Changing the world, one doll at a time {a Hearts For Hearts Girls giveaway!}
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My girls love dolls.
I love different cultures.
So when a line of multicultural dolls teaches about empathy and service toward those in need, I take note.
My mom bought Jocelyn's first one, Consuelo from Mexico (third from the left above). Then Lee's mom bought the next one, Lilian from Belarus (second from the left).
With one more purchase and a generous sampling of dolls for review purposes, we now also own Rahel from Ethiopia, Mosi from the USA (Native American), Shola from Afghanistan, Lauryce from the USA (New Orleans), Dell from the USA (Appalachian mountains in Kentucky), Nahji from India, and Tipi from Laos.
Hearts For Hearts Girls (HFHG) are inspired by stories of real girls around the world. Each of them has ideas about how to make life better for herself, her family, and community. Each comes with a story printed on the box, a little booklet sharing more about the girl's humanitarian efforts, and additional story details on the HFHG website.
The company making these has clearly thought them through. In their words,
When American Girl dolls came out, I was past the doll stage... but still. I devoured the books and hoped Mom would get me a doll anyway.
(A generation later, she did make good on my doll hopes, as Jocelyn's Kit doll was under the Christmas tree last year and Patience's Addy doll is waiting in the wings for this December.)
These dolls, though? I think they are an even better choice. The construction is excellent, the design is superb, and if one gets left at the park or chewed on by the dog? The replacement cost is much lower. (They retail for $24.99 at Target stores and online, on Amazon online, and at select Barnes & Noble stores. Sometimes they're listed for more than that on Amazon, but if so, just wait it out until another seller - who isn't trying to make more than the usual profit - has the doll in stock for the list price.)
And the stories? They teach our girls invaluable lessons about needs around the world while encouraging them to make a difference right where they are. (Plus you can feel good, knowing that $1 from each doll purchase goes to World Vision to support girls in the doll's home country/community!)
Enough about the dolls.... want one of your own? Playmates Toys is letting me host a giveaway of not one but TWO dolls - one Mosi and one Shola - here on the blog. Enter below!
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Fine print: Some of the dolls in this post were sent to us for review after I contacted the manufacturer about my plans for this post. My opinions are all my own, plus I planned to write about the dolls whether or not they sponsored a giveaway or provided review dolls. Winners will be notified within 48 hours of the end of the giveaway period, and winners will need to provide their mailing address for the doll to be sent directly to them from Playmates Toys.
I love different cultures.
So when a line of multicultural dolls teaches about empathy and service toward those in need, I take note.
My mom bought Jocelyn's first one, Consuelo from Mexico (third from the left above). Then Lee's mom bought the next one, Lilian from Belarus (second from the left).
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| We've had this doll for 18 months. Jocelyn is rough on her toys, but Consuelo's hair is tangle-free and clothes (the original outfit, plus one additional one I found on clearance at Target) are like new. Full disclosure: We have lost one earring. |
With one more purchase and a generous sampling of dolls for review purposes, we now also own Rahel from Ethiopia, Mosi from the USA (Native American), Shola from Afghanistan, Lauryce from the USA (New Orleans), Dell from the USA (Appalachian mountains in Kentucky), Nahji from India, and Tipi from Laos.
Hearts For Hearts Girls (HFHG) are inspired by stories of real girls around the world. Each of them has ideas about how to make life better for herself, her family, and community. Each comes with a story printed on the box, a little booklet sharing more about the girl's humanitarian efforts, and additional story details on the HFHG website.
The company making these has clearly thought them through. In their words,
It’s an undeniable fact that girls in many countries struggle against a lack of education, medical care, decent housing, and clean water and food. But when these basic needs are met, those girls achieve amazing things for themselves and their families. Sometimes, all they need is a little help.Love. it.
Whenever you buy a doll, Hearts For Hearts Girls donates a dollar to our charitable partner, World Vision, for programs that support girls in that country. Whether it’s malaria nets in Africa, schoolbooks in Asia, or food supplies in the US, these programs help girls to thrive and succeed.
When American Girl dolls came out, I was past the doll stage... but still. I devoured the books and hoped Mom would get me a doll anyway.
(A generation later, she did make good on my doll hopes, as Jocelyn's Kit doll was under the Christmas tree last year and Patience's Addy doll is waiting in the wings for this December.)
These dolls, though? I think they are an even better choice. The construction is excellent, the design is superb, and if one gets left at the park or chewed on by the dog? The replacement cost is much lower. (They retail for $24.99 at Target stores and online, on Amazon online, and at select Barnes & Noble stores. Sometimes they're listed for more than that on Amazon, but if so, just wait it out until another seller - who isn't trying to make more than the usual profit - has the doll in stock for the list price.)
And the stories? They teach our girls invaluable lessons about needs around the world while encouraging them to make a difference right where they are. (Plus you can feel good, knowing that $1 from each doll purchase goes to World Vision to support girls in the doll's home country/community!)
Enough about the dolls.... want one of your own? Playmates Toys is letting me host a giveaway of not one but TWO dolls - one Mosi and one Shola - here on the blog. Enter below!
a Rafflecopter giveaway
Fine print: Some of the dolls in this post were sent to us for review after I contacted the manufacturer about my plans for this post. My opinions are all my own, plus I planned to write about the dolls whether or not they sponsored a giveaway or provided review dolls. Winners will be notified within 48 hours of the end of the giveaway period, and winners will need to provide their mailing address for the doll to be sent directly to them from Playmates Toys.