How Was the Slinky Invented?
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Today’s Wonder of the Day twists and turns and even walks down stairs!
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Richard James, “Slinky Toy”, 2012, made by Poof®; original design
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Retro Slinky the Original Walking Spring Toy, Silver Metal Slinky
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Did you know Slinky was invented by mistake during WWII by a naval
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How Was the Slinky Invented?
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How long is the wire used to make a slinky? - Quora
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So, Slinky's Were Definitely Invented By Accident
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On National Slinky Day, the Delco-born toy gets its own historical
Read the Plaque - The Slinky Toy
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How Philadelphia Invented The Slinky
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Fads: Believe It or Not, they are a Business. Slinky (1945) When
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Slinky - The Strong National Museum of Play
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On National Slinky Day, the Delco-born toy gets its own historical
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How the Metal Slinky Was Born
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The Slinky: An Iconic American Invention With Timeless Patenting
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Original Slinky Toy