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<div style="font-size:150%; font-variant: small-caps; border:none; margin:0; padding:.1em; color:#d51b75;">'''Welcome to the''' <span style="color:maroon;">[[{{SITENAME}}:About|'''American Girl Wiki''']]</span>,<br/>the wiki dedicated to [http://americangirl.com American Girl]<br>that [[{{SITENAME}}:COPPA_Compliance|anyone over 13]] can edit.</div>
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; July 1, 2020 / Black Stories for Free by American Girl
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; August 31, 2016 / American Girl To Partner With Toys 'R Us; Shop-in-Shops Opening This Fall
  
   
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American Girl has launched the [https://www.americangirl.com/content/ag/en/hide-in-nav/equality-discover.html Commitment to Racial Equality Online Library]. The following books and videos are now available for free download and watching:
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: A Mattel press release has announced that American Girl Products will be sold in Toys 'R Us stores across the United States. Toys 'R us will be the only U.S. retailer to have AG Shop-in-Shops in select stores outside of [[American Girl Place|American girls shops and boutiques]] and the online store. ([http://www.wsj.com/articles/mattels-american-girl-to-be-sold-in-toys-r-us-stores-1472643023 source])
  
   
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: For [[Melody Ellison]]: (Civil Rights, 1964)
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: The first line to be released includes [[WellieWishers]] dolls and accessories, beginning this weekend. Full shop-in-shops will open this fall and include exclusive selections of [[Truly Me]] items, outfits, and accessories as well as dolls. (It has not yet been stated if any dolls will be TRU Exclusives.) [[BeForever]] items and dolls will continue to only be available at the boutiques.
 
   
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:* ''[[Melody: No Ordinary Sound]]''
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: Until we have more details, please don't rumormonger. We don't like it and neither do you.
 
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:* ''[[Melody: Never Stop Singing]]''
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:* ''[[Music in My Heart: My Journey with Melody]]''
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:* Accompanying Reader's and Teacher's Guides
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:* Read-along video with [[Wikipedia:Mariska Hargitay|Mariska Hargitay]]
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:* ''Making Melody: Behind the Scenes'' with [[Denise Lewis Patrick]]
   
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: For [[Cécile Rey]] (with [[Marie-Grace Gardner]]): New Orleans, 1853
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: [[User:Nethilia|Nethilia]], The Admin
  
   
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:* ''[[Meet Marie-Grace]]''
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; August 25, 2016 / Melody Release Bundles
 
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:* ''[[Meet Cécile]]''
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[[File:MelodyMusicBundle.png|thumb|250px|Make Music with Melody!]]
  
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:* ''[[Marie-Grace and the Orphans]]''
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: Three Melody Bundles with discounts have also been released:
  
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:* ''[[Troubles for Cécile]]''
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:* ''[[Marie-Grace Makes a Difference]]''
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:* ''[[Cécile's Gift]]''
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:* Accompanying Reader's Guide
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:* "Meet Cécile & Marie-Grace" video
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:* ''[[The Cameo Necklace]]''
   
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: For [[Addy Walker]]: Civil War, 1864
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:* Melody Doll and Performance Collection, $190 (from standard of $235, save $45): [[Melody's Fancy Floral Dress]], [[Melody's Electric Piano]], [[Melody's Microphone Set]]
  
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:* Melody Doll and Block Party Collection, $240 (from standard of $296, save $56): [[Melody's Play Outfit]], [[Melody's Table and Chairs]], [[Melody's Block Party Set]]
  
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:* Bedtime Collection, $225 (from standard of $287, save $62): [[Melody's Pajamas]], [[Melody's Bed and Bedding]], and [[Melody's Bedroom Accessories]]
 
   
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:* ''[[Addy: Finding Freedom]]''
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: Each comes with the [[Melody Ellison (doll)|Melody Ellison]] doll and ''[[No Ordinary Sound]]''. These are only available through August 29th--the first five days of release.
 
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:* ''[[Addy: A Heart Full of Hope]]''
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:* ''[[A New Beginning: My Journey with Addy]]''
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:* [[Addy's Short Story Collection]]
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:* "Meet Addy Walker" video
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:* Accompanying Reader's and Teacher's Guides
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:* ''[[Shadows on Society Hill]]''
   
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: For General:
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:* Perspective video with Denise Lewis Patrick
   
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: The website states information that [[Gabriela McBride]]'s first book, ''[[Gabriela (book)|Gabriela]]'' will later be available.
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; August 25, 2016 / Melody Ellison Arrives! (And the Holiday End of Year Releases)
  
   
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: After so much information coming out already, the day is here! [[Melody Ellison (doll)|Melody Ellison]] has now officially released, along with [[Melody's Collection|her collection]]:
 
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:* [[Melody's Pajamas]]
  
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:* [[Melody's Play Outfit]]
  
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:* [[Melody's Christmas Outfit]]
  
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:* [[Melody's Fancy Coat]]
  
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:* [[Melody's Accessories]]
  
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:* [[Melody's Dog, Bo]]
  
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:* [[Melody's Fancy Floral Dress]]
  
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:* [[Melody's Hairstyling Set]]
  
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:* [[Melody's Recording Studio]]
  
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:* [[Melody's Microphone Set]]
  
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:* [[Melody's Electric Piano]]
  
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:* [[Melody's Bed and Bedding]]
  
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:* [[Melody's Bedroom Accessories]]
  
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:* [[Melody's Table and Chairs]]
  
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:* [[Melody's Block Party Set]]
  
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:* [[Melody's Travel Essentials]]
  
