Barbie Color Reveal Mermaid Doll vs ATOPDREAM Unicorn Water Bottle Craft Kit

These are different kinds of gift, so the choice comes down to the child. The Barbie Color Reveal Mermaid is a collectible fashion doll with a six-surprise unboxing and a color-change hair reveal; owners rate it well and the tube doubles as storage. The ATOPDREAM kit is a one-time craft project that ends in a decorated water bottle the child can actually use. Pick the doll for a Barbie or mermaid fan who likes collecting; pick the craft kit for a child who would rather make something than play with a doll.

• Choose the Barbie Color Reveal Mermaid if the child already collects Barbie dolls or loves mermaids and unboxing surprises.
• Choose the ATOPDREAM unicorn water bottle kit if the child enjoys painting, stickers and crafts and would use a decorated bottle afterward.