Slinky Invention and Sales
Grade 4•45 minutes
Learning Objective
I can tell the story of how the Slinky was invented and became a successful toy.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 7 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. Describe how Richard James accidentally invented the Slinky.
2. What does the name "Slinky" mean, and who came up with it?
3. Explain how Richard and Betty James first introduced the Slinky to the public.
...and 4 more questions
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