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.

Personal narratives, Public opinion, Toy industry, Parenting

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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.

Games, toys, and children's vehicles, Dolls and stuffed toys, Marketing, Mattel Inc., Barbie dolls

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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.

Middle age, Motherhood

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