I had a yo-yo when I was little, but the only thing I could make it do was swing it around my head like a lasso and try to knock stuff off of the bookcase.
My nephew got a good Duncan yo-yo yesterday (not from me), and my husband, dad and brother were all showing him how to “yo-yo” and having a great time reminiscing and doing all sorts of tricks. The boy? He tried once and went back to the cell phone his dad gave him. Sigh.
Actually, yo-yos are big right now. There are lots of people of all ages who are learning amazing yo-yo skills and taking part in competitions. My 13 year-old would rather have a new yo-yo over just about any other gift. We’re close to the National Yo-Yo Museum in Chico (google it) and there are players all around the world. It is a great skill for young ones and can be very entertaining. You can see all kinds of videos on YouTube, Yoyoexpert, and other sites.
margueritem over 11 years ago
Say what?!?
James Hopkins over 11 years ago
I had a yo-yo when I was little, but the only thing I could make it do was swing it around my head like a lasso and try to knock stuff off of the bookcase.
celeconecca over 11 years ago
My nephew got a good Duncan yo-yo yesterday (not from me), and my husband, dad and brother were all showing him how to “yo-yo” and having a great time reminiscing and doing all sorts of tricks. The boy? He tried once and went back to the cell phone his dad gave him. Sigh.
srobinson over 11 years ago
Actually, yo-yos are big right now. There are lots of people of all ages who are learning amazing yo-yo skills and taking part in competitions. My 13 year-old would rather have a new yo-yo over just about any other gift. We’re close to the National Yo-Yo Museum in Chico (google it) and there are players all around the world. It is a great skill for young ones and can be very entertaining. You can see all kinds of videos on YouTube, Yoyoexpert, and other sites.
Jonni over 11 years ago
Definitely interactive, immerssive and giggle-bites o’ fun.
Saucy1121 Premium Member over 11 years ago
I remember needed to stand on a stool to play with my yo-yo. I was so short that if I didn’t, it would hit the ground every time.