Meet Samantha
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 1986 · Est. 1 hour read

Meet Samantha

Written by Susan Adler · Illustrated by Dan Andreasen

Book #1 in the American Girl: Samantha series

An orphan and her friend uncover a household mystery in 1904.

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80 pages· 7,881 words· Est. 1 hour read· 610L
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In 1904, orphan Samantha lives with her wealthy grandmother, longing for companionship. When Nellie, a working girl, moves next door, they form a bond. Together, they embark on a secret midnight adventure to uncover why the seamstress, Jessie, is leaving. As they delve into the mystery, Samantha and Nellie navigate the complexities of their different worlds, challenging societal norms and discovering hidden truths. Will their friendship withstand the secrets they uncover?

From the publisher

The books in this collection tell the stories of six American girls who lived long ago:

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
80
Words
7,881
Reading age
8–10
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
610L
Themes & topics
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The American Girl: Samantha series

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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.8
F&P level
~O
AR points
1
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
427
Publication
Published
March 1, 1988
First published
January 1, 1986
Publisher
American Girl
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780937295045
LCCN
98016815
OCLC
38885601

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