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: Items were released for all major lines to complete the holiday releases, including [[BeForever]] characters:
 
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: For [[Maryellen Larkin]]:
  
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:* [[Maryellen's Strawberry Outfit]]
  
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:* [[Maryellen's Christmas Party Outfit]]
  
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:* [[Maryellen's Party Punch Set]]
  
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:* [[Maryellen's Holiday Cookie Set]]
  
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:* [[Maryellen's Refrigerator and Food Set]]
  
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: For [[Julie Albright]]:
 
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:* [[Julie's New Year's Eve Outfit]]
  
   
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; June 29, 2020 / Reclosed Stores
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: For [[Rebecca Rubin]]:
  
   
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: Due to a massive spike in cases in Harris County, [[American Girl Place]] Houston is closed again. Other stores may close.
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:* [[Rebecca's Menorah and Dreidel Set]]
  
   
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: [[User:Nethilia|Nethilia]], The Admin (wear a mask and show you care)
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: For [[Josefina Montoya]]:
  
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; June 24, 2020 / New Truly Me and Joss Release
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:* [[Josefina's Festival Outfit]]
  
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:* [[Josefina's Navidad Outfit]]
  
   
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: New items have released for all the modern lines.
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: Children's clothes based on characters:
 
   
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: For [[Joss's Collection]]:
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:* [[Plum Jacket]] (Inspired by Rebecca)
  
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:* [[Joss's Beach Jumper]]
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:* [[Retro Camera Tank Top]] (Inspired by Kit)
  
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:* [[Joss's Beach Grill Set]]
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:* [[Desert Primrose Top]] (inspired by Josefina)
  
   
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: For [[Truly Me]] there are three new dolls--[[Just Like You 83]], [[Just Like You 84]], and [[Just Like You 85]]--filling out the remaining numbering gaps. There are also new meet outfits, the [[Sparkle and Shine Outfit]] and the [[Casual and Cool Outfit]], with matching accessories. Other items for the line:
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:* [[Winter Wishes Outfit (WellieWishers)|Winter Wishes Outfit]]
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:* [[Explore the Parks Outfit]]
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:* [[Winter Friends Skating Outfit]]
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:* [[Student Council Election Outfit]]
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:* [[Love and Caring Carriage]]
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:* [[Star Baker Apron]]
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:* [[Winter Woods Stage Accessories]]
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:* [[Be Creative Outfit]]
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:* [[Magic Theater Play Tent]]
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:* [[Make Some Music Outfit]]
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:* [[Let's Sleep Over Pajamas]]
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:* ''[[The Muddily-Puddily Show]]''
  
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:* ''[[The Riddle of the Robin]]''
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:* [[Explore the Parks Accessories]]
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:* ''[[Ashlyn's Unsurprise Party]]''
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:* [[Student Council Election Set]]
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:* [[Art Class Set]]
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:* [[Percussion Kit]]
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:* [[Chinese Takeout Set]]
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:* [[Spaghetti Dinner Set]]
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:* [[Double the Fun Sleepover Set]]
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:* [[Don't Forget to Brush Set]]
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:* [[American Girl Kitchen]]
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:* [[Teatime Table and Chairs Set]]
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:* [[Time to Sparkle Watch]]
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:* [[Sparkling Gem Bracelet Set]]
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:* [[Sparkle Gem Earring Set]]
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:* [[Rose Gold Glasses]]
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:* [[Swim Goggles]]
   
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:* [[Just Like You 65]]
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:* [[Colorful ABCs Outfit]]
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:* [[Just Like You 66]]
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:* [[Smart as a Fox School Outfit]]
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:* [[Sparkle and Spin Skating Outfit]]
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:* [[Starry Sky Pajamas]]
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:* [[Ready to Learn Backpack and Lunch Set]]
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:* [[Enchanting Winter Outfit]]
  
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:* [[Merry Magenta Outfit]]
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:* [[Ready to Learn Desk Set]]
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:* [[Ready to Learn Garden School Set]]
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:* [[Golden Sparkle Outfit]]
  
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:* [[Holiday Penguin PJs]]
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:* [[Stargazing Garden Tent Set]]
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:* [[Stargazing Sleeping Bag]]
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:* [[Christmas Eve Set (JLY)|Christmas Eve Set]]
  
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:* [[Hair Salon Scene]]
  
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:* [[Truly Blue Hairstyling Caddy]]
  
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:* [[Hairstyle Essentials Set]]
  
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:* [[Ready to Style Hair Kit]]
  
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:* [[Gourmet Kitchen Set]]
  
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:* [[Waffle Breakfast Set]]
  
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:* [[Lasagna Dinner Set]]
  
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:* [[Blender and Milkshake Set]]
  
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:* [[Williams-Sonoma Cupcake Set]]
  
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:* [[Dining Table and Chairs II]]
  
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:* [[Salon Chair and Wrap Set]]
  
   
 
: For [[Bitty Baby]]:
  
: For [[Bitty Baby]]:
   
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:* [[Snuggly Bear Bunting]]
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:* [[Zoo Birthday Outfit]]
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:* [[Stripey Sleeper]]
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:* [[Tea Party Outfit]]
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:* [[Bitty's Holiday Keepsake Set]]
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:* [[Bitty's Lion Friend]]
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:* [[Snowgirl Hat and Booties]]
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:* [[Bitty's Tea Party Set]]
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:* [[Ruffled Penguin PJs]]
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:* [[Bitty's Bottle Warmer Set]]
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:* [[Convertible High Chair and Play Table]]
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:* [[Tartan Taffeta Dress]]
  
