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Simon is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin, derived from the biblical name שִׁמְעוֹן (Shimʿon), which means "he (God or Yahweh) has heard," stemming from the Hebrew verb שָׁמַע (shamaʿ), meaning "to hear, listen, or obey."^[1]^[2] The name entered Greek as Σίμων (Simōn) in the New Testament, referring to several figures, most prominently Simon Peter, one of Jesus's twelve apostles, originally named Simon bar Jonah, who was renamed Cephas (Peter) meaning "rock."^[1] It also appears in the Old Testament as Simeon, the second son of Jacob and Leah, whose name reflects the idea of God hearing Leah's prayers for children. Throughout history, Simon has been a widely used name in Jewish, Christian, and secular contexts, with notable bearers including the 13th-century philosopher and theologian Simon of Faversham, known for his commentaries on Aristotle, and the 20th-century economist and cognitive psychologist Herbert A. Simon, who won the Nobel Prize in Economics in 1978 for his pioneering work in decision-making theory. In modern times, the name remains popular globally; as of 2024, it ranked 252nd among boys' names in the United States according to Social Security Administration data.^[3] It has inspired variants like Simone (feminine form in Italian and French) and diminutives such as Sim or Si. The name's enduring appeal lies in its biblical roots and simple, strong sound, symbolizing attentiveness and divine response.^[1]

People

Ancient and biblical figures

In antiquity and biblical texts, several individuals named Simon played significant roles in religious, political, and philosophical contexts. These figures, drawn from early Jewish, Christian, and Greek sources, reflect the name's prevalence in the Mediterranean world during the 5th century BCE through the 1st century CE. Simon Peter, originally a fisherman from Bethsaida in Galilee, was one of Jesus' first disciples and a prominent apostle in the New Testament. Called by Jesus while casting nets with his brother Andrew, he received the name Cephas (Aramaic for "rock") and later Peter (Greek for "rock"), symbolizing his foundational role in the early church. As a key leader among the Twelve Apostles, Peter preached at Pentecost, performed miracles, and extended the gospel to Gentiles, as detailed in the Acts of the Apostles. In Catholic tradition, he is regarded as the first Pope, martyred in Rome around 64-68 CE.^[4]^[5]^[6] Simon the Zealot, also known as Simon the Canaanite, was another of the Twelve Apostles listed in the synoptic Gospels and Acts. His epithet "Zealot" likely indicates membership in the Jewish nationalist party opposing Roman rule, though little else is recorded about his life or ministry beyond his inclusion among Jesus' inner circle. Tradition holds he preached in Persia or Africa and was martyred, but these accounts stem from later apocryphal sources rather than canonical texts.^[7]^[8]^[9] Simon of Cyrene, a passerby from the North African city of Cyrene, was compelled by Roman soldiers to carry Jesus' cross to Golgotha during the Passion narrative. Identified in the Gospels as the father of Alexander and Rufus, his brief role underscores the involuntary involvement of ordinary individuals in the crucifixion events around 30 CE. Early Christian communities in Rome may have known his sons, suggesting some lasting connection to the faith.^[10]^[11]^[12] Simon Thassi, the second son of the priest Mattathias, emerged as a leader in the Maccabean Revolt against Seleucid rule in the 2nd century BCE. Succeeding his brother Jonathan as military commander in 143 BCE, he secured independence for Judea through diplomacy and victories, including the defeat of Demetrius II. Appointed high priest by the people and confirmed by the Seleucid king Demetrius II, he founded the Hasmonean dynasty, ruling as ethnarch until his assassination in 134 BCE alongside his son Judas at a banquet plotted by Ptolemy, his son-in-law. His leadership restored Jewish autonomy and religious practices, as chronicled in 1 Maccabees.^[13]^[14]^[15] Simon the Shoemaker, a 5th-century BCE Athenian artisan, was a close associate of the philosopher Socrates, hosting philosophical discussions in his workshop. Known from Socratic literature, he engaged Socrates on topics like self-control and virtue, influencing later depictions of Socrates' interactions with craftsmen. Though not a central figure in Plato's surviving dialogues, his conversations are alluded to in the Apology and echoed in Xenophon's accounts, portraying him as a model of practical wisdom among the lower classes.^[16] Simon of Peraea, a former slave and servant to Herod the Great, led a brief rebellion in the Transjordan region immediately after Herod's death in 4 BCE. Proclaiming himself king based on his imposing physique, he gathered bandits, burned the royal palace at Jericho, and plundered estates amid widespread unrest. His uprising was swiftly crushed by Gratus, captain of Herod's forces, who beheaded Simon while he fled through a narrow valley. Described by Josephus as a messianic pretender, his revolt highlighted the instability following Herod's rule.^[17]^[18] Simon bar Kokhba (died c. 135 CE), also known as Simon bar Kosiba, was a Jewish military leader who headed the Bar Kokhba revolt against the Roman Empire in 132–135 CE. Initially supported by Rabbi Akiva as a messianic figure ("Son of the Star"), he established a provisional independent Jewish state in Judea, minting coins and organizing administration. The revolt was ultimately suppressed by Roman forces under Emperor Hadrian, resulting in heavy casualties and the exile of surviving Jews, marking a pivotal event in Jewish history.^[19]

Historical figures

Simon de Montfort (c. 1208–1265), an Anglo-French nobleman, served as the 6th Earl of Leicester and played a pivotal role in the Second Barons' War against King Henry III of England. Born in northern France as the son of Simon de Montfort the Elder, a prominent crusader, he arrived in England in the 1230s, where he married Henry III's sister Eleanor in 1238, securing his position at court despite initial opposition. As a key adviser to the king, de Montfort initially supported royal policies but grew disillusioned with Henry's mismanagement and favoritism toward foreign relatives, leading him to ally with reformist barons by the mid-1250s.^[20]^[21] In 1258, de Montfort helped orchestrate the Provisions of Oxford, a set of constitutional reforms that limited royal authority by establishing a council of 15 barons to oversee governance, regular parliaments, and the removal of foreign influences from the court, marking an early step toward parliamentary principles in England. The Provisions were annulled by Henry III in 1261 with papal support, sparking the Second Barons' War in 1263, during which de Montfort defeated the royalists at the Battle of Lewes in 1264, briefly capturing the king and assuming effective control of the government. He convened what is considered the first English parliament in January 1265, summoning not only barons and clergy but also representatives from shires and towns, broadening political participation beyond taxation matters. De Montfort's rule ended with his defeat and death at the Battle of Evesham in August 1265, where he was killed by royal forces led by Prince Edward.^[22]^[21]^[23] Simon of Faversham (d. 1306) was an English scholastic philosopher and theologian, renowned for his commentaries on Aristotle's logical and natural philosophy works. He studied at Oxford and the University of Paris, where he likely composed many of his quaestiones in the 1280s. Serving as Chancellor of Oxford University from 1304 until his death, his writings contributed to medieval debates on universals, the soul, and demonstrative science, influencing later scholasticism.^[24] Simon Willard (1605–1676) was an early English colonist in Massachusetts Bay Colony, renowned for his leadership in settlement and military defense during the colonial expansion. Born in Horsmonden, Kent, England, where he rose to the rank of captain, Willard emigrated to Boston in 1634 with his wife Mary Sharpe and their children, initially settling in Cambridge before contributing to frontier outposts. In 1635, he assisted in fortifying Saybrook on the Connecticut River under John Winthrop Jr., gaining experience in Native American relations amid rising tensions that foreshadowed the Pequot War. That same year, Willard co-founded Concord, Massachusetts, by negotiating the purchase of land from local sachems including Squa, serving as the town's first clerk from 1635 to 1653, surveyor, and innkeeper while promoting agricultural and trade development.^[25]^[26] Willard's military career advanced rapidly; commissioned as a lieutenant in 1637 during the Pequot War, he became a captain in 1646 and sergeant-major of the Middlesex Regiment by 1653, commanding forces in regional conflicts. In 1641, the General Court granted him trading rights for beaver and otter furs along the Merrimack River, involving him in wampum production and diplomacy with Native groups like the Nashaway. During King Philip's War (1675–1676), as a senior officer, he led troops at engagements in Brookfield and Groton, advised on garrison placements, and mediated with displaced Native communities until his death from a lung ailment amid an epidemic on April 24, 1676, in Charlestown. Willard's efforts helped secure Concord as a stable inland settlement, fostering colonial growth in the interior.^[25] Simon Fraser (1776–1862), a Scottish-Canadian fur trader and explorer, expanded European knowledge of western Canada's interior through daring expeditions for the North West Company. Born on May 20, 1776, in Mapletown, New York, to Loyalist parents—his father a prisoner during the American Revolution—Fraser moved to Canada in 1784 and apprenticed with the North West Company in 1792, rising to partner by 1801 after postings in Athabasca and the Saskatchewan River. From 1805, he led operations west of the Rocky Mountains, establishing key fur-trading posts including Fort McLeod (1805), Fort St. James and Fort Fraser (1806), and Fort George (1807), which he named "New Caledonia" after his Scottish homeland to encourage settlement and trade.^[27]^[28] Fraser's most significant achievement was his 1808 expedition down the river he named after himself, departing Fort George on May 28 with 23 men in canoes, navigating 520 miles of treacherous canyons and rapids over 36 days to reach the Pacific at Musqueam on July 2, though he mistakenly believed it was the Columbia River's upper course. This journey, fraught with hostile encounters and rugged terrain, mapped vital trade routes but highlighted the challenges of overland expansion, influencing later British claims in the region. Retiring in 1818 after involvement in the Pemmican War's Seven Oaks Incident (for which he was acquitted), Fraser married in 1820 and settled in Ontario, dying on August 18, 1862, in St. Andrews West; the Fraser River remains a defining geographical feature of British Columbia, named in his honor.^[27]^[29] Simón Bolívar (1783–1830), a Venezuelan military leader and statesman, was instrumental in the wars of independence that freed northern South America from Spanish rule, earning the title "El Libertador." Born on July 24, 1783, in Caracas to a wealthy creole family, Bolívar was orphaned young and educated in Europe, where Enlightenment ideas and the French Revolution inspired his vision of republicanism and unity. He began his military career in 1810 as a militia officer in Venezuela's independence movement, issuing the "War to the Death" decree in 1813 at Trujillo to intensify the fight against royalists, though early campaigns faced setbacks including the loss of Caracas in 1814. By 1817, Bolívar established a base in the Orinoco region, executing divisive officers to maintain unity, and in 1819 crossed the Andes to invade New Granada, securing victory at the Battle of Boyacá on August 7, which liberated Bogotá and led to his election as president of Gran Colombia at the 1819 Congress of Angostura.^[30]^[31] Bolívar's campaigns from 1820 to 1824 culminated in decisive triumphs: the Battle of Carabobo on June 24, 1821, secured Venezuelan independence with aid from British volunteers; Quito fell in 1822, incorporating Ecuador into Gran Colombia; and on December 9, 1824, his lieutenant Antonio José de Sucre defeated the Spanish at Ayacucho, liberating Peru and Upper Peru (renamed Bolivia in Bolívar's honor). These efforts established independent republics in Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia, though Bolívar's dream of a unified Gran Colombia dissolved by 1830 amid political fragmentation. Dying in exile on December 17, 1830, near Santa Marta from tuberculosis, Bolívar's strategies emphasized guerrilla warfare, alliances with llaneros, and constitutional reforms promoting liberty and abolition, profoundly shaping Latin American nationalism.^[30]^[31]

