We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. It features a flared shape, steel axle and durable plastic body that can withstand impact. A yoyo also spelled yoyo is a toy consisting of an axle connected to two disks, and a string looped around the axle, similar to a spool. Yoyo books, olen, belgium publishing company profile. These arent quite that serious, although theyre good yo yos to begin with, and far better than the proliferation of cheap toys available. The book is steeped in the state of yo, a place where technique, culture, challenge, and lore intersect. The winged shape design and wide gap system make it easy to master new tricks. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Within a few years, demand for the toy was so great that flores opened two additional factories, producing 300,000 yoyos a day.
Beginners yo yos intermediate yo yos advanced yo yos 1a looping yo yos 2a offstring yo yos 4a counterweight yo yos 5a fire yoyo yo yo accessories yo yo strings yo yo tshirts yo yo books yo yo dvds. A favorite for over 60 years, the butterfly offers a wide shape that makes landing the yoyo on the string much easier. The yo yo first became popular in the 1930s, when duncan sent out teams of traveling yo yo men not women, mind you who would spend three, four, and five weeks in cities and towns across america, teaching tricks, selling yo yos, and running contests. The worlds most valuable yoyo belonged to country star roy acuff. Yoyo books list of books by author yoyo thriftbooks.
All i have been doing is using my money and buying things that i wish i had tried as a kid. Although the first picture of a child playing with a yoyo comes from a greek vase painting of 500bc, yoyos became particularly popular in the early 20thcentury. Duncan may have been around for a long time, but we have still managed to keep up with the times. Jan 8, 2020 sewing patterns and diy craft projects for sewing, designing and creating handmade projects and accessories out of yo yos. Babys first library animals board book february 1, 2010 by yoyo books author 3.
But what you really want in this kit is the book the yo yos happen to be a nice, inexpensive bonus a good, professionallevel yo yo is often 1015 dollars by itself. Since 1929, the name duncan has been synonymous with yoyo across the. What will draw most people into this package is the two yo yos that come with it and the low price the kit is sold atthe book will be a secondary consideration for them. Yoyos are now made by several companies and continue to be enjoyed by children and. When my friends saw my gifts, they ran all the way to school to try and get one too, but they were all gone. Outdoor toys although many of our toys can be enjoyed within the confines of your own home, we at duncan value the great outdoors as well. Aug 27, 20 one of the most common yoyo tricks is walk the dog, which is when the toy appears to be spinning along the ground in front of your feet. It is played by holding the free end of the string known as the handle by inserting one fingerusually the middle or index fingerinto a slip knot, allowing gravity or the force of a throw and gravity to spin the yoyo and unwind the string similar. You have found the most comprehensive archive of yoyo images, historical memorabilia, and information in the world. I purchased these to go along with yo yos id bought my grandsons for christmas. Whether yoyo goes to the beach, the farm or up to the moon, he and all his friends love to pretend and.
Fun and vintage yo yo doll toy pattern for owl, dog, clown, and caterpillar. Yo yos see available choices shivsoft fine quality high gloss high speed metal yoyo spiner toy 1 pcs color may vary. See more ideas about sewing patterns, diy craft projects and crafts. Beginners yoyos intermediate yoyos advanced yoyos 1a looping yoyos 2a offstring yoyos 4a counterweight yoyos 5a fire yoyo yoyo accessories yoyo. Anyways, it took a while to learn how to use a yoyo, like a week. Whether youre looking for a high tech modern competition level yoyo or a classic imperial, you can. Yo yo definition is a thick grooved double disk with a string attached to its center axle that is made to fall and rise to the hand by unwinding and rewinding on the string. Whether youre a longtime yoyo collector, or just looking for that long lost treasure from your childhood, this is the place. In our searchable database, you will find images and information on both vintage and modern yoyos, clothing and patches, art, and articles about. Threeyearold yoyo ma did not want to take violin lessons. The yo yo reached fad levels in the late 1940s, throughout the 1950s, and into the early 1960s.
