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; July 1, 2020 / Black Stories for Free by American Girl
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; October 17th, 2017 / American Girl and Costco, 2017
 
   
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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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: More Costco-style bundles have been confirmed for the holiday season through Costco (and possibly other large-warehouse style stores).
 
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[[File:KitAtCostco.jpg|thumb|300px|The Kit Bundle at Costco.]]
  
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:* Kit Bundle: A unique [[Kit Kittredge]] bundle: [[Kit Kittredge (doll)|the doll]], ''[[Read All About It!]]'', [[Kit_Kittredge_(doll)#Hat_2|meet hat]], a modified red sweater from [[Kit's Photographer Outfit]], [[Kit's Reporter Dress (BeForever)|Kit's Reporter Dress]], and [[Kit's Reporter Accessories]] (minus photographs) for ''$129.99''.
  
   
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: For [[Melody Ellison]]: (Civil Rights, 1964)
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:* Truly Me Desk and School Set: [[Kitten Sweater]], [[Playful Print Skirt]], unique plastic headband, unique blue flats, unique denim backpack, unique version of the [[Flip-Top Desk]] (with chair), folder, two pencils, three sheets of lined notebook paper, two sheets of graph paper, protractor, two calendars, and times-tables sheet for ''$69.99''.
 
   
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:* ''[[Melody: No Ordinary Sound]]''
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:* Pet Sets: These three sets include a pet (the new Scottie Dog and rereleases of the (Preppy) Sheepdog and Gray Cat/Preppy Kitten). Each comes with the ''Friends Forever'' themed pet book, a collar, toy, and stickers and retails for ''$29.99''.
  
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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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:* [[WellieWishers]] Doll Bundles: Each comes with a doll, unique version of the [[Dress-Up Trunk (WellieWishers)|Dress-Up Trunk]], and set accessories for ''$74.99'':
  
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::* [[Camille (doll)|Camille]] comes with a blue sea-theme trunk with matching stickers, the seashell crown and seaweed skirt, and a seashell accessory;
  
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::* [[Ashlyn (doll)|Ashlyn]] comes with a purple butterfly-theme trunk with matching stickers, the butterfly wings and headband, and flower-wand;
  
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::* [[Willa (doll)|Willa]] comes with a red wildlife-theme trunk with matching stickers, the owl mask and wing cape, and rose scepter;
 
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::: Each includes the same style tulle skirt.
 
   
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:* ''[[Meet Marie-Grace]]''
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:* WellieWishers Book Bundles: Each bundle includes three of the WellieWishers books and a unique-styled purse for ''$29.99'':
  
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:* ''[[Meet Cécile]]''
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::* ''[[Ashlyn's Unsurprise Party]]'', ''[[The Rainstorm Brainstorm]]'', and ''[[The Mystery of Mr. E]]'' with a yellow and green owl purse
 
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:* ''[[Marie-Grace and the Orphans]]''
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::* ''[[The Riddle of the Robin]]'', ''[[The Muddily-Puddily Show]]'', and ''[[Camille's Mermaid Tale]]'' with a pink fox purse
 
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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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:* [[BeForever]] Book + Mini Doll sets: All three books, the [[Mini Dolls|Mini doll]], a unique stand, and a patterned bookmark for ''$39.99.'' These now include bundles with [[Nanea Mitchell]].
 
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:* ''[[Addy: Finding Freedom]]''
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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.
   
 
: [[User:Nethilia|Nethilia]], The Admin
  
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; June 29, 2020 / Reclosed Stores
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; October 3rd, 2017 / WellieWishers and Tenney-Themed Clothes at Kohl's; Costco Bundles
 
   
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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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:* American Girl continues its partnership with Kohl's stores; specifically, selling items in [[Tenney's Collection]] (as well as Tenney and Logan dolls), [[WellieWishers]] (including dolls), some [[Truly Me]] outfits, and some books and [[MegaConstrux]] sets. Kohl's-only matching pajama sets for children have been made available in recent weeks: two styles of legging-and-tee sets, two styles of pajamas, three sets of gowns, and two styles of robes. These each come with matching 18" size doll pajamas.
  
   
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: [[User:Nethilia|Nethilia]], The Admin (wear a mask and show you care)
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:: Also available only at Kohl's are some WellieWishers outfits: two sets of pajamas (names to be confirmed) and the [[Sparkling Snowflakes Outfit]].
 
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; June 24, 2020 / New Truly Me and Joss Release
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:* With the approach of the holiday season, Costco has released some bundles: along with last year's [[Sleepover Set]], they have released a [[Salon and Spa Set]] for $39.99. Other bundles have not been confirmed.
  