Contemporary individuals

Paul Simon (born October 13, 1941) is an American singer-songwriter renowned for his folk-rock contributions as half of the duo Simon & Garfunkel, which produced hits like "The Sound of Silence" in the 1960s.^[32] His solo career peaked with the 1986 album Graceland, which fused world music elements from South African township styles and earned the Grammy Award for Album of the Year, selling over 14 million copies worldwide and revitalizing his artistry through collaborations with local musicians like Ladysmith Black Mambazo. Simon's songwriting often explores themes of cultural fusion and personal introspection, influencing generations of artists across genres. Simon Cowell (born October 7, 1959) is a British media personality and entrepreneur who rose to prominence as a judge on talent shows including The X Factor (2004–2013 in the UK) and America's Got Talent (2006–present), where his candid critiques shaped modern reality television formats.^[33] In 2005, he founded Syco Entertainment, a multimedia company that has produced global franchises, managed artists like One Direction, and generated billions in revenue through music, TV, and film ventures.^[34] Cowell's business acumen has made him a pivotal figure in the entertainment industry, emphasizing commercial viability in talent discovery. Herbert A. Simon (June 15, 1916–February 9, 2001) was an American economist, political scientist, and cognitive psychologist whose interdisciplinary work bridged economics, psychology, and computer science.^[35] He received the 1978 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences for pioneering research on decision-making processes within economic organizations, challenging classical rational choice theory by demonstrating how individuals and firms operate under constraints of limited information and cognitive capacity.^[36] A foundational concept in his framework is bounded rationality, introduced in his 1955 paper "A Behavioral Model of Rational Choice," which posits that decision-makers "satisfice"—select the first satisfactory option rather than exhaustively optimizing—due to incomplete knowledge, time pressures, and computational limits in complex environments. This model, elaborated in his 1972 essay "Theories of Bounded Rationality," revolutionized fields like artificial intelligence, where Simon co-founded the discipline at Carnegie Mellon University, simulating human problem-solving through computational models like the General Problem Solver in 1959. His ideas underscore that real-world choices prioritize feasible outcomes over perfect rationality, influencing behavioral economics and organizational theory profoundly.^[37] Neil Simon (July 4, 1927–August 26, 2018) was an American playwright and screenwriter celebrated for his comedic explorations of middle-class family dynamics and urban life. Over his career, he authored more than 30 plays and musicals, many of which premiered on Broadway and became staples of American theater, including Barefoot in the Park (1963) and The Odd Couple (1965).^[38] Simon won the 1991 Pulitzer Prize for Drama for Lost in Yonkers, a poignant semi-autobiographical work depicting two brothers navigating their grandmother's strict household during World War II, blending humor with themes of loss and resilience. His oeuvre, adapted into numerous films and earning multiple Tony Awards, established him as one of the most produced playwrights of the 20th century. David Simon (born February 9, 1960) is an American author, journalist, and television producer whose career began as a crime reporter for The Baltimore Sun from 1982 to 1995, informing his incisive portrayals of urban decay and institutional failure.^[39] He co-created the HBO series The Wire (2002–2008), a groundbreaking drama that examined Baltimore's drug trade, education system, and politics across five seasons, drawing from his reporting to critique systemic issues like poverty and corruption without relying on traditional heroic narratives. Simon's work extends to other acclaimed series like Treme (2010–2013), focusing on post-Katrina New Orleans, and underscores his commitment to journalistic realism in storytelling. Simon Baker (born April 30, 1969) is an Australian actor known for his charismatic portrayals in international television and film.^[40] He gained global recognition starring as Patrick Jane, a former psychic consultant turned CBI agent, in the CBS procedural drama The Mentalist (2008–2015), which ran for seven seasons and earned him a Primetime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series in 2010 for his nuanced depiction of a sharp-witted investigator using observational skills to solve crimes.^[41] Simon Fuller (born May 17, 1960) is a British talent manager and television producer who transformed the global entertainment landscape through artist development and format creation.^[42] He managed the Spice Girls from their 1994 formation, propelling the group to sell over 100 million records worldwide with anthems like "Wannabe" and branding them as icons of "girl power."^[43] Fuller created the Pop Idol format in 2001, which spawned the international Idol franchise including American Idol, launching stars like Kelly Clarkson and generating a multimedia empire via his company 19 Entertainment, later rebranded as XIX. In 2025, Simon Petrus (born circa 1996), a self-taught Namibian inventor from the northern region, developed a revolutionary SIM-less mobile phone technology that enables calls without traditional SIM cards, airtime, or cellular networks by leveraging radio frequency adaptations from scavenged electronics like old TVs and phones.^[44] This innovation, demonstrated in early prototypes, aims to bridge connectivity gaps in rural Africa, potentially disrupting telecom dependencies and earning viral attention for its low-cost, accessible design built from affordable scrap materials.^[45]

