Kit—Stories from the Great Depression

Kit Kittredge® is a clever, resourceful girl growing up in 1934, during the Great Depression. With spirit and determination, she takes on the economic and emotional challenges the Depression brings to her family. In her stories, Kit® learns what “waste not, want not” really means, reaches out to those who are far less fortunate than she is, and discovers that hope is always worth holding on to.

PB= Paperback cover     HC= Hard cover binding

NEW! Kit’s Story Collection

390 pages  6 3/8" x 8 5/8"
HC-Item#- 1-58485-446-4 $29.95
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 Kit: Book 1

80 pages  6 1/8" x 8 1/2"
PB-Item#- 50167 $5.95
HC-Item#-50175 $12.95

Kit’s world turns upside down when Mother’s friends come to stay with them and Dad loses his business. Will life ever be the same again?

Kit Learns a Lesson: Book 2

80 pages  6 1/8" x 8 1/2"
PB-Item#- 50183 $5.95
HC-Item#-5121X $12.95

Kit hopes her dad will find a job soon so that everything can return to normal. But a trip to the soup kitchen shows Kit how much the Depression has changed everything.

Kit’s Surprise: Book 3

80 pages  6 1/8" x 8 1/2"
PB-Item#- 50205 $5.95
HC-Item#- 50213 $12.95

Just before Christmas, Kit overhears the terrible news that her family may lose their house. Can she still find a way to make the holidays bright?

Happy Birthday, Kit!: Book 4

80 pages  6 1/8" x 8 1/2"
PB-Item#-50221 $5.95
HC-Item#- 5023X $12.95

With no time or money to spare, the chances of Kit having a birthday party are pretty slim. But when Aunt Millie comes for a visit, Kit finds new reasons to hope.

Kit Saves the Day: Book 5

80 pages  6 1/8" x 8 1/2"
PB-Item#- 50248 $5.95
HC-Item#- 50256 $12.95

Kit meets a young hobo who shares his exciting life on the road. When Kit decides to pursue some adventures of her own, her curiosity gets her into trouble!

Changes for Kit: Book 6

86 pages  6 1/8" x 8 1/2"
PB-Item#- 50264 $5.95
HC-Item#- 50272 $12.95

Cranky Uncle Hendrick has even Kit losing hope for better times. But when he unwittingly gives her a great idea, she shows that even one girl can make a difference.

Kit Boxed Set: Books 1-6

6 3/8" W x 9" H 1 1/2" D
PB-Item#-53573 $34.95
HC-Item#- 53581 $74.95

The perfect way to learn about Kit is with a complete set of her six books in an attractive slipcase. Books include Meet Kit, Kit Learns a Lesson, Kit’s Surprise, Happy Birthday, Kit!, Kit Saves the Day, and Changes for Kit.

Welcome to Kit’s World • 1934

64 pages  12"x 10 1/2"
HC-Item#- 5359X $16.95

Fans of The American Girls Collection will love discovering what America was like in Kit’s time. This beautiful nonfiction book provides insight into what it was like to grow up in 1934—from major historical events to the details of everyday life. Filled with exquisite photos, illustrations, and cutaway scenes, and featuring the letters and diaries of real people, this book brings the voices of yesterday to life for today’s readers.

Kit's Railway Adventure

32 pages  8" x 8"
HC-Item#- 55754 $15.95

All aboard! Kit has won an essay contest, and she and Aunt Millie are off on a great adventure! They’re heading west by train to visit spectacular Glacier Park—and to see Charlie, who’s working for the CCC. This interactive, journal-style book features historical photographs and eight pullout souvenirs for girls to keep, including a map and bookmark from the 1934 World’s Fair, a train whistle, a mini Chinese lantern, and a Native American necklace. Girls can use the secret decoder to find and figure out clues hidden throughout the book.

Kit’s Home Run

64 pages  4 1/2" x 6"
HC-Item#- 54820 $4.95

Kit doesn’t think stern Mrs. Howard is contributing much to the household “team.” But when Kit needs help, she learns what teamwork really means.

Kit's Tree House

56 pages  4 1/2" x 6"
HC-Item#- 56998 $4.95

Kit dreams of a tree house high in the branches of the backyard tree. When Dad and Stirling surprise her with a real tree house, her dream seems to have come true at last—or has it? Only Kit can decide.

Kit’s Paper Dolls

28 pages  8.58" x 10.62"
PB-Item#-57064 $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

Kit’s Friendship Fun

96 pages  8 1/2" x 10 7/8"
PC-Item#- 54154 $12.95

Girls will love exploring recipes, crafts, and games from Kit’s time with their friends. They’ll enjoy activities like putting on a radio show, making a Scottie-dog pillow, and cooking waffles just like Kit’s mother did on Christmas morning. Each chapter introduction links the activities to Kit’s stories. Features historical sidebars and authentic historical images, plus step-by-step craft instructions and full-color photography.

The American Girls Art Studio: Kit

64 pages  9" x 12"
HC-Item# 57250 $14.95