What's the matter with kids' toys today?
Article Abstract:
A mother laments the need for toys created by the toy industry's elaborate marketing through TV and movie licensing. Manufactured toys are not necessary for healthy child's play.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 1992
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Oh, you beautiful doll
Article Abstract:
Mattel Inc earns $1 billion per year on Barbie and Ken dolls and related accessories. One mother bemoans the abundance of dolls and clothes her daughter has collected.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 1993
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Racing against the clock
Article Abstract:
This humorous narrative depicts the special psychological stresses and amusements of rearing a young family when a mother is middle aged.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 1992
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