autistic barbie

Barbie releases first autistic doll as Mattel expands inclusion. Barbie is launching its first autistic doll, developed with autistic advocates and designed to reflect sensory and communication differences.

Kass Marie Body: The autistic Barbie doll features elbow and wrist articulation, enabling stimming, hand flapping, and other hand gestures that some members of the autistic community use to process sensory information or express excitement.Eye Gaze: The doll is designed with an eye gaze shifted slightly to the side, …

On April 25, 2023, Barbie® introduced its first doll with Down syndrome, a step to further increasing disability representation in the toy aisle.

Special 2000 Edition Celebration Barbie (2000): Known for her shiny, gold ball gown and layered gold and silver skirt with small stars and snowflakes, the 2000 release is valued at $1,051.