They were doll that taught preschoolers how to dress them selves. Button, zippers, snaps, tie laces, open & close buckles...etc. I had one of these "Dapper Dan" dolls in 1971 or 1972 when I was 4 or 5 yrs old. I loved it. I took it everywhere I went. I just found a newer version of it on Fingerhut.com! I think I am going to get one for my 4 1/2 yr old daughter! Thanks