   
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: New items have released for all the modern lines.
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: For [[Joss's Collection]]:
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; September 5th, 2017 / Molly BeForever Volumes, Historical Mystery Books, and More Books Found; Plus, A Warning Against Vanity Articles
 
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:* [[Joss's Beach Jumper]]
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:* [[Joss's Beach Grill Set]]
   
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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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: Recent finds on Amazon.com reveal three new volumes for [[Molly McIntire]], in the same vein as the remade books for Felicity and all other [[BeForever]] characters:
  
   
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:* [[Explore the Parks Outfit]]
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:* ''[[A Winning Spirit]]'' (Vol 1)
  
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:* [[Student Council Election Outfit]]
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:* ''[[Stars, Stripes and Surprises]]'' (Vol 2)
  
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:* [[Star Baker Apron]]
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:* ''[[Chances and Changes: My Journey with Molly]]''
  
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:* [[Be Creative Outfit]]
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:* [[Make Some Music Outfit]]
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:* [[Let's Sleep Over Pajamas]]
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:* [[Explore the Parks Accessories]]
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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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: For [[WellieWishers]]:
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: The books are due for a release in February 2018. While this, like Felicity, is a portent of a potential rerelease of the Molly doll and her inclusion in BeForever, we don't want to speculate before any official announcements.
 
   
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:* [[Colorful ABCs Outfit]]
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: Other [[Historical Character Mysteries]] and titles coming out include:
 
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:* [[Smart as a Fox School Outfit]]
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:* [[Starry Sky Pajamas]]
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:* [[Ready to Learn Backpack and Lunch Set]]
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:* [[Ready to Learn Desk Set]]
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:* [[Ready to Learn Garden School Set]]
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:* [[Stargazing Garden Tent Set]]
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:* [[Stargazing Sleeping Bag]]
   
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: For [[Bitty Baby]]:
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:* ''[[The Showstopper]]'' for [[Rebecca Rubin]]
  
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:* ''[[The Legend of the Shark Goddess]] for [[Nanea Mitchell]] (her first!)
  
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:* ''[[Menace at Mammoth Cave]]'' for [[Kit Kittredge]]
  
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:* ''A Girl Named Misty: The True Story of Misty Copeland '' [https://www.amazon.com/Girl-Named-Misty-Copeland-American/dp/1338193058/r]
  
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:* ''Jasmine's Big Idea'' (Forever Friends #1) [https://www.amazon.com/Jasmines-Big-Idea-American-Girl/dp/1338114913/]
  
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:* ''Madison's New Buddy'' (Forever Friends #2) [https://www.amazon.com/Madisons-New-Buddy-American-Girl/dp/133811493X/r]
  
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:* ''Zoe On the Air'' (Like Sisters #3) [https://www.amazon.com/Zoe-Air-American-Girl-Sisters/dp/1338115049/]
  
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:* ''American Girl: Around the World Cookbook''
  
   
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:* [[Zoo Birthday Outfit]]
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: As books are released and series are connected and more is revealed, we will give more information.
 
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:* [[Tea Party Outfit]]
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:* [[Bitty's Lion Friend]]
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:* [[Bitty's Tea Party Set]]
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:* [[Bitty's Bottle Warmer Set]]
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:* [[Convertible High Chair and Play Table]]
   
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: Books:
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: '''Administration Note:''' "Vanity Articles"are now a legitimate reason for a page or file to be removed and/or users to be blocked for a length of time. Remember that this wiki is not about anyone's personal relations to a character, their resemblance to any dolls, or any personal characters created.
 
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:* ''[[A Smart Girl's Guide: Making a Difference]]''
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:* ''[[A Smart Girl's Guide: Crushes]]''
   
 
: [[User:Nethilia|Nethilia]], The Admin
  
: [[User:Nethilia|Nethilia]], The Admin
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; June 23, 2020 / American Girl's Statement of Commitment to Racial Equality
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; August 21, 2017 / Nanea's Release!
  
   
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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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: [[Nanea Mitchell]] is officially out today! Along with [[Nanea Mitchell (doll)|the doll]], the [[Nanea's Collection|collection]] includes:
 
   
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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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:* [[Nanea's Tropical PJs]]
  
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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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:* [[Nanea's Hula Outfit]]
  
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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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:* [[Nanea's Island Swimsuit]]
  
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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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:* [[Nanea's Holoku Dress]]
  
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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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:* [[Nanea's School Outfit]]
  
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:* [[Nanea's Accessories]]
  
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:* [[Mele (Dog)|Nanea's Dog, Mele]]
  
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:* [[Nanea's Hula Implements]]
  
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:* [[Nanea's School Lunch]]
  
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:* [[Nanea's Island Fishing Set]]
  
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:* [[Nanea's Pet Set]]
  
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:* [[Nanea's Bed and Hawaiian Quilt]]
  
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:* [[Nanea's Family Market]]
  
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:* ''[[Growing Up with Aloha]]''
  
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:* ''[[Hula for the Home Front]]''
  
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:* ''[[Prints in the Sand: My Journey with Nanea]]''
  
   
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: [[User:Nethilia|Nethilia]], The Admin, who if you didn't know by now, is Black
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: American Girl is also partnering with the Red Cross to accept donations. Release activities will be available at several [[American Girl Place]] locations starting August 25th and over the weekend.
 
