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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1986 · Est. 1 hour read
Molly's Surprise
Written by Valerie Tripp
Part of the American Girl: Molly series
A wartime Christmas brings unexpected surprises and hope.
4.0/5 Goodreads · 4,483 ratings
65 pages· 7,904 words· Est. 1 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
With her father away at war and no word from him, Molly faces a bleak Christmas. Determined to lift her family's spirits, she plans a festive surprise. Can Molly recreate the magic her father would bring, or will the holiday be overshadowed by worry? Discover how one girl's determination transforms a somber season into a heartwarming celebration, filled with unexpected joy and the best surprise of all.
From the publisher
Molly and her family face a disappointing Christmas. Dad is off at war in England, Molly’s grandparents can’t come for the holidays, and it looks like there won’t be many exciting presents. Worst of all, the family hasn’t heard from Dad for a long time, and they’re worried. But Molly decides they should make their own merry Christmas, filled with the kind of surprises that Dad would make. Thanks to Molly, the best surprise of all is waiting for the McIntires on Christmas morning.
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 65
- Words
- 7,904
- Reading age
- 8–12
- Audience
- Juvenile Reader
- Lexile
- 640L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 3.6
- F&P level
- ~P
- AR points
- 1
- AR interest level
- MG
- AR quiz
- 675
Publication
- Published
- March 1, 1988
- First published
- January 1, 1986
- Publisher
- Amer Girl Pub
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
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