Amusement devices: toys – Convertible from – or serving as diverse article – Including toy appurtenance attachable to container
Reexamination Certificate
1999-04-23
2001-01-23
Ackun, Jacob K. (Department: 3712)
Amusement devices: toys
Convertible from, or serving as diverse article
Including toy appurtenance attachable to container
C446S095000, C446S465000, C446S077000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06176755
ABSTRACT:
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
I. Field of the Invention
This invention relates generally to toys and, more particularly, to toy vehicles and a method of constructing toy vehicles which involves the use of plastic bottles.
II. Discussion of the Prior Art
Environmental consciousness has enjoyed increased growth in recent years due, in large part, to the ever-increasing environmental problems associated with pollution, global warming, etc. One avenue for minimizing or avoiding these environmental ills involves instilling in our youth a keen awareness of the importance of protecting the environment for future generations. In this fashion, our children will hopefully be cognizant of environmental issues throughout their lifetime and, hence, more vigilant in protecting the environment than generations past. A problem exists, however, in that it isn't always easy to obtain and maintain the interest of children in scientific topics such as environmental awareness. Oftentimes, children would rather be playing with toys or endeavoring in other play activities.
What is needed, therefore, is a mechanism to educate children regarding environmental awareness while maintaining their interest, such as by playing with or making a toy. Such a mechanism would be particularly advantageous within a focused academic curriculum aimed at fostering environmental awareness. The present invention is directed at such a mechanism.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
In accordance with a broad aspect of the present invention, a toy vehicle is provided having a main body comprising a plastic bottle, and a plurality of simulated vehicular elements coupled to the main body.
In a further broad aspect of the present invention, a method is provided for manufacturing a toy vehicle, comprising the steps of: (a) providing a main body comprising a plastic bottle; and (b) coupling a plurality of simulated vehicular elements to the main body.
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Bye Karen A.
Nagle Lisa M.
Neary Mark S.
Oliva Jennifer M.
Ackun Jacob K.
Arnold White & Durkee
Carlson Jeffrey D.
Dakota Science Center
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