This is the tale of frontier life and the interaction of a pioneer girl and her indian friend of the same age. Some of the published credits of janet beeler shaw include meet kirsten, an american girl, kayas story collection american girl, kirsten s story collection american girl, and kirsten s short story collection american girls collection. Janet shaw 1937full name janet beeler shaw american novelist, poet, and short story writer. Kirsten on the trail american girls short stories by. Kirsten shows singing bird the secret fort, and singing bird invites kirsten to visit her at her home. Author janet beeler shaw illustrator renee graef isbn 1562477641 setting march, 1855 in relation to kirstens series after the events of kirstens surprise kirsten on the trail is part of. Author of kirsten learns a lesson, kirsten saves the day, changes for kirsten, kirstens surprise, happy birthday, kirsten. This is also our first book in any american girl series and our first book by this author. This book is also choc full of captivating illustrations of the vast open land that so vividly illustrates the literal purpose of westward expansion. Kaya, 1764 felicity, 1774 caroline, 1812 josefina, 1824 mariegrace and cecile, 1853 addy, 1864 samantha, 1904 rebecca, 1914 kit, 1934 nanea, 1941 molly, 1944 more. We love reading books that take place during the 1800s time period. Kirsten braves terrible storms and deadly disease on her journey across the ocean.
An american girl is the first book in the kaya series. We are offering quick store pickup delivery for online orders. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience. Kirsten on the trail by janet beeler shaw librarything. Find kirsten on the trail american girl collection 1562477641 by shaw, janet beeler. Part of the american girl series, which focuses on the lives of young female protagonists in different time periods of american history, her novels are noted. Janet beeler shaw books list of books by author janet. Contentsshow biography shaw was born in springfield, illinois. Meet josefina montoya, a nineyearold girl growning up in new mexico in 1824. Kirsten on the trail the cover of kirsten on the trail.
Mar 01, 2000 kirsten and the new girl is part of the american girls short stories series of books for younger readers. But when kirstens little brother, peter, gets lost in the woods. Introductionshaw is known for her accessible, historical novels aimed at a juvenile audience. Coronavirus hours we have reduced our store hours due to the coronavirus, please visit the locations page for uptodate hours. Kirsten on the trail is a great addition to the original box set of 6 kirsten, an american girl books. Discover book depositorys huge selection of renee graef books online. Its been more than two months since they left europe, and land is finally in sight. Discover american girl books, magazines, building blocks, and movies for girls ages means to be an american girl with fun today and memories forever. Kirsten on the trail is a good story for early readers and children who can hold their attention to a twenty minute story. Janet beeler shaw books biography and list of works. Her short stories have also been published in magazines including the atlantic monthly redbook and mccall s.
Molly takes flight by janet beeler shaw 1999, hardcover. Now they have no home and very few things, but if they can make enough money they can buy a house from friends going on the oregon trail. After six long weeks at sea, she finally hears the welcome cry, land ho. Kirsten wants to keep some of their old swedish traditions alive in the new country, so. Kirsten and the chippewa by janet beeler shaw at barnes. Janet beeler shaw has 52 books on goodreads with 84443 ratings. Includes a section on sioux indians and a project related to the. In kirsten on the trail, kirsten s secret indian friend returns. Janet beeler shaw primary author only author division.
Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. Aka janet beeler shaw, she was born in springfield, illinois, grew up in columbia, missouri, and now lives in asheville, north carolina. Kirsten larson, a nineyearold swedish girl, is anxious to set feet on dry land and to enjoy. Kirsten on the trail american girl collection janet beeler shaw, renee graef on. When mama finds out about singing bird, she forbids kirsten to play with her. Written by janet beeler shaw, audiobook narrated by rachel botchan. In kirsten on the trail, kirstens secret indian more. In kirsten on the trail, kirstens secret indian friend return. This volume, which is written by janet shaw and illustrated by renee graf, focuses on kirsten, a tenyearold girl whose family had emigrated from sweden to minnesota about a year before this story takes place. Learn how the indian girl becomes accepted by kirsten s m. Nineyearold kirsten keeps her friendship with a sioux indian girl a secret until kirsten s little brother becomes lost in the woods. Nineyearold kirsten keeps her friendship with a sioux indian girl a secret until kirstens little brother becomes lost in the woods.
