Feb 23, 2021 | Spinning Tops
Spinning tops have been around for as long as civilization has. They are among the oldest toys that archaeologists have ever discovered. In fact, what appear to have been wooden tops were found in the tomb of King Tutt. And a clay top unearthed in Iraq has been dated...
Feb 23, 2021 | Spinning Tops
Spinning tops never cease to amuse us. They are timeless, yet nostalgic. They are enjoyed by adults just as they are by kids. This makes them perfect for inclusion in toy museums. Similarly, the fascinating physics concepts that cause them to spin make them ideal for...
Feb 5, 2021 | Anxiety, Fidgeting, Spinning Tops, Stress Relief
Tops aren’t just children’s toys. They are a great little gadget for adults to have around, as well. Your desk, pocket, backpack, or end table are all fantastic places to keep a top in order to reap the many benefits of top spinning. Here are 5 ways in...
Feb 1, 2021 | Spinning Tops, Uncategorized
Well-made, balanced tops can spin for a long time. Some of the tops I make spin for 13 minutes or more. However, the design and quality of the top itself are only a portion of what influences the total spin time. The way you launch a top can make a big difference....
Feb 1, 2021 | Spinning Tops
Few toys set and break records the way spinning tops do. Spin duration, size, and simultaneous spins are just a few of the records set by tops. Read on to learn about the world’s biggest spinning top and 8 other world records set by tops and the people who spin...
Jan 18, 2021 | Anxiety, Spinning Tops, Stress Relief
Anyone who finds themselves fidgeting frequently has noticed that some types of fidgeting seem to “work” better others. There’s good reason for this. Most people who tend to fidget do it as a self-regulation mechanism. It might, for instance, relieve...
