Book Series · 20 Books

American Girl Historical Characters Books

In order from Kaya: Smoke on the Wind to Melody: My Diary. Part of American Girl.

The American Girl Historical Characters series is a set of 20 chapter books by Valerie Tripp, published between 2014 and 2025. Written for ages 4–12, most books run about 130 pages.

Kaya: Smoke on the Wind

Julie: The Big Break

Julie Takes a Stand

Kaya: The Journey Begins

Kit: Turning Things Around

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Kaya: Smoke on the Wind

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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 2014

Kaya: Smoke on the Wind

A girl braves mountain fires to find her stolen horse.

120 pages

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Summary: Kaya's cherished horse, Steps High, is taken by raiders, leaving her heartbroken. Rumors of wild spotted horses in the mountains spark hope. Joining a hunting party, Kaya ventures into the wilderness, but the ominous scent of smoke signals danger. As she searches for Steps High, Kaya confronts a fear more daunting than she ever imagined. Will she find her horse amidst the looming threat of mountain fires, or will her quest lead to an unexpected fate?

The complete set

American Girl Historical Characters Series

20 books · Published 2014–2025

Kaya: Smoke on the Wind

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$759

Kaya: Smoke on the Wind

Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 2014

A girl braves mountain fires to find her stolen horse.

Julie: The Big Break

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$759

Julie: The Big Break

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2014

A girl challenges gender norms to join the boys' basketball team.

Julie Takes a Stand

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$759

Julie Takes a Stand

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2014

Julie faces pioneer challenges and a heated school election. Can she change the system?

Kaya: The Journey Begins

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$759

Kaya: The Journey Begins

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2014

A daring race leads to danger and captivity. Can she escape?

Kit: Turning Things Around

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$759

Kit: Turning Things Around

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2014

Can one girl bring hope to homeless kids during the Depression's darkest days?

Kit: Read All About It!

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$759

Kit: Read All About It!

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2014

A young girl faces the Great Depression's challenges to save her family's home.

Lights, Camera, Rebecca!

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Lights, Camera, Rebecca!

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2014

A secret role and a factory's dark truth challenge Rebecca's courage.

Addy: A Heart Full of Hope

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$759

Addy: A Heart Full of Hope

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2014

Can Addy's family reunite before the New Year amidst new friendships and surprises?

Josefina: Second Chances

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Josefina: Second Chances

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2014

A young girl faces danger and family secrets to prove her courage and keep her family together.

Maryellen: Taking Off

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Maryellen: Taking Off

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015

A girl must find her lost dog and sister in the woods overnight.

Melody 1964: No Ordinary Sound

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$759

Melody 1964: No Ordinary Sound

Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016

A young girl faces discrimination and must find her voice amidst tragedy.

Melody

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$759

Melody

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

Can Melody's voice shine in the studio and her community?

Nanea: The Spirit of Aloha

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$759

Nanea: The Spirit of Aloha

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

A young girl faces war's chaos and discovers unexpected strength.

Courtney Changes the Game

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$759

Courtney Changes the Game

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

A gamer navigates family changes and dreams of a heroic girl character.

The Gift

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The Gift

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

A wealthy orphan defies societal norms to befriend a servant girl, uncovering truths about friendship and family.

Molly: A Winning Spirit

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$759

Molly: A Winning Spirit

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

A young girl rallies her community to keep hope alive during wartime.

Meet Claudie

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Meet Claudie

Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 2022

A young girl must find her hidden talent to save her home from eviction.

Isabel: My Journal

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$759

Isabel: My Journal

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

A 9-year-old navigates changing friendships and self-discovery in 1999 Seattle.

Nicki: My Journal

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$759

Nicki: My Journal

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

A 9-year-old's journal reveals adventures, mishaps, and a millennium party.

Melody: My Diary

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$759

Melody: My Diary

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2025

A young girl faces discrimination and must find her voice amidst the Civil Rights Movement's turmoil.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the American Girl Historical Characters series?

There are 20 books in the American Girl Historical Characters series. It began with Kaya: Smoke on the Wind in 2014, and the newest book, Melody: My Diary, was published in 2025.

What ages are the American Girl Historical Characters books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

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