Dr. Barbie

Topics of Discussion

• Are children’s futures shaped by the toys they play with? (8)
• Do toys influence gender roles or vise versa? (5)
• How does increased toy consumption affect the environment? (1)
• How has the rise of consumer culture influenced toy consumption? (1)
• How have toys influenced you in your own life? Did you or do you have a favorite toy? (7)
• What do the toys we play with tell us about our culture and values? (2)
• General Information (12)
• Are the toy companies working on ways to make toys more environmentally friendly? (2)
• Are there recycling programs in place for toys? How can people learn about them, who are they sponsored by? (2)
• Open Letter to Toy Manufacturers (1)
• What happens to old toys? (3)
• What materials are toys made from? (2)
• What significance do dolls have to children? (6)