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1) The American girls party book: you're invited!

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Series

American Girl library
American girls collection

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Includes ideas and instructions for party decorations, foods, favors, and games reflecting the worlds of each of the six American Girls: Felicity, Josefina, Kirsten, Addy, Samantha, and Molly.

2) Good sports: winning, losing, and everything in between

Author

Kauchak, Therese

3) Help!: a girl's guide to divorce and stepfamilies

Author

Holyoke, Nancy

4) Welcome to Felicity's world, 1774: growing up in colonial America

Author

Gourley, Catherine

Series

American Girl library
The American girls collection

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Provides an in-depth look at daily life and historical events in the American colonies during the Revolutionary War, including home life, work, medicine, and play.

5) Welcome to Kirsten's world--1854: growing up in pioneer America

Author

Sinnott, Susan

Series

American Girl library
The American girls collection

Publisher

Pleasant Company Publications

Pub. Date

c1999

Physical Desc

58 p. : ill. (some col.), col. maps ; 27 x 31 cm.

Language

English

Description

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Presents a look at daily life in pioneer America during the 1850s by following a family that emigrates from Sweden to Minnesota.

6) Welcome to Molly's world, 1944: growing up in World War Two America

Author

Gourley, Catherine

Series

American Girl library
The American girls collection

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7) Welcome to Kaya's world, 1764: growing up in a Native American homeland

Author

Raymer, Dottie

Series

American Girl library
The American girls collection

Publisher

Pleasant Company

Pub. Date

2003

Physical Desc

p. cm.

Language

English

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Photographs, illustrations, and anecdotes, both factual and fictional, describe a Nez Perce girl's experiences growing up in the mid-eighteenth century.

8) Math smarts: tips for learning, using, and remembering math!

Author

Long, Lynette

Series

American Girl library

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Describes the importance of mathematics in everyday life and offers advice on how to make learning math skills easier.

9) A smart girl's guide to starting middle school: everything you need to know about juggling more homework, more teachers, and more friends!

Author

Williams, Julie

Series

American Girl library

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Offers advice on navigating the transition from elementary to middle school, from teacher to friends, schoolwork to homework, and lockers to classrooms.

10) A smart girl's guide to manners: the secrets to grace, confidence, and being your best

Author

Holyoke, Nancy

Series

American Girl library

Publisher

Pleasant Co. Publications

Pub. Date

c2005

Physical Desc

120 p. : col. ill. ; 25 cm.

Language

English

Description

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An introduction to socially acceptable conduct in all sorts of situations.

11) A smart girl's guide to money: how to make it, save it, and spend it

Author

Holyoke, Nancy

Series

American Girl library

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A practical guide to money smarts for girls, offering advice on how to identify spending style, tips on running a business, and information on saving and investing, and including 101 moneymaking ideas.

12) Real families: figuring out your family and where you fit in

Author

Lynch, Amy

13) Clutter control: tips and crafts to organize your bedroom, backback, locker, life

14) Oh, Brother... Oh, Sister!: a sister's guide to getting along

Author

Whitney, Brooks

15) A smart girl's guide to her parents' divorce: how to land on your feet when your world turns upside down

Author

Holyoke, Nancy

Series

American Girl library
Be your best

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Answers girls' letters about every aspect of divorce.

16) A smart girl's guide to staying home alone: a girl's guide to feeling safe and having fun

Author

Raymer, Dottie

Series

American Girl library

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Explains what to expect when one is left home alone and how to respond when the unexpected happens, with activities to help learn about one's home, neighborhood, and capabilities.

17) A smart girl's guide to knowing what to say: finding the words to fit any situation

Author

Criswell, Patti Kelley

Series

American Girl library

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18) The care and keeping of you 1: the body book for younger girls

Author

Schaefer, Valorie Lee

Series

American Girl library

Publisher

American Girl

Pub. Date

[2012]

Edition

Rev. [ed.].

Physical Desc

102 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm.

Language

English

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"Our best-selling body book for girls just got even better! With all-new illustrations and updated content for girls ages 8 and up, it features tips, how-tos, and facts from the experts. You'll find answers to questions about your changing body, from hair care to healthy eating, bad breath to bras, periods to pimples, and everything in between. Once you feel comfortable with what's happening, you'll be ready to move on to the The Care & Keeping of...

19) Sweet & savory treats cookbook: delicious recipes inspired by your favorite characters

Author

Gerulat, Nicole Hill