American Girl’s new doll, Kit, is a child of the Depression. The AG books that tell Kit’s story describe a plucky, resourceful girl coping with the fact that her family has run out of money. That got us thinking: How much dough would a kid today fork over to buy Kit and her accessories? Take a look (accessories fit the doll, unless otherwise indicated):
– Kit doll and paperback $84
– Crocheted hat, purse, hankie and necklace $20
– Girl’s life-sized skirt and sweater set $77
– School lunch (tin, sandwich, apple, carrot, cookie, napkin) $16
– Plaid jumper, shoes, socks, comb $22
– Rolltop desk, swivel chair $70
– Book bag and supplies (writing tablet, pencils, ruler, report card, etc.)$18
– Christmas outfit
(cheery red dress with tights, hair bow and black patent T-strap shoes)$22
– Kit’s cloth aviator doll $16
– Waffle iron set $18
– Typewriter set $22
– Dresser trunk (life-sized) $155
– Lamp, phone, book $18
– Day bed $54
– Bedding set $22
– Beach pjs and slippers $20
– Girl’s life-sized pjs $38
– Night table $28
TOTAL: $720
(good thing the accessories are sold separately)
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P.S. American Girl is tying its Kit promotions to projects that girls can join to help those in need. Check americangirl.com or call 1-800-471-7549 for more info.