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:* [[Bitty's Check-up Set]]
  
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:* [[Bitty's Double Stroller]]
  
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:* [[Bitty's Toy Garden]]
  
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:* [[Bitty's Washer and Dryer Set]]
  
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:* [[Storytime Chair]]
  
   
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:* ''[[A Smart Girl's Guide: Making a Difference]]''
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:* ''[[Doll Art Studio]]'' (new cover)
  
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:* ''[[A Year of Slumber Parties]]''
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:* ''[[A Smart Girl's Guide: Crushes]]''
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:* [[Shoot For the Stars Bag]]
  
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:* [[Pancake Kit (Williams-Sonoma)|Pancake Kit]] by Williams-Sonoma
  
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:* ''[[American Girl Cooking (Williams-Sonoma)|American Girl Cooking]]''
  
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: Give us your best on every article and enjoy the new stuff!
  
   
 
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; August 24, 2016 / Upcoming American Girl Books
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; June 23, 2020 / American Girl's Statement of Commitment to Racial Equality
   
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: American Girl has made an official statement of Commitment to Racial Equality on their [https://www.instagram.com/p/CByseIqBkmN/ Instagram account], [https://twitter.com/American_Girl/status/1275535535067541508?s=20 Twitter account]and [https://www.facebook.com/americangirl/posts/3136831183026687 Facebook page]. The company has stated they will accelerate their progress in stories and characters that represent the black community and other communities of color and diversity. Some specifics include:
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: New books have been listed on Amazon.com, due in 2017
 
   
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:* The launch of ''What It Means to Be an American Girl Today'', a series of virtual and in-person discussions about race and diversity. Initial discussion will be led by writers of the Black stories on the line (e.g. [[Connie Porter]], [[Denise Lewis Patrick]]) and experts, and help the company listen to the voices of the community.
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:* Starting July 1st, all the stories about the Black characters will be added to the Online Library as free downloads. AG is also making a commitment to launch more fiction and non fiction books about topics of racial equality and justice.
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:* Bringing more black voices into their discussions and advice on creation including consultants, influencers, parents, and children.
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:* The planning and release of a new Black Contemporary character (likely a [[Girls of the Year|Girl of the Year]]) and other contemporary characters of color.
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:* The donation of a minimum of $50,000 worth of books to libraries focusing on the stories of [[Kaya]], [[Addy]], [[Josefina]], [[Rebecca]] (who is a character of religious diversity but not of color), [[Nanea]], and [[Melody]].
   
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: [[User:Nethilia|Nethilia]], The Admin, who if you didn't know by now, is Black
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:* ''[[The Lady's Slipper]]'', a [[Melody Ellison]] Mystery
 
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:* ''[[Message in a Bottle]]'', a [[Julie Albright]] Mystery
 
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:* ''[[The Runaway]]'', a [[Maryellen Larkin]] Mystery
  
   
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; June 22, 2020 / Reopened Stores and Create Your Own Delays
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: Three new [[WellieWishers]] books:
 
   
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: The following [[American Girl Place]] stores are currently open: Seattle, Charlotte, Chicago, Columbus, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, Nashville, Orlando, San Fransisco, and Washington D.C.
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:* ''[[The Mystery of Mr. E]]''
  
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:* ''[[The Rainstorm Brainstorm]]''
  
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:* ''[[Camille's Mermaid Tale]]''
  
   
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: Stores may have shorter hours, limited bistros, and limited doll salons. Stores with bistros have switched to disposable menus and have temporarily removed loaner dolls from our cafés and party rooms. Chicago offers curbside pickup (as does New York, though the store itself is not open). At several locations face coverings are required due to local guidelines, and all fitting rooms are closed at this time.
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: Finally, three books that, at present, sound like a potential rerelease of [[Felicity Merriman]]'s Central Series:
 
   
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:* ''[[A Stand for Independence]]'' [https://www.amazon.com/Stand-Independence-Valerie-Tripp/dp/1609588622/]
  
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:* ''[[Love and Loyalty]]'' [https://www.amazon.com/Love-Loyalty-Valerie-Tripp/dp/1609588614/]
  
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:* ''[[Gunpowder and Tea Cakes]]'' [https://www.amazon.com/Gunpowder-Tea-Cakes-Kathleen-Ernst/dp/160958869X/]
  
   
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: Also note that delivery time for [[Create Your Own]] dolls and outfits has been extended to approximately ten weeks from the order date due to the pandemic.
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: As of right now there is very little detail on the last three books, other than two are by Valerie Tripp; however, the titles seem to lean towards a focus on Felicity. ''ETA, 8/27/16: Additional information on the descriptions shows a release date of February 2017 as well as the category of "Colonial", helping this lean towards a rerelease of Felicity's Central Series stories.''
  
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: Remember, we don't do Rumors, so don't cause trouble.
  
   
 
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; August 18, 2016 / Fall 2016 Sneak Preview
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; June 19, 2020 / Buy Two Books, Get One Free
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[[File:WWFall16Preview.jpg|thumb|250px|WellieWishers and More!]]
  
   
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: Starting June 4th and through September 7th, select books are Buy Two Get One Free with code '''BOOK20''' at American Girl stores and online (excluding the [[American Girl Outlet Store]] and Canadian retail outlets). Last Chance items and [[Smart Girl's Guides]] branded kits are excluded from this offer.
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: American Girl has released [https://www.pinterest.com/agofficial/fall-16-sneak-peek/ a sneak preview] of new items that will be coming out August 25th with Melody's official launch.
 