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; June 22, 2020 / Reopened Stores and Create Your Own Delays
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: The other [[BeForever]] characters were not left out either:
  
   
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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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:* [[Kaya's Trading Outfit]]
  
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:* [[Kaya's Trading Accessories]]
  
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:* [[Beaver]]
  
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:* [[Kit's Christmas Outfit]]
  
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:* [[Kit's Christmas Stocking]]
  
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:* [[Maryellen's Rockin' Roller Skating Outfit]]
  
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:* [[Maryellen's Roller Skating Accessories]]
  
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:* [[Melody's Birthday Outfit]]
  
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:* [[Melody's Birthday Party Accessories]]
  
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:* [[Rebecca's Winter Jacket]]
  
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:* [[Julie's Pet Bunny]] (revision)
 
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:* [[Sunny Striped Tee]]
  
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:* [[Flower Shorts]]
  
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:* [[Deer Print Dress]]
  
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:* [[Warm and Fuzzy Vest]]
  
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:* [[Nifty Striped Tee]]
  
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:* [[Pink Polka Dot Skirt]]
  
   
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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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: In the wake of Nanea's release, the collections of [[Addy Walker]] and [[Samantha Parkington]] have, like [[Felicity Merriman]], become available only at flagship stores and online, rather than retired.
 
   
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: Please check [https://www.americangirl.com/retail/covid-questions American Girl's FAQ] for all regulations, and continue to practice safe social distancing.
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:Every line received something in this release.
 
   
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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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: New things released for [[Gabriela's Collection]]:
  
   
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:* [[Gabriela's Celebration Dress]]
  
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:* [[Gabriela's Colorful Cupcake Set]]
  
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:* ''[[Gabriela: Time for Change]]''
  
   
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; June 19, 2020 / Buy Two Books, Get One Free
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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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:* [[Z's Rainy Day Outfit]]
  
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:* [[Popcorn's Rainy Day Outfit]]
  
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:* [[Z's Media Kit]]
  
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:* ''[[Z On Location]]''
  
   
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: [[User:Nethilia|Nethilia]], The Admin
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; June 14, 2020 / American Girl, the Mattel Play Fair Initiative and the Black Lives Matter Movement
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:* ''[[Tenney: A Song for the Season]]''
  
   
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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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* 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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:* [[Festive Reindeer PJs (TM)|Festive Reindeer PJs]]
  
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* Investment in the next generation of the Black community with intention, by providing access and opportunities.
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:* [[Fancy Holiday Dress]]
  
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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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:* [[Celebration Dress]]
  
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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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:* [[Western Chambray Outfit]]
  
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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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:* [[Sequin Penguin Outfit]]
  
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:* [[Star of the Slopes Outfit]]
  
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:* [[Winter Sightseeing Outfit]]
  
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:* [[Sledding Adventures Accessory]]
  
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:* [[Snowboard and Helmet]]
  
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:* [[Holiday Reindeer]]
  
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:* [[Western Hat II]]
  
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:* [[Riding Helmet]]
  
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:* [[Western Horse II]]
  
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:* [[American Girl Stable]]
  
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:* [[Horse Care Accessories]]
  
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:* [[Table and Chairs Set]]
  
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:* [[Pie Baking Set]]
  
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:* [[Nail Polish and Manicure Set]]
  
   
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: [[User:Nethilia|Nethilia]], The Admin
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; June 13, 2020 / This Week on the American Girl Library - Week Twelve
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:* [[Casually Cozy Outfit]]
  
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:* [[Make Tracks Sled and Snowshoes]]
  
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:* [[Cozy Up Cocoa Stand]]
  
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:* [[WellieWishers Warmers]]
  
   
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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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: 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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:* [[Colorful Dots Outfit]] (new meet outfit)
  
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:* [[Stripes and Ruffles Sleeper]] (new meet outfit)
  
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:* [[Playful Floral Sleeper]] (new meet outfit)
  
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:* [[Polka Dot Holiday Dress]]
  
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:* [[Festive Reindeer PJs (Bitty Baby)|Festive Reindeer PJs]]
  
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:* [[Winter Snowflake Sweater and Bodysuit]]
  
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:* [[Cozy Striped Blanket]]
  
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:* [[Playful Floral Blanket]]
  
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:* [[Colorful Dots Blanket]]
  
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:* [[Bitty's Rocking Cradle II]]
  
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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
Nethilia, The Admin
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.
Nethilia, The Admin
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.
Nethilia, The Admin
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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