Dora the Explorer

Dora the Explorer is the title character and protagonist of the American children’s animated television series and multimedia franchise of the same name. She is portrayed as a heroic Latina girl who embarks on countless adventures in order to find something or help somebody in need. Dora is a multilingual educator who likes sports, family, exploring the world, and her friends Boots, Backpack, Map, Isa, Benny, and Tico. Dora also has a cousin named Diego Márquez that she sometimes has adventures with. As a 10-year-old in “Dora and Friends: Into the City!”, she is portrayed as a compassionate leader and role model, who has multiple dynamic peer relationships. Her character adds depth to the mystical side of the children’s animated television series.