It's difficult to pinpoint exactly why ballerina dolls are so popular. Perhaps it's because ballerinas are symbols of poise and grace. Maybe the reason is that ballerina dolls are elegant toys that reflect the prestige of ballet. It's also hard to deny the innocent and sweet look of a ballerina doll. Every parent looks upon a daughter as being equally innocent. No matter what the source of the appeal, ballerina dolls continue to be a distributed as a large portion of the doll market.

Ballerina dolls are available in wide varieties. There are ballerina baby dolls that are essentially infant dolls dressed in tutus. There are dancing dolls, small figurines posed in common ballet positions. There are ballerina fashion dolls that wear elegant dance wear, tutus, tulle skirts or leotards. Some also come with fun accessories like leg warmers or a workout bag.

Ballerina dolls encourage creativity and imaginative thinking. Children can make up elaborate dance routines for a ballerina doll to perform. They may even be inspired to dance for the doll or with the doll. Since ballet is a physical activity, a ballerina doll will encourage physical activity in a child. A favorite ballerina doll may even encourage a young girl to take ballet classes.

As with any doll, it is always good to choose a ballerina doll that is appropriate for a child. Many ballerina dolls are cherished as collectibles. Vintage dolls are most valuable with their original outfits and shoes intact. Delicate apparel and accessories are difficult to maintain when a child is engaged in physical play with the doll. The best thing to do is to purchase a ballerina doll intended for play and save the collectible dolls for the adults.