New Releases by American Girl

Jump start!: a story of how one band got its start.

Girls have a fun new way to explore the worlds of the American Girls! They will love playing with Samantha and her best friend, Nellie, in scenes they set up themselves, from Samantha''s bedroom to her classroom at Miss Crampton''s Academy. A variety of magnets can be endlessly arranged and rearranged--and they stay put during play. Perfect for travel, Samantha''s Magnetic Mini World includes: 2 dolls in 4 different outfits; 2 magnetic scenes; 24 magnetic furniture pieces and accessories; and a booklet about furniture and customs in Samantha''s time.

A look behind the scenes at turning the Molly American Girl books into a television movie, "Molly : an American girl on the Home Front."

This adorable 6 1/2-inch mini doll comes with a tiny version of the Meet Josefina book, the first in her series.

Editorial: Girls can be organized AND cool at school with a planner that they personalize themselves-coloring their own "black velvet" cover! The planner features fun school tips on every page, as only American Girl can do. Plus, a ruler address pages, tear-out notes, and a "Get it Right Guide" with punctuation rules, commonly misspelled words, multiplication table, and more.

Being physically active isn''t all about playing sports. The Real Fitness book gives you 101 new ideas to get you going. Play a game, make up a dance, run around the house. You''ll find suggestions for games and activities that you can do inside and outside, around town, at the pool-even at school! Plus, one entire section is devoted to fun and funny water games for you and your friends. Book jacket.

Have some friendship fun as you learn about yourself and a friend with quizzes featuring American Girl''s popular pals, Coconut and Licorice. It''s double the fun because every quiz comes in twos -- one for you and one to share! Book jacket.

DESCRIPTIONPick up a pen and write to a friend! The American Girls Pen Pal Pack includes everything you need to share news or send a smile. The pockets and compartments are filled with cards, envelopes, postcards, and more. Hang the pack by your bed or above your desk so cards and notes are always close. Fold it shut and take it to camp or on vacation so notes stay neat. In your room or on the go, the Pen Pal Pack is the perfect way to keep in touch.LIFE-TO-DATE SALES FOR COMPARABLE PC TITLESAmerican Girl Stationery Sets (all characters) - 566,803 American Girl Postcard Book (all characters) - 32,936 American Girl Paper Dolls - original (all characters) - 2,928,904 The American Girls Art Studio (Molly, Samantha, Kaya, Kit) - 112,041.

A combination diary/scrapbook, it''s a private place for you to doodle and draw, record daydreams and store treasures. There are writing prompts to get you started, and pockets to

This dated weekly assignment calendar puts school smarts right at girlsU fingertips. Each week girls will get cool ideas or A+ advice on doing their best on tests, dealing with bullies, taking a great school picture, finding new friends, creating locker decor, and lots more. Full color.

This do-it-yourself card kit includes everything a girl needs to make 20 sparkle cards. The 64-page book shows girls just how easy it is to turn a plain piece of paper into a glittery greeting card. It includes step-by-step instructions, advice on writing greetings, and ideas for more than 50 sparkle card creations. The Kit also includes: 4 luscious colors of microfine glitter in clear pots (8 oz. each) 20 brightly colored pieces cardstock 15 matching envelopes 4 sheets of perf-out art for decorating cards 1 sticker sheet of ready-to-use greetings 20 eye-catching jewels and rhinestones 2 1/2 feet of shimmery silver ribbon 1 sheet of illustrated vellum 6 sticker sheets to make glitter sheets 1 sheet of die-cut self-adhesive foam squares quick-drying glue with fine tip for writing and drawing 5 silver paper fasteners

Birthdays can last forever with this precious memory keeper, where girls can store photos and mementos in special pockets, write secrets, and record party plans and memories. Full color. Consumable.

Presents letters written to "American Girl" magazine from girls asking for advice about the problems they face in everyday life.

Coconut''s golden rules for life.

Girls get nearly 125 ideas about fun things to collect as well as tips on shopping for, caring for, and storing treasures. This "connectable collectible" book can be linked with other Backpack Books by a chain that loops through the cover.

Provides advice on taking care of different types of hair, instructions for a variety of hairstyles, and suggestions for all kinds of hair accessories.