Snake toys have been popular for decades, though not necessarily for the reason you might think. They’re a favorite of people who want to play a fun prank on someone. The plastic or rubber snakes used ...

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. is a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers gadgets, games, and toys. He spent 15 years ...

Snake robots might come in handy for surgery, search-and-rescue missions, and even space exploration—but they’re nothing without the slithering serpents that inspire their design. ByKatherine J. Wu ...

Which snake toy is best? Playing with toys is an important part of a child’s growth. Imagining creative play scenarios and manipulating objects can help little ones develop both their cognitive and ...