Examines how the Barbie doll became the icon that she is and the impact she has had on our culture through passionate anecdotes and memories from a range of girls and women.

A legendary fashion designer for Barbie shares the story of her adventures working behind-the-scenes at Mattel, and spotlights the creations that transformed the world's most famous doll into a style icon in this beautifully designed book-published in commemoration of Barbie's sixtieth anniversary-illustrated with 100 full-color photographs, including many never-before-seen images of rare and one-of-a-kind pieces from the author's private archive....

When the kingdom of the crystal fairies is faced with a terrible threat, Mariposa, the ambassdor to Shimmervale, must rely on the shy Princess Catania to save the kingdom.

"Engaging images accompany information about Barbie. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--

"Barbie discovers that there are fairies living all around us! But when Ken gets kidnapped by an evil fairy, Barbie and her friends must travel to the enchanted fairy world and save him"--Publisher.

A cultural critic and investigative journalist uncovers the full history of the Barbie doll, from her introduction in 1959 through countless transformations, makeovers and career changes to its emergence as an international pop culture icon.

A beautifully illustrated picture book about Barbie--the most famous doll in the world--and her visionary creator, Ruth Handler. After noticing how her daughter played with "grown-up" paper dolls, Ruth Handler wanted to create a doll that would inspire little girls to use their huge imaginations and big dreams about their futures. While others told her it wasn't possible, Ruth Handler proved them all wrong by creating the most famous doll ever. This...

The latest career-themed reader based on the Barbie Dreamhouse Adventures series depicts a concert by a favorite pop star who teaches Barbie and her friend Daisy about writing music, playing instruments, and singing in harmony.

"Barbie and Princess Amelia trade places. Can Barbie save the princess when she disappears?"--Back cover.