For nearly 40 years, American Girl® has helped girls relate to historical events and eras through our books and dolls. American Girl’s® release of new editions of beloved characters’ classic books includes discussion questions to support reading and learning. Enjoy exploring history with your own American girl with these downloadable conversation guides:
Meet Josefina introduces Josefina Montoya, who is growing up on a rancho in colonial New Mexico in 1824 with her Papá and three sisters. In Happy Birthday, Josefina!, Josefina discovers her dream of becoming a healer when she saves the life of a baby goat.
Swedish immigrant Kirsten Larson moves to America in 1854 in Meet Kirsten and finds that the journey isn’t easy, but home is at the end of it. In Kirsten’s Surprise, she surprises her family during their first American Christmas with a special Swedish tradition. Kirsten becomes a big sister in Happy Birthday, Kirsten!
In Meet Addy, Addy Walker escapes enslavement in the South to begin a new life full of possibilities with her mother in 1864 Philadelphia. In Happy Birthday, Addy!, she realizes that life in freedom isn’t perfect, but she does choose the perfect day to celebrate her birthday.
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