Places

Populated places

Simon, West Virginia, is an unincorporated community located in Wyoming County, United States, situated along the Guyandotte River.^[46] The area emerged during the 19th-century expansion of coal mining in southern West Virginia, where communities like Simon developed around resource extraction industries that began intensifying in the mid-1800s.^[47] Simon's Town, a coastal town in the Western Cape province of South Africa, serves as the primary naval base for the South African Navy and has functioned as a strategic harbor since the establishment of a small dockyard facility in the 18th century.^[48] Named after Simon van der Stel, the Dutch governor who designated it as an anchorage in 1741, the town played a key role in maritime trade and defense, transitioning from Dutch to British control in 1814 and later to South African oversight following the 1957 Simonstown Agreement.^[49] As of the 2011 census, Simon's Town had a population of approximately 6,569 residents, though the broader surrounding area supports a larger community involved in naval operations and tourism.^[50] Șimon is a village in Brașov County, Romania, forming part of the Bran Commune alongside Bran, Poarta, Predeluț, and Sohodol.^[51] The village is noted for its location in the Transylvanian Alps, in close proximity to Bran Castle, a 14th-century fortress built in 1377–1378 to defend against Ottoman incursions and later associated with local folklore.^[52]

Natural features

The Șimon River is a right tributary of the Turcu River, located in Brașov County, Romania, within the Transylvania region. It flows through mountainous terrain in the southern Carpathians, contributing to the local hydrological system of the Bârsa River basin. The river's drainage area supports limited ecological functions, including habitat for riparian vegetation and small aquatic species in a predominantly forested landscape.^[53] The Simon Bolívar Park, known locally as Parque Metropolitano Simón Bolívar, is a major urban green space in Bogotá, Colombia, spanning approximately 360 hectares. Established through construction beginning in 1966, it serves as a key recreational area with lakes, sports facilities, and event spaces, named in honor of the South American independence leader Simón Bolívar. The park's development transformed former swampland into a vital lung for the city, hosting cultural and athletic activities while providing biodiversity hotspots such as bird habitats and native tree plantings.^[54]^[55] Simon's Bay forms a sheltered inlet on the eastern side of the Cape Peninsula in False Bay, part of the Atlantic Ocean along South Africa's Western Cape coast. This natural harbor, approximately 3 kilometers wide, is characterized by calm waters protected by surrounding cliffs and offers ecological significance as a marine environment supporting diverse fish populations and seabird colonies. Adjacent to the bay, the area's rocky shores and kelp forests contribute to the region's biodiversity, including habitats for African penguins nearby.^[56]

Arts, entertainment, and media

Films

Simon is a 1980 American satirical science fiction comedy film written and directed by Marshall Brickman in his directorial debut.^[57] The story centers on Simon Mendelssohn (Alan Arkin), a psychology professor at Columbia University who aspires to win the Nobel Prize. He becomes the unwitting subject of a brainwashing experiment conducted by eccentric scientists at the Institute for Advanced Concepts, led by Dr. Carl Becker (Austin Pendleton). The group convinces Simon that he is an extraterrestrial from the planet Quasarus, leading to a series of absurd escapades as he escapes and interacts with the public, including encounters with soldiers and a hippie commune.^[57] The film features supporting performances by Madeline Kahn as a nightclub singer, Fred Gwynne, and Wallace Shawn, blending humor with social commentary on authority and perception.^[57] It received a Saturn Award nomination for Best Actor for Arkin at the 8th Saturn Awards.^[58] With a limited theatrical release, the film grossed approximately $6 million domestically.^[59] Simon (original title: Simon, Dutch: Simon) is a 2004 Dutch comedy-drama film directed by Eddy Terstall.^[60] The narrative explores the unlikely friendship between Camiel (Marcel Hensema), a mild-mannered gay dentist, and Simon (Cees Geel), a hedonistic straight bar owner and former drug dealer. Rekindled after a decade apart following a traffic accident, their bond is tested when Simon is diagnosed with terminal lung cancer and opts for euthanasia, prompting reflections on life, sexuality, and mortality.^[61] The film addresses themes of same-sex marriage and assisted dying with a mix of humor and pathos, set against the backdrop of Amsterdam's vibrant culture.^[60] It earned critical acclaim in the Netherlands, winning three Golden Calf awards at the Netherlands Film Festival for Best Actor (Geel), Best Director (Terstall), and Best Screenplay. Simon Says is a 2006 American slasher horror film directed by William Dear.^[62] The plot follows a group of five college friends—Zoe (Margo Harshman), her boyfriend Alan (Dane Delack), and others—who head to a remote riverside campground for a debauched vacation. They encounter twin brothers Simon and Stanley (both played by Crispin Glover), reclusive gas station attendants with a traumatic past involving a childhood accident where one brother drowned the other. The twins terrorize the group in a series of brutal killings inspired by the playground game "Simon Says," revealing their deranged psyches.^[62] The film emphasizes gory set pieces and Glover's dual performance as the unhinged antagonists, though it received mixed reviews for its formulaic approach to the genre.^[62] Premiered at Fantastic Fest, it had a limited release and later distribution on home video.^[63]

Games

The Simon electronic game, released in 1978 by Milton Bradley, is a handheld memory device that challenges players to replicate increasingly complex sequences of lights and sounds. Invented by Ralph H. Baer and Howard J. Morrison through toy design firm Marvin Glass and Associates, it features a circular plastic unit with four colored buttons—red, green, yellow, and blue—each producing a distinct musical tone inspired by bugle calls when pressed.^[64] The game draws from the earlier arcade title Touch Me (1974) but popularized the concept for home use, becoming a staple of 1970s and 1980s toy culture.^[64] In gameplay, the device generates a random sequence starting with one button press, which the player must repeat accurately using the corresponding buttons; success advances to longer sequences, with difficulty escalating as patterns grow up to 32 steps in the highest skill mode. Failure to match the sequence ends the round, accompanied by a distinctive error tone, while correct repetitions accelerate the pace to heighten tension. The game supports solo play or competitive modes, tracking high scores to encourage repeated attempts, and its simple yet addictive "call-and-response" mechanic tests short-term memory and concentration.^[65] This design foreshadowed elements in modern rhythm and music-based video games, such as sequence memorization in titles like Dance Dance Revolution, by blending auditory cues with timed physical inputs.^[66] Commercially, Simon achieved massive success, with Milton Bradley selling millions of units in its first few years and establishing the game as the company's top-selling item by 1980, driving 30 percent of its electronic toy revenue.^[67]^[68] Its cultural impact endured through re-releases and variants by Hasbro (after acquiring Milton Bradley), including pocket-sized and swipe-based editions, cementing its legacy as an early electronic entertainment pioneer.^[69] In video gaming, the name Simon is prominently associated with the Castlevania series by Konami, particularly through protagonist Simon Belmont, a vampire hunter wielding the legendary Vampire Killer whip. The inaugural title, Castlevania (1986, Nintendo Entertainment System), casts players as Simon infiltrating Count Dracula's castle in a side-scrolling platformer filled with gothic horrors, requiring precise whip attacks, sub-weapon use, and navigation of multi-stage levels to defeat the undead lord.^[70] This action-oriented adventure established core series mechanics like stage-based progression and boss encounters, setting the stage for Simon's recurring role across multiple entries. Castlevania II: Simon's Quest (1987, NES) expands on the formula as an action-adventure sequel, where Simon, cursed after his initial victory, must collect and ritually burn Dracula's scattered body parts across Transylvania to lift the affliction. Unlike its linear predecessor, the game introduces non-linear open-world exploration of towns, forests, and mansions, with players gathering items, purchasing upgrades from merchants, and solving environmental puzzles. A dynamic day-night cycle alters gameplay significantly—daytime reveals helpful NPCs and safer paths, while nighttime summons stronger monsters and hides key information—adding strategic depth and replayability tied to in-game time progression.^[71]^[72]