Shes written stories for many magazines, including the atlantic, plus poetry. Janet beeler shaw is currently considered a single author. The american girls collection books kirstens short story. Feb 09, 2011 this is the first book in the american girls kirsten series. These are cute books, stories to go along with the american girl dolls they are about. American girls kirstens story collection 1854 janet shaw hbdj l3. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. Signin to download and listen to this audiobook today. Janet beeler shaw s most popular book is meet kirsten. Kirsten and the chippewa kirsten and the new girl kirsten on the trail 9781584854968. Kirsten on the trail by janet beeler shaw goodreads. Renee graef nineyearold kirsten keeps her friendship with a sioux indian girl a secret until kirstens little brother becomes lost in the woods. The girl is named singing bird, and calls kirsten yellow hair kirsten has stereotypically blonde scandinavian hair. Originally published in american girl magazine, novdec 1992 premiere issue, under the title looking for indians.
Kirsten and the chippewa american girls short stories janet beeler shaw, philip hood, susan mcaliley, renee graef on. Click to read more about kirsten on the trail by janet beeler shaw. The nook book ebook of the meet kirsten american girl collection series. But when kirstens little brother, peter, gets lost in the woods, kirsten knows just whom to call on for help. Kirsten and the new girl is part of the american girls short stories series of books for younger readers. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1. Buy a cheap copy of american girl kirstens surprise book by janet beeler shaw. Kirsten and the new girl american girl collection janet beeler shaw, renee graef on. Meet kaya in 2020 american girl books, american girl. Kirsten and the chippewakirsten and the new girlkirsten on the trail. Shop the latest titles by janet beeler shaw at alibris including hardcovers, paperbacks, 1st editions, and audiobooks from thousands of sellers worldwide. Jan 6, 2020 meet kaya the most recent cover of meet kaya. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. Author of kirsten learns a lesson, kirsten saves the day, changes for kirsten, kirsten s surprise, happy birthday, kirsten.
May contain limited notes, underlining or highlighting that does affect the text. She has published two books of poetry a collection of short fiction and an adult novel taking leave. They settle in minnesota, where they live on uncles farm. See all books authored by janet beeler shaw, including meet kirsten, and kirsten. Kirsten on the trail american girls short stories by shaw.
Janet beeler shaw books, biography, contact information. Kirstens short story collection american girl wiki fandom. Browse author series lists, sequels, pseudonyms, synopses, book covers, ratings and awards. We personally assess every book s quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures.
Knowing that most white people around her distrust the native americans, kirsten keeps her friendship with singing bird a secret. Kirsten on the trail american girl collection 1562477641. Her short stories have also been published in magazines including the atlantic monthly redbook and mccalls. Featured movies all video latest this just in prelinger archives democracy now. Kirsten on the trail lexile find a book metametrics inc. Get this book free when you sign up for a 30day trial. As a small business we would be very grateful for your support during this uncertain time. In kirsten on the trail, kirstens secret indian friend returns. Janet shaw is the author of the kaya and kirsten books in the american girls collection.
Kirstens short story collection is a bound book of kirstens short stories. Kirsten on the trail the american girls short stories. Book and unclipped dust jacket are in very good condition, generally crisp and clean, with tight binding and sharp corners. Kirsten and the chippewa american girls short stories. American girl kirstens surprise book by janet beeler shaw. Kirsten and her family will be celebrating their first christmas in america. Kaya and kirsten books in the american girls collection.
Kirsten is afraid the chippewa indians will harm her family or her dog, caro, but when caro is in danger. Meet kirsten, an american girl by janet beeler shaw book 30 editions published between 1986 and 2000 in english and undetermined and held by 3,062 worldcat member libraries worldwide. In kirstens promise, kirsten meets ezra, a little boy who is living out of an overturned wagon. In this book, kirstens family immigrates from sweden to america in 1854. Kirsten on the trail american girls short stories by shaw, janet beeler book condition. We deliver the joy of reading in 100% recycled packaging with free standard shipping on u. The american girls collection books kirstens short. Josefina and her sisters have been struggling ever since mama died a year ago. Janet beeler shaw is the author of the kaya and kirsten books in the american girls collection. Kirsten on the trail american girl collection by janet beeler shaw. Spine creases, wear to binding and pages from reading.
Kirsten on the trail american girls short stories by shaw, janet beeler book. If one or more works are by a distinct, homonymous authors, go ahead and split the author. Kirsten is a steadfast swedish immigrant whose family comes to america in search of a better life. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers all about kirsten on the trail by janet beeler shaw. Book 9 of 32 in the american girls short stories series. On wobbly legs, kirsten makes her way down the ships gangplank. Short stories book series by multiple authors includes books felicitys new sister american girls collection, a reward for josefina american girls collection, kirsten on the trail american girls collection, and several more. Possible ex library copy, thatll have the markings and stickers associated from the library.