Dolls have long been a popular toy for children. One reason for their popularity as a plaything is that they provide an opportunity for boys and girls to role play and explore different identities. Here's a list of dolls and character toys that are twins -- perfect for families with multiples, or for anyone with an interest in multiple birth. {Got triplets? Here's a list of triplet dolls.
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1. Barbie 12 Dancing Princess: Twin Sisters Isla & Hadley
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Barbie's younger sisters in "The 12 Dancing Princesses" movie and play set line are twins, Isla and Hadley. Available as a set including both dolls with stands that snap together to allow the dolls to spin in synchronicity.
2. Calico Critters
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These cute animal doll families are available in a wide range of twin characters -- from Comfrey and Angelica, the Cottontail Rabbits, to William and Fiona, the Beagle Dogs. The playsets, manufactured by International Playthings, are high quality, with vivid detail despite their small size. A variety of dollhouses, furniture and accessories make this a top choice for playtime.
3. Bratz Babyz Twins
Baby Bratz, a spin-off of the popular fashion dolls, retain the glamour of their big sisters, but in a bigger, chunkier shape. With distinct "fashion personalities", twins Roxii and Phoebe, are sold with a double dose of fashion accessories, so that they can mix and match their outfits.4. Bitty Twins
The Pleasant Company, maker of American Girl and Bitty Baby dolls, presents the Bitty Twins. The 15" pair includes a boy and girl doll with brushable blond hair and blue eyes. Like other products from this company, you get what you pay for: high-quality and finely detailed toys with a price to match. New accessories include a realistic double jogger-style stroller and cute matching outfits.5. Fisher Price Little Mommy Twins & Stroller
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Soft, cuddly baby dolls wear matching outfits and caps. Available as Caucasian or African-American newborns, or a set of boy/girls twins with a double umbrella stroller.
6. My Twinn Doll
Unlike the other items in this list, My Twinn dolls are matched to a child, not another doll. Each doll is individually crafted and handpainted to exactly match a child, down to the last freckle or eyelash. The company's product line also includes matching child/doll outfits.7. Baby Chou Twin Boy and Girl
Precious, lifelike baby twins smell faintly of vanilla and have soft fiberfill bodies to hug and smooth, painted faces to kiss. Safe for babies older than nine months with sewn features to prevent choking hazards. Machine washable, as well.8. Loving Family Twin Time Fun Folding Dollhouse
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Eight-room dollhouse includes a family of mom, dad and infant twins. Additional furniture and accessories are available. House folds compactly for storage.
9. Too-Cute Twins
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Just like real twins, Too-Cute Twins share a special bond. They recognize and respond to each other. Comes with a schoolroom plasy set wit h a double desk, chalkboard and accessories.
10. Big Sister Dora
Popular television character, Dora the Explorer, becomes a big sister to baby twins. Press Dora’s hand to hear her sing the "Big Sister Song" and speak in English & Spanish! Add the Big Sister Dora Nursery Addition to Dora's Talking House to provide the twins with a playplace.