The American Girls Collection®
Bringing History to Life
The American Girls Collection® captivates readers with stories of heart, hope, and
history. The stories entertain while also teaching American history. The books have
been thoroughly researched—every last detail is historically accurate. The nonfiction
“Looking Back” essays at the end of each book offer a wealth of historical
information.
Unit Study Utilizing the
American Girl Books
Portraits of American Girlhood

Kaya—Stories from the first American Girl

Kaya® is an adventurous Nez Perce girl living in 1764
whose deep love of horses and respect for nature
nourish her spirit. Kaya dreams of becoming a
courageous leader for her people who’s ready to meet
whatever the future brings. She draws strength from her
family, the legends her elders tell, and the bold warrior
woman who is her hero. And she learns that the choices
she makes affect all Nez Perce people.

Meet Kaya: Book 1
Kaya’s Escape!: Book 2
Kaya’s Hero: Book 3
Kaya and Lone Dog: Book 4
Kaya Shows the Way: Book 5
Changes for Kaya: Book 6
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Felicity—Stories from Colonial America

Felicity Merriman® is a spunky, spritely girl growing up in
colonial Virginia in 1774, just before the Revolutionary
War. Felicity® grows impatient doing the “sitting-down
kinds of things” that colonial girls are expected to do.
She much prefers to be outdoors, especially riding
horses! In her stories, Felicity learns about loyalty and
responsibility—to her family, her friends, and her
country—and what it means to be truly independent.

Meet Felicity: Book 1
Felicity Learns a Lesson: Book 2
Felicity’s Surprise: Book 3
Happy Birthday, Felicity!: Book 4
Felicity Saves the Day: Book 5
Changes for Felicity: Book 6

Josefina—Stories from America’s Southwest
Frontier

Josefina Montoya® is a girl of heart and hope growing
up in 1824 New Mexico, a place of sweeping big skies
and hard work, danger, and dreams. In Josefina’s
stories, she and her family watch their old ways cross
paths with the new as americano traders arrive from the
east. Josefina is lucky to have her family and faith to
guide her through all the changes in her life!

Meet Josefina: Book 1
Josefina Learns a Lesson: Book 2
Josefina’s Surprise: Book 3
Happy Birthday, Josefina!: Book 4
Josefina Saves the Day: Book 5
Changes for Josefina: Book 6

Kirsten—Stories from Pioneer America

Kirstens Larson® is a pioneer girl of strength and spirit
growing up on the Minnesota prairie in 1854. Kirsten’s
stories begin with her long, dangerous voyage with her
family from Sweden to America. At first, Kirsten finds it
difficult to get used to this strange new country. But as
she makes friends and discovers what her new land has
to offer, she learns the true meaning of home—and that
love is the same in any language.

Meet Kirsten: Book 1
Kirsten Learns a Lesson: Book 2
Kirsten’s Surprise: Book 3
Happy Birthday, Kirsten!: Book 4
Kirsten Saves the Day: Book 5
Changes for Kirsten: Book 6

Addy—Stories from America’s Civil War

Addy Walker® is a proud, courageous girl growing up in
1864, during the Civil War. Addy’s stories tell of her
daring escape with her mother from slavery, and the
challenges they face afterward as they try to reunite
their family. But Addy’s stories are about much more
than hardship. They are full of the love and hope that
help her get through the worst of times and keep her
dreams alive!

Meet Addy: Book 1
Addy Learns a Lesson: Book 2
Addy’s Surprise: Book 3
Happy Birthday, Addy!: Book 4
Addy Saves the Day: Book 5
Changes for Addy: Book 6

Samantha—Stories from America’s New
Century

Samantha Parkington® is a bright compassionate girl
being raised by her wealthy grandmother in 1904 during
a time of great change. Samantha’s world is filled with
frills and finery, parties and play. But Samantha sees
that times are not good for everybody. That’s why she
tries to make a difference in the life of her friend Nellie, a
servant girl whose world is nothing like Samantha’s.

Meet Samantha: Book 1
Samantha Learns a Lesson: Book 2
Samantha’s Surprise: Book 3
Happy Birthday, Samantha!: Book 4
Samantha Saves the Day: Book 5
Changes for Samantha: Book 6

Kit—Stories from the Great Depression

Kit Kittredge® is a clever, resourceful girl growing up in
1934, during the Great Depression. With spirit and
determination, she takes on the economic and emotional
challenges the Depression brings to her family. In her
stories, Kit® learns what “waste not, want not” really
means, reaches out to those who are far less fortunate
than she is, and discovers that hope is always worth
holding on to.

Meet Kit: Book 1
Kit Learns a Lesson: Book 2
Kit’s Surprise: Book 3
Happy Birthday, Kit!: Book 4
Kit Saves the Day: Book 5
Changes for Kit: Book 6

Molly—Stories from World War Two America

Molly McIntire® is a lively, lovable schemer and dreamer
growing up in 1944. Her stories describe her life on the
home front during World War Two. Molly doesn't like
many of the changes the war has brought, and she
especially misses her father, who is away caring for
wounded soldiers. But Molly learns the importance of
getting along and pulling together—just as her country
has to do to win the war!

Meet Molly: Book 1
Molly Learns a Lesson: Book 2
Molly’s Surprise: Book 3
Happy Birthday, Molly!: Book 4
Molly Saves the Day: Book 5
Changes for Molly: Book 6

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