Rosa Parks and Sally Ride get their very own Barbie dolls



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Mattel is honoring Rosa Parks and Sally Ride with their very own Barbie dolls.

Rosa Parks and Sally Ride are honored by their very own Barbie dolls.

Rosa Parks was an American activist known to the Mother of the Modern Civil Rights Movement and Sally Ride was the first American woman – and youngest American – to fly in space.

As Barbie turns 60, how has the world's most famous doll grown up?

Each doll comes with educational material on each woman's contributions to society, authentic clothing and unique accessories.

"Both Sally Ride and Rosa Parks made the world better for future generations of girls," Mattel spokesperson told CNN. "By celebrating their achievements with dolls made in their likeness, we hope to be inspired to pursue their dreams."

The new Rosa Parks Barbie.
It's only fitting that these two new Barbies debuted on Women's Equality Day.

"Women's Equality Day celebrates the hard-won achievement of women's suffrage and pays tribute to the trailblazers who paved the way for future generations," the Mattel spokesperson said.

The new Sally Ride Barbie.

According to Mattel, research has shown that starting at the age of five, they are more likely to be seen in their own jurisdictions – this is coined the "Dream Gap." Showing girls more role models, historical and present, and telling their stories can help close that gap.

The Inspiring Women Series.
The new dolls are part of the Inspiring Women Series, which debuted on International Women's Day in 2018. Its mission is to honor historical role models

Amelia Earhart, Katherine Johnson and Frida Kahlo are also part of this collection.

Both dolls are available for purchase Monday, August 26.

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