Book Series · 9 Books

American Girls Short Stories Books

In order from Kirsten on the Trail to Thanks to Josefina.

The American Girls Short Stories series is a set of 9 chapter books by Valerie Tripp, published between 1999 and 2003. Written for ages 7–12, most books run about 40 pages.

Kirsten on the Trail
Molly Takes Flight
A Reward for Josefina
Felicity's New Sister
Samantha Saves the Wedding
Kirsten and the Chippewa
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Kirsten on the Trail
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1999

Kirsten on the Trail

By Janet Beeler Shaw, Renee Graef (Illustrator)

A secret friendship is tested when a brother goes missing.

39 pages· 3,410 words· Est. 29 min read
Hardcover
Summary: Kirsten's secret friendship with a Sioux girl faces a test when her little brother disappears. As she navigates the challenges of keeping her bond hidden, the stakes rise with her brother's safety on the line. Will Kirsten's secret be revealed, and can she find her brother before it's too late? This tale of friendship and courage unfolds with unexpected twists, leaving readers eager to discover the outcome.
The complete set

American Girls Short Stories Series

9 books · Published 1999–2003

Series
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$395

Kirsten on the Trail

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1999

A secret friendship is tested when a brother goes missing.

High Hopes for Addy

Chapter Book · Ages 7–12 · 1999

Josefina seeks to impress by gathering the most piñon nuts.

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Molly Takes Flight

Chapter Book · Ages 7–12 · 1999

A girl's world shifts as her family joins the war effort, leaving her to navigate change alone.

Felicity's New Sister

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1999

A carriage accident threatens family bonds and reveals hidden strength.

Samantha Saves the Wedding

Chapter Book · Ages 7–12 · 2000

A wedding day disaster looms. Can a young girl save the day?

Kirsten and the Chippewa

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2002

A girl faces danger and finds help from unexpected allies.

Kit's Tree House

Chapter Book · Ages 7–12 · 2003

A girl's dream tree house isn't what she imagined. Can she find contentment?

Thanks to Josefina

Chapter Book · Ages 7–12 · 2003

Sisters must unite their talents to overcome hardship and rediscover joy in weaving.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the American Girls Short Stories series?

There are 9 books in the American Girls Short Stories series. It began with Kirsten on the Trail in 1999, and the newest book, Thanks to Josefina, was published in 2003.

What ages are the American Girls Short Stories books best for?

The series is best for ages 7–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring American Girls Short Stories to life.

01

Janet Beeler Shaw

Author
02

Valerie Tripp

Author
03

Philip Hood

Author
04

Susan McAliley

Author
05

Renee Graef

Illustrator
06

Dan Andreasen

Illustrator

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