Our family has quite a history with American Girl. It goes all the way back to 1987 with the original Samantha Parkington. Samantha and our daughter Britt made a lot of memories together. I’d wager to say Samantha may have even been tortured a time or two by Britt’s brothers, Brian and Todd. It was just to elicit a scream (or two) of her disapproval. Now, almost 30 years later, our granddaughter Kennedy plays with Samantha, along with Bitty Baby and Kit Kittredge. That’s what American Girl is all about. Quality, long lasting dolls making lifetime memories with families. And that’s why we’re ever so happy to partner with American Girl to introduce you to their newest BeForever doll, Melody Ellison.
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Isn’t she gorgeous? I am so in love with Melody. I love everything about her. Her bangs and 60s poofy flip, as well as her clothes. And especially her spunky personality. She may only be 9 years old, but this little girl knows what she wants and is on a mission to help make a change.
Melody is the traditional American Girl 18 inch doll. She has beautiful dark brown eyes and black hair. If you look closely at the photo you can see how realistic the texture of her hair is. Kennedy noticed it right away, comparing it to one of her best friends at school. Melody is wearing an authentic 1964 outfit: bright blue-and-green houndstooth dress, a blue ribbon headband, and shiny blue patent shoes.
Her style is reminiscent of my childhood. Fact is, Melody was born in 1954, just a year before I was. We were both born in Michigan; me in Muskegon and Melody in Detroit. But while I moved to Southern California as a pre-schooler, Melody grew up in the same great city she was born in. Her youth was filled with the music of Motown, Sunday dinners at her grandmother Big Mama’s house, and the Civil Rights Movement.
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Melody is a hopeful and positive 9-year-old girl growing up in the 1960s. And she has a lot to teach today’s kids about that iconic era. Melody loves to sing and blend her voice in harmony with others. She’s an inspiring little girl. After seeing her family members face racial discrimination and experiencing it for herself, she decides to add her voice to those speaking up about inequality.
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Melody’s story is perfect for parents to read with their little ones. It’s part of American history. What better way for kids to learn about it than from a childhood peer that lived it firsthand?
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See! What did I tell you? She gorgeous isn’t she?
Kelly D says
I would like to win Melody Ellison for my daughter.
shelly peterson says
I would love to win her for my niece.
ellen beck says
I would love to win Melody Ellison for my niece she would love this doll and her story.
Stephanie Phelps says
I would love to win this for my beautiful granddaughter she would just love her so much!
Melissa says
We love melody! We adore her backstory and her strength and definitely her style! Great giveaway!
Kathy says
She is such a beautiful doll! I love the American Dolls. They are such great quality. I wish I would have had one as a kid. I know my girls would love to have one.
valmg @ Mom Knows It All says
My mother had gotten my niece one or two American Girl dolls when she was a bit younger. She loved them.
Kelly Hutchinson says
The kids just love these American Dolls. And this is definitely a gorgeous one. Great for kids.
Carolsue says
I would like to win this doll for my god-daughter!
Linda Trinklein says
I would love to win for my daughter! She would be thrilled! thank you for the chance to win!
Jenn Gerlach says
We were so Excited to see this one. She makes the perfect addition to studying local history. I am saving up to get one. I think she would be perfect to drag around this fall as we explore historical sites here in our new home Detroit.
mami2jcn says
I’d love to win her for my daughter.
Stacie says
American Girl is a great company. I love the variety of dolls they have. Melody is a great addition to their collection and a great way for children to learn a bit about history.
Dawn gibson-thigpen says
i have been hearing so much about american girl. and she is lovely. very cute.
vera wilson says
Little Princess would love this. Thanks for the chance.
Sarah Hayes says
Id love to win her for my daughter. she has been wanting an AG doll and Melody is perfect
James Robert says
I would love to win for my daughter. Their cousin has an America Girl doll and they just love her
Mary Dailey says
I would love to win this adorable doll for my granddaughter, Katie!
Rebecca S says
I would like to win Melody for my 8 year old daughter. 🙂
Claudia Krusch says
I would love to win Melody Ellison for my niece she would love this doll and everything behind her story.
shelly says
I’d like to win Melody for my daughter!
gingermommyrants says
We are going on a trip soon for my younger girls to pick out American Girl dolls. I am so happy to hear how well they stand up to time. I love the matching outfits.
