Molly Saves the Day
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1988 · Est. 1.5 hour read

Molly Saves the Day

Written by Valerie Tripp · Illustrated by Nick Backes

Book #5 in the American Girl: Molly series

A camp game threatens Molly's summer; can she save the day?

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88 pages· 9,057 words· Est. 1.5 hour read· 580L
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Bookroo's summary

In 1944, Molly navigates life on the home front, missing her father away at war. At Camp Gowonagin, a fierce Color War game jeopardizes her summer fun. With her lively spirit and clever mind, Molly must find a way to unite her team and overcome the challenge. Can she turn the tide and bring everyone together, just as her country must do to win the war? Discover how Molly's ingenuity and determination shine through in this heartwarming tale of friendship and resilience.

From the publisher

Molly is a lively, lovable schemer and dreamer growing up in 1944. Her stories describe her life on the home front during World War Two. Molly doesn’t like many of the changes the war has brought, and she especially misses her father, who is away caring for wounded soldiers. But Molly learns the importance of getting along and pulling together – just as her country has to do to win the war!A game of Color War threatens to ruin Molly’s summer fun at Camp Gowonagin. She must use her ingenuity to save the day.

At a glance
Format
Pages
88
Words
9,057
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
580L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.7
F&P level
~O
AR points
1
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
5235
Publication
Published
July 1, 1988
First published
June 1, 1988
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780937295434

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