Literature

In young adult literature, Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda (2015) by Becky Albertalli stands out as a seminal coming-of-age novel centered on Simon Spier, a closeted gay teenager navigating high school friendships, family dynamics, and an anonymous online romance with another student known as "Blue." The narrative explores themes of identity, self-acceptance, and the risks of vulnerability in a heteronormative world, particularly through Simon's internal struggle with his sexuality and the consequences of a blackmail plot involving his emails. Published by Balzer + Bray, an imprint of HarperCollins, the book received the 2016 William C. Morris Award for best young adult debut and was longlisted for the National Book Award, highlighting its impact on LGBTQ+ representation in literature.^[73]^[74] Neil Simon, one of the most prolific American playwrights, frequently incorporated characters named Simon or autobiographical elements drawing from his own life into his works, with Brighton Beach Memoirs (1983) serving as a key example of his semi-autobiographical Eugene trilogy. This coming-of-age comedy-drama, set in 1937 Brooklyn during the Great Depression, follows 15-year-old Eugene Morris Jerome—a stand-in for young Simon—as he grapples with family tensions, adolescent desires, and the shadow of World War II, emphasizing themes of familial duty, personal growth, and Jewish-American identity. Premiering on Broadway at the Alvin Theatre, the play earned Simon a Tony Award nomination for Best Play and has been widely performed for its blend of humor and heartfelt nostalgia. Simon's oeuvre, including over 30 plays, underscores his influence on modern American theater through relatable domestic narratives.^[75]^[76] In historical fiction, Georgette Heyer's Simon the Coldheart (1925) depicts the titular Simon of Beauvallet, a bastard son rising from humble origins to become a formidable knight during the Hundred Years' War under Henry V. The novel traces Simon's path of chivalry, military conquests, and gradual emotional thawing—from a stoic, "coldhearted" warrior to one capable of love—amidst battles in France and courtly intrigues in England, blending adventure with medieval romance tropes. Originally published by Heinemann in the UK and Small, Maynard & Company in the US, it reflects Heyer's early foray into historical genres before her Regency fame, showcasing her meticulous research into 15th-century customs and warfare.^[77]^[78] Other notable literary works featuring Simon as a central figure include William Golding's Lord of the Flies (1954), where Simon embodies innate human goodness and spiritual insight amid the chaos of stranded boys on a deserted island, symbolizing a Christ-like figure who confronts the novel's core allegory of civilization's fragility. Similarly, Leslie Charteris's long-running The Saint series, beginning with Meet the Tiger (1928), stars Simon Templar, a charismatic gentleman thief and vigilante whose adventures in crime-fighting short stories and novels explore justice, wit, and moral ambiguity across over 50 volumes. These works highlight Simon's versatility as a literary archetype, from introspective youth to adventurous hero.^[79]^[80]

Music

In the realm of music, "Simon" is prominently associated with the folk rock duo Simon & Garfunkel, formed by Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel in 1964. Their debut single, "The Sound of Silence," released that year, became a defining folk rock anthem, blending acoustic introspection with subtle orchestration. The track, written by Paul Simon, achieved widespread acclaim and was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2004 for its enduring cultural impact.^[32] Following the duo's breakup in 1970 amid creative differences and Garfunkel's acting pursuits, Paul Simon launched a successful solo career. His third studio album, There Goes Rhymin' Simon, released on May 5, 1973, marked a pivotal shift toward eclectic styles including gospel and New Orleans influences. The album peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 chart and featured the hit single "Kodachrome," which reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100, showcasing Simon's witty lyricism and rhythmic innovation.^[81] Simon's 1975 album Still Crazy After All These Years further solidified his solo stature, yielding the No. 1 Billboard Hot 100 single "50 Ways to Leave Your Lover," a playful yet poignant breakup narrative that won the Grammy Award for Best Arrangement Accompanying Vocalist in 1976. The album itself earned the Grammy for Album of the Year at the 18th Annual Grammy Awards, highlighting Simon's maturation as a songwriter.^[82]^[83] Earlier in popular music history, the name "Simon" inspired the 1968 bubblegum pop single "Simon Says" by The 1910 Fruitgum Company, a lighthearted track based on the children's game that topped out at No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100. Produced by Buddah Records pioneers Jerry Kasenetz and Jeff Katz, the song exemplified the era's catchy, upbeat bubblegum genre with its simple refrain and handclaps.^[84]^[85]

Television

Simon & Simon is an American detective television series that aired on CBS from November 24, 1981, to January 21, 1989, spanning eight seasons and 156 episodes.^[86] The show stars Jameson Parker as Andrew "A.J." Simon, a sophisticated and educated private investigator, and Gerald McRaney as Richard "Rick" Simon, his rougher, ex-Marine brother, who together operate a detective agency in San Diego. The premise centers on the mismatched siblings solving crimes, often involving family dynamics, car chases, and light-hearted banter, with their contrasting personalities—A.J.'s preference for tailored suits and classic cars versus Rick's laid-back, motorcycle-riding style—driving much of the humor and conflict.^[87] Simon is an American sitcom that aired on The WB from September 10, 1995, to February 25, 1996, with 17 episodes.^[88] Starring Harland Williams as the naive and optimistic Simon Himple, a philosophy enthusiast who lands a job as a television executive, the series follows his recently divorced and unemployed brother Carl Himple (Jason Bateman), a former Wall Street broker who moves in with him in a rundown Harlem apartment.^[89] The plot explores the brothers' adjustment to urban life, Simon's quirky successes in the TV industry, and Carl's struggles with his sibling's unexpected prosperity, blending fish-out-of-water comedy with themes of sibling rivalry and personal reinvention. The Mentalist is an American crime procedural drama series that aired on CBS from September 23, 2008, to February 18, 2015, comprising seven seasons and 151 episodes.^[41] Simon Baker portrays Patrick Jane, a charismatic consultant for the California Bureau of Investigation (CBI) who employs mentalist techniques—such as cold reading, body language analysis, and deductive reasoning—rather than supernatural abilities, to assist in solving murders and other major crimes. Jane's methods, honed from his past as a fraudulent psychic, are central to the series, enabling him to unravel complex cases while he pursues personal vengeance against the serial killer Red John, who murdered his family; the show highlights his observational prowess through episodes featuring intricate interrogations and psychological manipulations.

Other arts, entertainment, and media

Simon's Cat is a British animated web series created by animator Simon Tofield, debuting in 2008 and featuring short films depicting the mischievous antics of a cat and its owner in humorous, exaggerated scenarios.^[90] The series has amassed over 1.7 billion views on YouTube as of November 2025, establishing it as one of the platform's most popular animated franchises focused on animal behavior.^[91] Tofield's work draws from his own experiences with cats, emphasizing relatable feline mischief like demanding food or causing household chaos, which has resonated globally with pet owners.^[92] The franchise expanded beyond online videos into print and merchandise, including a series of illustrated books that compile the animations with additional sketches and stories. The debut book, Simon's Cat, published in 2009, sold over 125,000 hardcover copies shortly after release, contributing to the overall series exceeding one million book sales by the early 2020s; the series has since exceeded 2 million book sales worldwide as of 2024.^[93]^[94] Accompanying products, such as plush toys, apparel, and stationery, have further amplified its cultural reach, with licensing deals supporting ongoing content production.^[95] In radio broadcasting, WSMW (98.7 FM), known on-air as "98.7 Simon," operates as an adult hits station serving Greensboro, North Carolina, and surrounding areas since adopting its current branding and format in 2005.^[96] Owned by Audacy, Inc., the station plays a mix of classic hits from the 1970s through the 2000s, blending rock, pop, and adult contemporary tracks without a strict playlist, under the slogan "We Play Everything."^[97] This variety format targets a broad adult audience, featuring local programming like the "Get Up with Simon!" morning show hosted by Sean, Charley, and Matty.^[98] Simon in the Land of Chalk Drawings is a British-Canadian animated children's television series that aired from 1974 to 1976, consisting of 52 short episodes produced by FilmFair London for Thames Television.^[99] The show follows a young boy named Simon who enters a magical world through his chalk drawings on a blackboard, embarking on educational adventures that teach lessons about creativity, problem-solving, and everyday concepts like shapes, colors, and seasons.^[99] Narrated by Bernard Cribbins in the original run, each 5-minute episode uses simple, hand-drawn animation to depict Simon interacting with chalk-created characters, such as his friend Henry the dinosaur, in whimsical yet instructive scenarios.^[100] A 2002 revival produced by Cinar Corporation and Shanghai Animation Film Studio added 65 short episodes (in 13 series) for Canadian broadcast on Teletoon, maintaining the core premise but updating the visuals for modern audiences.

