Meet the powerhouse skier with impressive slope skills, Corinne Tan! American_Girl ad
, a 10-year-old powerhouse skier who lives in Aspen, CO, with her little sister, Gwynn, and her search-and-rescue-dog in training, Flurry.
Back in Corinne's hometown, POPSUGAR and American Girl hosted a snow-filled launch event at her go-to spot: Colorado's Buttermilk Mountain. There, parents and kids enjoyed some of Corinne's favorite activities: sipping loaded hot cocoa, taking pictures on the ski lift, getting temporary teal hair extensions, beading zipper charms for their ski jackets, and meeting real-life ski patrol dogs.
Beyond her impressive slope skills, Corinne is also the first Chinese American Girl of the Year doll, though she joins other Asian-American characters in the American Girl lineup. Through its contemporary characters like the Girl of the Year dolls, American Girl aims to open up a dialogue about issues affecting people of all ages and backgrounds. In particular, it's a powerful opportunity for kids to see themselves reflected in mainstream culture — and it's a step in the right direction.
Author Wendy Wan-Long Shang helped bring Corinne's story to life. The book that comes with a purchase of the doll incorporates themes like unbreakable sisterhood bonds, adapting to new family dynamics, and finding courage in the face of xenophobic bullies. By drawing from her personal childhood experiences and Colorado's rich history, Shang was able to make Corinne's fictional story feel authentic.
Shang wants Corinne to inspire the next generation to push for change."What I really hope is that there is some part of Corinne's story that makes readers feel seen, whether it's because they are Asian American, or they love skiing, or because they're part of a blended family," she said."When readers feel seen, they realize that they matter and their experiences matter, and that they are meant to be the stars of their own stories.
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