Chrissa Maxwell is American Girl’s 2009 Girl of the Year. Chrissa Maxwell and her family have just moved to live with her grandmother, Nana. When Chrissa starts at her new school, she is greeted with icy silence by the "Mean Bees." But with her new friends Sonali and Gwen, Chrissa learns to speak out against bullying.
Chrissa® Doll & Paperback Book
Item# F9304 $95
Bring Chrissa’s story of friendship to life!
A flower-print, faux-wrap dress with ribbon trim and a fabric bloom at the waist
Sparkly purple ankle-strap shoes
A floral ribbon bracelet
Lavender underwear
The Chrissa doll is 18 inches tall with a soft cloth body, with blue eyes and dark-brown hair with highlights. Her movable head and limbs are made of smooth vinyl. The Chrissa book is the first story about this friendly, creative girl who finds the courage to stand up for herself—and others.
Sonali® Doll & Paperback Book
Item# F9309 $95
Bring Chrissa’s story of friendship to life with Sonali! Like the Chrissa® doll, Sonali arrives in an outfit that’s perfect for playtime:
A cable-knit tunic over a short-sleeved tee
Denim knickers with a pretty print
Green underwear
Ballet-flat shoes with a knotted accent
The Sonali doll is 18 inches tall with a soft cloth body, with brown eyes and dark brown hair with long, loose curls. Her movable head and limbs are made of smooth vinyl. The Friends paperback book is filled with quizzes, crafts, true friendship stories, and thoughtful advice for girls.
Gwen® Doll & Paperback Book
Item# F9311 $95
Bring Chrissa’s story of friendship to life with Gwen! Like the Chrissa® doll, Gwen arrives in an outfit that’s perfect for playtime:
A white eyelet lace dress with embroidered accents
A pink headband that doubles as a belt
Pink underwear
Braided sandals to match
The Gwen doll is 18 inches tall with a soft cloth body, with brown eyes and long, blond hair. Her movable head and limbs are made of smooth vinyl. The Friends paperback book is filled with quizzes, crafts, true friendship stories, and thoughtful advice for girls.
Chrissa's Pet Llama
Item# F9047 $25
This baby mini llama named Starburst is a special gift from Nana. She has a cream-colored, huggable plush body with an attached halter. She also comes with a parade pack that holds four bookmarks for Chrissa to share with her friends.
Chrissa's Sundress
Item# F9307 $24
Chrissa is ready to celebrate with friends in this special outfit:
A polka-dot sundress with a square neckline and a sequined flower at the waist
A pair of closed-toe sandals to match
A pair of hair clips for a super ’do
Chrissa's Party Treats
Item# F9315 $32
When it’s time for a summer celebration, Chrissa prepares tasty treats to share with her friends. Chrissa will be all set for a perfect picnic with these party treats:
A pitcher of pretend pink lemonade
A box of table talkers filled with inspirational sayings to break the ice
A pretend three-tiered cake with a bottom layer that separates into four slices
3 pretend slices of watermelon to serve on a platter
3 pretend sandwiches
3 place mats
3 polka-dot plates
3 polka-dot glasses
3 cloth napkins
A cake plate
Chrissa's Party Table
Item# F9313 $75
Chrissa’s party table is perfect for a lakeside celebration with friends from school. Girls can host a super celebration with this set, featuring:
A pink picnic table that’s just right for an outdoor party
A box of table talkers filled with inspirational sayings
Three multicolored lanterns that hang from a pair of garland poles
Two pinwheels that really spin!
Table: W: 15 ½" X H: 7 ½" X D: 8 ½"
Benches: W: 14 ½" X H: 3 ½" X D: 3"
Chrissa's Swim Team Gear
Item# F9041 $28
Chrissa loves being part of the Edgewater Swim Club! She wears this sporty outfit to swim meets. Chrissa needs this gear when it’s time to compete with the Edgewater Swim Club:
A blue-and-green swimsuit
A pair of goggles so she can see underwater
A matching swim cap
Spirit stickers Chrissa can wear on her arms and legs
A foam kickboard for practice
A towel for drying off
Chrissa's Warm-Up Set
Item# F9370 $30
Chrissa wears this sporty outfit on her way to the pool. This outfit helps Chrissa stay warm before she swims:
A hooded jacket with her team’s logo
A tank top with a printed graphic
White French-terry shorts
A pair of slip-on sandals
An embroidered visor
A pretend mini IM-Me™ instant messenger to “stay in touch” with friends
Chrissa's Pajamas for Dolls
Item# F9305 $24
Chrissa can have sweet dreams in these pretty pajamas:
A purple tie-dye top with a scoop neck and a funky flower graphic
Gray cropped pants with printed flowers on the left leg
A pair of fuzzy slippers to keep her toes toasty
Chrissa's Craft Studio
Item# F9053 $78
Chrissa finds everything she needs to make arts and crafts with this set. Chrissa can get creative with this craft studio:
A bowl that Chrissa’s father made
3 skeins of yarn and 2 knitting needles
A sketch book girls can use to doodle project ideas
A sewing machine that “turns on” at the push of a button
5 thread spools
A wooden sewing table with a drawer that opens and a bottom shelf for extra storage
A pin cushion
A tape measure
A caddy that holds pretend scissors and two pencils
Dimensions: 11" W x 8 1/2" H x 5" D
Chrissa's Snow Outfit
Item# F9866 $30
Chrissa stays warm through Minnesota's cold winter in this outfit:
A turtleneck sweater with a frosty Fair Isle pattern
Cozy zip-front snow pants for warmth in the snow
A pair of snow boots to keep her toasty while she plays
Chrissa's Snow Gear
Item# F9868 $32
When it’s time for an outdoor adventure, Chrissa needs this snow gear:
A pair of snowshoes for exploring in the wintry weather
A snow tube just for fun
A knit hat and matching mittens to keep her warm
An American Girl: Chrissa Stands Strong DVD
Item# G0095 $19.98
The story of Chrissa, Girl of the Year® 2009, comes to life in this full-length, live-action DVD! When Chrissa moves to a new school in the middle of the year, she is greeted by the girls in her fourth-grade class with teasing and tricks. The “Mean Bees” really know how to sting—and they bully her in class, on the bus, online, and even at swim club. Then the biggest bully becomes Chrissa’s swimming rival, and the teasing and taunting finally go too far. Will Chrissa find a way to stand strong and stop the bullying?
HBO Films. Movie. © 2009 Home Box Office, Inc. All rights reserved. HBO® is a service mark of Home Box Office, Inc.
Chrissa Paperback Book
Item# F9822 $6.95
Girls will love meeting Chrissa, our 2009 Girl of the Year®!
Chrissa Maxwell moves to a new school in the middle of the year, and the girls in her fourth-grade class are decidedly unfriendly. On the advice of her grandmother, Chrissa tries first to be nice, and then to ignore the mean girls. But they just won't quit, and when the teasing turns into serious bullying, Chrissa must find the courage to stand strong and speak out. Author: Mary Casanova. Paperback. 130 pages.
Chrissa Stands Strong Paperback Book
Item# F9824 $6.95
Chrissa’s story continues, with a second book about our 2009 Girl of the Year®! Chrissa’s had a good summer practicing for swim team tryouts. Then her world is shaken when she and her friends get mean text messages and there’s an accident at the pool. Can one girl put an end to the bullying? Author: Mary Casanova. Paperback. 130 pages.
