Little girls ages 3-7 who love Barbie and horses will love this activity book that features a plastic stencil and two pages of cardstock stencils!

Nominated for a record-breaking 18 Critics Choice Awards and 9 Golden Globes, with nominations for Best Picture, Best Director and Best Original Screenplay. She's everything. He's just Ken. The exclusive screenplay of the film phenomenon by Greta Gerwig & Noah Baumbach. *Featuring an exclusive introduction by Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach and 8 pages of full-colour photos from the film* 'Greta Gerwig's bold and inventive Barbie breaks the mold.' BBC Culture 'A near-miraculous achievement.' Independent 'Brilliant, beautiful, and fun as hell.' The New Yorker For the first time, the BARBIE screenplay is now available in print. Anarchically hilarious and unexpectedly emotional, BARBIE is a magical cinematic confection of absurdity, heart, and Technicolor musicals. Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach have created a deeply personal and idiosyncratic film from the polarizing icon that is the Barbie doll. The movie celebrates the perfection of imperfection, and affirms that everyone, even Allan, is Kenough. BARBIE TM and associated trademarks and trade dress are owned by, and used under license from, Mattel. ©2023 Mattel.

In short: A six-year-old girl named Lily lived in the busy town of Glamour Ville. She was crazy about fashion, which showed in her huge heart. Lily would run from school to her bedroom every day, where her most-loved things were kept: her Barbie toys. These weren't any dolls; they were Barbies, the fashion icons whose beautiful style and ease had inspired generations. For as long as Lily could remember, she had been collecting Barbies, each one had its own story and outfit. Lily's grandmother, Grandma Rose, walked into her room one fateful afternoon. In her own time, Grandma Rose was known for having great style. She had a special treat in store for Lily. She showed her that Barbie was more than just a toy; she was a style icon. Lily was interested and asked Grandma Rose to explain. Grandma Rose then told the story of Barbie's interesting life, including how Ruth Handler made her and how her goal is to encourage girls to dream big and believe in themselves. Lily was very open to new ideas, and Barbie's reputation as a leader who sparked new careers and fashions around the world had a big effect on her. It got Lily's attention, and she wanted to know more about what Barbie wore. Grandma Rose painted a lively picture of Barbie's wide range of clothes, which included everything from fancy ball gowns to useful business clothes. Barbie had turned into a pilot, a doctor, a scientist, and many other things, showing girls that they could do anything they set their minds to. Lily was very interested in the idea of becoming a fashion star like Barbie. Her grandmother praised her and told her that playing with Barbie dolls and putting on fashion shows in her bedroom were the start of her own fashion business. Lily set out to make her Barbie dolls into the most stylish and powerful fashion stars in Glamour Ville, driven by her newfound desire to succeed. She learned about great designers and fashion history, and then she started making tiny couture clothes for her toys. With a sewing machine, model, and sketches of her newest designs on the walls, her bedroom was turned into a busy fashion studio. People noticed Lily's drive and skill. She was asked to show off her designs for Barbie dolls at Glamourville's Annual Fashion Gala. This was a big deal for her folks. Lily's Barbie dolls walked the stage at the Fashion Gala, and the crowd was amazed by how creative and different they looked. Lily stood at her display and was moved to tears by the cheers and praise. Fashion designers, the media, and famous people praised her, amazed by her skills and determination. Lily's love of fashion grew over the years, and she finally went to design school and became a famous fashion designer in Glamour Ville. Her beloved Barbie dolls had always given her ideas, and she thought that her success was due to the lessons she had learned from Grandma Rose and her dolls. One day, Lily got a special letter inviting her to the Barbie Fashion Institute. There, she would work with the real Barbie on a fashion line. When Lily worked with Barbie to make a line that combined Barbie's classic style with Lily's modern designs, she reached her goal in full circle. The selection was a big deal all over the world, giving young girls and fashion fans ideas. Lily's experience made her want to help young designers-to-be. She does this by showing them how important it is to be inspired, believe in themselves, and remember that goals can come from strange places, like favorite childhood toys like Barbie. Lily carried on Barbie's tradition as a fashion icon. She is a symbol of how icons last, how powerful dreams can be, and how young girls can be anything they want to be. Story Starts Hear: A long time ago, there was a girl named Lily