Brands and enterprises

Publishing and media

Simon & Schuster is an American publishing company founded in 1924 by Richard L. Simon and M. Lincoln Schuster in New York City. The company's inaugural publication, The Cross Word Puzzle Book, became an immediate bestseller, selling nearly 400,000 copies in its first printing and establishing Simon & Schuster as a bold innovator in the industry.^[101] Over the decades, it expanded into a major player in trade publishing, acquiring notable imprints such as Scribner in 1993 as part of its purchase of Macmillan.^[102] The publisher has been home to acclaimed authors across genres, including Stephen King, whose works like You Like It Darker have been released under the Scribner imprint. Other key imprints include Atria Books and Gallery Books, contributing to a diverse catalog that spans fiction, nonfiction, and children's literature. In 2022, Simon & Schuster achieved record revenue of $1.1 billion, marking the first time it surpassed the billion-dollar threshold as a standalone trade publisher.^[103]^[104] In August 2023, Paramount Global agreed to sell Simon & Schuster to private equity firm Kohlberg Kravis Roberts (KKR) for $1.62 billion, with the acquisition completed on October 30, 2023, shifting ownership away from media conglomerates toward investment-backed independence. This transaction followed a failed merger attempt with Penguin Random House in 2022, preserving Simon & Schuster's role as one of the "Big Five" U.S. publishers.^[105]

Real estate and retail

Simon Property Group, Inc. is an American real estate investment trust (REIT) founded in 1993 and headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, specializing in the ownership and management of premier retail destinations including shopping malls, outlet centers, and mixed-use properties.^[106] As the largest mall owner in the United States, the company owns or holds interests in 229 retail real estate properties comprising 183 million square feet of gross leasable area across North America, Europe, and Asia as of December 31, 2024.^[107] Its portfolio emphasizes high-end, experiential retail environments that integrate shopping, dining, and entertainment to attract affluent consumers and drive foot traffic.^[108] A cornerstone of Simon Property Group's holdings is its Premium Outlets network, which comprises over 80 outlet centers worldwide, offering discounted luxury and designer brands in open-air settings designed for value-oriented shoppers. Notable examples include the Las Vegas Premium Outlets (North and South), which together feature more than 200 stores and attract millions of visitors annually due to their proximity to major tourist attractions.^[109] The network's focus on brand partnerships and strategic locations has positioned it as a leader in the outlet retail segment, contributing significantly to the company's diversified revenue streams from leasing and tenant sales.^[110] Among its flagship assets, The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas stands out as a luxury retail and entertainment complex with over 160 upscale stores, restaurants, and attractions, including brands like Gucci and Louis Vuitton, enhanced by Roman-themed architecture and live performances.^[111] Acquired through strategic expansions, such properties exemplify Simon's approach to premium developments that blend retail with experiential elements to maintain high occupancy rates, often exceeding 95%.^[107] Financially, Simon Property Group reported consolidated revenue of $5.96 billion for fiscal year 2024, reflecting a 5.4% increase from the prior year, driven by strong leasing performance and recovery in retail visitation post-pandemic.^[110] As of November 10, 2025, the company's market capitalization stood at approximately $59.94 billion, underscoring its dominant position in the commercial real estate sector amid evolving consumer trends toward omnichannel retail.^[112]

Fashion and consumer goods

Simon Miller is an American fashion brand founded in 2008, initially specializing in denim and leather goods inspired by a playful, modern aesthetic.^[113] Under the creative direction of Chelsea Hansford, who assumed the role of CEO in 2016, the brand expanded beyond denim to encompass ready-to-wear clothing, footwear, handbags, and jewelry, emphasizing bold yet timeless designs that blend luxury with vibrant, mod influences.^[114] Hansford's vision has positioned Simon Miller as a Los Angeles-based lifestyle label, with products distributed worldwide through leading retailers such as Farfetch, Net-a-Porter, and Browns.^[115] A hallmark of the brand's accessory line is the Bonsai Bag, an iconic structured handbag introduced in 2015 that quickly garnered a cult following for its sculptural form and versatile appeal.^[116] Crafted from high-quality materials like nubuck leather and available in multiple colorways, the Bonsai Bag exemplifies Simon Miller's shift toward innovative, Instagram-friendly pieces that balance functionality with artistic flair. The brand's handbag collections, launched more broadly in 2016, continue to feature similar curved and minimalist silhouettes, produced using premium French leathers in vibrant hues.^[117] Simon Pearce, established in 1971, is an American brand renowned for its handmade glassware and pottery, with production centered in Vermont since the early 1980s.^[118] Founded by Irish artisan Simon Pearce, who apprenticed in glassblowing across Europe, the company draws on traditional Georgian techniques to create functional yet elegant pieces using natural materials like lead-free crystal.^[119] All items are crafted by skilled artisans in Quechee and Windsor, Vermont studios, emphasizing the unique imperfections of hand-blown glass and wheel-thrown pottery that add authenticity and warmth to everyday use.^[120] The brand's core product ranges include tableware such as vases, bowls, and stemware, alongside lighting fixtures like pendants and lamps that incorporate the signature pontil mark—a testament to their handmade origins.^[121] Simon Pearce's designs prioritize sustainability, with facilities powered by hydroelectric energy from the Ottauquechee River, and are sold through company stores and select retailers, appealing to consumers seeking heirloom-quality home goods.^[122]

Other enterprises

Syco Entertainment, a global media company specializing in music, television, and film production, was founded in 2002 by Simon Cowell as a joint venture with Sony Music Entertainment.^[123] The company has produced major talent competition franchises, including The X Factor, which has been commissioned in 56 territories and features artists who have collectively sold over 500 million records worldwide.^[34] Through The X Factor UK in 2010, Syco launched the boy band One Direction after the group was formed during the show's auditions, subsequently producing their 2013 documentary film One Direction: This Is Us, which became a global box office hit.^[34] Syco also co-produces America's Got Talent for NBC, contributing to the Got Talent franchise's reach of over 1 billion viewers across 194 territories.^[34] In the fiscal year ending March 2020, Syco reported revenues of £65.6 million, with significant portions derived from U.S. productions like America's Got Talent. However, profits were significantly reduced in subsequent years, leading to no large executive payout in early 2025.^[124]^[125] Paul Simon Co. is a family-owned specialty clothing retailer based in Charlotte, North Carolina, founded in 1975 by Paul Simon with an initial men's store in the Myers Park neighborhood.^[126] The company expanded with a second men's location in SouthPark in 1980 and added a women's boutique in 1996, which operated until its closure in 2025, offering curated apparel for men and women focused on luxury and traditional service. Following the closure, the business focuses on men's apparel. By 2025, marking its 50th anniversary, the business had established a reputation among local clientele for high-end, tailored clothing selections.^[127]^[128]

Electronics and technology

Consumer electronics

The IBM Simon, released in 1994, is widely recognized as the world's first smartphone, combining personal digital assistant (PDA) functionality with cellular telephony in a single handheld device. Developed by IBM and marketed by BellSouth Cellular, it featured a resistive touchscreen interface, email capabilities, a calendar, address book, calculator, and the ability to send and receive faxes and pages, marking a pioneering integration of computing and communication technologies. Priced at approximately $900 without service or up to $1,099 with a subscription, the device weighed about 510 grams and included a monochrome LCD display measuring around 4.5 inches, powered by a 16 MHz NEC V30HL processor with 1 MB of RAM and 1 MB of storage. However, its battery life was limited to roughly one hour of talk time, contributing to its short market lifespan from August 1994 to February 1995, during which only about 50,000 units were sold, making it a rare collector's item today. The Simon electronic memory game, introduced in 1978 by Milton Bradley, became an iconic handheld device that popularized electronic gaming and memory challenges among consumers. Invented by Ralph H. Baer and Howard J. Morrison through toy design firm Marvin Glass and Associates, it consisted of a circular plastic unit with four colored LED buttons that lit up and emitted distinct tones in random sequences, requiring players to replicate them with increasing length to test short-term recall. Retailing for about $25 at launch, the battery-powered game drew inspiration from Atari's earlier arcade title Touch Me but stood out for its portable, affordable design using simple microcomputer logic, which made it accessible without needing a television or console. Its release at the 1978 New York Toy Fair sparked immediate popularity, becoming a top-selling toy that holiday season and evolving into a cultural symbol of 1970s and 1980s innovation, influencing the rise of interactive electronic toys and demonstrating how digital elements could engage broad audiences in skill-based play.

