Rainbow Coil Springs (50)

Fifty mini plastic coil springs in assorted shapes and rainbow colors. Each one measures about 1.5 inches across, which is the size of a bottle cap, so set expectations accordingly: these are pocket sized party favors, not the big metal slinky you remember from childhood. The assortment runs to more than ten designs. Alongside the classic round coil there are stars, hexagons, butterflies, hearts, fish and bells, in blue, yellow, pink and green. Kids stretch them, bounce them between two hands, walk them down a step and generally fidget with them for longer than a plastic toy this size has any right to hold attention. Fifty pieces covers a classroom prize box, a birthday guest list or a pinata with room to spare. Teachers use them for treasure chest rewards and end of week handouts, and parents reach for them when they want something for a goodie bag that is not candy. Not for children under 3 years.