Ann Bacciaglia says
My Daughter still has her American Girl doll and she is in her first year of university. They are built to last. I love the look of this one. The outfit is so cute.
Kristie McCollum says
I’d love to win this for my daughter! She’s been wanting an AG doll since Christmas. This would be an amazing gift to her.
Ellie Augustin says
I have 2 daughters who would love her BUT since my oldest daughter (who’s 9) already has 2 very loved AG dolls my youngest little girl would get Melody to love as she only has one. It would be such an amazing surprise. Thanks for the chance.
Oriana Romero says
Melody Ellison is a fantastic American Doll. I love her dress and that you can get matching outfits.
Rebecca Scott says
I would love to win this for my oldest daughter!
Diana says
I would like to win Melody Ellison for my daughter who just read the story of Rosa Parks.
Melinda Hampton says
My daughter has been wanting to get the Melody doll.
Lydia Lay Clark says
With a biracial daughter, and with the racial climate of the US right now, it was AMAZING to see AG release a doll so conscious and BEAUTIFUL! My daughter would love to have Melody and it would open conversations that are appropriate for her age. We LOVE American Girl!!!!
Stacie says
I would love to win her for ME, but I would give her to my 11 year old daughter.
Leigh Anne Borders says
I would love to win this for my daughter. She would love to have this.
Shannon says
I would love to win for my niece.
Aamiyah Linder says
I would love to give her to my daughter Acamri sheis so adorable. And looks like her alot
Waioi l. says
I would love to win one for my granddaughter.
Meghan says
I’d love to win this for my niece. Thank you for the chance!
Laurajj says
Oh I would love to win for our little Kayla! She has been asking for one. I love how educational they are for them.
Dana FRICKE says
I would love this beautiful doll for my daughter!
Tara O. says
I’d love to win Melody for my daughter! I know she would cherish her!
paula s says
I would love to win for my daughter
Sarah B says
My little lady really really wants Melody. So if I were to win, she would get the doll. Melody is so beautiful!
beth says
I would like to win her for my niece.
Liz McMillian says
I would love to win this for …. ME! Just kidding, my youngest daughter just turned 9 and LOVES Melody!
Faith Daniel says
If I won I’d give her to my little sister! She loves the historical books and really wants an American Girl doll.
Heather Hayes Panjon says
I’d like to win Melody For My Niece.
Jeanna says
I’d love to win her for my daughter!
Jennifer Adams says
My daughter just turned 3 and is getting in to AG dolls. Would love to win for her!
Lauren says
I would like to win her for my daughter.
Jaime says
I’d like to win Melody for my daughter- she is a HUGE AG fan!
Tabathia B says
I would love to win for my youngest daughters
Jennifer Marie says
I would love to win for my 10 year old niece.
Laura H says
I would love to win Melody Ellison for my daughter who’s a huge doll fan. What a gorgeous doll, I know she would love her!
Jacqui Odell says
I would give this to my daughter. She has been wanting one so bad!
Dawn Monroe says
My 8 year old granddaughter has just discovered American Girl. I’d love to win for her.
Julie Lundstrom says
I would love this for my niece. Every year I try to get my niece one for her collection either for her birthday or Christmas.
Angela Williams says
I would love to win Melody Ellison for my daughter!
Tammy Horn says
I would love to win this Melody Ellison doll for my niece. I love Melody’s story and I know my nice would too.
Kevin E says
I would love to win Melody for my daughter!
Denise M says
I would like to win for my daughter
Heather B says
I would love to win for my daughter.
Allie Sue says
For my little girl!
MaryAnn says
I would like to win this doll for my daughter
Kristen says
I’d love to win this for my friend’s daughter.
Ty says
I would love to win this for my niece.
Katherine says
For my daughter
Lydia Lay Clark says
I would love to win this doll for my daughter, Bella. As a mom to biracial children, a doll that fought for equal rights is such an inspiration and something that would open new conversations to be had between me and my daughters. I hope we get a chance to introduce Melody to our home!
Megan R says
My 6 year old daughter would love to win this doll!
Katherine Palmer says
I would love to win Melody for two little girls I know, and myself!
They are getting close to the perfect age for American Girl dolls, so I know She would be loved.
Katherine Palmer says
I would love to win Melody for two little girls I know, and myself!
They are getting close to the perfect age for American Girl dolls, so I know She would be loved!!