who lived in the busy town of Glamour Ville. She loved clothes so much that they were bigger than her heart. She rushed home from school every day, took off her shoes, and went straight to her room, where she kept her most valuable things: her Barbie toys. Lily's room was a beautiful place where she could be creative. When you walked in, there would be a crazy mix of colors, textures, and small mannequins. The number of Barbie dolls she had was truly amazing. They were carefully arranged on the shelves, and each one had its own clothes, decorations, and personality. These dolls were more than just toys; they were her friends, confidantes, and creative guides. Her grandma, Grandma Rose, who used to be very into fashion, sparked her interest in it. Lily thought Grandma Rose's stories about how beautiful she was as a child and how perfect her style was were like fairy tales. She would be amazed as her grandmother talked about her life in fashion, from going to galas with famous people to making her own clothes. Lily's soft heart was stirred by those events to want to do more. Once the sun went down, Lily's room turned into a busy fashion studio, and a warm glow spread through Glamour Ville. A small sewing machine was sitting on a table with bright thread spools all around it. The newest work in progress was proudly shown off on a small doll. Lily's design ideas were drawn on the walls, making her dreams come true. Lily first tried her hand at fashion by drawing on her Barbie dolls. She would spend hours carefully making them high-end clothes. Her skilled fingers sewed tiny seams and added tiny buttons and lace trim, making her dream come true. Every outfit she wore was a work of art that was based on different styles she saw in fashion magazines and books. But it wasn't just the clothes. Lily named each Barbie doll after a different person. Lily made a stylish spacesuit by hand for one of the dolls and turned it into a brave astronaut. Someone else wore a chef's hat and an apron and dressed up as a famous cook. Lily had a huge imagination, and her toys were her endless dreams come true. One day, Lily was finishing up a beautiful evening dress for her favorite Barbie when she got a letter she didn't expect. There was an offer to Glamour Ville's Annual Fashion Gala, a big event that the best people in fashion attend. Lily's heart beat fast as she read the invitation because she knew this was her chance to show everyone how good she was. Lily and her Barbie dolls got ready for the Fashion Gala with her parents' help and unwavering dedication. Each doll was dressed in a beautiful outfit that Lily had made, and they all stood in a line on the little runway in her bedroom. When the Gala night came around, the huge hall was filled with excitement. As the fashion show started, Lily's Barbie dolls sashayed down the runway, capturing the attention of the crowd with their beauty and grace. There was a lot of cheering and praise, and Lily felt like she'd accomplished something she'd never done before. She has taken the first step toward her goal of becoming a fashion star. After the presentation, fashion designers, reporters, and even famous people came up to Lily to tell her how much they admired her amazing ability. They were amazed at how creative she was and how she could turn a childhood hobby into art. Lily smiled happily because she knew she was about to start a journey that would change her life. Lily has kept up her interest in fashion over the years. After going to design school and getting better at what she did, she became famous as a fashion designer in Glamour Ville. She got ideas from her Barbie dolls, who taught her about style, imagination, and the strength of dreams. Lily got a letter one day that would change her life forever. She was shocked when she saw that it was an offer to the Barbie Fashion Institute. She would get to meet the real Barbie and work with her on a fashion line. Lily was excited as she set out on this journey. She met Barbie herself at the Barbie Fashion Institute. Barbie was a fashion icon who had inspired generations of girls. They worked together to make a line that combined Lily's modern designs with Barbie's classic style. Young girls all over the world were inspired to believe in themselves and their goals by the collection, which went on tour around the world. These were not any ordinary dolls, though. They were Barbies, fashion icons who had inspired generations with their amazing style and ease. For as long as Lily could remember, she had been collecting Barbies. Each one had its own story and outfit. Lily thought that Barbies were more than just plastic dolls. They were like doors that led to a world of endless creativity and potential. Her goals and dreams were reflected in each Barbie. She used them as blank canvases to write stories about fashion and adventure. These dolls were more than just things to her; they were her friends, her quiet confidantes, and the main characters in the exciting stories she made up in her head when she was young.

