girls need great role models. boys need great role models. this scientist barbie is exactly that. smart is in!
this barbie is not only intelligent, but beautiful, too. she has medium-toned caucasian or latina skin, bright reddish-brown, thick hair, and hazel eyes. she is wearing a long, white lab coat and clear safety goggles, a lavender polka-dot dress, pink necklace, and pink flats. she comes with a beaker like the ones used in lab experiments. the beaker is fastened to the top right of the box.
if you know and love a child who loves school, loves learning, loves science, and loves playing with barbies, this extra-special barbie makes a great gift choice for birthday or holiday or preschool/elementary graduation. pair her with a book of experiments-to-do-at-home, a science kit, or science-themed poster.
you can't find this barbie in most stores. she is typically a special order.
ways you can fold scientist barbie into your homeschooling curriculum:
- scientists study many different topics. what are some types of scientists? where might they work?
- what are the different kinds of science that a student might study? look up a college website. research what kinds of science majors and minors are available. look for different course names.
- why does a scientist wear safety goggles?
- pretend a glass measuring cup is your beaker. see the measurements marked on the side? practice measuring different amounts of water.
- why are scientists important?
- teachers and professors teach many kinds of science classes. look up your local community college's course list. which ones would you like to take? why?
- at the library, look at the section of science-related books. write down your favorite ones.
- set up a pretend science lab. what items around the house can become part of your lab?
- make a scavenger hunt list of science/nature items. give your child a magnifying glass. time for some fun!
which little scientist is the perfect lab partner for this scientist barbie?
for ages 3+
by mattel, part of the "you can be anything" special collection
note: barbie's accessories, such as her goggles and beaker, are toys and not actual safety or science items
brand-new, in the box