Computing and software

The Simon, developed by Edmund C. Berkeley in 1950, was one of the earliest personal computers, constructed using 129 electromechanical relays to perform basic computing operations.^[129] It was designed to demonstrate the principles of digital computing to hobbyists and educators, capable of solving Boolean equations by evaluating logical expressions through relay-based switching circuits. Inspired by Claude Shannon's 1937 master's thesis, which mapped Boolean algebra onto relay circuits, and George Stibitz's relay-based calculators at Bell Labs from 1939 onward, the Simon highlighted the feasibility of relay logic for general-purpose computation without requiring vacuum tubes.^[129] Its architecture included a paper-tape input for programs, a stepping switch for sequencing operations, and output via lights or teletype, allowing it to execute simple programs like adding numbers or playing games such as tic-tac-toe.^[130] Berkeley detailed its construction in a series of articles in Radio-Electronics magazine from 1950 to 1951, emphasizing its role in making computing accessible beyond large institutions. In artificial intelligence, the General Problem Solver (GPS), developed by Allen Newell, J.C. Shaw, and Herbert A. Simon in 1957 and formalized in 1959, represented a seminal software system for automated reasoning and theorem proving.^[131] Implemented on the JOHNNIAC computer at RAND Corporation, GPS used means-ends analysis to break down complex problems into subgoals, simulating human-like problem-solving by matching current states against desired goals and applying operators to reduce differences. Building on their earlier Logic Theorist program, which in 1956 successfully proved 38 of the first 52 theorems in Principia Mathematica (including some originally by Bertrand Russell), GPS demonstrated broader capabilities in symbolic computation and heuristic search.^[131] The system's influence extended to cognitive modeling, as Newell and Simon viewed it as a model of human thought processes, laying foundational concepts for AI planning algorithms still used today. Herbert A. Simon's satisficing model, introduced in his 1956 work on decision theory, has profoundly shaped computational approaches to optimization under uncertainty.^[132] Rather than seeking globally optimal solutions as in traditional rational choice theory, satisficing involves selecting the first alternative that meets a predefined aspiration level, accounting for bounded rationality and computational constraints.^[132] In computational decision theory, this heuristic has been implemented in search algorithms, such as those in AI planning and operations research, where exhaustive optimization is infeasible due to time or resource limits— for instance, in GPS itself, where subgoals are pursued until satisfactory progress is achieved. Simon's framework, detailed in Administrative Behavior (1947) and expanded in Models of Man (1957), influenced bounded-optimal control in robotics and multi-agent systems, prioritizing feasible solutions over perfection to mimic real-world decision-making efficiency.^[132]

Other uses

Biology and animals

Simon was a ship's cat aboard the Royal Navy sloop HMS Amethyst, serving from 1948 to 1949 during the Yangtze Incident in the Chinese Civil War.^[133] Found as a stray kitten in Hong Kong in 1948, he quickly became popular with the crew for controlling the ship's rat population.^[134] On April 20, 1949, during an attack by Chinese Communist forces on the Yangtze River, HMS Amethyst was heavily damaged, resulting in numerous casualties; Simon was severely wounded by shrapnel in the explosion but survived initial recovery efforts aboard the ship.^[135] Despite his injuries, he continued to hunt rats, reportedly catching at least one per day and often more, thereby protecting food supplies and boosting crew morale during the 101-day ordeal while the ship was stranded and under blockade.^[136] For his gallantry, Simon was awarded the Dickin Medal—the animal equivalent of the Victoria Cross—in August 1949, making him the only cat to receive this honor from the People's Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA).^[137] The medal citation states: "Served on HMS Amethyst during the Yangtse Incident, disposing of many rats though wounded by shell blast. Throughout the incident his behaviour was of the highest order."^[133] Simon died on November 28, 1949, at the age of two, from an abscess related to his wounds while in quarantine upon returning to the United Kingdom.^[134] He was buried with full military honors at the PDSA Animal Cemetery in Ilford, Essex, England (Plot 281), in a specially made casket draped with the Union Jack; hundreds attended the funeral, including crew from HMS Amethyst, with Reverend R. S. G. Clarke officiating.^[138] His gravestone reads: "Throughout the Yangtse Incident his behaviour was of the highest order."^[139]

Transportation and vehicles

Simon Lake, an American inventor, developed several pioneering submarines in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, significantly advancing underwater navigation technology. His first major vessel, the Argonaut, was launched in 1897 from a dry dock in Baltimore, Maryland, and featured large retractable wheels that allowed it to travel along the ocean floor, marking it as one of the earliest successful submersibles capable of extended open-sea operations.^[140] Designed with naval applications in mind, the Argonaut was equipped to fire torpedoes and demonstrated practical salvage capabilities during tests in the Chesapeake Bay, where it recovered objects from depths up to 15 feet.^[141] Lake's innovations, including buoyancy control systems inspired by Jules Verne's novels, laid groundwork for modern submarine design, though initial U.S. Navy adoption was limited due to competition from John Holland's vessels.^[142] Building on the Argonaut's success, Lake constructed the Protector in 1901 through his newly formed Lake Torpedo Boat Company in Bridgeport, Connecticut. This 36-foot submarine introduced the first practical periscope for submerged observation, consisting of a simple lens system in a vertical tube that extended above the water surface, enabling the operator to maintain visibility while remaining hidden.^[143] The Protector also incorporated forward-mounted diving planes and a flat deck for improved stability, allowing dives to 50 feet and surface speeds of 8 knots via a 50-horsepower gasoline engine.^[141] Although the U.S. Navy declined to purchase it, the Protector was sold to Imperial Russia in 1905 as part of Lake's efforts to promote his designs internationally, influencing early 20th-century submarine engineering.^[142] Lake's later work culminated in the U.S. Navy's commissioning of the USS Seal (later renamed G-1) in 1912, a 161-foot vessel based on his designs that featured twin screws for maneuverability and a displacement of over 400 tons, representing a direct adoption of his even-keel principles for stable underwater travel.^[144] Overall, Lake's submarines emphasized diver lockout chambers and seabed mobility, concepts that shaped U.S. Navy submarine development during World War I and beyond.^[145]

Miscellaneous

Simon Says is a traditional children's game originating in 19th-century American English, involving a leader who issues physical or verbal commands that players must obey only if prefixed with "Simon says".^[146] The objective is to eliminate players who follow instructions without the requisite phrase, testing listening skills, impulse control, and rule adherence in a group setting of three or more participants. The game's structure promotes quick decision-making and has roots possibly linked to earlier European command games, though its modern form solidified in the United States by the mid-1800s. Beyond recreation, Simon Says serves as a tool in developmental psychology to evaluate obedience, response inhibition, and executive function, particularly in young children.^[147] Studies highlight its utility in assessing how preschoolers distinguish between valid and invalid directives, revealing challenges in inhibitory control that correlate with attention-related disorders like ADHD. Therapists and educators often adapt the game for therapeutic sessions to build compliance and body awareness without formal authority structures.^[148]

