American Girl Doll Fun For Girls
from American Girl

It's 1935 and Kit Kittredge is volunteering backstage for a local theater company. She plans to write an exciting newspaper article about a new play that stars famous actors from New York City.
But behind the scenes, Kit and her friend Stirling discover more drama than they bargained for!

This story features characters from American Girl's popular Kit series and includes an illustrated “Looking Back” essay.

Written by Sarah Masters Buckey, previously nominated for both the Edgar and Agatha Awards; illustrated by Jean-Paul Tibbles.

Hardcover or paperback; 192 pages

Ages 9 and up

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Kit is visiting Aunt Millie in Mountain Hollow, Kentucky, in 1934. When a professor arrives to study Kentucky mountain traditions, Kit is thrilled to help with her research—until it becomes clear that somebody doesn't want "outsiders" nosing around.

Kit decides to find out who's making trouble—even if it means venturing into Lonesome Hollow in the dark of night. Girls will enjoy solving the mystery right along with Kit.

This latest book from Kathleen Ernst, previously nominated for both the Edgar and the Agatha Award, also includes an illustrated “Looking Back” section to provide historical context.

Hardcover or paperback; 192 pages

Ages 8 and up

Molly wishes that she and her English friend, Emily, had exciting volunteer jobs that really helped in the fight to win World War Two. Instead, they're magazine delivery girls at Oak Knoll Hospital. Soon, however, Molly and Emily start to suspect that something very un-patriotic is going on at Oak Knoll—and their snooping leads them into deep trouble!

Girls will enjoy solving the mystery right along with Molly and Emily. An illustrated “Looking Back” section provides historical context.

Written by a two-time Agatha Award nominee, Sarah Masters Buckey

Hardcover or paperback; 176 pages

Ages 8 and up

A suspenseful and poignant mystery written by Janet Shaw, author of the original Kaya book series. Kaya’s village is preparing for the powerful winter Spirit Dances when an injured stranger arrives. The young woman doesn’t speak, and no one can reach her but Kaya’s beloved dog, Tatlo. Who is the stranger, and why is she so silent and alone? Will she bring harm to the village—or take Tatlo away from Kaya?
Kaya searches for clues about the woman—but she must look deep inside her own heart to truly understand her. When she does, Kaya not only solves the mystery but takes a brave step toward growing up.
Includes a full-color "Looking Back" historical essay. Paperbacks also include a tear-off post card.

144 pages - Hardcover or paperback
Ages 8 and up

Kirsten Larson has been living on the Minnesota frontier for only a few weeks when her neighbor and friend, Erik Sandahl, disappears. Erik had promised to help the Larsons at harvest time, and he owes Uncle Olav money. Everyone believes Erik has run out on his promises, except Kirsten.
Can she figure out what's happened to her friend?

Includes a glossary of Swedish words and an illustrated “Looking Back” essay.

Written by Kathleen Ernst, a four-time nominee for the Agatha and Edgar Awards, this is the first mystery featuring the American Girl historical character Kirsten Larson.

Hardcover or paperback; 192 pages

Ages 9 and up

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In the winter of 1866, Addy’s poppa gets a new job. His employer, Mr. Radisson, even offers the Walker family a home of their own on the grounds of his fine house in Society Hill.
Addy’s delight quickly evaporates as she realizes that Mr. Radisson's house holds frightening secrets—one of which leads straight back to the plantation where Addy's family was held in slavery only two years before.
Girls will enjoy solving the mystery right along with Addy.

This latest book from award-winning author Evelyn Coleman includes an illustrated “Looking Back” section to provide historical context.

Hardcover or paperback; 192 pages
Ages 8 and up

Girls have a fun new way to explore the worlds of the American Girls! They will love playing with Samantha and her best friend, Nellie, in scenes they decorate themselves.
From Samantha's bedroom to her classroom at Miss Crampton's Academy, a variety of magnets can be endlessly arranged and rearranged—and they'll stay put during play.

Perfect for travel, Samantha's Magnetic Mini World includes:
2 dolls in 4 different outfits;
2 magnetic scenes;
24 magnetic furniture pieces and accessories; and
a booklet about furniture and customs in Samantha's time.

Each packaged set measures 8.5" x 6"

For ages 8 and up

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