Kirsten's Boxed Set (The American Girls Collection/Boxed Set) [Box set] [Paperback]

Janet Shaw (Author), Paul Lackner (Illustrator), Renee Graef (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1, 1990 | Age Range: 8 and up | Series: The American Girls Collection/Boxed Set

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

--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Age Range: 8 and up
  
• Paperback
• Publisher: American Girl Publishing Inc; First Edition edition (September 1, 1990)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0937295760
• ISBN-13: 978-0937295762
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6.3 x 1.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #588,276 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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34 of 36 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Well written historical fiction for girls May 17, 1997

By A Customer

Format:Paperback

Kristen is a Swedish immigrant girl who settles in the Northern plains with her family. She faces language barriers, Indians, poverty and even bears with courage.

These books (and all the ones in the American Girls series) are written at a 2-3 grade level or are great to read aloud to younger children. The "American Girls" provide children with a sense of American history, a sense of what it was like to live during that historcial period and strong female role models. My daughters and I love them

29 of 31 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Kirsten; A Journey to a Special Time December 22, 2000

By MLT

Format:Paperback

Joining Kirsten in her travel from Sweden to the United States and then on to the forests of Minnesota has been an enjoyable and interseting experience for both my daughter and I. The pioneer time of our country's history has always been of an interest to me as I have read of my own family's journeys from Hingham England to Massachusetts and then on to Montana during the time of the late 1600's through the early 1800's. What a rich heritage they passed on. And now, my daughter can enjoy learning about the pioneer era with a girl her own age. We have had a great deal of enjoyment reading these books together and discussing what happened to Kirsten in each one. Especially interesting and enlightening are the "Peek Into the Past" sections found at the end of each book. We have had some interesting and lively discussions about what it would be like to live during Kirsten's time. It has been very refreshing to see my daughter and her friends develop a deep interset in these books, role playing the characters, playing with the dolls, and learning about another time rather than pursuing the mindless, empty fluff of many things vying for a young girl's attention. Although some of Kirsten's experiences are a bit far-fetched (I.e. - not fearing a bear, having a pet racoon) the books' intrinsic value is not in the experiences, but rather in the history given in a light, fun way - what better way to learn than by having fun doing it.

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Buy these books directly from Amazon, not the Amason Marketplace sellers... May 19, 2009

By Toy and Music Enthusiast

Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase

If you are considering purchasing this set, please note that there are 2 boxed sets being sold here that are very different in quality. Many of the Amazon marketplace sellers are selling the older Pleasant Company versions of these stories without mentioning that they are doing so in their listings. The newer American Girl boxed sets are glossier, twice as thick, and much more colorful and appealing. Also, even the new or like new Pleasant Company boxed sets have a weaker binding because the glue used to make them is so old and frail. If you want the highest quality books for your money, buy these from Amazon directly. Or, at least make certain of what you're getting beforehand. The newer American Girl boxed set is vastly superior to the Old Pleasant Company version.

16 of 19 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A great book June 21, 1999

By A Customer

Format:Paperback

Pioneers have always been interesting to me. Maybe that's why I loved the Kirsten books so much. When you read the Kirsten books, it is so easy to put yourself in her position. To know what she went through. You just seem to find yourself imagining what you would of done in her place. I reccomend these books to all girls!

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars I Loved them as a Child May 13, 2006

By Green Marker Girl

Format:Paperback

When I was a little girl, I would take my Kirsten Collection home from the library and read them over and over again. I adored them. Kirsten was such a spunky, loveable character, and I eventually grew up to love historical fiction. The short but sweet series is all about a young, Sweedish immigrant girl, Kirsten Larson, and her family.

They have a magical series of adventures, as well asheartaches, during their experience. Kirsten has an encounter with a bear, goes to school, gets lost in the city - and many more adventures.

I would definetely suggest reading this series to your young girl. It will spark an interest in historical fiction as well as reading in general.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Too Bad They Didn't Have These When I Was Younger October 12, 2005

By Ellie Reasoner

Format:Paperback

One of two American Girls books I've read and probably the more enjoyable of the pair. I liked the descriptions of the raw, open country of Minnesota, and how the family faces it after a long journey from Sweden. This series can teach a lot about history and life in other times, and it also serves up some lessons in an admirably non-preachy manner. Kirsten was spunky and I hope readers noticed how hard children in the past worked compared to today. There wasn't always a lot of free time and people then were more appreciative of what they had. I like the American Girls book series (the endless merchandising of its themed products notwithstanding) and hope it stays popular for a long time.

5.0 out of 5 stars My daughter is now hooked on reading! April 8, 2013

By Debra H. Lindstrom

Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase

My seven year old daughter and I read a chapter a night and she often begs for a second. The stories are exciting and seem historically accurate--I am so impressed by such a fun way to learn American history. We're almost done with this set and have already ordered a second set.

5.0 out of 5 stars How do you get a frustrated dislexic little girl to read? February 3, 2013

By Kimberly A. Collins

Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase

Find a story she cannot put down. I bought this series in hopes of engaging my 10 year old grand-daughter, and helping her to learn to love books. The first book hooked her and we did not see much of her until the very last page of the final book. We're a book loving family, so we were excited when she found something that brought her the joy of reading. She is now reading the Molly books, and Grandma has a secret stash of other American Girl sets awaiting their turn to be loved.