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Simon Says - Rotten Tomatoes
Rating 20% (205) Synopsis A creepy gas-station attendant (Crispin Glover) and his twin brother terrorize five unsuspecting collegians at a campground. Director: William Dear.
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Simon Says (2006) - IMDb
Rating 4.2/10 (3,954) Five high school seniors (3 cute girls) in a VW van on their way to camp by a river in the forest hear about a boy, who once killed his identical twin and ...
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Simon Electronic Game, 1978 | National Museum of American History
Simon Electronic Game, 1978 ; Inventor: Baer, Ralph H. ; Manufacturer: Milton Bradley Company.
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Simon Through The Years: a review by dickclarkfan1
Aug 27, 2013 · Manufactured by Milton Bradley in 1978 (Now a division of Hasbro), Simon was an electronic marvel of it's time, and was a staple of many toy ...
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Origins Of Rhythm Video Games - Genspark
Nov 21, 2024 · Simon Game: Released in 1978, Simon was an early electronic game that used a 'call and response' mechanic, laying the groundwork for rhythm- ...
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Simon - Absolute Geeks
Apr 6, 2023 · Milton Bradley sold millions of units of the game in its first few years. ... Simon Pocket, Simon Air, and Simon Swipe. Simon also became a ...
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Milton Bradley Company
By 1980, Simon was Milton Bradley's top selling item and largely responsible for the success of the company's electronic line which contributed 30 percent of ...Missing: figures | Show results with:figures
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40 Years Of Simon, The Electronic Game That Never Stops ...
Nov 10, 2017 · The new toy tested players' memories by making them repeat progressively longer patterns of lights and associated sounds by pressing the four colored buttons.Missing: figures | Show results with:figures
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VAMPIRE KILLER | Castlevania web portal - Konami
Horror action in the Demon Castle. The epic battle between Simon and Dracula begins! Release date：1986; Platform：MSX2. Virtual Console （Wii U） ...
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Castlevania II Simon's Quest - Konami
Simon Belmont must find and burn Count Dracula's five body parts to end the curse, exploring mansions, graveyards, and forests, and buying magic weapons.
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Basics - Castlevania II: Simon's Quest Walkthrough & Guide
Aug 10, 2020 · As you play through the game, you will go through several day and night cycles. These are actually directly tied to the game's endings.
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Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda
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Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda Themes - LitCharts
Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda Themes · Agency and Control · Identity and Assumptions · Relationships and Empathy · Family, Change, and Growing Up · Our Cookie ...Missing: details sales
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STAGE: NEIL SIMON'S BRIGHTON BEACH' - The New York Times
Mar 28, 1983 · Far more than most Simon plays, ''Brighton Beach Memoirs'' deals explicitly with the Jewishness of its people. While one might fear that this ...
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Brighton Beach Memoirs: Themes - SparkNotes
Brighton Beach Memoirs Themes · Supporting Family · Becoming an Adult · How Ailments Shape Personality.
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Heyer for Beginners #5 — Simon the Coldheart (1925)
Simon the Coldheart Small & Maynard, 1925. Setting: England and France Time: 1400 – 1418, in the reigns of Henry IV and Henry V.
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Simon the Coldheart: A tale of chivalry and adventure (Historical ...
Known as the Queen of Regency romance, Heyer was legendary for her research, historical accuracy and her extraordinary plots and characterizations.Missing: 1950 | Show results with:1950
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Simon Character Analysis in Lord of the Flies | SparkNotes
Simon embodies a kind of innate, spiritual human goodness that is deeply connected with nature and, in its own way, as primal as Jack's evil.
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Simon Templar Books In Order - Book Series in Order
The novel was titled 'Meet the Tiger' and features the adventures of Simon Templar as the alias The Saint. The plot of the novel introduces Simon as a 27 year ...Missing: literature central
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Paul Simon 'There Goes Rhymin' Simon': American Tunes
There Goes Rhymin' Simon, released on May 5, 1973, was a massive hit, peaking at #2 on Billboard's album chart (George Harrison's Living In the Material World ...
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https://www.sparknotes.com/lit/flies/character/simon/
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50 Ways To Leave Your Lover by Paul Simon | PopHits.org
50 Ways To Leave Your Lover by Paul Simon (1975) hit #1 on the Billboard Hot 100. Listen, view chart stats, read trivia, rate the song, ...
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Billboard Bits: 1910 Fruitgum Co., Herman Brood, T. Rex
Jul 12, 2001 · The band scored top-5 hits on The Billboard Hot 100 with its singles “Simon Says” (No. 4, 1968), “1-2-3 Red Light” (No. 5, 1968; at one time ...<|separator|>
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https://www.grammy.com/awards/18th-annual-grammy-awards
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CTVA US Crime - "Simon and Simon" (Universal/CBS)(1981-88 ...
Universal City Studios, Inc. ... US Detective series 1981-88 156 episodes x 1 hr + follow-up TV movie. Starring: Jameson Parker as A.J. (Andrew Jackson) Simon
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Simon & Simon (TV Series 1981–1989) - Plot - IMDb
Two brothers with opposite personalities investigate crime. · A.J. Simon is a polished fellow with a taste for classic cars and tailored suits. · A.J. and Rick ...
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Simon (a Titles & Air Dates Guide) - Epguides.com
Jun 14, 2020 · Episodes: 16 eps. Genre(s): Comedy. Credits: regulars: Harland Williams as Simon; Jason Bateman as Carl; Andrea Bendewald as Libby; Patrick ...Missing: count | Show results with:count
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Simon (TV Series 1995–1996) - IMDb
Rating 6.1/10 (67) Wall Street broker Carl loses everything, forced to live with brother Simon in Harlem. When Simon lands a high-paying TV job, Carl struggles with his sibling's ...Missing: Fox plot
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Simon's Cat - YouTube
Popular videos ; Cat Man Do - Simon's Cat. 66M views. 17 years ago ; Off to the Vet (Full Film in COLOUR) I A Simon's Cat SPECIAL. 57M views. 8 years ago ; TV ...
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Simon's Cat's Subscriber Count, Stats & Income - vidIQ YouTube Stats
Simon's Cat YouTube Channel Stats ; 2025-11-05, 6.46M · 1,705,628,289 ; 2025-11-04, 6.46M · 1,705,544,875 ; 2025-11-03, 6.46M · 1,705,272,157 ; 2025-11-02, 6.46M ...
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Simon's Cat - Home
The home of Simon's Cat! Visit us for all the latest films and animations! Read our exclusive content shop our official merchandise!
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Simon's Cat: Beyond the Fence - Penguin Random House Canada
CA$12.99Simon's Cat was published simultaneously in 25 countries and sold over 125,000 copies in hardcover. This year Simon Tofield returns with a charming follow ...
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Simon's Cat: Tofield, Simon: 9780446560061: Amazon.com: Books
Simon's Cat depicts and exaggerates the hilarious relationship between a man and his cat. The daily escapades of this adorable pet, which always involve ...Missing: web views
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Behind-The-Scenes At 98.7 | wfmynews2.com
Jul 8, 2008 · Greensboro, NC -- The station has gone by several names and slogans, but for nearly four years,it's been 98.7 Simon.
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Greensboro Classic Hits - WSMW-FM | 98.7 FM Simon - Audacy
Get up with Simon! Join Sean, Charley & Matty and listen to all the classic hits. See entertainment lineup, playlist, contests, blogs, and more.Contact Us · 98.7 Simon Contests | Audacy · Get Up! Morning Show · Playlist
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Contact Us | 98.7 Simon Greensboro - Audacy
Contact the WSMW-FM Programming Department via e-mail HERE or call 336-373-0987. Text message & data rates may apply. Listen Live: https://www.audacy.com/ ...
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Simon in the Land of Chalk Drawings (TV Series 1976– ) - IMDb
Rating 8.3/10 (143) He's able to climb over the fence and have adventures in the Land of Chalk Drawings. This was a British series of 5 minute episodes of rudimentary animation.
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Simon in the Land of Chalk Drawings -1 - YouTube
Sep 12, 2016 · ... McLachlan. The TV series was produced by FilmFair Productions London for Thames Television in 1974, and was narrated by Bernard Cribbins.
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Simon in the Land of Chalk Drawings (TV Series 2002) - IMDb
Rating 7.6/10 (29) A boy has adventures in a fantasy land of chalk drawings, usually solving problems he inadvertently created on his own chalkboard at home.
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Corporate History - Simon & Schuster
Simon & Schuster was founded in 1924 by Richard L. (Dick) Simon and M. Lincoln (Max) Schuster. Their initial project was a crossword puzzle book.
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Divisions & Imprints | Simon & Schuster
Today, Scribner publishes a distinguished list of acclaimed and award-winning writers including Stephen King, Jesmyn Ward, Anthony Doerr, Annie Proulx ...
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S&S Sales Topped $1 Billion in Record 2022 - Publishers Weekly
Feb 16, 2023 · Sales in the year were up about 10%, and at $1.1 billion, revenue topped the $1 billion mark for the first time since S&S operated as a standalone trade ...
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Scribner Books from Simon & Schuster
A leading home of timeless fiction and nonfiction, Scribner represents excellence across categories. STEPHEN KING. Jesmyn Ward. COLM Tóibín. Annie Proulx. Laura ...
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KKR Announces Completion of Acquisition of Simon & Schuster ...
Oct 30, 2023 · KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced the successful completion of the previously announced acquisition of Simon & Schuster from Paramount ...
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Investor Relations | Simon Property Group, L.P.
Simon is a real estate investment trust engaged in the ownership of premier shopping, dining, entertainment and mixed-use destinations.Dividend History · Quarterly Reports · Annual Reports & Proxy... · Management
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SIMON PROPERTY GROUP, INC._December 31, 2024 - SEC.gov
Simon Property Group, Inc. is a Delaware corporation that operates as a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, under the ...<|control11|><|separator|>