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: Items shown include new outfits for Julie, Maryellen, and Josefina; new BeForever accessories for Maryellen around food; lots of items for both Truly Me and Bitty Baby, including playsets and accessories; and even a new winter set for the WellieWishers.
 
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: As usual, sneaks are not confirmations. We don't tolerate rumors and half facts.
 
   
 
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; June 14, 2020 / American Girl, the Mattel Play Fair Initiative and the Black Lives Matter Movement
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: ETA: American Girl has also put up a preview of several items for Melody's collection, including clothes, furniture, and accessories.
 
   
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: in the wake of the [https://blacklivesmatter.com/ Black Lives Matter] activity in 2020--a international human rights movement founded in 2013 in response to the acquittal of Trayvon Martin's murderer and amplified in 2020 by the death of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer and the following nation- and worldwide protests--Mattel and its subsidiaries have, like many companies and businesses, spoken out about the movement and recognized their shortcomings in representation and black support in the Mattel Play Fair Initiative. This has been specifically noted in relation to American Girl on their [https://www.instagram.com/p/CBWsFiQjOqT/ Instagram account] and [https://www.facebook.com/americangirl/posts/3107881199255019 Facebook account], as well as on the [https://corporate.mattel.com/news/mattels-statement-on-commitment-to-the-black-community corporate site]. Specifics noted across the company:
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; August 6, 2016 / American Girl at Amazon.com
  
   
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* Increasing efforts to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community, focusing on the development and recruitment of Black talent.
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: American Girl is now selling products through [https://www.amazon.com/shops/A2O85F9XYCE5UP?ref_=v_sp_storefront amazon.com]. They have started with bundles for [[Maryellen Larkin]], which became available August 1st.
 
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* Investment in the next generation of the Black community with intention, by providing access and opportunities.
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* Offering products, content and experiences built on the foundation of diversity, ensuring that the stories of the Black community are seen and heard.
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* Mattel is donating $250,000 to NAACP youth programs and going forward will donate proceeds from future product sales and initiatives of at least $250,000 to fund educational programs focused on supporting Black girls.
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* Specific to American Girl, representatives have stated that they will not be retiring the [[Addy Walker (doll)|Addy doll]] nor her [[Addy Mold|mold]], both of which have been lessened in promotions and product in recent years.
   
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:* '''[https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01I0KOMVY?m=A2O85F9XYCE5UP&ref_=v_sp_detail_page Maryellen Doll, Book and Backpack Collection], $164.98:''' [[Maryellen Larkin (doll)|Doll]], ''[[The One and Only]]'', ''[[Taking Off]]'', ''[[The Sky's the Limit: My Journey with Maryellen|The Sky's the Limit]]'', and [[Berry Backpack Doll Carrier]]
  
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; June 13, 2020 / This Week on the American Girl Library - Week Twelve
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:* '''[https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01I0KOJ8A?m=A2O85F9XYCE5UP&ref_=v_sp_detail_page Maryellen Doll and Ice Skating Collection], $209.98:''' Doll, ''The One and Only'', ''Taking Off'', [[Maryellen's Ice Skating Outfit]], [[Maryellen's Ice Skating Accessories]], and [[Mini Dolls|mini doll]]
  
   
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: This week's free books from the [https://www.americangirl.com/explore/articles/onlinelibrary American Girl Online Library] are ''[[Rebecca: The Sound of Applause]]'', the accompanying teacher's guide, and ''[[A Smart Girl's Guide: Knowing What to Say]]''.
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:* '''[https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01I0KOL5Q?m=A2O85F9XYCE5UP&ref_=v_sp_detail_page Maryellen's Sock Hop Collection], $218.97:''' Doll, ''The One and Only'', ''Taking Off'', ''The Sky's the Limit'', [[Scooter (dog)|Scooter the Dog]], [[Maryellen's Poodle Skirt Outfit]], and [[Maryellen's Crinoline]]
  
   
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:* '''[https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01I0KOK8Y?m=A2O85F9XYCE5UP&ref_=v_sp_detail_page Maryellen's Bedtime Collection], $225.99:''' '[[The Finders-Keepers Rule]]'', [[Maryellen's Pajamas]], [[Maryellen's Hairstyling Set]], [[Maryellen's Sofa Bed Set]], and Scooter the Dog. (No doll is included.)
  
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:* '''[https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01I0KOLZ6?m=A2O85F9XYCE5UP&ref_=v_sp_detail_page Maryellen Doll and '50s Fashion Collection], $349.99:''' Doll, ''The One and Only'', [[Maryellen's School Outfit]], [[Maryellen's Play Outfit]], Maryellen's Pajamas, Maryellen's Hairstyling Set, Maryellen's Poodle Skirt Outfit, Maryellen's Ice Skating Outfit, and mini doll
  
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:* '''[https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01IDSY5YW?m=A2O85F9XYCE5UP&ref_=v_sp_detail_page Maryellen's Fabulous '50s Diner Collection], $468.97:''' ''Taking Off'', ''The Sky's the Limit'', ''The Finders-Keepers Rule'', Scooter the Dog, Maryellen's Poodle Skirt Outfit, Maryellen's Crinoline, [[Maryellen's Jukebox]] and [[Maryellen's Diner Set]]. (No doll is included.)
  
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; June 8, 2020 / Changes to the MCM Sale for 2020
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: ''ETA, 8/23/16'': The [[List of Generic American Girl Items#MegaBloks Sets|MegaBloks sets]] are also available.
 
