Post by barcelonagirl on Dec 10, 2016 19:35:19 GMT -5
I bought my kid to a birthday party for twins today. The twins are Caucasian. My son told me that Z liked Star Wars and gave me a wtf look when I asked him what E (the girl twin) wanted lol
So I got the boy the Finn character from Star Wars. And the girl a black barbie which with posable arms and legs.
And I smiled. I think I'm going this route for all birthdays from now on!
Post by DesertMoon on Dec 10, 2016 20:08:29 GMT -5
Ive bought black barbies for gifts. I always only buy the barbie with the best outfit, one time a lady did ask for the recipt. Her daughter liked it though and im like you said she loves barbies so i didnt really save the recipt, is it damaged? Shes like no..but why a black doll?
Post by dr.girlfriend on Dec 13, 2016 9:38:32 GMT -5
I've given that set of Jaden Toissant books someone on here recommended to me to at least five different kids of all colors. :-) I also donated a set to DS's classroom. I have to follow up on whether I can donate to the two other 2nd grade classrooms as well.
Ive bought black barbies for gifts. I always only buy the barbie with the best outfit, one time a lady did ask for the recipt. Her daughter liked it though and im like you said she loves barbies so i didnt really save the recipt, is it damaged? Shes like no..but why a black doll?
Post by newnamesameperson on Dec 16, 2016 22:56:35 GMT -5
I ALWAYS buy the brown Barbie, although I have some issues with her.... I mean why don't they have other options, hair types, eyes, and other facial features but there's no need to answer.
I buy books with kids of color. If people don't like it then their loss.