Barbie ASL American Sign Language Doll

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Having a deaf family member makes me notice things made to meet their needs

The Barbie Sign Language Doll, or sometimes called the Barbie ASL (American Sign Language) Doll, caught my eye because I have a brother who is deaf and disabled, so gift ideas like this interest me.

This doll is not readily available in stores, but you will find some available below unless otherwise indicated.

You will learn more about this special Barbie Doll below, and can decide if it is something the deaf or hard of hearing child in your life may enjoy.



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Claudia a/k/a happynutritionist
Updated 5/27/12

About the Sign Language Barbie Doll

Image from an item that was previously available for sale

This doll was released in 1999 and available in stores in 2000, so you see, finding it on this page is a treat, as it is not readily available in stores.

One source said it was designed with the help of the National Center on Deafness.

The doll comes with Barbie's hand in the ASL (American Sign Language) "I Love You" symbol.

It comes with a "cling on" board with a clock that has movable hands, and pictures that include the sign for that picture. There is a complete ASL alphabet on the back of the box. You can read more about American Sign Language (ASL) below.

This Barbie can be used with all the usual cloths and accessories available for any other Barbie Doll.

Where Can You Buy a Barbie ASL Sign Language Doll?

These are available for a limited time, and there may be times when there are none available. If so, bookmark us and come back in a day or two.

Please look closely to determine whether these are new or used, and what condition they are in if you are considering giving as a gift. Also, take a good look at the seller's feedback to make sure they are reliable, and ask as many questions as you like.

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  • KeepsakeIdeas Feb 12, 2012 @ 8:03 am | delete
    I had never heard of this Barbie doll. She's a wonderful idea.
  • KimGiancaterino Feb 6, 2012 @ 1:33 pm | delete
    I have just the friend in mind for this Barbie doll. Thanks for letting me know about it.
  • WriterJanis Jan 27, 2012 @ 2:09 am | delete
    How wonderful for girls who are deaf. Thanks for sharing this. Blessed!
  • KaneshiaKelly Jan 22, 2012 @ 8:37 pm | delete
    This was the best idea mattel has had in a while. I guess it's true what they say, "you learn something new everyday".
  • BalanceByDesign May 6, 2011 @ 3:55 pm | delete
    I've studied ASL in the past because I used to watch a lady in church translate the praise and worship songs and it was so beautiful. I had no idea there was a deaf Barbie. I'm thinking a hearing child would love to have this doll so she could start to learn ASL!
  • ohcaroline Dec 1, 2010 @ 5:20 pm | delete
    This is so special. I've never heard of this Barbie.
  • happynutritionist Jan 29, 2011 @ 9:48 pm | delete
    It is unique, and not made any longer...so it's nice to be able to find them through other sources than the store. Thanks for your visit:-)
  • Senora_M Nov 29, 2010 @ 9:22 pm | delete
    That looks like a great Barbie to me!! That's awesome!! A few years ago, I got a Spanish teacher Barbie. So cool!! Great lens!
  • happynutritionist Nov 29, 2010 @ 11:34 pm | delete
    Thank you...yes, as I was searching around, I saw the Barbie you are talking about:-) Thanks for stopping by!
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