Addy—Stories from America’s Civil War

Addy Walker® is a proud, courageous girl growing up in 1864, during the Civil War. Addy’s stories tell of her daring escape with her mother from slavery, and the challenges they face afterward as they try to reunite their family. But Addy’s stories are about much more than hardship. They are full of the love and hope that help her get through the worst of times and keep her dreams alive!

HC-Hard Cover

PB-Paperback

NEW! Addy’s Story Collection

370 pages  6 3/8" x 8 5/8"
HC-Item#54448 $29.95

Girls can enjoy all six classic tales of their favorite American Girl in one beautiful volume. Each book features an exquisite cover, vellum dust jacket, gorgeous full-color illustrations, gilded-edged pages, and a gold ribbon bookmark. These richly designed hardcover gift books will delight American girls everywhere.

Meet Addy: Book 1

80 pages  6 1/8" x 8 1/2"
PB-Item#7-075-2 $5.95
HC-Item#7-076-0 $12.95

Addy and her mother make a terrifying journey north, holding fast to their dream that the war will end and their family will one day be together again in freedom

Addy Learns a Lesson: Book 2

80 pages  6 1/8" x 8 1/2"
PB-Item#70779 $5.95
HC-Item#70787 $12.95

Addy starts her new life in Philadelphia. At school for the first time, she learns about reading and writing—and more.

Addy’s Surprise: Book 3

80 pages  6 1/8" x 8 1/2"
PB-Item#70795 $5.95
HC-Item#70809 $12.95

During the holiday season, Addy and Momma are generous with their meager savings and thrilled by a wonderful surprise.

Happy Birthday, Addy!: Book 4

72 pages  6 1/8" x 8 1/2"
PB-Item#70817 $5.95
HC-Item#70825 $12.95

Addy makes a new friend who encourages her to claim a birthday and helps her deal with the prejudice that she and her family face.

Addy Saves the Day: Book 5

80 pages  6 1/8" x 8 1/2"
PB-Item#70833 $5.95
HC-Item#70841 $12.95

The Civil War is over, but the feud between Addy and a schoolmate is not, until tragedy forces them to come together at last.

Changes for Addy: Book 6

72 pages  6 1/8" x 8 1/2"
PB-Item#7085X $5.95
HC-Item#70868 $12.95

The long struggle to reunite Addy’s family finally ends, but there is loss and heartache along with the happiness.

Addy Boxed Set: Books 1-6

6 3/8" W x 9" H x 1 1/2" D
PB-Item#70876 $34.95
HC-Item#70884 $74.95

The perfect way to learn about Addy is with a complete set of her six books in an attractive slipcase.

Welcome to Addy’s World • 1864

64 pages  12" x 10 1/2"
HC-Item#77714 $14.95

Girls can learn what it was like for Addy to grow up during the Civil War with this beautifully illustrated large-format book. Real letters and diaries tell about the battle against slavery, and about life on southern plantations and in northern cities.

Addy Studies Freedom

64 pages  4 1/2" x 6"
HC-Item#5-480-4 $4.95

Addy is writing an essay about freedom when President Lincoln is shot. Addy is worried—without his leadership, will freedom ever really come?

Addy’s Little Brother

64 pages  4 1/2" x 6"
HC-Item#50337 $3.95

Sam is spending time with a new boy in town, and Addy feels left out. Will her big brother forget all about her?

Addy’s Wedding Quilt

64 pages  4 1/2" x 6"
HC-Item#52747 $3.95

Addy’s parents are going to renew their vows with a church wedding in freedom. Addy can’t wait—until Harriet makes fun of her wedding gift and her family’s past.

High Hopes for Addy

56 pages  4 1/2" x 6"
HC-Item#7765X $3.95

Addy’s little sister Esther messes up Addy’s kite for the kite festival. But then she helps Addy learn how to make kites fly and dreams soar.

Addy’s Summer Place

56 pages  4 1/2" x 6"
HC-Item#56971 $4.95

At Cape Island, New Jersey, Addy eats at an ice cream parlor and feels very grown-up. But when a white girl is unfriendly with her, Addy wonders whether she is really ready to be a young lady.

Addy’s Short Story Set

4 1/2" W x 6" H x 1" D
HC-Item#54979 $11.95

The perfect gift for fans of the American Girls, this boxed set includes three hardcover short stories in an attractive slipcase. Each book features full-color illustrations, a historical picture essay, and directions for a fun activity. Set includes High Hopes for Addy, Addy’s Little Brother, and Addy Studies Freedom.

Addy's Paper Dolls

28 pages  8.58" x 10.62"
PB-Item#57048 $9.95

Girls can’t wait to play with these beautiful paper dolls! Most paper dolls use delicate tabs to hold on clothes and accessories. Our new paper dolls feature reusable sticky dots that last longer and make it easy for girls to play. Historically accurate outfits help them learn about fashions from American history. Each set includes:

- An American Girls paper doll with outfits

- Two “friend” paper dolls with outfits

- Lots of accessories

- Two-sided illustrated play scene

- Storage envelope for tucking everything away

- Mini book to make