Wizzzer facts for kids
"Wizzer" redirects here. For other uses, see Whizzer (disambiguation).
| Type | Top |
|---|---|
| Company | Mattel |
| Country | United States |
| Availability | 1969– |
The Wizzzer (sometimes spelled Wiz-z-zer) is a special toy top that was first made by Mattel Toymakers in 1969. It brought a new kind of spinning top to kids.
What Makes the Wizzzer Special?
The Wizzzer was different because it used a super-fast, high-tech part called a bearing. This bearing helped the top spin incredibly fast. It also allowed the Wizzzer to stay spinning upright for a very long time.
Easy to Spin
Unlike older tops that needed a string to get them spinning fast, the Wizzzer was much easier to use. Kids could master it quickly without needing special skills.
Science in a Toy
Even though Wizzzers are toys, they can show cool science ideas. They help explain how things keep spinning (called angular momentum). They also show how a gyroscope stays stable and balanced.
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