McKenna: 2012 American Girl Doll

Introducing McKenna Brooks, Girls of the Year 2012. She's a determined girl who uses her strengths to turn challenges into triumphs ”in the gym and at school. My daughter has already put this doll on her wish list! The McKenna doll and book are available at the American Girl Doll store for $105.   She is 18″ tall, with brilliant blue eyes that open and close and has long, caramel-colored hair.   The book by Mary Casanova tells the story of ten-year-old McKenna Brooks who has always excelled in school and in gymnastics. So when her grades suddenly fall, McKenna begins to doubt herself. With the help of a new friend, McKenna learns to focus on her strengths to overcome her challenges, one step at a time. But just as she begins to shine in school, McKenna is sidelined with a gymnastics injury. Will McKenna be able to springboard to success again?

She Is Dallas Info:   The American Girl Doll store is located at Galleria Dallas, 13464 Dallas Parkway, Dallas, TX 75240.   Hours are Monday “Thursday: 10 a.m. “ 8 p.m., Friday: 10 a.m. “ 9 p.m., Saturday: 9 a.m. “ 9 p.m., Sunday: 11 a.m. “ 6 p.m.   Plan your visit and check out the store map before you go.   Below is a list of events celebrating McKenna.   Please call 877-247-5223 to reserve your spot.

But even if you don’t have the McKenna doll, you can still let her inspire your little girl through some fun McKenna events and activities at the American Girl Doll store in Dallas.   Check these out! McKenna 2012 Celebration – January 8 at 3:30 p.m., February 5 at 3:30 p.m., March 4 at 3:30 p.m. Celebrate our newest Girl of the Year! At this special event, girls will learn about Girl of the Year 2012-she's a determined girl who loves gymnastics and uses her strengths to turn challenges into triumphs. Your girl will also learn about goal setting, enjoy a delicious meal, and get a doll-sized gymnastics bag. Plus, she ™ll take home a Girl of the Year poster and a copy of Take the Challenge, a book filled with fun games and brainteasers. Tickets: $27 per person. Please note, prepaid event reservations are non-exchangeable and non-refundable. Reservations required; call toll-free 877-247-5223. For girls ages 8 and up. McKenna Mirror Craft – February 5: 1:00 p.m. “ 3:00 p.m., March 4: 1:00 p.m. “ 3:00 p.m., April 4: 4:00 p.m. “ 6:00 p.m., April 18: 4:00 p.m. “ 6:00 p.m. During this craft event, she ™ll decorate a paper mirror with positive messages to help her find her strengths. Free and open to the public. For girls ages 8 and up. McKenna Bracelet Craft – January 21: 1:00 p.m. “ 3:00 p.m., February 4: 1:00 p.m. “ 3:00 p.m., March 16: 1:00 p.m. “ 3:00 p.m., April 11: 4:00 p.m. “ 6:00 p.m., April 25: 4:00 p.m. “ 6:00 p.m. During this craft event, she ™ll create a paper bracelet to fill with personal goals and encouraging words. Free and open to the public. For girls ages 8 and up. McKenna “Take the Challenge” Scavenger Hunt – January 11: 4:30 p.m. “ 6:30 p.m., January 18: 4:30 p.m. “ 6:30 p.m., January 25: 4:30 p.m. “ 6:30 p.m., February 1: 4:30 p.m. “ 6:30 p.m., February 8: 4:30 p.m. “ 6:30 p.m., February 15: 4:30 p.m. “ 6:30 p.m., February 22: 4:30 p.m. “ 6:30 p.m., February 29: 4:30 p.m. “ 6:30 p.m., March 7: 4:30 p.m. “ 6:30 p.m., March 14: 4:30 p.m. “ 6:30 p.m., March 21: 4:30 p.m. “ 6:30 p.m., March 28: 4:30 p.m. “ 6:30 p.m., April 4: 4:00 p.m. “ 6:00 p.m., April 11: 4:00 p.m. “ 6:00 p.m., April 18: 4:00 p.m. “ 6:00 p.m., April 25: 4:00 p.m. “ 6:00 p.m. Your girl will go on a scavenger hunt throughout the store, taking fast and fun challenges to stretch her skills along the way. Plus, she ™ll get a freeAmerican Girlposter at the end! Free and open to the public. For girls ages 8 and up. Meet the Author: Mary Casanova – March 3: 2:00 p.m. “ 5:00 p.m. Meet Mary Casanova, the award-winning author of the Girl of the Year books! This informal session is your opportunity to meet Ms. Casanova in person and have your favorite books signed.