Vivien Leigh Paper Dolls in Full Color (Dover Celebrity Paper Dolls)
Dover Royal Paper Dolls Series
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What’s inside...
A Vivien Leigh figure and 28 costumes from a dozen films — including Gone With the Wind and A Streetcar Named Desire — all in full color on heavy stock, provide an incredibly life-like rendering of the enchanting actress and recapture a part of the shimmering magic that marked her entire career. Introduction.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
12-13
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think Vivien Leigh would wear if she was going to a party today?
If you could design a new outfit for one of the paper dolls, what would it look like?
Which outfit from the book is your favorite and why?
How do you think the clothes people wear can tell us about who they are?
Tip: Role play these questions
Show genuine interest in your child's choices and preferences; encourage them to describe the outfits in detail.
Discuss the historical context of Vivien Leigh's outfits to connect with broader historical knowledge.
Use the book as an opportunity to explore creativity by brainstorming outfit ideas together with your child.
Ask your child to think about what different clothing styles might signify about a person’s role or status during Vivien Leigh's time.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Appreciation of History and Cultural Figures
Explanation: Through the vivid depiction of Vivien Leigh and her roles, children gain an understanding of historical and cultural icons.
Real-World Application: Children can draw inspiration from influential figures like Vivien Leigh to explore and appreciate the arts and history, fostering a deeper cultural awareness.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Imagination
Explanation: Engaging with the paper dolls allows children to creatively explore different scenarios and costumes from Vivien Leigh's career.
Real-World Application: This imaginative play can enhance cognitive flexibility and creativity, which are beneficial in problem-solving and artistic expression.
Example Lesson: Attention to Detail
Explanation: The detailed designs of the paper dolls require children to pay close attention as they cut and assemble them.
Real-World Application: This focus on detail helps improve fine motor skills and concentration, useful in academic and extracurricular activities.