The Animators’ Collection is a popular and adored line of dolls from Disney. The folks there have taken classic Disney characters and reimagined them as young kids. In this third incarnation of the series, the dolls once again come with a little “side kick” that holds special interest for the character. When they premiered the original series, the dolls had their pals with them, but the second edition did not. The second edition changed the dresses completely. Now the clothing is reminiscent of the original edition and of course, the little pals are back!

 

Anna and Elsa each come with their own Olaf, and of course little Kristoff holds his best friend Sven. Ariel comes with little Flounder, Aurora comes with The Owl, Belle includes a little Chip, Cinderella holds Jaq, Jasmine has Raja, Merida holds a little Angus, Pocahontas comes with Meeko the raccoon, Rapunzel has Pascal, Mulan has her dog Little Brother, Snow White has a little bluebird, Tiana has of course a frog, and Tinker Bell comes with a little baby crocodile.

Besides now including a little friend for each doll, most of their costumes have been redone. They are updated versions of the original edition of Animators’ Collection Dolls. With most of the same coloring and somewhat the same styles as the original edition, there are some minor changes.

Snow White is minus her cape yet Aurora does have her satin shawl back. Perhaps the two biggest wardrobe changes are with Aurora and Merida. Aurora is back to wearing her Briar Rose costume, and Merida’s costume returns to her blue and gold.

 

The outfits are only part of the charm of these dolls. The actual faces are what really impact consumers. They are each adorable and kids – as well as adults – will have a difficult time choosing which one – or which ones – to buy. Disney animators did an incredible job reimagining the characters as young children, however in the case of Elsa, Anna, and Kristoff they were each portrayed as little kids in the movie Frozen, so it wasn’t that much of a stretch to create them in doll form.

 

Every face depicts innocence and sweetness. These wide-eyed little faces will melt anyone’s heart. And we have artists like Becky Brese, Bill Schwab, Jin Kim, Tony Smeed, Steve Thompson, Glen Keane, Matt Nolte, and Mark Henn to thank for these cherubic dolls.

 

There is no doubt the newest edition of Disney’s Animators’ Collection Dolls will be the most wished for presents this holiday season. One look at them and you’ll know why. With their updated costumes and their little pals, this edition of Disney’s Animators’ Collection is adorable.

 

So, whether you select baby Snow White, the fairest one of all, the young adventurous Ariel, sweet little Belle, sensitive Pocahontas, the young Jasmine, bright-eyed Rapunzel, “Bayou Baby” Tiana, mischievous Merida, classic Cinderella, precious Aurora, Baby Tinker Bell, or the Frozen kids (Elsa, Anna, and Kristoff), you can’t make a wrong decision. They are all wonderful and will be loved by kids and adults.
Each box includes the 16 inch doll, their little pal, and character sketches by the animators. They are recommended for ages 3 and up.

 

Note: If you intend on displaying your dolls, Kaiser Doll Stands are made in America. There are a couple models that will probably be best for this line of dolls. The #3001 and #2601 should work with a little tweaking on the clips to stretch them just a bit so they won’t squeeze the doll’s abdomen too hard.

 

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Disney’s Frozen has captured the attention and imagination of people all around the world. In this day and age when special effects, blood and guts and sex are the big draws in the theaters, one animated movie has captured the heart of the world. The Imagineers at Disney reimagined Hans Christian Anderson’s “The Snow Queen.” And this sweet little animated film is now the highest grossing animated film of all time. It is the second highest grossing Disney film (behind Marvel’s The Avengers), and it ranks as the fifth highest grossing film ever. Those numbers are still rising.

 

The characters are all beloved, whether it is Elsa, the princess who becomes Queen and freezes the country of Arendelle, Anna, the princess who is filled with hope and love, Kristoff, the ice man who manages to get involved in the family crisis and becomes Anna’s love interest, Olaf, the snowman who dreams of summer, or Sven, the reindeer with wonderful expressions and a tender heart.

 

The merchandising of the film went into high gear too. The Disney Animators’ Collection includes Elsa, Anna, and Kristoff in their young years. The newest edition of these dolls also has the kids with fun little “friends.” Elsa and Anna each come with a version of Olaf, and Kristoff comes with a little Sven.

 

For lovers of plush dolls, the Anna and Elsa are a-d-o-r-a-b-l-e. These soft little dolls will be cuddled through the night by youngsters, and most likely carried with them all day long. They are recommended for ages 3 and above and stand about 12 inches high. Just looking at these adorable little faces will bring out a smile on any kid.

 

 

There are more adult dolls, including a four-piece set with Elsa, Anna, Kristoff, and Hans (of the Southern Isles). These mini dolls are geared for ages 4 and up. Each plastic doll stands about 5 ½ inches high and this set is for sparking little imaginations.

 

And speaking of imaginations, forget Barbie’s dream house. There is now a Frozen Castle of Arendelle Play Set. This is absolutely amazing and will provide years of fun for kids. It is recommended for ages 3 an up, and comes with Anna, Elsa, Hans, Kristoff, and Olaf figures. Sorry, no Sven is included with this set. The castle has hinged doors and three levels. Think of all the hours of fun that can be had in this play castle. Furniture is also included. This is sure to be a big hit this holiday season. I would want it if I were a kid. Oops. I’m not a kid but hey, I would still like it!

