The Corn Popper is a

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manufactured by

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since 1957. Aimed at

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ers, when the Corn Popper is pushed or pulled, colored balls inside a

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bounce and create a popping, bouncing noise. FisherPriceLogo

History

The Corn Popper was invented in 1957 by Arthur Holt, and sold to Fisher-Price for $50.Inventor Arthur Holt Dies of Cancer at 74

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) The Corn Popper is one of the most popular toys for young children in history, and was designed to help them learn to walk. It sends tiny, colorful, gumball size balls flying and hitting the plastic dome, to create its signature loud popping noise.

Accessories

Corn Popper

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s are also on the market; they are miniature versions and can still "pop corn".

References

External links

Official website
Products introduced in 1957 Fisher-Price Physical activity and dexterity toys {{Toy-stub