Provides an in-depth look at daily life and historical events in the American colonies during the Revolutionary War, including home life, work, medicine, and play.

Meet Felicity, a spunky, spritely nine-year-old girl who lives in Williamsburg, Virginia, in 1774, just before the Revolutionary War. American Girls Collection/Felicity #1.

Take an in-depth look at life for girls and women in America in 1904, featuring city and town life, social reform, new inventions, amusements and more. Lavishly illustrated spreads feature historical photos, cutaway scenes and fascinating facts. Color illustrations throughout.

"Published in cooperation with the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation."

If Kit Kittredge could write her own story about how the Depression affected her family, she'd make sure it had a happy ending. But the reality is that she and her family are living through the Depression one grim day at a time. The Kittredges' boarding house brings in some money, but it may not be enough to keep them from losing their house. Kit struggles with an endless list of chores that keeps her constantly busy at home. But she knows that there are people who have lost even more than her family has because of the Depression, and she looks for ways to help. To her great surprise, Kit discovers that along with hard times come good times, too. Book jacket.

Discover daily life in pioneer America during the 1850s by following a family that emigrates from Sweden to Minnesota. Lavishly illustrated spreads feature historical photos, cutaway scenes and fascinating facts. Color illustrations throughout.

Help girls find the right words to fit more than 200 situations! With the advice in this latest addition to the Smart Girl's Guide series, girls will learn smart words to choose when stressed, shy, sad, or facing other awkward moments. Girls can ask a teacher for help. Stand up to a bully. Express sympathy for the loss of a loved one. Plus, the tools, tips, techniques, (and actual words!) will help girls untangle their tongues and speak out with confidence and grace.