The American girls collection

In 1904, nine-year-old Samantha, an orphan living with her wealthy grandmother, and her servant friend Nellie have a midnight adventure when they try to find out what has happened to the seamstress who suddenly left her job.

In 1764, Kaya greatly admires a courageous and kind young woman in her Nez Perce village and wants to be worthy of her respect. Includes historical notes on the winter activities of the Nez Perce Indians, including ceremonies and crafts.

In 1932 Kit finds that she has hard lessons to learn about the Depression, both at home, where she is helping her mother run a boarding house while her father looks for a new job, and at school, where a fight spoils the preparations fo the Thanksgiving project.

A step-by-step craft book filled with fun historical facts.

Kirsten and her family celebrate their first Christmas in their new home on Uncle Olav's farm in mid-nineteenth-century Minnesota.

When an English girl comes to stay at Molly's during World War II, she and Molly learn to bridge their differences and ultimately enjoy a wonderful, mutual birthday party.

Even though he is away serving in an English hospital during World War II, Molly's father finds a way to make the family Christmas very special.

During World War II, nine-year-old Molly goes to school and with her friends tries to aid the war effort.

A girl discovers the modern delights of turn-of-the-century New York City when she visits relatives there.

The two weeks before Christmas are filled with activity as Samantha finishes her homemade presents and makes preparations for visiting relatives.