 

These are just a few products available from disneystore.com. There are plenty more items featuring the beloved characters from Frozen. No matter what your budget allows, you can find something Frozen for your children or grandchildren, or even yourself.

 

About the Author

Francine Brokaw has been covering all aspects of the entertainment business for 20 years. She also writes about technology and has been a travel writer for the past 12 years. She has been published in national and international newspapers and magazines as well as internet websites. She has written her own book, Beyond the Red Carpet The World of Entertainment Journalists, from Sourced Media Books.

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Build A Bear’s Holiday Reindeer’s, reflecting a 50 year Anniversary from the classic movie Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer!

Everything you need to grow your own TickleMe Plant Family in a greenhouse.
The TickleMe Plant will close its leaves and even lower its branches when you Tickle It! It can be grown indoors year round.
Adult TickleMe Plants can produce sparkling pink flowers.

The Deluxe TickleMe Plant Greenhouse includes: 3 TickleMe Plant seed packets ($16.50 value)[10-20 Mimosa pudica seeds per packet], 1 reusable greenhouse(recycled plastic), 6 plastic flower pots, 6 soil pellets, Easy to grow instructions. Greenhouse size 6.75″ x 4.5″ x 6″. (*Due to small parts, the mini-greenhouse is not recommended for children under 5 years old.)

Meet the Zeenie Dollz! 6 fashionable Eco-Warriors on a mission to protect the environment. You too can join their quest to save the planet! These 12 inch dolls are made from recyclable materials and feature 24 points of articulation for maximum pose-ability and play-ability. Each doll comes with their own fashion, representing their unique eco-cause, a brush, a silicone bracelet for you to wear, and an eco-warrior membership card. Since saving the planet is a Zeenie style a percentage of every sale will be donated to organizations working to preserve the environment and protect all animals and the places they call home. Saving the planet… that’s our style!

Zennia, also known as Mother Earth, is the protector of our planet. Her mission is to save the Earth and its creatures from the anti-environment villains – and to do it in style!

Evee is the protector of the skies along with her pet parrot Lulu; together they fight to preserve the skies and all aviary species from pollution and extinction.

Shift playtime into high gear with this unique raceway set!  Snap and click track pieces to design your own interactive flexible roadway, with hundreds of possible color combinations and raceway configurations.  Flip the Y-Track Connectors to change direction; halt the Rolling Timber Track to free a stalled car; adjust the Open End Connectors for an off-track detour.  Experiment with building principles and simple physics to keep your battery-powered vehicles on course. Colors may vary.

Find new and exciting fashion favorites at the Furnished Shopping Mall.  The perfect place for some retail therapy, the mall features a variety of fun shops.  As kids visit each store, they’ll love the interchangeable outfits, allowing them to try on different outfits and choose each figure’s personal style.  Before checking out the stores, stop by functioning ATM in the mall lobby for some spending money.  In the bridal shop, try on the stunning wedding dress with jewel detailing and floor-length lace veil.  Then, head across the lobby to find the hottest new bags , including purses, clutches, rolling suitcases, and more.  After finding the perfect purse, take the functioning elevator to the second level for even more stylish boutiques.  Get some inspirations from the chic mannequins in the upstairs foyer before trying on an outfit in the changing room or picking out some cool sports gear.  Once the shopping adventures are complete, visitors can relax and enjoy a refreshing treat in the café area.  Set also includes seven figures, five mannequins, various dresses, skirts, handbags, cash registers, ATM with money, full-length mirrors, hats, water gear, sandals, flowers, potted shrubs, ice cream, and tons of other accessories.  Outfits are interchangeable and can be switched with outfits from the other Shopping Mall sets (#5485-#5491).  Dimensions: 23.6 x 17.3 x 15.4 inches (LxWxH).  Recommended for ages five to twelve.
Warning.  Choking Hazard.  Small parts.  Not for children under 3 years.

Discover the most popular art of all time! As children play Go Fish and other stimulating memory and matching games, they visually learn about 8 great Impressionist artists. The companion fact book is filled with stories about the artists and the exciting times in which they lived.

Play “Go Fish” and other memory games with the art cards, then read about the artists in the full color companion book.

Aim, toss and flip! This innovative bean bag toss game teaches children to understand facial expressions while developing gross motor skills and coordination skills. Score by landing bean bag inside the bowl or even better, flip a bowl onto the bag.  Game encourages cooperative play, math skills, color and word recognition, and social awareness. Includes 6 target bowls and 6 bean bags labeled with emotions that add up to one great party game. English Bean Bags.

A versatile open-ended wood puzzle with countless opportunities for pre-math exploration.  Images on the raised shape pieces invite caterpillar associations and story-telling.  Assemble with or without the base, or stack vertically to create free form towers.  Includes base, 4 shape pieces, 8 frame pieces, 1 head piece.