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What skills are practiced from playing with dolls?

Playing with dolls encourages kids to talk about emotions, and it sparks empathy and a nurturing impulse in children. Dressing dolls helps develop a child's fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination, and playing with dolls around other children promotes collaboration and sharing.

What kind of doll should I buy for an eight-year-old?

Eight-year-olds like dolls they can interact with. Look for dolls with moveable arms and legs and dolls with a few different outfits. For even more fun, shop for dolls with accessories like tiaras, tiny combs, purses, capes, and swords.

What's the best way to wash doll hair?

To wash a doll's hair without getting clothing wet, cover the doll's body with plastic wrap. Wet the doll's hair with warm water by putting it under the faucet. Gently wash hair with a small amount of baby shampoo, and rinse. Squeeze out excess water, and brush a doll's hair gently when just-damp to prevent breakage.