In recent articles, I described some of the most popular baby boomer toys that are still available today, 60 plus years later. The post World War II time was often described as the Golden Era of Toys.

But in mass-producing the hoop in rigid plastic, Wham-O created an enduring hit – one of the great toy fads of the 20th century and a children’s favorite that has stood the test of time. In the 1950s, ...

Toys date back to prehistoric times, when children fashioned sticks, rocks and clay into playthings. More sophisticated toys appeared in Ancient Greece, Rome and Egypt. But it wasn’t until the ...

Remember that plastic Wham-O sensation from the 1950s that got everyone swiveling their hips? The Hula Hoop is back -- as a low-impact fitness sensation. I's fun!" Dawnmarie Raymond promises, as she ...