   
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: The Madison Children's Museum has released data via e-mail about the logistics of this year's [[Madison Children's Museum Sale|MCM Sale]], and the changes that are being made due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
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; August 4, 2016 / Gymnastics Bundle and Back-to-School/A+ Sale
 
   
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:* The sale will be online only, as was expected.
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: A bundle for the Truly Me collection has been released, the “Gymnastics Star” Collection. This includes the [[Two-in-One Gymnastics Practice Outfit]], [[Rhythmic Gymnastics Outfit]], and [[Gymnastics Set]] for $115 (from original costs of $149, a savings of $34/22%). Adding any available [[Visual Chart of Truly Me Dolls|Truly Me doll]] increases the cost to $205 (from $264, a savings of $59/22%). These bundles are available until August 8 and have free shipping.
 
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:* Orders can be placed on Saturday, July 25 and Sunday, July 26. This is a change from the original July 11-12 dates, to give time to facilitate the online system.
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:* Access to shopping online will be in the same order and weekend day as ticketed entry times. Quantity limits will be in effect, just as at the physical sale, by ticket. A ticket allows one online purchase of a shopping cart of goods, honoring all quantity limits. A second ticket allows another online purchase, with refreshed quantity limits, and so on.
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:* As with previous sales, on Sunday there will be additional markdowns and limit changes.
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:* All orders will be shipped to the purchaser. Curbside pickup options will not be available. Shipping costs will be calculated during checkout and included in the purchase total at the time of checkout. While MCM is negotiating the best possible deals for shipping, buyers should expect shipping charges similar to standard shipping of items through the post office or UPS store.
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:*MCM has decided that no additional tickets will be offered for this year's benefit sale.
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:* Dolls and Friends Pajama Party kits will be available in limited quantities. Each kit will include a Bitty Baby doll, special craft project supplies, and an invitation to participate in an exclusive online video party in the fall; exact date(s) will be listed.
   
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: Due to the multiple logistic changes, MCM for this year is changing the longstanding refund policy and will offer refunds to current ticket holders. Requests for refunds must be made by the 15th of June. Alternatively--since this is a benefit sale for charity--there will also be an option to donate any unneeded ticket(s) to the cause. People may also transfer their tickets to others.
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: Full information can be read online at [https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/support/american-girl-benefit-sale/ the official website.]
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; August 3, 2016 / AG Rewards Offer for Melody's AG Rewards Collection
  
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[[File:MelodyAGRewardsEmail.jpg|thumb|300px|Melody Preorder for AG Rewards members!]]
  
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: Customers that opted into [[AG Rewards]] before July 27th were, on August 1, offered a preorder to purchase ''Melody's AG Rewards Collection,'', a unique starter collector for [[Melody Ellison]] costing $212. This includes [[Melody Ellison (doll)|the Melody Ellison doll]] along with the following items:
 
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: Items cannot be removed or adjusted online. The order has free shipping; furthermore, American Girl intends to ship orders in order to have the order arrive to purchasers on or before August 18th, a week before Melody's official debut on August 25th. (Purchases are only shipped and cannot be picked up in stores.) This is an offer only available to AG Rewards members that signed up ''before'' July 27th, and is only available through August 8th.
 
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: This does mean that there will be some people who will have Melody and some of her items before the official launch. However, quality doesn't change. Write well-written contributions for new or existing articles, give good detail pictures, and don't try to "first" this.
 
   
 
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; June 6, 2020 / This Week on the American Girl Library - Week Eleven
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; July 28, 2016 / AG Rewards
  
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[[File:AGRewards.png|thumb|200px|Welcome to A*G Rewards!]]
  
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: Several weeks late with the news, but: American Girl has started a rewards program, aptly named [[AG Rewards]], that rewards customers for their purchases with rewards. The program is free to sign up for. At its most basic, every dollar spent (minus taxes and/or shipping) is a point added to the account with a $10 reward coupon issued after 200 points (so $200 of puchases). Other exclusive offers are given as higher levels of points are reached in a year: Silver (0-349); Gold (350-699), and Berry (700+).
  
   
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: The [https://www.americangirl.com/explore/articles/onlinelibrary American Girl Online Library] has extended two additional weeks. This week's free book is ''[[Luciana (book)|Luciana]]''.
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; June 3, 2020 / Two New Books in the Smart Girl's Series
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; July 12, 2016 / GOTY 2017, other book news
  
   
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: Two new books are to be released this fall in the [[Smart Girl's Guides]] series, as spotted on Amazon:
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: Amazon listings for Girl of the Year 2017 have appeared:
  
   
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:* ''[[A Smart Girl's Guide: Making a Difference]]'': focusing on ways to change the world and improve one's society
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:* [https://www.amazon.com/American-Girl-Year-2017-Novel/dp/1338136984/ Book 1]
  
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:* ''[[A Smart Girl's Guide: Crushes]]'': An updated version of ''[[A Smart Girl's Guide to Boys]]'' that will include information on a variety of romantic feelings, rather than only focusing on girls crushing towards boys.
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:* [https://www.amazon.com/American-Girl-Year-2017-Novel/dp/133813700X/ Book 2], scheduled for release in March 2017
  
   
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: The author, Teresa E. Harris, is a woman of color and the books she has written have featured protagonists of color, so there is a possibility GOTY 2017 may be a girl of color.
  
