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Barbie Sea Splash Sisters
Explore Barbie Sea Splash Sisters, their bright watercraft and dolphin companion, then draw a coastal route for a miniature seaside outing.
The play at a glance
Two sisters, a bright watercraft and a dolphin to meet
Barbie sits behind Kelly on a white watercraft with a yellow nose and a pink hull. Their black-and-yellow outfits give the pair a coordinated seaside look, and a gray dolphin waits beside a yellow hoop. Sea Splash Sisters brings those pieces together for a small outing: choose a destination, take the sisters for a ride and give their dolphin companion a part in the story.
Choose a course for the sisters
The watercraft’s rudder sets its direction, and an on/off switch starts the motor. Three AA alkaline batteries supply the power. The guide shows Barbie seated with her hands and feet held in place, with Kelly riding in front of her. On a smooth dry surface, the craft’s wheels support a player-pushed journey; in water, the motor carries it along.
Imagine the sisters leaving a little harbor to visit a dolphin cove. Kelly could be the lookout who spots the next landmark, while Barbie announces their arrival. The player supplies the voices and decides what they discover when they reach the cove.
Give the dolphin a turn
The yellow hoop has a handle for Barbie’s hand. A player can hold the dolphin and guide it through the opening, making a small greeting or performance beside the boat. The masks, fins and sunglasses shown in the guide add details for getting the dolls ready for their outing.
Use adult supervision for water play and protect the surrounding surface. The linked guide shows the battery compartment and assembly, and calls for draining, rinsing, cleaning and thorough drying before storage. Its floating hoop is a dolphin-play accessory; keep the dolls supported by the craft or the player’s hand.
Draw a three-stop coastal map
- On paper, draw a harbor, a dolphin cove and a beach where the travelers will return.
- Give each place a name and connect them with a winding route.
- Choose a doll, small figure or paper boat to make the trip on the tabletop.
- At the cove, invent a greeting and one thing the dolphin wants to show the visitors.
- Return to the harbor and tell the best moment of the outing.
This original Toysit activity stays on a dry tabletop. Another player can draw the next cove or speak for the dolphin.
The historical record
Original Toysit coverage
The original toy description and broader play discussion are preserved below as historical coverage.
Sea Splashing Barbie
Sea Splash Sisters Barbie doll and Kelly doll have lots of fun in the ocean, riding their real working wave runner and playing with their dolphin friend. The wave runner has a motor that works in water and there are wheels for on land. Comes with water gear accessories for Barbie doll and Kelly doll plus a plastic ring for the dolphin.
A WaveRunner is a brand of personal watercraft (PWC) manufactured by Yamaha Motor Corporation. A personal watercraft is a type of recreational watercraft designed to be ridden by one or two individuals while standing, sitting, or kneeling on it. WaveRunners are known for their agility, speed, and maneuverability on the water. They are often used for various water-related activities, including cruising, racing, towing water toys, and exploring bodies of water. WaveRunners typically feature powerful engines, sleek designs, and user-friendly controls that allow riders to navigate through waves and waters with ease. These watercraft have become popular for recreational use in lakes, rivers, and coastal areas, offering a thrilling and enjoyable experience for water enthusiasts.
Sources and editorial notes
Mattel’s B2770 Sea Splashin Barbie and Kelly record and both illustrated instruction pages were reviewed and compared with the original Toysit image. The guide documents powered travel in water, the rudder, doll placement and the dolphin hoop. The coastal-map activity is original Toysit storytelling. No physical testing was performed.
- Mattel Sea Splashin B2770 record — Manufacturer identification of Barbie, Kelly, the watercraft and dolphin.
- Sea Splashin instructions (PDF) — Both pages reviewed: assembly, rudder, power, doll supports, dolphin hoop and care.
- Original Toysit coverage — Original image, toy description and watercraft discussion preserved.
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