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The American Girl Wednesday collector doll is now available to all customers. Only 6000 have been made, and 1700 have been sold already, so get yours today before she's gone!

The American Girl Wednesday Addams collector doll is now available for AG Rewards members! General sale opens tomorrow.

Here's Courtney's bio, since she is the Doll of the Month for July 2025! Where she lives: Orange Valley, California Her hobbies: Playing video games, watching movies, going to the mall Pet: Guinea pig, Parsley What changes her life: A school project leads Courtney to create Crystal Starshooter - her own video game heroine What she discovers: Everyday people can be heroes too

Hi everyone! I hope you all were able to read Kirsten Saves The Day so we can discuss it. If you don't have copies of these books going forward at home, you can check to see if a local library has them, and if no libraries have them, you can make an account at the Library of Congress's Internet Archive and check them out there. Kirsten Saves The Day, the fifth book in Kirsten's series, is about how Kirsten and Peter discover a bee tree - but then get in more trouble than they were expecting, ultimately for a reward to come with it. When I was rereading this book, several things came to mind about the themes within, and both their historical context and what it means to be a girl in 2025. I don't want these posts to be too long, so I'll list my thoughts, and let you discuss these topics as well in the comments! When Kirsten discovers the bee tree, the first thing she thinks of is how her family will be able to profit off of it. How is that a contrast between how people think of nature today? Since not as many families rely on farming as they did in 1855, it makes sense that not many people would see much value in a beehive like Kirsten does. But the way she sees it - as a tool to help her family - really shows that she values them a lot. Kirsten learns what the Fourth of July is and how it is commemorated in this book. What do you think the holiday means for immigrants like Kirsten? Kirsten has a different relationship with America then many Americans who have known nothing different, but seeing America and what it is has really left an impression on her. She's been able to balance her old Swedish traditions with the pride of being an American, and I'm sure some other immigrants feel the same. Kirsten is scolded by her papa when the bear attacks since she almost hurt herself and her brother Peter, and feels bad because of that. Why do you think that is? It hurts to be told that you're wrong by your family - and it hurts to be told that you're wrong by people you love. Kirsten feels like she has abandoned her responsibility to them, and that's why ultimately, it hurt so much when Papa told her those things. Ultimately, Kirsten's discovery helps her family and helps save the day after all. How do you think Kirsten feels after that? Relieved - but most of all, happy that her intentions were good and that they were able to help her family get more resources so that they can be fed. Next week, we will be reading Changes for Kirsten! After that, we'll move on to Molly's series.

The Wednesday collector doll early access for Berry members is now available on the AG website for $295.

The American Girl Wednesday collector doll is now on display at stores nationwide! Here she is:

American Girl just released a new music video coinciding with the new Truly Me meet outfits, "Welcome to the Star Squad".

We're roughly two months away from the launch of Girl of the Year 2026, Raquel Reyes! Here's everything we know about her so far: Raquel will most likely launch in September or October. Her novel releases on November 4, 2025 and is written by Angela Cervantes, who wrote Maritza's novel. Raquel has the Joss mold, dark brown wavy hair, decal brown eyes and medium skin. Raquel is some sort of relative or has a connection with Samantha Parkington, to commemorate American Girl's 40th anniversary in 2026. Raquel enjoys Pickleball. She comes in a pink checkered dress and a pink bow, and has a gold heart bracelet. She has a purple dress, yellow hat with pink bow, flower bag, and pink shoes as one of her outfits. She has a pink Piney Point pickleball outfit - both a reference to Samantha's stories and showcasing her hobby. She has a pink floral outfit, pink sunglasses, a teal water bottle, and teal pajamas. Who's excited?

The American Girl Chicago store is having a Wicked-themed teatime on November 22... this probably means the rumors of Elphaba and Glinda dolls are true! We'll have to see in November when the movie comes out, but I can't wait to see them.

Courtney Moore is the Doll of the Month for July 2025! Courtney is the best gamer at the arcade. But she can’t understand why there aren’t more girl characters in the games she plays. When a school project allows her to create her own video game, the hero is a girl who knows how to handle any situation—something Courtney struggles with in real life. Whether it’s learning to share a room with her stepsister or supporting her mom when she announces she’s running for mayor, Courtney’s blended family has to learn to work together differently. It’s a whole new game for Courtney, and she’s figuring out the rules as she goes.

Today is Evette's birthday! She was born in 2008, making her 17 today.

Hi everyone! I hope you all were able to read Happy Birthday, Kirsten so we can discuss it. If you don't have copies of these books going forward at home, you can check to see if a local library has them, and if no libraries have them, you can make an account at the Library of Congress's Internet Archive and check them out there. Happy Birthday, Kirsten, the fourth book in Kirsten's series, is about When I was rereading this book, several things came to mind about the themes within, and both their historical context and what it means to be a girl in 2025. I don't want these posts to be too long, so I'll list my thoughts, and let you discuss these topics as well in the comments! It is springtime in Minnesota, which means that Kirsten's family has to work the farm and grow food, including the kids. How has work changed for children like Kirsten, and how has it stayed the same? Now, kids are mostly expected to go to school and not work until they are older, unless it's family stuff. While Kirsten is helping her family out with the work, it would still be permitted today, but it couldn't interfere with school hours. Kirsten's mother is expecting a child, and Kirsten worries that because she is so preoccupied with the pregnancy, she won't celebrate her birthday. Why do you think that is? Kirsten does mention that her 9th birthday wasn't celebrated due to her family traveling to America. That must hurt, not being acknowledged on your special day - so I can imagine that's the reason. When her mom is having the baby, Kirsten takes on extra responsibilities to let everyone know the baby is coming. How is she able to take her personal feelings aside and perform a task that shows her coming of age? Kirsten knows that part of maturity and growing up is taking responsibility, helping family out even when her personal wants interfere, and doing good within her family and community. 10 is a big deal - and Kirsten marks it in a big way. Kirsten is unable to go to school because of her work when her mom has the baby. These days, is education or work more of a priority? In 2025, there would be no way a parent would keep their kid home from school so they can do more work. Obviously, staying home when the mother has the baby makes sense, but outside of that, Kirsten probably would have gone to school as normal if she lived in 2025. Next week, we will be reading Kirsten Saves The Day!