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: There is a trio of books written by Kellen Hertz, who co-authored [[Lea and Camila]] with Lisa Yee:
  
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:* [https://www.amazon.com/American-Girl-Contemporary-MG-Novel/dp/1338117 Contemporary MG Novel 1]
  
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:* [https://www.amazon.com/American-Girl-Contemporary-MG-Novel/dp/1338117564 Contemporary MG Novel 2]
  
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:* [https://www.amazon.com/American-Girl-Contemporary-Character-Journal/dp/1338137042/ Contemporary MG Series 1, Character Journal]
  
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: The only information of note is that these three books appear to be targeting middle grade (ages 8-12) readers and seems to be an original series of contemporary fiction outside the GOTY line.
  
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: It bears repeating: '''this wiki has a zero-tolerance policy on rumors and speculation''', and any form of rumormongering will get you banned.
  
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; July 7, 2016 / American Girl and Scholastic
  
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: [http://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/childrens/childrens-book-news/article/70837-scholastic-partners-with-american-girl.html Publishers Weekly] reports American Girl and Scholastic have formed a partnership to publish both physical books and electronic books based on the BeForever and GOTY lines, starting in January 2017. This includes expanding upon and reissuing books for retired GOTY characters. A new line of historical nonfiction chapter books as well contemporary fiction from the forthcoming American Girl/Scholastic partnership is also in the works.
  
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; July 2, 2016 / New American Girl Boutiques
  
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: A glance through Mattel's Careers section reveals American Girl plans on opening several new Temporary Boutiques this year:
  
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:* Philadelphia, PA ([http://www.simon.com/mall/king-of-prussia King of Prussia Mall])
  
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:* Pittsburgh, PA ([http://www.simon.com/mall/ross-park-mall Ross Park Mall])
  
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:* Novi, MI (AG Detroit, [http://www.shoptwelveoaks.com/ Twelve Oaks Mall])
  
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:* San Antonio, TX ([https://www.theshopsatlacantera.com/en.html The Shops at La Cantera])
  
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:* Portland, OR (No mall or shopping center was named, but a job listing for a [https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGWebHost/jobdetails.aspx?SID=%5e4fp5rPrjqmMyJvDkUrS1pNdcHuuSC4nIdXw7oycR55FrDWylC7WOYIATxp6njkQs&jobId=2494599&type=search&JobReqLang=1&recordstart=1&JobSiteId=5491&JobSiteInfo=2494599_5491&GQId=1155 temporary sales lead] points the possibility AG may be opening a pop-up store at [http://www.shopwashingtonsquare.com/ Washington Square])
  
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; June 23, 2016 / WellieWishers, Truly Me, and Melody
  
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: The [[WellieWishers]] make their debut with their collection. Here is a rundown of what's available:
  
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:* [[Kendall (doll)|Kendall doll]]
  
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:* [[Ashlyn (doll)|Ashlyn doll]]
  
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:* [[Emerson (doll)|Emerson doll]]
  
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:* [[Camille (doll)|Camille doll]]
  
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:* [[Daisy Princess Costume]]
  
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:* [[Showtime Ballet Costume]]
  
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:* [[Little Ladybug Brush]]
  
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:* [[Nature Explorer Set]]
  
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:* [[Ocean Treasures Set]]
  
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:* [[Tea for Two Party Set]]
  
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:* [[Make-It-Great Play Set]]
  
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:* [[WellieWishers Charm Bracelet for Girls]] with various charms available separately
  
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: To promote the line's debut, all WellieWisher items are eligible for free shipping from now until July 31st. Furthermore, purchasing a doll and any small accessory set has a $5 discount, like 18" dolls.
 
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:* [[Three-in-One Ring Set II|Three-in-One Ring Set]]
  
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:* [[Elegant Earrings Set]]
  
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:* [[Butterfly and Gem Bracelet Set]]
  
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:* [[Adventure Sleeping Bag]]
  
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: The [[BeForever]] line got nothing, though [[Melody Ellison|Melody's]] [[Never Stop Singing|second volume]] and [[Music in My Heart: My Journey with Melody|My Journey Book]] is now available, which means you can now get Melody's 3-book set if you held out on the first volume (or trade in the first book against the cost, if you just couldn't wait). The doll and her collection will be released in August this year.
  
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: It also appears that the [[Bitty Twins]] are on their way to [[Retirement|retirement]] as related outfits and accessories are gone and only the dolls remain purchasable at the time of this writing. ETA: It has been confirmed that the Bitty Twins are now retired. Fare thee well, Bitty Twins.
 
   
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; June 2, 2020 / Team USA Gear / Store Reopenings
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: No matter how exciting it is to see new items from American Girl, the rules of the wiki are the same: write well-written contributions for new or existing articles, and if someone comes in and removes or edits your work, don't be a drama queen. We don't tolerate poor writing or behavior, and if something needs to be debated, use that article's talk page.
  
   
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: While the [[Wikipedia:2020_Summer_Olympics#Postponement_of_Tokyo_Olympics_until_summer_2021|2020 Olympics have been postponed]] due to the coronavirus pandemic, [https://www.teamusa.org/ Team USA] is still being promoted. The following is now available:
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:* [[Team USA Medal Ceremony Set]]
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; June 17th, 2016 / Lea Collections and Free Shipping
 
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:* [[Team USA Gymnastics Set]]
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:* [[Team USA Soccer Set]]
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:* [[Team USA Swim Set]]
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:* [[Team USA Beach Volleyball Set]]
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:* [[Team USA Track and Field Set]]
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: These can be purchased by [[AG Rewards]] members only until June 4th, when they will be available to everyone.
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:* Rainforest Collection + DVD: [[Lea's Rainforest Hike Outfit]], [[Lea's Rainforest Hike Accessories]]. $150 with doll (save $41.95); $60 without doll (save $11.95)
  
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: [[American Girl Place]] Houston, Charlotte, and Orlando have reopened with limitations. Learn more at [https://www.americangirl.com/retail/covid-questions Frequently Asked Questions] on the website.
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: There is also free shipping on all items in Lea's collection. This started June 14th and will continue through June 20th; free shipping on the movie is through the end of the year.
 
