With a height of 34 centimeters, 5 centimeters taller than traditional barbies, the My First Barbie it also has a wider waist that lessens the emphasis on the bust (but the bust is still there) and has a permanently glued inside bead.
Also, her fashion is geared more towards preschoolers with playful heart, star and flower designs on preschooler friendly dresses; Likewise, her accessories are bigger designed for smaller hands and her hair is very long with the intention that brushing it easier.
On the other hand, the extremities of My First Barbie they can move and like some earlier versions of the doll, their facial features are distinguishable.
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Another major change is that the doll’s thumbs are attached to her fingers, thus eliminating the usual complaint of Barbie’s hands getting caught in her clothes when kids try to put them on. My First Barbie is suitable for both boys and girls of at least 3 years.
In this image provided by Mattel, a girl plays with a My First Barbie doll, made for preschoolers.
For her part, Lisa McKnight, Mattel executive vice president and global head of Barbie and dolls, he told The Associated Press that this new version that the company created is in response to feedback from parents.
“We talk to parents and children almost 365 days a year”, he indicated. “We started hearing a track about younger kids wanting to play with Barbie. Parents concerned that their preschool children did not have the fine motor skills to have a positive play experience with our traditional doll”, he added.
In this image provided by Mattel, My First Barbie dolls, made for preschoolers.
As regards the first presentation of this new doll, four different skin tones and different hair textures are included.
Finally, McKnight explained on Barbie’s YouTube channel there will be new content about the doll with an animated special about a surprise party.
With information from The Associated Press Agency.
