Book Series · 6 Books

American Girl: Josefina Books

In order from Meet Josefina to Happy Birthday, Josefina!. Part of American Girl.

The American Girl: Josefina series is a set of 6 chapter books by Valerie Tripp and Susan McAliley, published between 1997 and 1998. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 85 pages.

Meet Josefina
Josefina Learns a Lesson
Josefina's Surprise
Changes for Josefina
Happy Birthday, Josefina!
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Meet Josefina
Sale price
$1295
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 1997

Meet Josefina

By Valerie Tripp, Susan McAliley, Jean Paul Tibbles (Illustrator)

A surprise from Mexico brings hope to a grieving family in 1824 New Mexico.

85 pages· 11,981 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
Hardcover
Summary: In 1824 New Mexico, young Josefina and her sisters face the challenge of maintaining their rancho after their mother's death. As they navigate a world of changing traditions and new influences, a surprise arrival from Mexico offers a glimmer of hope. Can Josefina and her family find joy amidst their struggles and embrace the future? Discover how faith and family guide them through a time of transformation and unexpected opportunities.
In reading order

American Girl: Josefina Series

6 books · Published 1997–1998

#1
Meet Josefina
#1 in Series
Sale price
$1295

Meet Josefina

Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 1997

A surprise from Mexico brings hope to a grieving family in 1824 New Mexico.

#2
Josefina Learns a Lesson
#2 in Series
Sale price
$674

Josefina Learns a Lesson

Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 1997

A flood devastates the Montoyas. Can new ideas heal or divide the family?

#3
Josefina's Surprise
#3 in Series
Sale price
$674

Josefina's Surprise

Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 1997

A damaged altar cloth threatens Christmas memories.

#6
Changes for Josefina
#6 in Series
Sale price
$695

Changes for Josefina

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1998

Can Josefina convince her aunt to stay before it's too late?

#4
Happy Birthday, Josefina!
#4 in Series
Sale price
$695

Happy Birthday, Josefina!

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1998

A young girl faces a life-or-death test to prove her healing potential.

#5
Josefina Saves the Day
#5 in Series
Sale price
$695

Josefina Saves the Day

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1998

A trader vanishes without paying, leaving Josefina with a surprising discovery that could change everything.

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Common Questions

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

There are 6 books in the American Girl: Josefina series. It began with Meet Josefina in 1997, and the newest book, Happy Birthday, Josefina!, was published in 1998.

What order should you read the American Girl: Josefina books in?

Start with Meet Josefina and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #6.

What ages are the American Girl: Josefina books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring American Girl: Josefina to life.

01

Valerie Tripp

Author
02

Susan McAliley

Author
03

Jean Paul Tibbles

Illustrator

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