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Item Description

American Girl Doll's mission is to fuel belonging and connection among girls.

Since the first catalogue debuted in 1986, American Girl has ignited the strength inherent in all girls by developing products and experiences that help them reach their full potential. Through inspiring dolls, books, and crafts that spark a girl’s imagination and creativity, to products and advice that give her the confidence to be her best self, American Girl has earned the loyalty of millions of girls and the praise and trust of parents and educators.

Optimistic Melody Ellison has deep-brown eyes that open and close, and thick black hair. She comes in an authentic 1964 outfit: 

• A bright blue-and-green houndstooth A-line dress with a blue cowl collar, a blue bow on the chest, and blue bows on the side pleats
• A blue ribbon headband with a bow for her hair
• Underwear
• Socks
• Shiny blue patent shoes with bows on the toes

The 18" Melody doll has a huggable cloth body, and her movable head and limbs are made of smooth vinyl. Includes the paperback book Be Forever:

Melody is an optimistic, enthusiastic girl growing up in Detroit, Michigan during the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. She is excited and proud to share a special surprise with her family: she's been chosen to sing a solo for Youth Day at her church! But what song will she choose? She gets advice from her big brother, and is also inspired by her older sister, but it's the inspirational words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. that help her pick the perfect song. There are many unfair things happening during Melody's time, even to people in her own family. But it's an unimaginable tragedy in the South that leaves Melody silent. Who can help her lift her voice and sing, who will inspire her to "keep stepping"? No Ordinary Sound , is the first volume of Melody's stories about growing up in the 1960's, shows how people can come together to create social change.

"Fairness and equality for all people sound like music to my ears. More than ever, I need to lend my support at home, at church, and around my neighborhood. It’ll take courage, but adding my voice to others can really make a difference." 

Item Special Note

This auction is specifically for the Melody Ellison doll and book pictured.

No exchanges.

Available FOR PICK UP ONLY.