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The huggable dolls, of which no two were alike, came with a birth certificate, and were so sought after that consumers rioted across the country when supplies ran out before Christmas in 1983. The original Cabbage Patch Kids dolls weren’t made for consumers, but were the creation of Kentucky artist Martha Nelson Thomas, who would adopt them out to her friends, before her idea was stolen. Polly Pockets, which premiered in 1989, were a staple for young kids who could mix and match the tiny dolls with many tiny accessories.

The learning aid was the first to use digital signal processing, which converted analog sound information into speech capable of teaching kids both the proper spelling and pronunciation of a word. The 10 original Care Bears, which wear belly badges to denote their personalities, were intended to be American Greetings card characters in 1981 until they became plush, stuffed Parker Brothers dolls in 1983. Though relaunched a handful of times throughout the years with new names, books, and films, the soft and furry fad slowly faded by the turn of the century. Children of the 1980s, read on to see if any of your favourites made our list of 30 toys that defined the decade.

Using augmented reality, you can view a scale 3D model on your phone. All metal components are galvanised inside and out with a hard-wearing zinc coating. Visible sections are finished with a UV-resistant black powder coating. This ensures Jumpflex™ trampolines will remain a property feature you’ll be proud of. I can still remember news reports of parents standing in long lines to buy the dolls during the holiday season in 1983. Cabbage Patch Kids lasted a bit longer than the Pet Rock and even enjoyed somewhat of a comeback in recent years.

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It was great to see the kids jumping, laughing, and playing together—no matter that their ages ranged from 7 to 16. But, as with any toy, not all trampolines are created equal, so we tested this Skywalker model to see how it stands up to the competition. We had several kids of varying ages jump on the trampoline, both in groups and alone, to see how the Skywalker held up to the stress of the flips and occasional collisions. There were dozens and dozens of action skywalker trampolines figures to collect, from Papa Smurf to the Smurfs’ peace-loving nemesis, Gargamel, some of which can fetch over $100 today. Two major motion pictures in the past decade have helped bring a resurgence for the Smurfs, while steady interest in Belgium has helped lead to over 400 figurines in the collection. Teddy Ruxpin captured the attention of boys and girls everywhere, as his ability to talk and move both his eyes and mouth were revolutionary at the time.

What that basically means is that you’ll need to work hard to get a great bounce, but you’ll also be able to make longer jumps, since the sides are further apart. Skywalker carries trampolines of varying sizes, from their 36 inch square mini trampoline, all the way up to a 17×15 foot oval, and lots of sizes in between. All Skywalker trampolines meet or exceed ASTM safety standards. And, according to Skywalker’s site, the company aims for excellence and the highest possible levels of efficiency, safety, and quality. Even though jumping on a trampoline is a lot of fun and might even include health benefits, safety always comes first. “We understand that only by closely following market trends and deeply understanding consumer demands can we provide products that truly resonate with them,” said Lina, Sportsoul’s Vice President.

The Skywalker trampoline arrives at your door in several boxes, and within those boxes are, yes, more boxes. But while the unboxing process for this trampoline does feel a bit tedious, the pieces, which range from nuts and bolts to individual springs and the frame, are well-organized and easy to locate among the sea of brown cardboard. We had a relatively easy time finding each piece we needed, and the way in which the manufacturer labeled the individual parts made following along with the instructions a snap.

This means that the structure of the frame can withstand heavy use and won’t twist or warp with repeated jumping by excited kids—a must when it comes to trampolines. Some of the toys that defined the time have crazy stories about them. Take, for example, shopping for a Cabbage Patch Kids doll around Christmas in 1983, which meant parents were putting their safety at risk with the many riots that ensued, which went to inspire an HBO documentary.

To capitalize on the success of George Lucas’ smash-hit “Star Wars,” The Lego Group, which manufactures plastic toy bricks, created minifigures with visor-less helmets and wheeled vehicles. It wasn’t until 1999 that the toy manufacturer would issue its first intellectual property license to “Star Wars,” bringing Lego and Lucas together for real—and the toy’s cultural impact remains even. The colorful stuffed animals started out as something fun for kids to play with and collect. Over time, however, people saw Beanie Babies as an investment and became obsessed with amassing them. In 1995, Beanie Babies were even called the world’s first Internet sensation.