Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will learn about the history of Barbie, design your own Barbie outfit, and create a mini fashion show with your Barbie dolls.
Materials and Prep
- Barbie dolls
- Coloring materials
- Scissors
- Glue
- Old fabric or paper for outfit making
No prior knowledge needed, just bring your creativity!
Activities
- Create a timeline of Barbie's history. You can draw pictures or write key events on paper.
- Design your own Barbie outfit using the materials provided. Be as creative as you want!
- Host a mini fashion show with your Barbie dolls. Walk them down the runway and describe their outfits.
Talking Points
- Barbie was created by Ruth Handler in 1959. She wanted a doll that represented adult women and inspired girls to dream big.
- "Barbie has had over 200 careers! She can be anything she wants to be, just like you can be anything you want to be."
- Barbie's full name is Barbara Millicent Roberts. She has a sister named Skipper and a boyfriend named Ken.
- "Barbie's first outfit was a black and white swimsuit. Imagine how different fashion was back then compared to now!"
- Barbie has been in movies, TV shows, and even video games. She is a true pop culture icon loved by many children around the world.
- "Barbie teaches us to be confident and embrace our individuality. What makes you unique, just like Barbie?"