Specs ('Olakkannadi' in local lanugage)
In those good old days, we use to make these toys ourselves...a 'knowledge' that is transferred from generation to generation.
Fan (Kattadi)
The faster you run with this fan.....the faster the fan rotates......an act which fills our heart and one can see the immense satisfaction and glee in our faces......
Snake (Olappambu)
This was mostly used on the first of April and even to scare kids......some kids would cry heart out seeing this.......you seldom find such innocent kids today... :)
Watch (Olakkhadikaram)
A watch of your own! You are on top of the world when you wear this watch. Even a few thousand dollar Rolex watch today cannot give you the same level of gratification what you had back then.....
Spoon (Plavilakkumbile)
This is not just a toy.....its is used at homes as a spoon to drink/eat rice soup.....in olden days its used every day......an older version of 'use and throw' stuff ;-).....This is made by folding Jackfruit leaves and a small pointed piece of thin stick (this wooden piece is again from coconut leaves)
Whistle (Peepee)
While blowing from the thinner edge...this 'instrument' makes a lovely musical sound.....
Baby rattle (Kilukku or Kunukku)
This toy sometimes comes with one or two more sticks pricked here and there.....this toy when rotates will make some funny noise when those tiny sticks rub each other...........is mainly used when kids cry for no reason;)......and also used by elders while playing cards....(the looser wear this on their ears)
(all pics from net)*
