My Siblings and My Pals Dolls are 18-inch boy and girl dolls that can teach kids about having a sibling or friend on the autism spectrum.
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These Dolls Can Help Teach Siblings About Autism
My Sibling Dolls and My Pal Dolls teach kids about having a sibling or friend on the autism spectrum.
The dolls were created by Loretta Boronat, a special education teacher whose son is on the spectrum.
Each doll comes with a book featuring a story from the sibling’s perspective.
“We strive to teach children to accept, understand, respect and love their peers who learn and grow differently.” -Loretta Boronat
The doll company also provides job opportunities for people with disabilities through a sheltered workshop.
Jobs include grooming, dressing, styling and prepackaging the dolls.
The small family-run business also employs Boronat’s son, Danny, who has autism.
Boronat hopes to hire more people with disabilities as they grow.
To learn more, visit mysiblingdolls.com.