The girls of the YouTube animated series Mermaid High face the challenge of navigating two worlds: the land and the sea. Now, the teenage mermaids are entering a third world — the world of toys — with Spin Master’s collection of Mermaid High dolls!
Spin Master’s Mermaid High Deluxe Mermaid Dolls come in an assortment of four characters: Oceanna, Searra, Finly, and Mari. Recommended for kids ages 4 and up, each doll includes a detachable, fabric mermaid tail; an outfit; four additional fashion accessories; a shell laptop; a corresponding student ID; and a comb.
The dolls’ wardrobes and accessories tap into their respective personalities from the YouTube show. Oceanna, the sporty girl of the group, wears a wetsuit-inspired fin, while the edgier Mari rocks a tail with iridescent fabric and a chain belt. All of the accessories are made of durable material and have a fabric fastener for easy wardrobe changes. Kids can engage in pretend play by alternating between the human and mermaid clothing, making sure to maintain the girl’s slippery sea-cret.
Mermaid tails aren’t the only sea-crets the Mermaid High Dolls are hiding: Each one also includes a surprise accessory, which is hidden in the shell laptop! To reveal the fashionable treasure, kids can drop the shell in warm water and watch as it opens, like a clam. I found that placing the shell under the faucet worked best, but kids should note that with more pressure comes a larger splash!
The Mermaid High Deluxe Mermaid Dolls are an adorable source for imaginative play. Fans of the series can recreate their favorite scenes or envision new obstacles for these fishy friends to overcome. Hassle- and mess-free, parents can feel confident knowing their kid is having fun without having to closely supervise. These dolls are perfect for MFFs (Mermaid Friends Forever, duh) to enjoy during collaborative playtime, expressing creativity through fashion choices and playing pretend.
