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Molly and the Movie Star

by Valerie Tripp · 2000

American Girls Short Stories seriesNext:Samantha Saves the Wedding(2000) →

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Few children's book series can match the runaway success of the American Girls Short Stories. In one year we've sold nearly 2 million copies of these perfectly pocket-sized (4 1/2" x 6") hardcover books featuring the adventures of the American Girls. Full-color illustrations, a historical picture essay, and directions for a craft project in every book make these an incredible value at just $3.95 each.Molly's class chooses her to give their War Bond money to a famous movie star. But her big idea for presenting it is almost a disaster.

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historical fictionhistorical fictionMore like thisLess of thisWorld War IIWorld War IIMore like thisLess of this
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childhoodchildhoodMore like thisLess of this
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World War IIWorld War IIMore like thisLess of thisUSAUSAMore like thisLess of this
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childrensmiddle grade

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