Yoyo definition is a thick grooved double disk with a string attached to its center axle that is made to fall and rise to the hand by unwinding and rewinding on the string. Within a year, the company was producing 300,000 yoyos a day, and flores wonder toy achieved craze status in the u. Please click accept cookies to continue to use the site. Cheap, durable, fun and easy to use, the yoyo was an immediate sensation. Frequently asked yoyo questions mackite where fun begins. Jan 8, 2020 sewing patterns and diy craft projects for sewing, designing and creating handmade projects and accessories out of yoyos. Make sure this fits by entering your model number yoyo skill book. It is used by holding the free end of the string usually by inserting one finger in a slip knot and pulling at it so as to cause the spool to turn while it is hanging in midair, either winding or unwinding the string. The envelope is worn around corners, edges, and flap. Duncan yoyos are widely recognized as the finest yoyos in the entire world. This yomega maverick yoyo has a bonus string included and is a great collectible piece. Jessicadaphne creative plastic party yoyo ball funny toys for kids.
Make sure this fits by entering your model number yo yo skill book. Reading is dreaming with open eyes, reading is dreaming with open eyes. The yoyos made of terracotta were ceremonial, being offered on an altar to the gods when an individual had grown old enough to leave playthings behind. Nixon tried a few yoyo tricks with it he didnt fare very well, then autographed the yoyo and gave it back to acuff.
Packaged with all the equipment a child needs, one readytoroll yoyo, it is the third in the series that celebrates great american games of childhood. In this book based on a south african lullaby and folktale, a fearsome giant, abiyoyo, suddenly appears in a small south african town, causing the people to run for their lives. In his little red cape, with his trusty friend happy horse, yoyo is ready for action. Yoyo books is an international publishing company that specialises in educational books for children from 0 to 8 years of age. Their range includes board books, popup books, soft books, activity books, sticker books, story books and colouring books. Discover book depositorys huge selection of yoyo books books online. Duncan imperial yoyo string yoyo for beginners with narrow string gap, steel axle, plastic body, looping play, assorted colors 3. Thats why we have moved into producing some outdoor toys to create fun ways to get outside and enjoy some fresh air. It is equipped with a super smooth rubber return system for great handling. From child prodigy to turbulent adolescent to husband, father, and music icon, yoyo ma has gone on to become the most famous living classical musician in the world. Books and dvds all about yoyos and yo yoing sold at the yoyo shop the cookie settings on this website are set to allow all cookies to give you the very best experience. Duncan toys yo yo string assorted colors pack of 5 cotton string for plastic, metal yo yos.
Anyways, it took a while to learn how to use a yo yo, like a week. One of the most common yoyo tricks is walk the dog, which is when the toy appears to be spinning along the ground in front of your feet. In addition, the kite, still a popular plaything in china, existed as a toy. When his parents bought him a childsized cello, it turned out to be a historic decision. This is a perfect pattern for craft shows or to give as gifts. Threeyearold yo yo ma did not want to take violin lessons. The yoyo was a commonly used toy in ancient greece and was made of wood, metal or terracotta and decorated with mythological creatures. I now know how to use one and i am very satisfied with how smooth it goes. All pieces have been counted and are neatly folded in the envelope. Heres a combination toy and book that is a visually appealing product to children interested in mastering the art of the yoyo. Henrys lizard pro yoyos, beginners yoyos with yo yo string, book of tricks. Yoyo books, olen, belgium publisherpackager specialising in childrens books, often with an educational slant, for. I had never received a gift before, but inside my shoebox i found a yoyo, a toy car, and some pencilspencils made in the united states. In the 1920s, a filipino immigrant named pedro flores started the yoyo manufacturing company in that state.
Cheap yoyos can spin approximately 1020 seconds, with a record of nearly 4 minutes, while professional ball bearing yoyos can spin for 14 minutes, with a record of just over 21 minutes. The yoyo is a popular toy made with of a length of string tied at one end to a flat spool. They were so excited with the combination they ran back to our play room with the books to immediately start learning tricks. However, it is a tagalog word, the native language of the philippines, and means come back. If one or more works are by a distinct, homonymous authors, go ahead and split the author. Yoyo books is currently considered a single author. Playing with yo yos is a gentle way of relieving stress as well as developing.
