“Unwrap the Surprising Evolution of Christmas Gifts: What Fads Defined Each Decade?”

1950s: Play-Doh

Making its way into school classrooms in the mid-1950s, it wasn’t long before children wanted Play-Doh in their homes.

Between its creation in 1955 and years later, in 2005, more than two billion cans were sold.

1960s: G.I. Joe

G.I. Joe dolls were a response to the Barbie doll, and, boy, did they take off.

Created in the 1960s, these 12-inch tall action figures were all the rage with young boys.

1960s: Etch A Sketch

The Etch A Sketch was introduced in 1960 and became one of the most well-known toys of the decade.

Sold for $2.99, the drawing toy went on to sell 600,000 units in the first year of production.

1970s: Star Wars Action Figures

Amazingly, after the release of Star Wars in 1977, the Kenner toy company hadn’t even begun production on toys. Instead, lucky children opened gifts on Christmas morning with vouchers!

These vouchers were for a Star Wars toy when they were finally released in 1978.

1970s: Rubik’s Cube

Created in the 1970s, the Rubik’s Cubes became one puzzle every kid wanted in their lives.

Since its release, Rubik’s Cubes has become one of the most recognizable icons in popular culture.

1980s: Cabbage Patch Kids