   
 
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; June 1, 2020 / This Week on the American Girl Library - Week Ten; The Thank You Heroes Scrubs and "Heroes With Heart" Contest
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; June 16th, 2016 / WellieWishers Release Date and Final Character Name Confirmations
  
   
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: This week's free books from the [https://www.americangirl.com/explore/articles/onlinelibrary American Girl Online Library] are ''[[Julie: The Big Break]]'', the accompanying teacher's guide, and ''[[Stand Up for Yourself and Your Friends]]''.
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: American Girl has released [http://www.americangirl.com/shop/welliewishers-from-american-girl a preview] for the WellieWishers line. The launch weekend is June 23-26th at all American Girl stores, and June 23 at the website, giving a short launch time. and included examples include additional outfits, playsets, and girl sized clothing based on the five main characters, including clear wellies (rainboots) and socks.
  
   
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: Starting today, American Girl will be taking preorders for the [[Thank You Heroes Scrubs]], which will be released in August; furthermore, for every outfit sold, American Girl will donate a doll craft activity book (totaling up to $135,000 in retail value), to the [https://1strcf.org/ First Responders Children's Foundation], an organization which benefits the children of first responders and has expanded to include the children of those leading the fight against COVID-19.
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: What does this bode for the release of Melody? So far, it's likely she'll be later this summer. As for the Bitty Twins, no information on their remaining is available at this time. We don't rumor mill, folk.
 
   
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: Starting June 8th, American Girl will launch the "Heroes With Heart" Contest, asking children with the help of their parents to nominate a hero who has made a difference during the pandemic (such as medical professionals, essential retail workers, delivery drivers, etc.) American Girl will select five Grand Prize winners; the nominator will receive a $200 American Girl gift card while the honoree will receive a custom doll and outfit in their likeness. More details will be released on the 8th.
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** [[Kaya'aton'my]]
  
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** [[Molly McIntire]]
 
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** [[Grace Thomas]]
 
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July 1, 2020 / Black Stories for Free by American Girl

American Girl has launched the Commitment to Racial Equality Online Library. The following books and videos are now available for free download and watching:

