The Adventures of Keisha Vance

       Keisha is a very athletic, outspoken and popular fifth grade girl. With two parents working  in the local hospital, she often spends her evenings watching over her younger siblings. 

       Keisha is growing up faster than she can manage sometimes but with a little extra moral support from an unusual neighbor, Ellie Goodwin, she learns how to think about her responsibilities, school  work and friendships.

Left, ''Keisha to the Rescue" book cover
Right, Keisha's lifeguard costume.

The Magic Attic Keisha Doll Profile:

Full Name: Keisha Vance, nickname "Pumpkin"
Birthday: May 20th
Favorite Color: purple
Birthstone: emerald
Siblings: younger six yr. old sister Ashely and toddler brother, Ronnie
Hobbies: singing in church choir, photography, volunteering at nursing home
Pets: 
Sports: cheerleading
Cultural Identity: African-American
Grade & School: 5th grade, Lincoln Elementary
Parents Professions: mother: nurse and father: hospital administrator

Quotes from Keisha's Diary:

       "Boy, have I learned a lot about jumping to conclusions! Just like that security guard said, it's really important to get all the facts before you decide anything." Keisha from 'Keisha's Maze Mystery'

       "I did it! My friends and I went to Mr. Burn's store, and I told him exactly what I thought - that he should get to know me before he decides what kind of person I am. When I was finished talking to him, he just stood there, staring at me, as if I were an alien from outer space." Keisha from 'Keisha to The Rescue'

Our Artifacts for the Keisha Vance Magic Attic Doll and Books:

• A Week From A Little Girl's Diary, 1920 - an everyday account from a girl's diary (third grade?) about her mother, her doll, and her future hopes and dreams
• DIY Simple Doll Cheerleader Pom-Poms

Books & Accessories for the Keisha Vance Doll:

Left, "Keisha's Maze Mystery" book cover.
Keisha's floral garden party dress.

• The following accessories manufactured and sold for the Keisha doll based upon her book "Keisha and the Fairy Queen" included: a winter white gown with fur trim, a wand, crown, basket with jewel, and heart shaped pendant necklace
• The following accessories manufactured and sold for the Keisha doll based upon her book "Three Cheers for Keisha" included: a stuffed lion mascot, pennant, cheer book, a letterman's sweater, pom-poms, megaphone, and a cheerleading costume 
• The following accessories manufactured and sold for the Keisha doll based upon her book "Keisha Leads the Way" included:
• The following accessories manufactured and sold for the Keisha doll based upon her book "Keisha's Maze Mystery" included: a floral party dress, straw hat, cast iron tea card and croquet set
• The following accessories manufactured and sold for the Keisha doll based upon her book "Keisha To the Rescue" included: a lifeguard's chair, swimsuit, visor, a pool side bag and even a safety tube with shoulder strap!
• The following accessories manufactured and sold for the Keisha doll based upon her book "Keisha Discovers Harlem" included: a purple sequin dance costume (flapper), a matching velveteen hat and wrap, beaded necklace and purse

Research on The Web for Themes Found in Some Books About Keisha's Adventures:

Keisha the Fairy Snow Queen by Teresa Reed - Informative video/article artifacts based upon themes found in Keisha's adventure in fairyland . . .

Left, "Three Cheers for Keisha" book cover
Right, Keisha's cheer leading costume.

• Keisha demonstrates patience and kindness - Kids teach me how to be kind, 
• Keisha learns what its like to be a ruler - The leader in me from Franklin Covey 

Three Cheers for Keisha by Teresa Reed - Informative video/article artifacts based upon themes found in Keisha's adventures as a cheerleader . . .

• Keisha learns to address felt needs, in order to teach cooperation - Kid President Pep Talk about Teamwork and Leadership, 
• Keisha visits a cheerleading camp and practices great routines - Quince Orchard Pom HS Squad, 6th grade pom squad learning their routine together (it's a hard workout) How I Prep for Game Day

Keisha's Maze Mystery by Lauren Benson - Informative video/article artifacts based upon themes found in Keisha's adventure at a garden birthday celebration . . .

• Keisha plays Croquet - Rules of Nine-Wicket Croquet, How to Play Croquet by Emily Riemer, Cute little girls learn croquet etiquette!
• Keisha attends a garden party - Black girls have tea parties too!, The perfect look for a garden party brunch, How to host a child's garden birthday party
• Keisha learns about jumping to conclusions - Thinking Traps: Jumping to Conclusions, How to defeat negative thinking
• Keisha battles racism - How to talk to kids about race, Racial Harmony Day, Racially Appropriate Toys, Preschool 'twins' take a stand against discrimination

Keisha To the Rescue by Teresa Reed - Informative video/article artifacts based upon themes found in Keisha's adventures as a lifeguard . . .

• Keisha learns tips for CPR - What Lifeguards Need to Know Before Performing CPR on Kids
• Keisha learns that obeying safety rules helps to save lives - Water Safety and Drowning Prevention, twins are heroes, 
• Keisha demonstrates fortitude - Tomkin Fortitude,