I Want My Wham-O Air Blaster

The toy industry is in a slump, and the ideas for new toys are being rejected almost as fast as manufacturers can churn them out. “We’re in a period of a lack of innovation, a lack of imagination,” says one insider. The solution? If you can’t come up with good new toys, then resurrect good old ones. The 1960s hit “Rock ’em Sock ’em Robots” are making a comeback, as is the venerable old G.I. Joe doll and even Tickle Me Elmo. Reintroductions are also significantly cheaper to bring to market than new toys. (AP) ...They’re cheaper to advertise, too, thanks to 24x7 Leave it to Beaver reruns.