“A hair-raising account of a Barbie Dreamhouse-size Jarndyce and Jarndyce.”—Jill Lepore, The New Yorker This provocative work spotlights the legal battles between behemoth Mattel and audacious MGA over incredibly successful toys and the ownership of an idea. Law professor Orly Lobel deeply researched this riveting story, interviewing those involved, to draw attention to the contentious debate over creativity and intellectual property. She also explores female images and how we market cultural icons, from the doll that inspired all-American Barbie to the defiant, anti-establishment Bratz—the only doll to outsell Barbie in any year.

Welcome to the world of Whatever You Want, a novel that turns twentysomething London into a fantasyland of endless possibilities. Play the game as Barbarella -- alluring, flirtatious, and sharp as the lash from a bondage whip -- or as Barnaby, with his insatiable attraction to beautiful women and danger. Armed only with your quick wits and social expertise to navigate through the minefields of drunken gratification, easy conquests, and ruthless adversaries, you hold the fates of these vulnerable heroes in your hands. Should you dare to risk it all at an illicit casino or charm your way around a country estate where things could get up-close-and-very-personal? Will you fight to win back your lost loves or choose instead to have the time of your life getting over them? And when you've had all the fun you possibly can, do you have what it takes to make it to The Perfect Ending? Getting what you want takes more than a little agile thinking and social cunning ... Because life was never meant to be a spectator sport.

Originally published: New York: William Morrow & Co, c1994.

The “deeply engrossing” saga of a 19th-century lumber baron’s twisted love for his family—from the #1 New York Times–bestselling author of Captains and the Kings (The New York Times). Born into the humblest of circumstances, William Prescott is determined to amass a fortune large enough to ensure that his four children will never want for anything. He’ll do whatever it takes to achieve his goal, even if it means plundering Pennsylvania’s forests of every last tree and destroying anyone who stands in his way. As William’s business empire grows, so too does his insatiable need to be loved and admired. William’s wife, Ursula, tries to fill their ostentatious home with warmth and common sense, but her efforts are destined to backfire. The children resent her for trying to discipline them, and William’s ambition blinds him to any point of view but his own. Only when two of his spoiled children plot against him does William realize that the ties that bind the Prescott family have become warped beyond recognition. A riveting drama with a powerful message, Let Love Come Last is a masterwork from an author who “never falters when it comes to storytelling” (Publishers Weekly).

Since the 1980s there has been a growing billion dollar business producing porcelain collectible dolls. Avertised in Sunday newspapers and mailbox fliers, even Marie Osmond, an avid collector herself, is now promoting her own line of dolls on the Home Shopping Network and sales are soaring. With average price tags of $100 -- and $500 or more for a handcrafted or limited edition doll -- these dolls strike a chord in the hearts of middle-aged and older women, their core buyers, some of whom create "nurseries" devoted to collections that number in the hundreds. Each doll has its own name, identity and "adoption certificate," like Shawna, "who has just learned to stack blocks all by herself," and Bobby, whose "brown, handset eyes shine with mischief and little-boy plans." Exploring the nexus of emotions, consumption and commodification they represent, A. F. Robertson tracks the rise of the porcelain collectible market; interviews the women themselves; and visits their clubs, fairs and homes to understand what makes the dolls so irresistible. Lifelike but freakish; novelties that profess to be antiques; pricey kitsch: These dolls are the product of powerful emotions and big business. Life Like Dolls pursues why middle-class, educated women obsessively collect these dolls and what this phenomenon says about our culture.

Character Costume Figure Drawing is an essential guide that will improve your drawing skills and costume renderings. Step-by-step visuals illustrate the how-tos of drawing body parts, costumes, accessories, faces, children, and different character archetypes, such as maternal, elderly, sassy, sexy, and evil. By focusing on the foundations of drawing bodies, including body proportion, bone structure, body masses, facial expressions, and appendages, this guide shows you how to develop sketches from stick figures to full-blown characters. The third edition features a new chapter, Digital Mixed Media Costume Rendering. This chapter introduces the basic usages of Photoshop tools to enhance and improve costume designs, in order to provide easy delivery design ideas to the director and design team, provide easy changes and alterations during the design process, virtually apply actual fabric swatches over costume sketches, and help visualize lighting effects.

