Name of Fangirl: Allison
Fangirl’s School Grade: Kindergarten
What is her Fangirl interest?
Allison loves anything Star Wars especially Rey, BB-8, Chopper, and R2-D2. She also likes The Avengers, Frozen, My Little Pony, and How to Train Your Dragon.
Why did you decide to shine the spotlight on this Fangirl?
Allison has autism which causes her to have behavioral and sensory issues. You would not know that though when she is watching, playing, or reading Star Wars. We are able to utilize her love of Star Wars in her therapy improving her social and communication skills. She has been able to make friends because of a shared interest in Star Wars.
How does this Fangirl express her fandom?
She loves to play with lightsabers, wear her Rey costume, watch episodes of “Rebels” and “The Clone Wars”, watch the Star Wars movies with her family, read Avengers and Star Wars stories with her mom, and has multiple Star Wars t-shirts and stuffed characters.
What is her favorite Fangirl item that she cannot live without?
Blue lightsaber