McKenna, American Girl doll - American Girl of the Year 2012!

At American Girl, we celebrate girls and all that they can be. That's why we develop products and experiences that help girls grow up in a wholesome way, while encouraging them to enjoy girlhood through fun and enchanting play.

American Girl characters—Our historical characters inhabit stories set during important times in America’s past; our contemporary Girl of the Year^® stories explore issues of today. Both show girls that they can do great things if they believe in themselves.

Introduced in 2001, the Girl of the Year line gives voice to a diverse range of personalities and backgrounds through inspiring, relatable characters that instill a sense of pride in girls and show them there is no limit to what they can accomplish. The Girl of the Year line empowers girls to feel connected, and gives them the confidence to take action and make a difference.

McKenna Brooks is a ten-year-old girl in 4th grade who lives in Seattle, Washington. She is skilled in gymnastics but struggles with her schoolwork, specifically reading comprehension.

She is the oldest of three children, with younger twin sisters named Maisey and Mara Brooks.

McKenna is described as strong-willed and determined. Her biggest goal is to become an Olympic gold medalist in gymnastics!

McKenna is no longer available in the stores so she is very special! Take her home to inspire a young person in your life today!