The summary of this story In the exciting story Princess Power, kids and adults alike were drawn in by Barbie's experience as a superhero. Through her travels, she taught important lessons about love, friendship, and the power that everyone has. Barbie's story became a tale that was told from one generation to the next. It inspired kids to want to be heroes, too. She showed that true power comes from believing in yourself and using your special skills to make the world a better place. As Barbie traveled to faraway places to help people in need and spread messages of love and peace, her impact grew far beyond the kingdom of Glamoria. She became a spokesperson for peace and worked with groups that cared about children, education, and protecting the environment. Barbie worked hard to make the world a better place, and people all over the world noticed and admired her for it. She stayed humble and kind, holding on to the values that had helped her through her amazing journey. Barbie's story became a sign of hope, telling everyone that no matter who they are or where they come from, they have the power to bring light to the world's darkest places. With every adventure, Barbie's true self came out, showing kids that they, too, could be the stars of their own stories. Her legacy lives on by encouraging students to believe in themselves, accept differences, and make a positive change in their communities. Barbie's most powerful skill wasn't her ability to change into a superhero. Instead, it was her ability to touch hearts, spark children's imaginations, and inspire them to reach their own goals. As Barbie's story kept drawing people in, it served as a constant reminder that everyone can make a difference and help make the world a better, more caring place. How the story started: Once upon a time, a little girl named Barbie lived in the magical country of Glamoria, which was full of hills and lakes. She had a golden heart and a soul full of love. Barbie, on the other hand, was not like other girls. Only her closest friends knew about a secret power she had. Barbie and her friends laughed, played, and went on trips together all day. Her beautiful smile could brighten even the darkest day, and her blue eyes were full of curiosity and wonder. No one knew that Barbie had a lot of hidden strength that was just waiting to come out. When danger was about to cast a dark shadow over the land of Glamoria, a magic spell changed Barbie. She would become Princess Power, a brave character, when things went wrong. Barbie's long, flowing blonde hair was turned into a bright waterfall of glittering colors that matched her unwavering drive. As Princess Power, Barbie had amazing skills that were far beyond those of normal people. She could fly across the sky, her cape fluttering in the wind and her steps looking like they came from another world. Princess Power's clothes sparkled with a beautiful rainbow of colors that showed how much power and magic she had. The people of Glamoria didn't know Princess Power was there, and they didn't know that their favorite doll, Barbie, was the savior they wanted when things went wrong. Barbie's best friends, on the other hand, knew her real identity. They were a loyal group. Ken was one of them. He was a loyal friend who was always by Barbie's side, cheering her on and giving her support. When there was a threat to the kingdom, Barbie would quietly disappear, so Princess Power could take her place. Glamoria saw how powerful Barbie really was during these times. Princess Power used her superhuman strength and amazing agility to fight any bad thing that tried to hurt her land or its people. When Princess Power came in, there would be a flash of bright light that broke through the darkness and gave people hope and comfort. She would come swooping down from the sky as fast as an arrow, her eyes gleaming with determination and ready to take on any job. Glamorians were always grateful to their unknown hero, but they had no idea that their favorite doll, Barbie, was the one who saved them. The kids in the kingdom would often play and dream about being Princess Power, trying to be as brave and strong as she was. They would put on capes and spin around, imagining that they could fly into the sky, save the innocent, and fight against wrongdoing. Barbie was both a normal girl and Princess Power, but she never wanted to be famous or well-known. Her main goal was to make sure everyone in Glamoria was happy and healthy. She thought that being a hero was more about doing things for other people than about getting praise from other people. So began the story of Barbie, a nice girl with a secret identity, and her other self, Princess Power, in the magical country of Glamoria. They were the best examples of courage, kindness, and the power of friendship that lasts. Children learned from their story that even the weakest people can be very strong when they want to love and protect others. As the sun went down on Glamoria, the people there kept Barbie's story close in their hearts, forever thankful to her for the love and courage she gave them. For it was when they were with a young girl named Barbie that they learned to have hope and believe that a hero would always come to stand up for what is right and protect the innocent, even when things were hard. It was hard for Barbie to be both a normal girl and a warrior at the same time. To