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$395
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 7–12 · 1999
A Reward for Josefina
Discover adventures on a 1824 New Mexico ranch.
39 pages
Hardcover
Book Series · 9 Books
American Girls Short Stories Books
In order from A Reward for Josefina 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.
Where the story begins
First Book in the Series
The complete set
American Girls Short Stories Series
9 books · Published 1999–2003
Sale price
$395
A Reward for Josefina
Chapter Book · Ages 7–12 · 1999
Discover adventures on a 1824 New Mexico ranch.
Sale price
$375
Felicity's New Sister
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1999
A carriage accident threatens family bonds and reveals hidden strength.
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$395
High Hopes for Addy
Chapter Book · Ages 7–12 · 1999
Josefina seeks to impress by gathering the most piñon nuts.
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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.
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$395
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.
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$395
Samantha Saves the Wedding
Chapter Book · Ages 7–12 · 2000
A wedding day disaster looms. Can a young girl save the day?
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$495
Kirsten and the Chippewa
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2002
A girl faces danger and finds help from unexpected allies.
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$495
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?
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$495
Thanks to Josefina
Chapter Book · Ages 7–12 · 2003
Sisters must unite their talents to overcome hardship and rediscover joy in weaving.
Good to know
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 A Reward for Josefina 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.
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