Listening
Reading
Starting Out
Strawberry Shortcake began in the 1970s. She was a picture on a card. People liked her, so they made toys and stories about her. At first, she looked like a young girl in simple clothes. She had adventures with her friends.
Changes
Over time, her look changed. In the 2000s, she looked a bit older with new clothes and hair. She still looked like a friendly young girl.
New Look in the 2010s
In the 2010s, she looked different again. Now, she wore a shorter dress and had big eyes. Some people didn't like this change. They said she looked too grown-up.
Why It Matters
Changing how characters look can change how kids think about beauty. It's good to think about what kids see and learn from it.
In the End
Strawberry Shortcake has changed a lot since the 1970s. It's important to think about how these changes affect kids who like her.