Iconic Millennial Toys - Part Two

Some of the fondest memories of children from the '80s and '90s come from the iconic toys of that era. These toys were unique, interactive, and sometimes even dangerous. In this article, we'll be discussing four more toys that bring back memories of childhood.

Relive the nostalgia with POGs! This classic game dates back to the "Milk Caps" game of the 1930s, which was based on the Japanese game "Menko." The history of POGs is tied to a brand of juice made from passionfruit, orange, and guava in Maui, Hawaii, which created collectible bottle caps used to play the game. In the 1990s, a math teacher used POGs to teach, sparking its popularity across California and the rest of America. Banks and McDonald's even got in on the action, handing out POGs to fans. The game is simple: stack the POGs in a tower and throw a "slammer" at the stack. Any POG that lands face up goes to the player who threw the turn. Some people played for keeps, risking losing all their POGs, but many people simply collected POGs without playing the game, similar to Pokemon cards. If you're a fan of POGs, don't miss out on the Indiegogo campaign to create a mobile game version of this classic hit!

The EasyBake Oven, introduced in 1963 by Kenner Products, is designed to resemble a real oven. Initially, the oven was heated by two incandescent light bulbs, but later models used traditional heating methods. In 1993, Kenner Products became a part of Hasbro and with Hasbro's popularity and advertising, the EasyBake Oven became a household staple in the 1990s. Although it was predominantly favored by girls, everyone loved the end results. Using the EasyBake Oven was a breeze. Simply add water and wait for your perfectly edible cookies, cakes, and brownies to transform into moderate perfection. Most models even came with icing to top off your creations. In 2006, the EasyBake Oven was inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame, and the new and improved version, the Easy Bake Ultimate Oven, is available on Amazon and in stores.

Cabbage Patch Kids were a line of dolls created by Xavier Roberts. The dolls varied in style, from soft and poseable to porcelain. Over the years, the rights to these dolls have changed hands multiple times, but they are currently under the ownership of Wicked Cool Toys. One of the most memorable versions was the Snack Time doll, which could be fed different "foods" and then "eat" them. Unfortunately, this version was recalled in 1997 because it had a tendency to eat girls' hair. You can now order Cabbage Patch Kids (ones that won't pose a threat to your hair) along with different outfits from the website.