhood memories include hours spent molding Play-Doh, or watching a Slinky glide down the stairs, or marveling at the transfer of a newspaper comic to a simple wad of Silly Putty. But those famous novelty toys didn't start out as products intended for kids. Failed experiments, re-imaginations and unexpected inspirations are behind the story of seven of America's most beloved toys -- all of which have continued to see stellar sales decades after first hitting the market.

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