Paddle Pop facts for kids
Paddle Pop is a super popular ice cream treat! It's made by a company called Streets, which is now part of a big global company called Unilever. You can find Paddle Pops in Australia, New Zealand, and a few other countries.
What makes a Paddle Pop special? It comes on a wooden stick, often called a Paddle Pop stick. These sticks are so famous that people even use them for arts and crafts! The brand also has a cool mascot, the Paddle Pop Lion, who you'll see on every wrapper. Paddle Pops have been a favorite since they first came out in 1953. They are one of the most well-known brands in Australia.
A Sweet History of Paddle Pop
Paddle Pop first appeared in stores in 1953. It quickly became a hit! By 2004, the brand celebrated its 50th birthday. It was already one of the most recognized names across Australia.
In 2005, something new came out: a Paddle Pop-flavored dairy snack. This showed how popular the flavor was! Over the years, Paddle Pop has grown a lot.
Paddle Pop Around the World
Today, Paddle Pops are sold in about 20 different countries! However, you might not always see them called "Paddle Pop." In some places, they are sold under different names. These other names belong to Streets' sister companies, like Wall's or HB Ice Cream. They are all part of the same big family of ice cream brands.
In 1999, Paddle Pop launched in Malaysia and Indonesia. To celebrate, they had a special promotion. Some Paddle Pops came with unique plastic sticks that glowed in the dark! These sticks even changed color with temperature.
Changes Over Time
Like many products, Paddle Pops have changed a bit over the years. For example, in 2010, Streets adjusted the size of the Paddle Pop. This is a common change for food products over time.
