When you think of an American Girl doll, you probably think of wholesome history lessons, inspiring role models, and childhood nostalgia. But despite their educational mission, American Girl has found itself at the center of controversy again and again. From surprising historical inaccuracies to culture wars and collector backlash, the […]
As ’90s style and trends continue to make a comeback, it’s impossible for those of us who actually grew up in the ’90s to not think about some of our favorite toys and the joy they brought us. While it’s human nature to feel nostalgic for a simpler time, the […]
When former toy salesman Ty Warner introduced a line of small stuffed animals called Beanie Babies to the world in 1993, there was no indication that over the next few years the cute plush toys would be at the center of one of the oddest economic bubbles that coincided with […]