keep her responsibilities, bonds, and the weight of the world on her shoulders in check, she had to give her full attention and make sacrifices. Barbie had times when she didn't think she was good enough and felt the pressure of her secret identity. When Barbie was worried, she went to her best friends for help. They showed her how much she had changed their lives and the whole kingdom of Glamoria. They told her that she was picked for a reason and that her kindness and strong will made her the perfect Princess Power. Barbie kept fighting hard against the forces of evil to protect Glamoria. She fought bad sorcerers and cunning thieves, and she used her skills to stop their plans and protect the innocent. Each victory gave the kingdom a new reason to hope and reminded Barbie of why she had the skills she did. But there was more to being Princess Power than fighting bad guys and saving the day. Barbie also used her skills to inspire other people and make the world a better place. She went to school to tell her stories and push kids to believe in themselves and their own power. She showed them that small acts of kindness can have a big effect, even if they aren't very big. Barbie's secret identity, Princess Power, became a sign of strength and power, especially for young girls. She disproved the idea that princesses could only be damsels in trouble by showing that they could also be brave, strong, and do amazing things. Through her actions, she told girls to be proud of who they are and the power they have inside of them. Over time, Barbie's fame as Princess Power spread outside of Glamoria. Her deeds turned into stories, and kids all over the kingdom loved to hear about them. Kids could put themselves in the shoes of their favorite superhero by playing with Princess Power action figures and costumes. This lets them feel what it's like to be a hero. Even though everyone loved and cared about Barbie, she never lost sight of her main goal. She stayed grounded and humble and always wanted to make the world a better place. Barbie understood that her secret identity was more than just a way to hide; it was also a duty to help people in need and spread justice and kindness. So, the story of Barbie in Princess Power has given young people hope and shown them that anyone, no matter where they come from or how they look, can make a difference. Barbie taught them that true power came from within and that the strength to do what was right was deep in their hearts. Barbie and her alter ego, Princess Power, kept an eye on the beautiful country of Glamoria, which thrived under their watchful eyes. The people of Glamoria praised their superhero not just for her amazing abilities, but also for the love and kindness that were part of her character. Even though Barbie's story in Princess Power came to an end, the spirit of bravery and faith in the power of virtue lived on in the minds of everyone who heard it. Barbie's journey as a kind-hearted girl with a secret skill was amazing and left a lasting impression on Glamoria and the rest of the world. Barbie was a shining example of happiness and kindness in the magical country of Glamoria. Her heart was as pure as gold, and her spirit never died. Her outer beauty matched her inner light, which made everyone who saw her fall in love with her. With her long, blonde hair falling like rays of sunshine, she was the picture of beauty and grace. The blue eyes of Barbie sparkled with a mix of wonder, love, and care. They were like windows into her heart, showing how much she cared and felt for other people. When Barbie looked at someone in the eyes, it was as if she could see into their souls and connect with them on a deeper level than words could say. But Barbie's smile made everyone around her fall in love with her. It had the power to make people happy and lift their mood, and it could make even the darkest days brighter. With a simple curve of her lips, Barbie could turn a worry into a smile and sadness into laughter. Her smile was contagious, and everyone she met fell in love with her because of it. Barbie was loved not just for her looks, but also for the love and warmth she gave off. She had an amazing way of making people feel loved and appreciated, and wherever she went, she made people feel like they belonged. Barbie was friendly to everyone because she was genuinely interested in their stories and goals. She was happy about their successes and soothed them when they were going through hard times. Barbie had a beautiful heart that was full of kindness and caring. She was always ready to help people out and give them support and encouragement. Barbie was always kind and helpful, whether she was comforting a friend who had lost a loved one or reaching out to a stranger in the market. Her soul gave off warmth and hope like a light that never goes out. Barbie was sure that good things could happen, and that people could change for the better. She didn't give up when things got hard. She faced problems with courage and strength. Even when things were hard, people were inspired by her determination to keep going. Barbie's bright personality brought light to the darkest parts of Glamoria. Under her gentle rule, the country grew because her kindness and generosity made the people feel like they were all in it together. Her acts of kindness spread through the community and made it a more loved and caring place.