Book Series · 6 Books

American Girl: Molly Books

In order from Meet Molly to Changes for Molly. Part of American Girl.

The American Girl: Molly series is a set of 6 chapter books by Valerie Tripp, published between 1986 and 1988. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 80 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$674

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 1986

Meet Molly

By Valerie Tripp, Nick Backes (Illustrator)

In 1944, Molly's prank war with her brother spirals out of control.

59 pages· 8,297 words· Est. 1 hour read

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Paperback

Ages 7–10Junior Chapter Book Club

Love American Girl: Molly? Keep them reading.

Two hardcover chapter books a month for readers ready for longer stories, with coordinated spines for a beautiful shelf.

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In reading order

American Girl: Molly Series

6 books · Published 1986–1988

#1 in Series

Sale price

$674

Meet Molly

Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 1986

In 1944, Molly's prank war with her brother spirals out of control.

#2 in Series

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$674

Molly Learns a Lesson

Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 1986

Molly's secret project risks failure and discovery. Can she outsmart her rivals?

#3 in Series

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$695

Molly's Surprise

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1986

A wartime Christmas brings unexpected surprises and hope.

#4 in Series

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$574

Happy Birthday, Molly

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1988

Two girls from different worlds find common ground during wartime.

#5 in Series

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$695

Molly Saves the Day

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1988

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

#6 in Series

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$695

Changes for Molly

Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 1988

A young girl eagerly awaits her father's return from war, but illness threatens her big performance.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the American Girl: Molly series?

There are 6 books in the American Girl: Molly series. It began with Meet Molly in 1986, and the newest book, Changes for Molly, was published in 1988.