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Simon Property Group
The premier innovator in global retail destinations, Simon is leading the way in commerce and in our communities.About Simon · Search SIMON's Portfolio · Simon Media · Office SpacesMissing: network | Show results with:network
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Las Vegas North Premium Outlets® - A Shopping Center In Las ...
Find a Simon Premium Outlet near you. Shop more for less at outlet fashion brands like Tommy Hilfiger, Adidas, Michael Kors & more.Deals & steals · Stores · Mappedin · ProductsMissing: Group network
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[PDF] SPG 2024 Annual Report - Simon Property Group
Feb 21, 2025 · We continue to differentiate our Company through investments in our physical assets, adding hospitality, wellness, food & entertainment, e- ...
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Welcome To The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace - Las Vegas
The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace is recognized as offering the premier combination of luxury retail, excellent location, entertainment and ambient ...Map · Zaytinya by José Andrés Group · Saint Laurent Paris · Events & news
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Simon Property Market Cap 2011-2025 | SPG - Macrotrends
Simon Property market cap as of November 10, 2025 is $59.94B. Simon Property market cap history and chart from 2011 to 2025.
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https://investors.simon.com/static-files/b025d6ef-b741-4716-bb44-3c6502ef98f0
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Simon Miller Sharpened Price Point and Space Mod Aesthetic for ...
Jun 20, 2024 · In 2016, Hansford took over the company as owner, chief executive officer and creative director, and decided to move away from denim and expand ...
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Simon Miller - TheIndustry.fashion
This label can be found in a number of leading retailers and online including Farfetch, Net-A-Porter, Browns, Liberty London and The Outnet. Company Information.
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First Dibs: Simon Miller Bonsai Bag - Interview Magazine
Oct 23, 2015 · For Spring/Summer 2016, Simon Miller designers Jake Sargent and Daniel Corrigan entered the wonderful world of handbags with three different ...Missing: Curve | Show results with:Curve<|separator|>
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https://wwd.com/fashion-news/fashion-features/simon-miller-chelsea-hansford-sharpened-price-point-space-mod-aesthetic-success-1236436148/
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https://www.theindustry.fashion/the_directory/simon-miller/
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When Only a Treasure Will Do! It's Simon Pearce For The Holidays
Nov 14, 2023 · Simon Pearce started making fine glassware in Ireland in 1971. His father and brother made pottery, but he wanted to learn how to blow glass ...Missing: history lighting
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SF Private Equity Firm Buys Stake in Simon Pearce Glass
Dec 4, 2024 · Simon Pearce has been headquartered in Windsor since its namesake founded it in 1971. In a press release Tuesday, the company said it had ...
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https://simonpearce.com/pages/our-story
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https://www.greateruppervalley.com/2023/11/14/471586/when-only-a-treasure-will-do-it-s-simon-pearce-for-the-holidays
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Simon Cowell launches SYCO music publishing company in ...
Aug 9, 2023 · Syco Entertainment began in 2005 as a joint venture between Sony Music Entertainment and Cowell, when the former bought Cowell's shares in his ...
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Simon Cowell's Syco Says It Won't Be Impacted By Coronavirus
Sep 23, 2020 · The confident tone came as Syco's revenue rose 74% to £65.6M ($83.3M), while the company's pre-tax profits surged 76% to £42.7M. The huge gains ...Missing: financials | Show results with:financials
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Q&A with Charlotte tastemaker Paul Simon
Sep 17, 2014 · Paul Simon opened his namesake men's clothing store in 1975 and has developed a loyal following of some of Charlotte's best-dressed men in ...
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Longtime Charlotte retailer making big change to SouthPark store
May 30, 2025 · The Paul Simon women's store was founded by Marcia Simon in 1996. It will close July 31. The new Johnnie-O store will offer that brand's full ...Missing: North Carolina
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50 years and counting for this Charlotte boutique
Aug 23, 2025 · The elder Simon started the brand in September 1975 with a storefront in Myers Park. “I wanted to have my own business.Missing: North Carolina history
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Simple Simon | MIT Technology Review
Mar 1, 2001 · Shown above with Berkeley, Simon consisted of 129 electromechanical relays, a stepping switch and a paper-tape feed for inputting data. It ...
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Edmund Berkeley - Computer Timeline
Simon is a simple Harvard architecture machine, containing 129 relays (readily available at army surplus stores at that time), a stepping switch, and a five ...
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[PDF] Report on a general problem-solving program.
This paper deals with the theory of problem solving. describes a program for a digital computer, called General. Problem Solver I (GPS), which is part of an ...
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[PDF] Herbert A. Simon - Prize Lecture
Nobel Memorial Lecture, 8 December, 1978 by. HERBERT A. SIMON. Carnegie-Mellon University*, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA. In the opening words of his ...
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PDSA Dickin Medal for Simon the cat
Served on HMS Amethyst during the Yangtse Incident, disposing of many rats though wounded by shell blast. Throughout the incident his behaviour was of the ...
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Able Seaman Simon, Ship's Cat - Imperial War Museums
Able Seaman Simon was a ship's cat on HMS Amethyst, wounded in 1949, who patrolled the sick bay and was promoted for his services. He received a Dickin Medal.
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Remembered: Simon the rat-catching hero navy cat - BBC
Dec 5, 2023 · Simon is the only cat to have been awarded the Dickin Medal · He kept vermin away from the food supply after Plymouth's HMS Amethyst was bombed ...
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Cat Aids Crew of the HMS Amethyst by Simone, Montréal, Quebec
Jul 21, 2020 · Simon stayed onboard with the men. He was injured too, but he continued to do his job. He caught at least one rat a day, often more, which ...
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First cat to receive the Dickin Medal | Guinness World Records
The first cat to receive the PDSA Dickin Medal animal gallantry award was Simon (originally found in Hong Kong), who was ship cat on board the British ...Missing: Yangtze | Show results with:Yangtze
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Simon the Seacat by Blade Mitchell - The Green Howards Museum
Feb 21, 2025 · His Dicken Medal award reads: “Served on HMS Amethyst during the Yangtse Incident, disposing of many rats though wounded by shell blast.
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Simon – the ship's cat on HMS Amethyst during the Yangtse Incident
Simon was the ship's cat on HMS Amethyst, a Royal Navy Animal Auxiliary, wounded during the Yangtse Incident, and received the Dickin Medal. He died in 1949.Missing: Yangtze | Show results with:Yangtze
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Simon Lake and the Argonaut - National Museum of American History
Simon Lake had his Argonaut I built in a Baltimore, Maryland, dry dock. Launched in 1897, her most conspicuous feature was the large retractable wheels.
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Simon Lake non-Navy Submarines - PigBoats.COM
This boat is called Explorer and was a privately funded project by Lake built in 1932. It was strictly for exploration and salvage and was not a military craft.Missing: Antarctica | Show results with:Antarctica
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Simon Lake and the Submarine Contest of 1893
Dec 29, 2017 · His love of submarines was inspired by Jules Verne's Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea. Lake states “Jules Verne was in a sense the ...Missing: Antarctica | Show results with:Antarctica
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A SHORT HISTORY OF SUBMARINE PERISCOPES Part 1
Simon Lake, a Connecticut submarine inventor and builder from the Bridgeport area, constructed his first sophisticated submarine, PROTECTOR, in 1902. The 65 ...
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SIMON LAKE AND HIS DIVING BOAT - NSL Archive
Lake's SEAL, commissioned into the u.s. Navy on October 28, 1912, had a surface displacement of more than 400 tons, a length of 161 feet, and a beam of 13 feet.
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History of SA Navy - Naval Heritage Trust
The SA Navy's main naval base moved from Durban to Simon's Town and Naval Headquarters moved to Simon's Town from Pretoria where it remained until 1976 when it ...
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Simonstown History | Ancestors Research South Africa
Oct 16, 2018 · The town was named after Simon van der Stel. Simon's Bay was made the official winter anchorage for the Dutch East India Company's ships in 1743.
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Definition of Hebrew Names: Simon | AHRC
The name Simon is the Greek transliteration of the Hebrew name שמעון (shimon, Strong's #8095). This name is also the name of one of the sons of Jacob.
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The amazing name Simon: meaning and etymology
May 5, 2014 · From the noun σιμος (simos), someone with a hollow face and a wide, flat nose. Related names: • Via שמע (shama'): Elishama, Ishmael, Ishmaiah, ...Missing: reputable | Show results with:reputable
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Popularity for the name Simon - Behind the Name
Popularity statistics for the given name Simon in the United States ... 1970, #482, 0.015. 1969, #497, 0.013. 1968, #478, 0.014. 1967, #503, 0.013. 1966, #543 ...Missing: 1970s SSA
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Top names of the 1970s - Social Security
The following table shows the 200 most popular given names for male and female babies born during the 1970s.Missing: Simon | Show results with:Simon
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origin of the phrase 'Simon says' - word histories
Apr 8, 2017 · Of American-English origin, Simon says denotes a children's game in which players must obey the leader's instructions only if they are ...
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What makes Simon Says so difficult for young children? - PubMed
Compared with conceptually similar response inhibition tasks, the game of Simon Says is particularly challenging for young children.
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5 Therapeutic Benefits of Playing “Simon Says”
May 20, 2019 · 1. Developing Body Awareness and Motor Development. This game is an excellent way for a child to practice improving his or her body awareness.