Diversity In Dolls

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Diversity in dolls is very important because it can show little kids more options in different things like culture. Dolls such as “Barbie” are usually only found in one appearance but MATTEL says they are going to change that.
First of all, diversity in dolls will be be very important to children in many different ways. Diversity in dolls can help kids want to learn more about different cultures such as the Hispanic culture. It can also help them be more open to other people that have different skin colors or just look different in general. When I say be more open to others I mean start being their friend or just being nice to them. Text evidence to support that diversity in dolls is good is when the text states “she asked why her doll did

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