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Top 6 Dolls for Older Elementary Kids

by Kimberly L. Keith
for About.com

Older girls love dolls that come with lots of accessories. Collectible dolls are always a special holiday gift.

1. American Girl

My daughter and her friends love everything from American Girl. The American Girls collection consists of historical dolls with storybooks and play gear. We love this years '60s' American Girl, Julie. American Girls of Today are customizable dolls with cool clothing. Both are winners with their fabulous accessories.

2. Fashion Fever Barbie

The coolest Barbie ever. Your fashion-savvy older child will love her. Hard to find.

3. Karito Kids

Darling collectible play dolls are girls from countries around the world The doll sets include books about the doll. This is a 21" doll, clothes are not compatible with American Girl. Top award-winning in 2007.

4. Groovy Girls

This is a fabric doll with lots of clothes and accessories. Oppenheim Toy Portfolio 2002 Platinum Award, Parent's Choice Spring 2001 Recommended. Still a favorite!
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5. My Twinn

Order this customized doll to look like your child. You can even get them matching clothes. A big hit in our town. The only drawback - because they are 23" dolls they cannot wear the widely-available 18" doll clothes.

6. My Scene Barbie

Barbie goes modern with the My Scene line, perfect for today's girls.
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