For Melody Ellison: (Civil Rights, 1964)
For Cécile Rey (with Marie-Grace Gardner): New Orleans, 1853
For Addy Walker: Civil War, 1864
For General:
  • Perspective video with Denise Lewis Patrick
The website states information that Gabriela McBride's first book, Gabriela will later be available.
Nethilia, The Admin
June 29, 2020 / Reclosed Stores
Due to a massive spike in cases in Harris County, American Girl Place Houston is closed again. Other stores may close.
Nethilia, The Admin (wear a mask and show you care)
June 24, 2020 / New Truly Me and Joss Release
New items have released for all the modern lines.
For Joss's Collection:
For Truly Me there are three new dolls--Just Like You 83, Just Like You 84, and Just Like You 85--filling out the remaining numbering gaps. There are also new meet outfits, the Sparkle and Shine Outfit and the Casual and Cool Outfit, with matching accessories. Other items for the line:
For WellieWishers:
For Bitty Baby:
Books:
  • A Smart Girl's Guide: Making a Difference
  • A Smart Girl's Guide: Crushes
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June 23, 2020 / American Girl's Statement of Commitment to Racial Equality
American Girl has made an official statement of Commitment to Racial Equality on their Instagram account, Twitter accountand Facebook page. The company has stated they will accelerate their progress in stories and characters that represent the black community and other communities of color and diversity. Some specifics include:
  • The launch of What It Means to Be an American Girl Today, a series of virtual and in-person discussions about race and diversity. Initial discussion will be led by writers of the Black stories on the line (e.g. Connie Porter, Denise Lewis Patrick) and experts, and help the company listen to the voices of the community.
  • Starting July 1st, all the stories about the Black characters will be added to the Online Library as free downloads. AG is also making a commitment to launch more fiction and non fiction books about topics of racial equality and justice.
  • Bringing more black voices into their discussions and advice on creation including consultants, influencers, parents, and children.
  • The planning and release of a new Black Contemporary character (likely a Girl of the Year) and other contemporary characters of color.
  • The donation of a minimum of $50,000 worth of books to libraries focusing on the stories of Kaya, Addy, Josefina, Rebecca (who is a character of religious diversity but not of color), Nanea, and Melody.
Nethilia, The Admin, who if you didn't know by now, is Black
June 22, 2020 / Reopened Stores and Create Your Own Delays
The following American Girl Place stores are currently open: Seattle, Charlotte, Chicago, Columbus, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, Nashville, Orlando, San Fransisco, and Washington D.C.
Stores may have shorter hours, limited bistros, and limited doll salons. Stores with bistros have switched to disposable menus and have temporarily removed loaner dolls from our cafés and party rooms. Chicago offers curbside pickup (as does New York, though the store itself is not open). At several locations face coverings are required due to local guidelines, and all fitting rooms are closed at this time.
Please check American Girl's FAQ for all regulations, and continue to practice safe social distancing.
Also note that delivery time for Create Your Own dolls and outfits has been extended to approximately ten weeks from the order date due to the pandemic.
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June 19, 2020 / Buy Two Books, Get One Free
Starting June 4th and through September 7th, select books are Buy Two Get One Free with code BOOK20 at American Girl stores and online (excluding the American Girl Outlet Store and Canadian retail outlets). Last Chance items and Smart Girl's Guides branded kits are excluded from this offer.
Nethilia, The Admin
June 14, 2020 / American Girl, the Mattel Play Fair Initiative and the Black Lives Matter Movement
in the wake of the Black Lives Matter activity in 2020--a international human rights movement founded in 2013 in response to the acquittal of Trayvon Martin's murderer and amplified in 2020 by the death of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer and the following nation- and worldwide protests--Mattel and its subsidiaries have, like many companies and businesses, spoken out about the movement and recognized their shortcomings in representation and black support in the Mattel Play Fair Initiative. This has been specifically noted in relation to American Girl on their Instagram account and Facebook account, as well as on the corporate site. Specifics noted across the company:
  • Increasing efforts to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community, focusing on the development and recruitment of Black talent.
  • Investment in the next generation of the Black community with intention, by providing access and opportunities.
  • Offering products, content and experiences built on the foundation of diversity, ensuring that the stories of the Black community are seen and heard.
  • Mattel is donating $250,000 to NAACP youth programs and going forward will donate proceeds from future product sales and initiatives of at least $250,000 to fund educational programs focused on supporting Black girls.
  • Specific to American Girl, representatives have stated that they will not be retiring the Addy doll nor her mold, both of which have been lessened in promotions and product in recent years.
Nethilia, The Admin
June 13, 2020 / This Week on the American Girl Library - Week Twelve
This week's free books from the American Girl Online Library are Rebecca: The Sound of Applause, the accompanying teacher's guide, and A Smart Girl's Guide: Knowing What to Say.
As American Girl has stated they would do twelve total weeks, it is unknown if more books will be available after this week.
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June 8, 2020 / Changes to the MCM Sale for 2020
The Madison Children's Museum has released data via e-mail about the logistics of this year's MCM Sale, and the changes that are being made due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
  • The sale will be online only, as was expected.
  • Orders can be placed on Saturday, July 25 and Sunday, July 26. This is a change from the original July 11-12 dates, to give time to facilitate the online system.
  • Access to shopping online will be in the same order and weekend day as ticketed entry times. Quantity limits will be in effect, just as at the physical sale, by ticket. A ticket allows one online purchase of a shopping cart of goods, honoring all quantity limits. A second ticket allows another online purchase, with refreshed quantity limits, and so on.
  • As with previous sales, on Sunday there will be additional markdowns and limit changes.
  • All orders will be shipped to the purchaser. Curbside pickup options will not be available. Shipping costs will be calculated during checkout and included in the purchase total at the time of checkout. While MCM is negotiating the best possible deals for shipping, buyers should expect shipping charges similar to standard shipping of items through the post office or UPS store.
  • MCM has decided that no additional tickets will be offered for this year's benefit sale.
  • Dolls and Friends Pajama Party kits will be available in limited quantities. Each kit will include a Bitty Baby doll, special craft project supplies, and an invitation to participate in an exclusive online video party in the fall; exact date(s) will be listed.
Due to the multiple logistic changes, MCM for this year is changing the longstanding refund policy and will offer refunds to current ticket holders. Requests for refunds must be made by the 15th of June. Alternatively--since this is a benefit sale for charity--there will also be an option to donate any unneeded ticket(s) to the cause. People may also transfer their tickets to others.
Full information can be read online at the official website.
Nethilia, The Admin
June 6, 2020 / This Week on the American Girl Library - Week Eleven
The American Girl Online Library has extended two additional weeks. This week's free book is Luciana.
Nethilia, The Admin
June 3, 2020 / Two New Books in the Smart Girl's Series
Two new books are to be released this fall in the Smart Girl's Guides series, as spotted on Amazon:
  • A Smart Girl's Guide: Making a Difference: focusing on ways to change the world and improve one's society
  • A Smart Girl's Guide: Crushes: An updated version of A Smart Girl's Guide to Boys that will include information on a variety of romantic feelings, rather than only focusing on girls crushing towards boys.
Nethilia, The Admin
June 2, 2020 / Team USA Gear / Store Reopenings
While the 2020 Olympics have been postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic, Team USA is still being promoted. The following is now available:
These can be purchased by AG Rewards members only until June 4th, when they will be available to everyone.
American Girl Place Houston, Charlotte, and Orlando have reopened with limitations. Learn more at Frequently Asked Questions on the website.
Nethilia, The Admin
June 1, 2020 / This Week on the American Girl Library - Week Ten; The Thank You Heroes Scrubs and "Heroes With Heart" Contest
This week's free books from the American Girl Online Library are Julie: The Big Break, the accompanying teacher's guide, and Stand Up for Yourself and Your Friends.
Starting today, American Girl will be taking preorders for the Thank You Heroes Scrubs, which will be released in August; furthermore, for every outfit sold, American Girl will donate a doll craft activity book (totaling up to $135,000 in retail value), to the First Responders Children's Foundation, an organization which benefits the children of first responders and has expanded to include the children of those leading the fight against COVID-19.
Starting June 8th, American Girl will launch the "Heroes With Heart" Contest, asking children with the help of their parents to nominate a hero who has made a difference during the pandemic (such as medical professionals, essential retail workers, delivery drivers, etc.) American Girl will select five Grand Prize winners; the nominator will receive a $200 American Girl gift card while the honoree will receive a custom doll and outfit in their likeness. More details will be released on the 8th.
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