Barbie® Introduces the Black Barbie Fashionista Doll with Down Syndrome

Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced today the addition of a Black Barbie doll with Down syndrome, created to allow even more children to find a doll that represents them and inspire all children to tell more stories through play. This diversity and inclusion initiative is celebrated by Down Syndrome South Africa, who are committed…

BySpice4Life NewsJuly 26, 20240Comments

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Barbie® Introduces the First Blind Barbie Fashionista Doll, Allowing Even More Children to Tell Stories Through Play

Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced today the addition of a blind Barbie doll, created to allow even more children to find a doll that represents them and inspire all children to tell more stories through play. This launch, representing the those with visual impairment is supported by the South African Guide-Dogs Association for the…

BySpice4Life NewsJuly 24, 20240Comments

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Barbie Celebrates Role-Model Athletes Who Have Broken Boundaries to Encourage Girls to Stay in Sports and Recognize Their Full Potential

Barbie brand honuors the profound impact of sports in igniting confidence among young girls by: Honoring nine women in sports who have broken boundaries around the world with one-of-a-kind Role Model dolls Partnering with VOICEINSPORT to keep girls in sports through mentorship Introducing doll assortments highlighting fan-favorite careers in sports…

BySpice4Life NewsMay 23, 20240Comments

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Barbie® Celebrates 65 Years of Inspiring Girls and launches new Role model dolls

Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced today its kickoff to celebrate the 65th anniversary of Barbie and over six decades of breaking down boundaries and inspiring girls through storytelling, encouraging them to be confident, daring, brave and legendary. Since the brand's inception, Barbie has helped girls explore their limitless potential through different roles and narratives – from…

BySpice4Life NewsMarch 15, 20240Comments

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Barbie® and The TechnoGirl Trust Work Towards Closing The Dream Gap in South Africa

From a young age, many girls begin to develop limiting self-beliefs. New research indicates the challenges that young girls face don't lie in their lacking self-confidence or drive; rather the gaps often occur in the world around them. This is the year that Barbie, in collaboration with The TechnoGirl Trust, will work towards closing the…

BySpice4Life NewsNovember 20, 20230Comments

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Study Reveals Playing With Dolls Allows Children To Develop And Practice Social Skills Regardless Of Neurodevelopmental Profile

NEW FINDINGS: Multi-Year Scientific Study Reveals Playing With Dolls Allows Children To Develop And Practice Social Skills, Regardless Of Their Neurodevelopmental Profile The latest peer-reviewed findings from the third year of the study from Cardiff University suggest that doll play could be a beneficial playtime experience for children with varying social communication styles, including those…

BySpice4Life NewsOctober 23, 20230Comments

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Barbie Sales Surge by 30% After Opening Movie Weekend

Toys R Us has seen a 30 percent growth in Barbie Doll sales since the pre-screening and premiere launch of Barbie the movie this past weekend. The movie made history with a record-breaking opening weekend for a film directed by a woman. While the world has been turned pink, the impact of the film has had…

BySpice4Life NewsJuly 26, 20230Comments

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Barbie Adds New Marine Biologist Doll to Inspiring Career Range

Barbie has launched the newest doll to the already inspiring career range available in South Africa. The Barbie Marine Biologist Doll And Accessories promotes a career that focuses on studying and understanding marine life and conserving it by assessing the impact of human activity on coral reefs and other marine habitats. In collaboration with uShaka Marine…

BySpice4Life NewsJuly 11, 20230Comments

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5 Facts You Didn’t Know About the New Barbie Dreamhouse

The new Barbie Dreamhouse is a highly anticipated item this year, that is already a hit with kids and parents, for all the right reasons. Behind the stylish designs and integrated play, opportunities are incredible benefits and features that we don't always see or know about... So, here are 5 interesting facts about the new…

BySpice4Life NewsJuly 7, 20230Comments

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My First Barbie, the first-ever Barbie doll specifically designed for preschool-aged children

Toy manufacturing giant, Mattel, has announced the launch of its latest creation: My First Barbie. Since 1959, Barbie has been inspiring children with toys that encourage imagination, expression and discovery through play and this year’s line is no exception. This year, Barbie is introducing a brand-new innovation in the dolls category that…

BySpice4Life NewsMay 15, 20230Comments

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Barbie® Introduces the Black Barbie Fashionista Doll with Down Syndrome

Barbie® Introduces the First Blind Barbie Fashionista Doll, Allowing Even More Children to Tell Stories Through Play

Barbie Celebrates Role-Model Athletes Who Have Broken Boundaries to Encourage Girls to Stay in Sports and Recognize Their Full Potential

Barbie® Celebrates 65 Years of Inspiring Girls and launches new Role model dolls

Barbie® and The TechnoGirl Trust Work Towards Closing The Dream Gap in South Africa

Study Reveals Playing With Dolls Allows Children To Develop And Practice Social Skills Regardless Of Neurodevelopmental Profile

Barbie Sales Surge by 30% After Opening Movie Weekend

Barbie Adds New Marine Biologist Doll to Inspiring Career Range

5 Facts You Didn’t Know About the New Barbie Dreamhouse

My First Barbie, the first-ever Barbie doll specifically designed for preschool-aged children

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