Серия &quot;American Girl&quot;

The Glowing Heart

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Josefina's home is filled with holiday guests, including a dashing man from Mexico City who delivers a precious heirloom to Tía Dolores. Everyone is delighted with the stunning ruby ring, but as soon as the ring appears at the rancho, things start going wrong. What is going on? With all her heart, Josefina is determined to find out.

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Lost and Found

Lost and Found

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Samantha is having all kinds of fun sharing adventures with ten-year-old twins, but when an adventure leads to danger, Samantha and her friends must focus all their attention on getting back to safety. Then Samantha learns that Nellie and her sisters are in serious trouble. Samantha sets her sights on saving her friend and fighting for the family she’s always wanted. Can she find a way to do both before it’s too late?

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The Puzzle of the Paper Daughter

Reiss, Kathryn

The Puzzle of the Paper Daughter

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When Julie discovers a mysterious note written in Chinese, she brings it to her friend Ivy to translate. The note speaks of a story from long ago, but doesn't quite make sense. Julie suspects it may be written in a secret code. That night, the girls' beloved dolls are stolen. As Julie and Ivy search Chinatown, they decipher clues in the note that seem to link the stolen dolls to a long-lost friendship, and maybe a long-lost treasure. Can they unravel the secrets of the past before the...

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Reiss, Kathryn

Prints in the Sand

Erin Falligant

Prints in the Sand

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The puka shells jingle in my hand. I don't want to lose them, so I slide the necklace over my head. But as I pull my hair out from under the string of shells, the ground drops from beneath my feet. I feel the whoosh of an ocean breeze, and then a pink mist covers my eyes . . . What if you suddenly found yourself in Nanea's hometown of Honolulu during World War Two? Together, you and Nanea could send secret messages for the war effort or work in a Victory Garden. You could learn how to...

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Erin Falligant

Facing the Enemy

Facing the Enemy

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Everyone has been anxiously waiting for the supply boat, but just as it’s finally coming into view, Caroline realizes the ship is at risk. What can she do make sure the supplies arrive safely? Then, while helping on her uncle’s farm, Caroline bravely keeps watch for a thief who has been stealing vegetables, and discovers that someone else needs her help. But when will she get to go home to Sackets Harbor?

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Soaring High

Soaring High

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First Julie is inspired to raise money so that two bald eagles can fly free. But will she be able to raise enough money to build a tower for their flight? Then, on a journey to commemorate the birth of a nation, Julie finds a way to include a very significant signature on the rededication scroll. And when Julie realizes she can make a positive change in punishments at school, she runs for student body president. Will Julie get the votes she needs?

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Gunpowder and Tea Cakes

Gunpowder and Tea Cakes

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“My name is Felicity Merriman,” says a girl your age. Instead of shorts or jeans, she’s wearing a long blue gown. “Have you just arrived in the city?” She must be one of the junior interpreters, you think. She’s really good, like an actor. You decide to play along. “It seems so.” Felicity nods. “Many have arrived since the royal governor schemed to steal the colonists’ gunpowder in the dark of night. Patriots have been streaming into Williamsburg like a river in flood!” What if you...

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Lights, Camera, Rebecca!

Jacqueline Dembar Greene

Lights, Camera, Rebecca!

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Rebecca is thrilled to spend the day at a real movie studio, and when a super, spectacular opportunity presents itself, she is quick to volunteer! But how will this scene play out? Then, on a visit to Coney Island, Rebecca gets the chance to use her acting skills to lighten the mood in an embarrassing situation–and her climbing skills to rescue someone in a dangerous spot. But a factory tour makes Rebecca believe her skills are needed there, too. How can she help make things better and what part...

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Jacqueline Dembar Greene

A Smart Girl's Guide to Style

Sharon Cindrich

A Smart Girl's Guide to Style

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Girls love expressing their personality through the outfits they create. This book will help them explore their own one-of-a-kind sense of style. Girls will take quizzes to figure out which looks make them feel comfortable and confident. They'll find tips for how to shop smart and handle disagreements with parents over the clothes they buy and wear. And they'll get advice from other girls on how to ignore fashion critics and stay true to themselves.

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Sharon Cindrich

A Brighter Tomorrow

A Brighter Tomorrow

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What if you suddenly found yourself in Julie’s world–sunny San Francisco in the 1970s? How would you feel with lots of changes happening at once, and what could you do to make things change for the better? Join Julie on this adventure where the two of you can challenge the boys to a basketball contest, or spend a day at the beach and rescue a baby sea otter. Your journey back in time can take whatever twists and turns you choose, as you select from a variety of exciting options in this...

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Shadows on Society Hill

Evelyn Coleman

Shadows on Society Hill

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Addy is overjoyed when Poppa's new boss offers the Walker family a home of their own on his property in Philadelphia's elegant Society Hill neighborhood. But Addy soon discovers that their new home holds frightening secrets, and one leads straight back to the North Carolina plantation where she and her family were slaves only two years before. Can Addy uncover the truth before her family loses everything, even with someone determined to stop her? Includes an Inside Addy's World...

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Evelyn Coleman

The Smuggler's Secrets

The Smuggler's Secrets

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The War of 1812 is still raging when Caroline goes to visit her cousin Lydia and Uncle Aaron's farm deep in the woods. While there, she finds evidence that someone is smuggling precious supplies to the British. She can't believe anyone would help the enemy during wartime! Even worse: could the traitor be her own uncle? Includes an Inside Caroline's World essay about smuggling during the War of 1812.

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Manners and Mischief

Manners and Mischief

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Living with her rich grandmother, Samantha has the best of everything. But when she becomes friends with Nellie, she learns that life isn’t so easy for everyone. Samantha is determined to help her new friend–but Nellie ends up helping her, too! Then Samantha tries to help decorate for Christmas, but is disappointed when her plans are being changed. Discover what happens to help make this Christmas even better than Samantha planned.

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Second Chances

Second Chances

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Josefina’s godmother, Tía Magdalena, has taught her many things. But when a friend is in danger, will Josefina be able to think fast enough to save the day? Then a unique birthday gift from Papá ensures that Josefina will always remember the moment she made a valuable discovery about herself and her future. Now that Josefina and her sisters have learned so much, their aunt, Tía Dolores, thinks it’s time to leave the rancho. Can anyone convince her to stay?

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