The Fashionable Bambino was offered an invitation to receive a Madeline doll and book to review in celebration of Madeline’s 70th Anniversary. Of course, we obliged them and took them up on their offer. Certain little girls will love the new plush, dressable Madeline. I personally know of a little lady who was immensely surprised and pleased in opening the UPS package that arrived at our door yesterday, especially since she did not know it would be arriving.
The Madeline doll is soft, cuddly and perfect for little hands to carry around easily without any bulkiness. She comes with a removable blue coat that has Velcro closures in front. Her red plaid dress is also removable, as are her bloomers/panties. Her hat, socks and shoes are securely fastened – making it easier to keep track of accessories! No more lost doll socks and shoes! There are more outfits available for this sweet little doll. There is an interesting little surprise marking on Madeline, can any of you guess what it is? I wasn’t the one to find it either!
The book Madeline and the Cats of Rome by John Bemelmans Marciano is written in the style the Madeline series is known for with its rhyming story. It shows Madeline’s bravery and commitment to doing what is right – a very amiable trait to present and retain in children’s literature in today’s world. Most adult fans of Madeline will love the old charm that is characteristic of Madeline and children love her no matter what because she is charming and delightful as always.
If you are interested in purchasing either of these products or any of the other 70th Anniversary items that Kids Preferred have available please visit www.liveandlearn.com or www.ticastoys.com
As per the request of Kids Preferred , since they love seeing children with their product…here’s a photo of my daughter with her new Madeline doll just after we opened it:
Photo Compliments of Theresa Gould. Copyright © 2009 by Theresa Gould
