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The historical character Samantha Parkington is a very precocious girl at the turn of the nineteenth century. This American Girl book takes a look at what's going on, not only in Samantha's life, but also throughout society and the country. The changes happening to her and her family are affecting other lives in her city, and the extended world beyond. Each of these wonderful "Welcome" books showcases an era of our American History. I'm grateful to American Girl for this superb collection! Nancy Poquadeck
The book is beautiful, but the content is such that it would be frightening to an eight-year-old child. The descriptions of the Triangle Shirtworks Fire and linchings are enough to give an adult nightmares. It is an excellent history but it should wait until the child is a teenager. I learned things from the book that I was not aware of, such as the Orphan Trains and the Children's March. It is a wonderfully researched book but should be labeled for an older age than eight years. It is beautifully illustrated as well. I was glad I had the book sent directly to me instead of to my seven-year-old granddaughter.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
We are collecting each of these out-of-print American Girl books. They are so well-done, interesting, and draw a fascinating portrait of each era that is age appropriate and detailed. Not a dumbed-down children’s book, and draws adults in too.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
This book gives a lot of detail and pictures showing true history of the time period in which the character lived.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
This has lots of pictures and historical information for young girls.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
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