Book Series · 4 Books

The American Girls Collection Books

In order from Welcome to Samantha's World 1904 to Kit's Railway Adventure.

The American Girls Collection series is a set of 4 chapter books by Catherine Gourley, published between 1999 and 2003. Written for ages 7–12, most books run about 60 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$1597

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1999

Welcome to Samantha's World 1904

By Catherine Gourley

Explore 1904 America through a young girl's eyes, uncovering social changes and new inventions.

58 pages· 4,636 words· Est. 39 min read

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Hardcover

Summary: Step into 1904 America with nine-year-old Samantha as she navigates city life, social reforms, and groundbreaking inventions. Discover the era's vibrant culture through historical photos and personal diaries, revealing the voices of the past. What challenges and wonders will Samantha encounter in this transformative time?

The complete set

The American Girls Collection Series

4 books · Published 1999–2003

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$1597

Welcome to Samantha's World 1904

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1999

Explore 1904 America through a young girl's eyes, uncovering social changes and new inventions.

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$1597

Welcome to Molly's World 1944

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1999

Explore life on the WWII homefront through a young girl's eyes.

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$1595

Molly's Route 66 Adventure

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2002

Decode clues to win a Hollywood mystery contest.

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$1595

Kit's Railway Adventure

Chapter Book · Ages 7–12 · 2003

A girl wins a train trip, meeting diverse characters on a journey to Glacier Park.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the American Girls Collection series?

There are 4 books in the American Girls Collection series. It began with Welcome to Samantha's World 1904 in 1999, and the newest book, Kit's Railway Adventure, was published in 2003.