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First Barbie doll with hearing aids is 'really important'

Liz Blamire

31st August 2022

Rose Ayling-Ellis worked with Barbie to create their first doll with a hearing aid.

In this video, Rose explains why this is such a big deal and will have a significant impact on Deaf and hearing children.

You can also read about other inclusive Barbie dolls in this BBC report - 'Inclusive Barbies are a major step in my life'

Liz Blamire

Liz is the tutor2u subject lead for Health & Social Care. She is a former NHS midwife, an SSAT Accredited Lead Practitioner, who has taught Health & Social Care in FE and secondary schools. Liz has extensive experience in qualification development, assessment writing, examining and moderation, and is a textbook author. Liz has an MEd in Inclusion and Special Educational Needs.

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