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M is for...

M is for...

Episode 13: M is for…

Can you guess the mystery objects beginning with the letter M?

The clue is: little spheres that come in many colours and are slippery and easy to lose!

Tell us about your special object or heirloom starting with the letter M!

Email us at localstudies@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au

References:

  • Brennan, C. (2019). Marbles. Encyclopedia.com. Retrieved August 2020 from https://www.encyclopedia.com/manufacturing/news-wires-white-papers-and-books/marbles
  • Cider Press Media. (n.d.). Oh Marbles! The Classic Marbles Game. Cider Press Media. Retrieved August 2020 from https://www.imarbles.com/historyofmarbles.php
  • Lammle, R. (2015). A Brief History of Marbles (Including All That Marble Slang). Mental Floss. Retrieved August 2020 from https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/29486/brief-history-marbles-including-all-marble-slang
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