Slinky Invention and Sales

Slinky Invention and Sales

Grade 4 · Social Studies · 45 min

What's Included

Learning Objective

I can tell the story of how the Slinky was invented and became a successful toy.

Warm-Up Video

Unknown Channel · 5:00

Origins and History of the Slinky toy!

Practice Questions

7 questions · Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

Describe the series of events that led to Richard James inventing the Slinky. Explain how Betty James contributed to the success of the Slinky after Richard James left the company. Describe how the Slinky was first introduced to the public and why it was successful.

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