Kai
is a quality collectible doll made by Ertl Collectibles. She was
issued in 1996. She is approximately 15" tall with three-quarter
vinyl arms and legs and a pellet stuffed body.
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![]() Her clothing is detailed and authentic to her time. It includes a headwrap, robe, sash, beaded necklace and bracelet, pantalettes, and sandals. She also comes with a stand and a Simon & Schuster companion Book (see below). |
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![]() Kai has beautiful waist-length braided hair. |
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Books
About Kai
(click on the book covers or any underlined text to read more about these books)
(This paperback book is included with the Kai Doll!) In 1440, Kai lives in the Yoruba village of Ife, in what is now Nigeria. When a famine threatens the village, the king chooses Kai and her sister to seek help from the Yoruba in the North. They set out on foot, through dense forest and golden savanna. Along the way, they learn a great deal about their country and about themselves. |
The
books have many
beautiful, full color illustrations. |