Ellie Wright says
I would love to win this for my little granddaughter.
Caryn Bailey says
I’d love to win for my daughter
In the Hammock says
I would love to win for my niece, thank you so much!
Siri Gosselin says
I would love to win Melody for my daughter!
Daisy l. says
I want to win this for my niece
patricia skinner says
I would love to win Melody Ellison for my granddaughter.
Belinda Shaw says
I would enjoy winning this for my friend’s granddaughter.
HilLesha says
I’d love to win this for my daughter. Thanks for the giveaway!
Kyl Neusch says
get for my niece
Stephanie Liske says
I would like to win her for my daughter.
Aaron says
I would like to win this doll for a family friend’s little girl.
Erica B. says
My daughter would love this.
Sherril McGann says
I would like to win Melody for my granddaughter
Priscilla P. says
I would like to win Melody Ellison for my neice. She loves American Girl.
Natalie Applewhite says
I would like to win this for my daughter, Lois!
fran says
For my friend’s daughter for her Christmas present!
Rebecca Lock says
I want to win this for my daughter.
Melissa Cunningham says
I’d love to win for my daughter. It would make a grand Christmas present!
Rebecca Graham says
I would like to win this for my granddaughter.
Cynthia C says
I would love to win this beautiful doll for my niece.
nickie says
I would love to win this for my niece.
McKim says
I would like to win this for my daughter.
Marty Crosson says
I’d love to win this for my daughter, who has wanted an American Girl doll of her own for months.
Christina Gould says
I would like to win Melody Ellison for my daughter. Thanks for the giveaway!
vera says
I’d like to win this for my niece. She loves dolls.
Heather D says
I would like to win this for my daughter.
Alice C says
Would be a great Christmas gift for my friends daughter.
Kim Keithline says
I would love to win this for my grand daughter
dawn reid says
I’d like to win Melody for my daughter!
Kristi C says
I would love to win Melody for my niece. She is a huge American Girl fan.
Shannon says
I would love to win Melody for my daughter! thanks for the chance!
susan smoaks says
i would give this to our daughter. she will love it.
Daniel M says
wanna win for my niece!
Jill Myrick says
I would love to win Melody Ellison for my daughter.
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Emily Morelli says
I’d love to win Melody for my own spunky and positive nine-year-old daughter.
katherine says
I would absolutely love Melody for my Daughter Julianne~
Stephanie Larison says
I’d love to win this for my oldest daughter! She’s always wanted an American Girl doll.
Richard Hicks says
I want to win this for my niece. She would love her!
Laurie Emerson says
I would love to win this for my daughter.
shawna says
I would love to surprise my daughter with this beautiful doll.
MARIA simon says
my gosh my daughter would love this thanks for the chance
Lisa V. says
I would give it to my granddaughter.
Brittney House says
I would love this for my niece. She loves American Girl dolls.
Leanne Godfrey says
I would like to win her for my niece! Hope you’ve had a great week1
Mark says
I would give this to my little niece
Cassandra says
I would love to win Melody Ellison for our niece!
lisa wilson says
My daughter would love this. Thanks for the giveaway!
jeannine d says
I would win her for my youngest daughter
Abigail says
Haha, I’m a crazy doll lady, so she’d just keep my other girls company.
Jen V. says
I would love to win this for my niece. She is just now getting to be old enough for an American Girl doll and I am sure she would love Melody.
Janet Hayes says
This doll is a sweety.
Kristin says
My daughter would LOVE this! She’s turning 4 next month and loves dolls. She also always has a tendency to choose dolls with darker skin, so she’d be thrilled.
Amy H. says
I would love to win Melody for my daughter. She loves American Girl dolls!
Lourded says
I am a child of the 60’s. I would love to win Melody for my Grandaughter.
Amy Deeter says
I would like to win Melody Ellison for my 6 year old daughter
Sand says
I would love to win this for my niece! She has been asking for one for her birthday.
Paula S says
I would love to win for my daughter.
Rachel C says
My daughters would LOVE this doll. Thanks for the chance at this great giveaway!
Marion Lewis says
I would love to win this for my beautiful granddaughter, she love doll with ling hair so much to braid for that
Thanks for sharing
Lydia J. Cohen says
aww 🙁 It seems I’m too late for the party. The girl is just so cute. Can’t wait for the next giveaway. Thanks for sharing!