🪀 National Yo‑Yo Day – 6 th June (US) Celebrate the classic toy that goes up and down — and brings joy to all! 6th June National Yo-Yo Day yo-yo toy Donald F. Duncan Every year on 6 th June , the United States celebrates National Yo‑Yo Day — a fun holiday dedicated to one of the oldest and most beloved toys in history. The date marks the birthday of Donald F. Duncan Sr. (born June 6, 1892), who popularized the yo‑yo in the United States in the 1920s and 1930s. The yo‑yo has ancient origins — it was used in ancient Greece and the Philippines — but Duncan transformed it into a global sensation. Today, National Yo‑Yo Day is celebrated with yo‑yo contests, demonstrations, and school events. 🪀 What Is a Yo‑Yo? 🔄 Simple design — Two discs connected by an axle, with a string looped around it. ⬆️⬇️ Action — Spins up and down as the string unwinds and rewinds. 🪀 Age — One of the oldest ...
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