Bring Back these 8 Nostalgic Singaporean Childhood Toys Under $20

By Karmen on 17 Apr 2020

Digital Editor

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If you're running out of things to do during this circuit breaker time, why not take a screen time break and go for the more traditional entertainment?

We've found eight old-school Singaporean childhood toys that will bring on the nostalgia and remind you of the simpler times. Best of all, they're all under $20 and can be bought online!

Keep reading to check them out!

#1 Hungry hungry hippos

Photo from Senteniced

Remember this intense game? Four players each control one hippo to chomp up as many marbles as possible.

Get it here for $13.90.

#2 Troll dolls

Photo from BabyCaring Store Store

Kids these days will only know the more glossy and immaculate toy design from the 2016 movie Trolls, but 90's kids will recognise the iconic vintage naked troll dolls!

Get it here for $0.82.

#3 Bestman balloons

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These trump typical balloons any day! If your memory is a little fuzzy, the way to create a balloon is to squeeze a drop on the tube and then blow.

Get it here for $1.80.

#4 Old-school playing cards

Photo from smackinghard

We used to have so much fun playing card games like Old Maid, Donkey and Happy Family! Gather your loved ones and relive the old times with these nostalgic playing cards.

Have you heard? Everyone's go-to childhood playing cards, UNO, recently had a sleek and minimalist makeover.

Get it here for $2.20 each.

#5 Pick up sticks

Photo from onedollaronly.com.sg

This simple but challenging game is surely part of every Singaporean kid's childhood. The aim is to pick up the sticks without moving the rest of them. Each colour code corresponds to points. The one with the most points wins!

Get it here for $0.80.

#6 Furby

Photo from Children's Beautiful Planet Store

This cute yet borderline creepy electronic toy took the 90s by storm! While it had a few revivals over the years, its popularity hasn't been the same since and you'll find it difficult to find an original Furby toy that isn't ridiculously overpriced.

We've found a cheaper Furby-inspired version that will still give you the nostalgic feels!

Get it here for $18.08.

#7 Biting crocodile

Photo from happyeasybuy.sg

Don't lie, this Singaporean childhood toy struck fear in all our hearts back in the day. To play with this toy, each person takes turns to press one of the crocodile's teeth. No one knows which tooth will be the one that triggers the crocodile to clamp down its jaw and bite your fingers!

Get it here for $4.47.

#8 Polly Pocket

Photo from Polly Pocket

The idea behind this cute toy is that you can fold it up and place it your pocket to bring around with you! Polly Pocket was discontinued by toy company Mattel and the originals are being resold at hundreds of dollars or more.

Photo from Polly Pocket

Fortunately, Mattel relaunched the toy in 2018 with a revamped design like this Polly Pocket Frosty Fairytale. While it doesn't have the same nostalgic touch as the original design, at least it's much easier on the wallet!

Get it here for $12.77 .

While you're basking in nostalgia, check out some Singaporean childhood snacks that you can still enjoy today!

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Text by: GirlStyle SG