FROM electronic baby gadgets to Barbie dolls and teddy bears, there is no doubt children’s toys bring joy to millions of youngsters across Britain. But behind some of the nation’s best-loved toys ...

Since her debut in 1959, Barbie has become one of the most recognizable and beloved toys in the world ... adult-looking paper ...

inspired by her daughter Barbara (Barbie’s boyfriend Ken would later be named for Ruth’s son, Kenneth). Ruth noticed toys marketed to girls were mostly baby dolls, where toys for Kenneth ...