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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1981
Page
18
Christmas shoppers see mostly updated versions of last year’s toys with no major new launches. Kiddie City North Olmsted reports Strawberry Shortcake remains popular and expanded to include more dolls and accessories. The Star Wars line continues with new At-At troop carrier as a notable addition.
Nineteen Elyria Prospect Elementary students share holiday wants. Items include Atari video game systems, Intellivision, goldfish, horseback riding, bicycles, skates, stereo and radio gear, a Rubik’s Cube, chess sets, backgammon, and stuffed animals. Some express confidence in receiving their toy.
Phyllis Brody and Evelyn Greenwald market Creative Art Activities Inc kits that encourage open ended play for children. Their Paper Bag Dramatics and puppet kits offer props and materials aimed at imaginative projects rather than rigid step by step tasks.
An expert argues Christmas shopping should favor tools over toys. He cites Piaget on transformations, noting tools foster imagination, problem solving, and self-entertainment, while excessive nonfunctional toys foster materialism and dependency. Emphasizes using clay, paints, building kits, and everyday objects to spark growth.
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