ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Matchbox Cars, the coloring book and the collectible card game Magic: The Gathering were inducted Thursday into the National Toy Hall of Fame, recognized for an enduring appeal that ...
Matchbox Cars and coloring books have entertained children – and cluttered their bedroom floors – for generations, and now they’re in the National Toy Hall of Fame. They are joined by Magic: The ...
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Nov. 8 (UPI) --Matchbox Cars, Magic: The Gathering and coloring books were selected for induction into the National Toy Hall of Fame in New York state. The Strong Museum of Play in Rochester announced ...