Today, yo yos still fascinate children with many becoming skilled at performing clever tricks with them. Free yoyo doll patterns jenny krauss bright, happy yo. The worlds most valuable yo yo belonged to country star roy acuff. The yoyo has now firmly established itself as a collectible piece of americana. Use the yo yo preferred by javier augusto martinez, the mexican national yo yo champion. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. It is believed, however, that the yoyo originated in china at a much earlier date. This yoyo toy features laseretched print, a weighted perimeter and a stainless steel abec 5 bearing. Nothing can stop the giant except for the sound of a little boys ukulele a sound that enchants the giant, but a sound that up until now none of the boys fellow. Yo yo fashions pattern book by indygo junction sewing crafts, sewing. The book consists of a little history of the toy and welldone line drawings of trick. Original designs and concepts, highquality materials and competitive prices are yoyo books main assets in a. But what you really want in this kit is the bookthe yo yos happen to be a nice, inexpensive bonus a good, professionallevel yo yo is often 1015 dollars by itself. The original and best selling string yoyo of all time.
Yoyo books is the author of babys first library abc 3. From child prodigy to turbulent adolescent to husband, father, and music icon, yo yo ma has gone on to become the most famous living classical musician in the. Start with a breakaway to the right and when the yoyo has swung back to the left in front of your body, extend the index. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. Although the first picture of a child playing with a yo yo comes from a greek vase painting of 500bc, yo yos became particularly popular in the early 20thcentury. The yoyo was a present from acuff to president richard nixon.
When the string and the yoyo swing around the index. The yoyo first became popular in the 1930s, when duncan sent out teams of traveling yoyo men not women, mind you who would spend three, four, and five weeks in cities and towns across america, teaching tricks, selling yoyos, and running contests. I purchased these to go along with yoyos id bought my grandsons for christmas. Flip the flap books are great reading fun for preschoolers. See all 3 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Ancient cultures also used the yoyo as a weapon for. Yomega fireball professional responsive transaxle yoyo, great for kids and beginners. The yoyo reached fad levels in the late 1940s, throughout the 1950s, and into the early 1960s. It includes tricks by master steve brown and illustrations by master artist li shyu, making it the most preferred yo. Yomega the original brain professional yoyo for kids and beginners, responsive auto return yo 4. Within a few years, demand for the toy was so great that flores opened two additional factories, producing 300,000 yoyos a. The british called the yoyo the bandalore, quiz, or the prince of wales toy. In the philippines, the yoyo was used as a weapon for over 400 hundred years.
There are several web pages available on the internet that deal with this subject, and some books have been printed, including collectible american yoyos by chris cook and luckys guide to 20th century yoyos by lucky meisenheimer, one of the premier yoyo collectors in the world. Weve been making them since before your parents were born, and maybe even some of your grandparents. Magicyoyo responsive yoyo t9, professional alloy yoyo for. Playing with yoyos is a gentle way of relieving stress as well as developing. There are several web pages available on the internet that deal with this subject, and some books have been printed, including collectible american yo yos by chris cook and luckys guide to 20th century yo yos by lucky meisenheimer, one of the premier yo yo collectors in the world. The yoyo was given special attention when president richard nixon 191994 performed yoyo tricks on the stage of the grand ole opry see entry under 1920smusic in volume 2 in 1974 and when the yoyo was one of the first toys taken into space in 1985. Today, yoyos still fascinate children with many becoming skilled at performing clever tricks with them. The yo yo was a present from acuff to president richard nixon. Nixon tried a few yo yo tricks with it he didnt fare very well, then autographed the yo yo and gave it back to acuff. As they exchange few words, they slowly come to choose the idea of spending time. Packaged with all the equipment a child needs, one readytoroll yo yo, it is the third in the series that celebrates great american games of childhood. It includes tricks by master steve brown and illustrations by master artist li shyu, making it the most preferred yo yoing culture books. Jeannette rowe is one of australias bestselling authorillustrators of preschool childrens picture books who has sold over one million books to more than 14 countries around the world.
Some rare models have sold for thousands of dollars. Books and dvds all about yoyos and yoyoing sold at the yoyo shop the cookie settings on this website are set to allow all cookies to give you the very best experience. Luckys collectors guide to 20th century yoyos is the most comprehensive guide. Also included is a set of nickelodeon character stickers including sponge bob for those wishing to personalize the bright neon colored yoyo that comes with the book.
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